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I'd be worried about that aspect, too. A coach who is so insecure that he can't tolerate youthful gaffes because he's too worried about the W column isn't a coach I'd prefer. GO SABRES!!!

I really appreciate all your input on various prospects as I can't even fake a strong knowledge of the vast majority. But all these reports, even on the lower ranked players, make them all sound like HOFers in the making. Being familiar with how NFL scouts assemble and disseminate data in their reports, I have to wonder if these write-ups are more from a talking head perspective vs. an actual scout's opinion. I'm struck by the stark contrast in the styles. GO SABRES!!! You mean the Mooseheads tried to tank and the players and coaches didn't play along? Oh the shame! GO SABRES!!!

The minimal distance between the talents of McDavid and Eichel just doesn't justify this kind of deal. Not even close. GO SABRES!!!

Atlanta's "demographics" has nothing to do with the unpopularity of hockey in the region. And "marketing" to that "demographic" by selecting players of a certain race wouldn't even begin to move the needle in that regard. Very short-sighted thinking and I can't believe a newly minted marketing graduate would even conceive of the idea, let alone a VP in charge of marketing for a professional sports franchise. Let alone a GM who would think of passing up better talent simply because that talent doesn't appeal to the targeted "demographic." GO SABRES!!!

Like that we get a bye before starting our crucial November stretch. If we make hay in November, we should be sitting pretty heading into December. November is key. GO BILLS!!!

SCHWING!! GO SABRES!!!

There's so much more to developing a winning team than just drafting high-end talent and saying, "OK, have at it boys." What kind of leadership qualities do these guys possess? What kind of "hockey" character do they have? I submit Edmonton, for all its high draft picks, doesn't value that aspect as much as they should or they just did a terrible job of scouting that component in those players. Contrast that with everything we've heard of Reinhart and Eichel. Both mature beyond their years, great leaders, great teammates, and possessing the necessary work ethic. Even if Reinhart needs another year to develop physically and has to spend it in the A, he's still gonna be worth it. Eichel is flat out gonna be one of the strongest, if not THE strongest, guys on the team the moment he walks in the building. Unless the Oilers get serious about their back end and goalie situations, they are gonna be looking up at us for a while, regardless of how good McDavid is. GO SABRES!!!

Both good points here. Bogo is far better defensively than Myers. Myers is better offensively, but not by as wide a margin as Bogo is better defensively. Great hockey trade as has been mentioned. Good for both teams. BUT, and it's a big but as it pertains to playoff hockey, DEFENSIVE posture is everything and with Buff struggling, I gotta think the Jets could use Bogo right now. Kane was traded for Stafford, Armia, Lemieux, and a later first round pick. If he comes back healthy and gels with the kind of center we think Eichel will be, I just don't see how anyone can say Murray overpaid. GO SABRES!!!

The entire population of Canada who can't tolerate the idea that a generational Canadian talent could in any way be second to a generational American player. Don Cherry would commit hari kari on national TV if that ever occurred (although, that would be an easier sight to behold than his normal attire). GO SABRES!!!

I can't say definitively who is faster, only that both are very fast and super strong on the puck. And it's safe to say Eichel does not possess the same hands or vision. Yet. GO SABRES!!!

Seeing lots of disdain for Byfuglien on the HF forum. I thought he was the reason they wouldn't miss Bogo. GO SABRES!!!

I think the Lemieux reminder is apt. From the longer stick to his longer skating stride and ability to hit top speed in two strides, he is similar in that regard. And he's fast as well. GO SABRES!!!

I think Roy's relationship with Grigorenko naturally fuels that speculation about RoR. GO SABRES!!!

Just to be clear, I'm not advocating we trade anybody. I'm simply answering the question posed by the OP. GO SABRES!!!

Perhaps the single-most important aspect of him as a hockey player. I think the ability to make those around you better is where the definition of greatness begins. GO SABRES!!!

Jim Otto.

Attainable and sustainable. GO SABRES!!!

I'm guessing Grigorenko and Zadorov. Most likely in as a package. GO SABRES!!!

This is true and it reflects what the former coach at BU said the other day. If you're at a stage where you're gonna be riding buses in the minors then go back to school. If you're NHL ready, there's not much to be gained by going back. To say Eichel is ready is an understatement. He'll arrive one of the strongest guys on the team at 18, so from a physical standpoint, he can take the pounding. GO SABRES!!!

I'd only be momentarily disappointed in having to wait, but I'd also be happy for the kid if that's what he decided to do. Must be nice to be that young and have those kind of options. Not that it means too much, but I found it interesting that they voted to give him an "A" on his sweater for next year. http://thehockeywriters.com/is-jack-eichel-returning-to-bu/ GO SABRES!!!

Interesting take, here. And I agree with your premise; more teams will be encouraged to "tank" as a result of expanding the lottery. It's all about big market teams (dollars) getting a shot at more elite talent. Murray has always been right that the worst team should get the #1 overall pick and so on down the order of finish. GO SABRES!!!

Murray isn't dancing for the NHL, either. He's beholding to one man, Pegula; the person he directly reports to. I get the impression Pegula couldn't care less about Murray's demeanor as long as he produces a winning team. GO SABRES!!!

You aren't owed anything by any team you spend money on. Period. Buying a ticket is nothing more than obtaining a license to occupy that seat. Buying merchandise is nothing more than obtaining stuff in exchange for legal tender. You think you have the power to demand that Murray dance like a monkey as you stated above? You're the one spending money on an inferior product. Who's dancing for whom? GO SABRES!!!

Right. Like you're just so much smarter than all the other fans out there. GO SABRES!!!

Same here. Anyone who thinks that because they spend money on tickets, merchandise, etc., that they are OWED something by the team is delusional. GO SABRES!!!