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He was "good" at this year's development camp. Which isn't a defense of Thompson in the NHL, just noting that he didn't suck and actually scored goals with his goofy ways. He still displayed what I would consider deficiencies when in the offensive zone, especially when he had possession. My conclusion on Cozens, then, is that he needs a few years development time, at least, and we should in no way expect him near the Sabres for at least two seasons, if not more. I know, shock analysis. I want to see his offensive zone game way better than it is, for a first round pick. And if Thompson is his equal today (or should I say today), keep Cozens the hell away from the NHL and develop that boy correctly.

Are you saying Thompson didn't have some good plays at the development camp? Just because he reminded me of Thompson, doesn't mean it's all negative.

Damn, all I said was he reminded me of Thompson out there and didn't do anything impressive. Olofsson, Pekar, they impressed me. FWIW, I wasn't terribly impressed with Hughes, either. LGR, if you're going to try and pin the low IQ thing on me, then you're jumping the gun, generalizing, and haven't done your homework. I'm pretty sure when people do that to you, it bothers the piss out of you. There are countless forum tantrums to back up that observation. Perhaps you should apply that hard-earned recognition and respect to your fellow forum-dwellers. Cozens' offensive zone maneuvering looked exactly like Thompson's to me in last nights game - a guy who wants to drive it to the net but lacked the ability to finish the execution.

I'm still thinking Olofsson should start on Samson's line.

Fun.

I can not stand our broadcast team. Not a one of them.

YEAH!!! WHAT DID YOU SAY?

Well, the feed is a bit blurry, but nothing I saw from him made me react like the rest of you. I'm not TbGED watching Olofsson.

If I'm honest, when I watch him the name "Thompson" goes through my mind.

Nice to be watching some hockey.

Was going to type something similar. It'd be nice for the vets to learn something from the prospects.

Is that ice not regulation size? The refs can't get out of the way.

Nice. These guys look good.

Hughes is itty bitty. Close enough.

I think both from Olofsson.

Broadcasting in 420p.

Yeah, it's on now. https://www.nhl.com/sabres/video/live-buf-vs-nj/t-277437090/c-68746003

Nothing on the Sabres' site yet.

This is streaming from the Sabres' page, correct?

The question I have is can he even be part of a trade without a contract?

This would make my heart pitter patter slightly.

At least that's something.

Patrick Kane is only 5'10". Not that far off.