They never once called Yakupov generational bud. They have however called Dahlin that.

The players they have called generational lately, McDavid, Eichel, Matthews and Dahlin.

They’ve also called Alexis Lafreni a generational talent who will be available in the 2020 draft.
- Jammerz04

So they at best are right 25% of the time.

Only McDavid has been referred to as a generational player. He’s that good.
A generation, by the way, ranges between 20-30 years. The time it takes for someone to be born and then start having children themselves.
Eichel is seen as a potential star player. He has yet to scored more than 25 goals in one season. Generational? Lol
I do love to read the confidence Sabres fans have in their team. 31st place and now world beaters. We shall see
- BernardShakey

In sports terms it’s closer to 15-20 years...the duration of a HOF career anyway. It can happen more frequently like Gretzk and Mario, but the way some dorks toss the term around nowadays is insane.

No, the Leafs don't have a good defense and everyone knows that; the Sabres might have one or not - but noone outside Buffalo actually cares as it doesn't matter.
- VeryModernMan

The Pens wouldn't even have a team if they didn't invent tanking or have the NHL give them Sid.

Ah yes , all those Leafs fans on HockeyBuzz who are saying that.

Please find me a quote from here that backs up what you've said.
- Kinger34

Anything Tanner has said about the Leafs, ever.

Ask and ye shall receive, Kinger
- jcragcrumple

Saying the Leafs are a contender is one thing, saying they will win the Cup is not the same man.

Anything Tanner has said about the Leafs, ever.
- Wetbandit1

Meh, bloggers don't count!

Did you read about goaltending. Can make a big difference.
- sabreadvocate1

Yes, it can. I agree.

But not as big a difference as a tie for 6th overall in the entire NHL and dead last.

It's really not even a debate. The Leafs D is better, at this point.