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Forums :: Blog World :: Hank Balling: In Appreciation of Kyle Okposo
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Anderdog
Buffalo Sabres
Joined: 03.17.2021

Apr 16 @ 9:47 AM ET
Maybe send Fitz down now, there in trouble.
- Buff36



Yes they are

Cincinnati clinched last night
Buff36
Buffalo Sabres
Joined: 10.13.2019

Apr 16 @ 10:25 AM ET
Yes they are

Cincinnati clinched last night

- Anderdog

Yeah saw that, Rochester would have to. But so much turnover and injuries have hurt them.
Anderdog
Buffalo Sabres
Joined: 03.17.2021

Apr 16 @ 10:38 AM ET
Yeah saw that, Rochester would have to. But so much turnover and injuries have hurt them.
- Buff36




Do they use the last call up
And if yes ?. Who is it ?
Buff36
Buffalo Sabres
Joined: 10.13.2019

Apr 16 @ 10:43 AM ET
Do they use the last call up
And if yes ?. Who is it ?

- Anderdog

Tough call!! I would think they would not at this point
Anderdog
Buffalo Sabres
Joined: 03.17.2021

Apr 16 @ 10:49 AM ET
Tough call!! I would think they would not at this point
- Buff36



Would of liked a look at upl again

Hate going into next season with that question mark
Buff36
Buffalo Sabres
Joined: 10.13.2019

Apr 16 @ 10:52 AM ET
Would of liked a look at upl again

Hate going into next season with that question mark

- Anderdog

Agreed, really blow using the 3 callups right away if Rochester doesn't make it.
Boss34
Buffalo Sabres
Location: BUFFALO , NY
Joined: 12.03.2015

Apr 16 @ 10:57 AM ET
Yes they are

Cincinnati clinched last night

- Anderdog


Maybe upl isnt up for being a good nhl prospect?

He needs to lead these guys on a big run....
Buff36
Buffalo Sabres
Joined: 10.13.2019

Apr 16 @ 11:13 AM ET
If Samuelsson can come back for atleast 5 of 6 and we can see a bit more of that top 4 D pairings. Could go a long way on how Adams approaches the offseason.
Anderdog
Buffalo Sabres
Joined: 03.17.2021

Apr 16 @ 11:16 AM ET
Maybe upl isnt up for being a good nhl prospect?

He needs to lead these guys on a big run....

- Boss34



Big negative on the year is not seeing him up for at least a good run

So is he up to start year or do you do what we expected this year
Call ups
The_Inkwell
Buffalo Sabres
Location: Buffalo, NY
Joined: 06.29.2006

Apr 16 @ 11:16 AM ET
Yeah saw that, Rochester would have to. But so much turnover and injuries have hurt them.
- Buff36


The whole standings by points % isn't helping them either. Based on points alone they'd be in as of today. Super frustrating.
Pegullaville
Buffalo Sabres
Location: Toronto
Joined: 03.16.2011

Apr 16 @ 11:20 AM ET
The whole standings by points % isn't helping them either. Based on points alone they'd be in as of today. Super frustrating.
- The_Inkwell


Especially when 75% of the league makes the playoffs.

Coach needs to go.
lacaprup
Buffalo Sabres
Location: NY
Joined: 07.23.2006

Apr 16 @ 11:20 AM ET
Especially when 75% of the league makes the playoffs.

Coach needs to go.

- Pegullaville


Promote Peca?
Goalieguy43
Buffalo Sabres
Joined: 05.29.2017

Apr 16 @ 11:23 AM ET
I have to admit that I was on the "blame Okposo" band wagon when the team struggled. To be sure I was not aware or rather I was ignorant to the fact that Okposo really cared about this city and his teammates. It's fitting that RJ calls Kyle dad because he has taken these young men under his wing and taught them to not only play the game the right way but to be responsible caring individuals. I recall just recently when the players were asked who they would want on the team to babysit their kids almost to a man they named Okposo. I have come full circle with my respect and admiration for Kyle and wish him well in the future. Oh and he will get that 20th I just know and he deserves it.
Boss34
Buffalo Sabres
Location: BUFFALO , NY
Joined: 12.03.2015

Apr 16 @ 11:26 AM ET
Big negative on the year is not seeing him up for at least a good run

So is he up to start year or do you do what we expected this year
Call ups

- Anderdog


Upl definitely looked good briefly in buffalo this past season.

I'm worried about him, if he cant lead the amerks to a playoff run.

Need a solid vet like kuemper next season.

