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I agree why give away the farm in order to speed up the rebuild. I personally don't think we need O'Reilly and he wants to much cash for what he does.

Plenty of free agent goalie's to sign for the short term. I don't believe we should give up high picks for a goalie. Let Irbe continue to work with whoever we get next season. I just don't believe we should rush this whole process. The offense should be better in 2015-16 and as well as the defense. Lindback wasn't bad when he was number 1 and isn't the answer longterm but this team could use that time to develop one or two.

All I can say is that this team has plenty of time to scout all these kids the last two years and if they do keep the late first rounder and the 2 second's they can't afford to miss on these picks.

All this talk about Arizona needing centers and Carolina thinking about trading it's top 5 pick to Toronto. What does Murray have planned with Grigrenko, Hodgson and the 21st pick. To me these 3 have more upside then Kessel does who seems like is a locker room cancer and Kadri has to mature. Lets face it Hodgson had the worst season in his hockey career and Grigrenko should be better this year and the 21st pick gives them a player to build with. Why not try to move all three to Arizona who Darcy knows well or even Carolina and swing a deal for Marner.

I don't know what to think about Bylsma. I really wanted Todd McLellan or Babcock and I would much rather have Boucher than Disco Dan. This team put all their eggs in one basket for Babs and should have made that same effort for McLellan and now stuck on Bylsma because he's the last of proven coaches. I just don't think he's going to be the guy that gets all these young guys to fully meet their potential.

I get all the Babcock hype but gee we make it sound like he's the best coach ever. A lot of us thought that Brian Burke going to Toronto would turn that team around and look what happened there. Plenty of coaches out there but I'm hoping Byslma isn't one were interested in. It's not the end of the world that he didn't come to Buffalo. I still think he wanted to have a ton of say in hockey matters and I think Toronto grossly overpaid for him. He's inheriting a mess.

I don't want Dan Bylsma at all. We need a coach that can help develop all these kids. I'm not worried about Babcock going to the Leafs. They will still suck. I believe he wanted more control over hockey matters where in Buffalo he wouldn't have as much. Until more changes happen in Toronto I still see them rebuilding for the next few years.

I would much rather move Cody or Grigs than start moving out other pieces. I hope he doesn't overpay like he did with Kane and Bogo. He gave up way to much. I get he wanted these guys but Myers for Bogo was a wash but 4 players for Kane. That's a lot for a guy that Winnipeg was having problems with. People are selling Psysk short as I believe he showed he belongs but was left in Rochester this season for a reason. Zadorov should be better has size can skate and play physical. With the right coaching he and another year older(maturity wise) he should be better. You just don't give up on all these players so quickly. I'm always a believer good scouting goes a long way in sports. You need scouts that can find players in the later rounds and hit.

I like O'Reilly but I just don't think you give up a ton to get him. Grigs, Hodgson and the late first are plenty to me but I highly doubt Colorado wants those two players. I think Cody if he's on this team to start the year will rebound and if Grigs continues to work he should be much improved.

If I were Murray I would be looking at that UFA to be from Minnesota Gophers defenseman Reilly. I'm all for signing a player that costs nothing at all to get especially if Columbus can't sign him.

I don't think Babs comes here as he will stay in Detroit or go to Toronto. I'm not expecting him to be in Buffalo at all and yes he's a good coach but he will have his work cut out for him if he takes the Buffalo job or Toronto job.

I just don't see Babcock going to Buffalo. I highly doubt he leaves Detroit. We will get Richardson, Boucher or someone else that's gonna help the kids.

I'm impressed with watching Eichel in this tourney. His skating, smarts are top notch. I know he's 18 but he seems once he has a full time coach at the NHL level that he's going to cleanup the small things in his game making him an elite level player. What I'm talking about is his ability to take his game to another level. The kid is definetly strong on his skates and seems like he's got an elite level shot but his vision and passing are top notch. I can't wait when Murray calls his name at number 2. I wouldn't mind Murray to try to sign Reilly from Minnesota since they say he's going to be a UFA.

I wouldn't sign that lazy player.

If Hodgson is on this team before next season starts I highly doubts he plays as bad as he did this year. He said it was his worst year in his life since he started playing. I think with the right coach and line mates he regains his offensive touch. If not he will be casted off. I still think Murray is going to move some players and or picks at the draft for a proven young player.

The kid is 18. Enough of the talk of coasting in his own zone. The kid with coaching is going to be a star. He is strong and his speed is at another level when he turns it on. Get those jerseys ready for sale because their will be a lot of people buying his jersey in the blue and gold including myself.

I'm so looking forward to Murray calling Eichel's name @ 2. I'm more curious to see what he has planned with the other first and 2 second rounders.

I could care less about O'Connor. Buffalo always finds goaltenders.

Calgary has some players that can fly. Johnny Hockey is the real deal. He's going to be someone to watch. Throw in Monahan and Bennett and that a nice top 3.

I'm with u. I knew Buffalo wasn't going to win that lottery. It's typical but then again it's Buffalo. Go figure. But I'm going to say this and im gonna keep saying it. I cannot wait until Murray goes up to the podium and picks Jack Eichel. I think people are selling this guy short. He's dynamic, great skater, strong and will only get better. He played against older competition than McDavid and dominated as a freshman. What's not to like plus he's a workout freak.

I wouldn't move either of them.

If I'm a betting man and had to pick three guys on his radar it could be Grigorenko, Zadorov and Hodgson. I have a feeling he's got something up his sleeve. Me personally think Grigorenko if he continue's to work out hard during the offseason and works on his skating he could be a difference maker. Zadorov if he gets on the program like Risto did he could be something to watch. And Cody had the worst season ever. I don't expect that next year playing with the right players. McCormick, Kaleta gone

Anaheim is a tough team but I would much see the Hawks get knocked out since nobody is giving Nashville a chance. Hawks already won the cup let another team win it.

I hope not. You have the Best player from team usa. Plus what better way to sell your programs at the harbor center with the face being Eichel.

I feel the same way. I'm excited to have Jack coming to this team. I like the prospects of Eichel, Reinhart, and Kane all on this team next season.