It's going to be fascinating to see what Zibanejad gets on his next deal as he's had a monster past 3 seasons.
- kingcong39

I'm very curious, and if the Sabres really acquired 93+ for 9 and 53, we would have the $ to extend him rather than trade him. ( if he wanted to stay). Maybe even pay the standard buffatax .

Makes sense for the rangers to move him, from a business perspective. Can't pay him because of the 17 million they took on (hypothetically).

Eichel
Skimmer

Laferierre
1st
#93

?????

I think you are right about Sam. He’s probably saying now it’s his turn for a payday and he doesn’t want to be on a team where Skinner makes more for less. Not only that they brought his MVP replacement in and it was a huge bust. He’s done.
Risto is far from the biggest problem on this team. At least he has some balls compared to the rest. If they don’t add some grit they are done.
How many goalies can they blame before they realize it’s not the goalies or the coach or the system. It’s the powder puffs who dance around, watch their goalies get run over, their teammates get smashed and do nothing but dance away.
The only goalie on this team that lived up to some critics expectations gets hurt more making saves then any other goalie I’ve seen. Obviously goalies shouldn’t play hurt on this team anyway because critics will say you cost the team the season.
Unfortunately for me my favourite players on the team were the tough guys like McCabe, Bogo, Simmonds, Kane, and yes even ROR. Guys with grit and can play the game but if they rather spend money on ballet dancing non scorers then the curse will go on.
Seasons over and I hope to see a grittier, Tom Wilson face punching team with some true goal scorers sprinkled in next year. Give me Lucic and Chara.
- Camel

The only way to get that culture is to draft and build it up, FA has a 95% fail rate for Buffalo.

I'm rooting for any team that plays against the Lightning.

Resting Kucherov is a good one! 😂😅
- kingcong39

It is going to be a great series.
Florida could very well take it..they to are a fun team to watch.

I don't understand those who say they wouldn't be a PO team in the East.

Mismanaged- bottom pair defenseman used as top pair. Every GM ignores the fact that the team needed top pairing defense. Botts tried in a horrible way by just picking up whoever.

His grit doesn’t inspire or help move the needle.
- washedup20

Let's be honest, the Sabres downfall is related to their failure to hire tim Connelly to work the nacho bar.

I think you are confusing Casey "no grit " and " no spine" and "no talent" nelson and his 5th pair defenseman with viking55. 😀

I'm rooting for any team that plays against the Lightning.

Resting Kucherov is a good one! 😂😅
- kingcong39

It is going to be a great series.
Florida could very well take it..they to are a fun team to watch.

I don't understand those who say they wouldn't be a PO team in the East.

Let's be honest, the Sabres downfall is related to their failure to hire tim Connelly to work the nacho bar.

I think you are confusing Casey "no grit " and " no spine" and "no talent" nelson and his 5th pair defenseman with viking55. 😀
- Boss34

55 would provide better service on the bills offensive line. He should never play a game for the Sabres again.

Tim Connolly would turn the PP into a top 5 consistent threat.

The nacho bar in the tittie club in the nosebleeds is literally in the arena upgrade blueprints…you’re welcome

Wonder if we could get Laffy, Miller and 2 1sts for Jack? Would that be enough.
- The_Inkwell

Scouting report on Miller:

https://dobberprospects.com/player/kandre-miller/

Converted from forward to defense. Still raw as a prospect but has great tools. Tremendous athlete with excellent skating ability. Good offensive skills but upside is still a bit of a mystery.

I'll be very interested in watching him in the series...what a great way to evaluate the player.
The Bolts are my 2nd favorite team for a couple reasons, and I'd love to see him play a prominent role for the team ... sort of play his way out of Tampa from success equating to a higher payday in FA...from the Sabres.

The whole Lightning team looked very much out of place last night. Yet, last night and Monday's game again is a fine tune-up for them...they get a glimpse of what Florida brings while
resting Stammer, Kuch and Heddy and giving some young guys playing time to get ready for the real season.

Was a fun game to watch even though the Panthers took it to them.

Go Bolts!
- IonSabres

“resting Kucherov”
I wonder how good Hedman will be, heard his injury will require surgery this off-season. Tampa seemed like they tried to intimidate the Panthers, and failed miserably.
Lol, I wonder what Montour said to Maroon, maybe was ragging him about the poop he said pre-game. Home ice will be decided Monday, TB has to win in regulation to get home ice.

Wonder though in his case , whether their have been talks and possibly the foundation of a Trade has been set?
- Boss34

There were discussions between the Rangers and Sabres last offseason, to the point the Rangers made an actual offer that the Sabres declined.

I'm very curious, and if the Sabres really acquired 93+ for 9 and 53, we would have the $ to extend him rather than trade him. ( if he wanted to stay). Maybe even pay the standard buffatax .

Makes sense for the rangers to move him, from a business perspective. Can't pay him because of the 17 million they took on (hypothetically).

Eichel
Skimmer

Laferierre
1st
#93

?????
- Boss34

Skinner - Eichel - Bread
That would be an insane line to watch.

55 would provide better service on the bills offensive line. He should never play a game for the Sabres again.

Tim Connolly would turn the PP into a top 5 consistent threat.

The nacho bar in the tittie club in the nosebleeds is literally in the arena upgrade blueprints…you’re welcome
- washedup20

Good stuff 😀😀😀

And Casey Nelson?

“resting Kucherov”
I wonder how good Hedman will be, heard his injury will require surgery this off-season. Tampa seemed like they tried to intimidate the Panthers, and failed miserably.
Lol, I wonder what Montour said to Maroon, maybe was ragging him about the poop he said pre-game. Home ice will be decided Monday, TB has to win in regulation to get home ice.
- Ratsreign

Florida is hungry. Just like tampa was last year.

