I see the dysfunction this way. There's talent on display and the work ethic has been there but they look like they've never been coached to win hockey games.
The problem with Duffer.
Jokiharju grabbed an H on the way into the game (kids jersey). But the H not plaguing the Sabres today? Hesitation.
Good lord. Even I'm not that obtuse.
I would say good to very good. They did deflate somewhat after an energetic start. To be expected. I don't even care if the Ducks go up 1-0 after that start. At least you're sweating and mentally into the game instead of down a goal and back on your skates, bone dry.