If upl beats him or earns more starts fine, but I wouldnt rely on him for the starter spot....
Boss34
Buffalo Sabres
Location: BUFFALO , NY
Joined: 12.03.2015

Apr 16 @ 11:27 AM ET
If Samuelsson can come back for atleast 5 of 6 and we can see a bit more of that top 4 D pairings. Could go a long way on how Adams approaches the offseason.
- Buff36


Nice to see samuelsson helping in Rochester with a injury rehab. Not sure if there's a rehab for blocking a shot though.....
Anderdog
Buffalo Sabres
Joined: 03.17.2021

Apr 16 @ 11:30 AM ET
Nice to see samuelsson helping in Rochester with a injury rehab. Not sure if there's a rehab for blocking a shot though.....
- Boss34



Thought he was playing tonight or tomorrow
kingcong39
Buffalo Sabres
Location: albany, NY
Joined: 02.21.2007

Apr 16 @ 11:33 AM ET
Especially when 75% of the league makes the playoffs.

Coach needs to go.

- Pegullaville


There's been multiple rumors of issues with Appert and him maybe being on the way out.

They play zero defense in Rochester.
Boss34
Buffalo Sabres
Location: BUFFALO , NY
Joined: 12.03.2015

Apr 16 @ 11:36 AM ET
I have to admit that I was on the "blame Okposo" band wagon when the team struggled. To be sure I was not aware or rather I was ignorant to the fact that Okposo really cared about this city and his teammates. It's fitting that RJ calls Kyle dad because he has taken these young men under his wing and taught them to not only play the game the right way but to be responsible caring individuals. I recall just recently when the players were asked who they would want on the team to babysit their kids almost to a man they named Okposo. I have come full circle with my respect and admiration for Kyle and wish him well in the future. Oh and he will get that 20th I just know and he deserves it.
- Goalieguy43



Good post

I think today is OkposA's birthday. Expect 20 tonight at home ☝️
homiedclown
Buffalo Sabres
Location: We want 1, FL
Joined: 02.24.2008

Apr 16 @ 11:36 AM ET
Maybe upl isnt up for being a good nhl prospect?

He needs to lead these guys on a big run....

- Boss34

yet he had the best GAA and save % for any sabres goalie this year playing more then 2 games

and our team was finding itself then with some brutal games
kingcong39
Buffalo Sabres
Location: albany, NY
Joined: 02.21.2007

Apr 16 @ 11:36 AM ET
Upl definitely looked good briefly in buffalo this past season.

I'm worried about him, if he cant lead the amerks to a playoff run.

Need a solid vet like kuemper next season.

If upl beats him or earns more starts fine, but I wouldnt rely on him for the starter spot....

- Boss34


Agree with what you're saying with one exception: I'm not saying UPL has been great, but Rochester plays virtually zero defense. It's embarrassing how little defense they play.

It's a big part of the reason why UPL looked better during his time with the Sabres.
Boss34
Buffalo Sabres
Location: BUFFALO , NY
Joined: 12.03.2015

Apr 16 @ 11:39 AM ET
Thought he was playing tonight or tomorrow
- Anderdog


Yep, donnie the center whisperer said samuelsson would play a weekend game.


I'd prefer samuelsson helping in Rochester though.
He's eligible to clear waivers ect
lacaprup
Buffalo Sabres
Location: NY
Joined: 07.23.2006

Apr 16 @ 11:39 AM ET
I have to admit that I was on the "blame Okposo" band wagon when the team struggled. To be sure I was not aware or rather I was ignorant to the fact that Okposo really cared about this city and his teammates. It's fitting that RJ calls Kyle dad because he has taken these young men under his wing and taught them to not only play the game the right way but to be responsible caring individuals. I recall just recently when the players were asked who they would want on the team to babysit their kids almost to a man they named Okposo. I have come full circle with my respect and admiration for Kyle and wish him well in the future. Oh and he will get that 20th I just know and he deserves it.
- Goalieguy43


👍
Boss34
Buffalo Sabres
Location: BUFFALO , NY
Joined: 12.03.2015

Apr 16 @ 11:43 AM ET
yet he had the best GAA and save % for any sabres goalie this year playing more then 2 games

and our team was finding itself then with some brutal games

- homiedclown


It's all about development. You know this.....

Upl couldn't stay healthy ...... again
Boss34
Buffalo Sabres
Location: BUFFALO , NY
Joined: 12.03.2015

Apr 16 @ 11:44 AM ET
Agree with what you're saying with one exception: I'm not saying UPL has been great, but Rochester plays virtually zero defense. It's embarrassing how little defense they play.

It's a big part of the reason why UPL looked better during his time with the Sabres.

- kingcong39


Excellent post and points 39
lacaprup
Buffalo Sabres
Location: NY
Joined: 07.23.2006

Apr 16 @ 11:46 AM ET
+270 for an Okposo goal tonight.
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