Florida in 5.

Gotta love the way Sam Bennett is playing, everything the Sabres need , all in 1 player.

“resting Kucherov”
I wonder how good Hedman will be, heard his injury will require surgery this off-season. Tampa seemed like they tried to intimidate the Panthers, and failed miserably.
Lol, I wonder what Montour said to Maroon, maybe was ragging him about the poop he said pre-game. Home ice will be decided Monday, TB has to win in regulation to get home ice.
- Ratsreign

What?
8+ months is alot of rest!

Did the Panthers rest anybody last night?

I think you are right about Sam. He’s probably saying now it’s his turn for a payday and he doesn’t want to be on a team where Skinner makes more for less. Not only that they brought his MVP replacement in and it was a huge bust. He’s done.
Risto is far from the biggest problem on this team. At least he has some balls compared to the rest. If they don’t add some grit they are done.
How many goalies can they blame before they realize it’s not the goalies or the coach or the system. It’s the powder puffs who dance around, watch their goalies get run over, their teammates get smashed and do nothing but dance away.
The only goalie on this team that lived up to some critics expectations gets hurt more making saves then any other goalie I’ve seen. Obviously goalies shouldn’t play hurt on this team anyway because critics will say you cost the team the season.
Unfortunately for me my favourite players on the team were the tough guys like McCabe, Bogo, Simmonds, Kane, and yes even ROR. Guys with grit and can play the game but if they rather spend money on ballet dancing non scorers then the curse will go on.
Seasons over and I hope to see a grittier, Tom Wilson face punching team with some true goal scorers sprinkled in next year. Give me Lucic and Chara.
- Camel

What grit does Viking bring, cause he hits people, I can find that for a cheaper price. He doesn't step up when the time warrants it. This team needs grit but he really doesn't bring the type we need.

Skinner - Eichel - Bread
That would be an insane line to watch.
- IonSabres

Girgensons- #93 - olofsson

That would be an insane line to watch.

Stand viking55 in front on the pp. 🙂


I'm really looking forward to the interstate series. Should be alot of fun.

Girgensons- #93 - olofsson

That would be an insane line to watch.

.
- Boss34

might get 5 even strength goals in an entire season

What grit does Viking bring, cause he hits people, I can find that for a cheaper price. He doesn't step up when the time warrants it. This team needs grit but he really doesn't bring the type we need.
- Buff36

We need a 60 grit sandpaper, viking55 brings 100 grit.

Is that what your saying?

Wonder how proud the rangers lockerroom is now that the Bread man smashed his head on the ice for the team?
That's really what's important.

The whole "play out of character " is gonna get someone really injured. Timbers face was a great example.

We do need guys who can provide grit (hit's) and a fighter combined. Viking55 is not that.

Thinking of a guy like dillon on the caps.

We need a 60 grit sandpaper, viking55 brings 100 grit.

Is that what your saying?

Wonder how proud the rangers lockerroom is now that the Bread man smashed his head on the ice for the team?
That's really what's important.

The whole "play out of character " is gonna get someone really injured. Timbers face was a great example.

We do need guys who can provide grit (hit's) and a fighter combined. Viking55 is not that.

Thinking of a guy like dillon on the caps.
- Boss34

Ok, Boss I have more respect for Panarin coming in and trying to help his teammate than a player who turns around "Viking" and just skates away. You can add Tallness to the respect list to.

might get 5 even strength goals in an entire season
- homiedclown

😐

What do you think homie:

9
53
Bryson or Samuelson
2022 (2nd)

93
Laferierre
2021 (1st)
2022 (1st)
Cap dump

What?
8+ months is alot of rest!

Did the Panthers rest anybody last night?
- IonSabres

(Besides Ekblad) Hornqvist and Verhaeghe were both still out. I think both will be back Monday, as Q said they would’ve played last night if it was game 1.

I'm very curious, and if the Sabres really acquired 93+ for 9 and 53, we would have the $ to extend him rather than trade him. ( if he wanted to stay). Maybe even pay the standard buffatax .

Makes sense for the rangers to move him, from a business perspective. Can't pay him because of the 17 million they took on (hypothetically).

Eichel
Skimmer

Laferierre
1st
#93

?????
- Boss34

We cant trade a center for winger

Girgensons- #93 - olofsson

That would be an insane line to watch.

Stand viking55 in front on the pp. 🙂


I'm really looking forward to the interstate series. Should be alot of fun.
- Boss34

I like Risto quite a bit in front on the PP....Dmen can't move him out.
The other two, not so much.

(Besides Ekblad) Hornqvist and Verhaeghe were both still out. I think both will be back Monday, as Q said they would’ve played last night if it was game 1.
- Ratsreign

Forgot about Verhaeghe...very nice season, good on him!

We cant trade a center for winger
- gerbe75pts

Isn't 93 a center?

Center and winger for center and winger

Jack and skins for 93 and laferierre?

😐

What do you think homie:

9
53
Bryson or Samuelson
2022 (2nd)

93
Laferierre
2021 (1st)
2022 (1st)
Cap dump
- Boss34

No Cap dumps.
Why do the Rags a favor? If they need relief, tell them to talk to Detroit.

Rape Drury too, no favors, make it hurt...you want him, great
-Zibby
-Laf
-Buchie
-Kakko
-Miller
-Georgiev
-2021-1st unprotected

4

Jack
Skinner
Olofsson