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  1. Not that this wouldn't ultimately have merit, but the problem with a sample size like this or record comparison's overall is that you really have to account for strength of schedule during the time frame being evaluated. Granted, in the full picture, the number of points is the number of points, but deeper analysis might show that the Sabres have played higher quality competition, or have played teams who were playing better at the time they met. Again, I'm not doing the analysis here because I don't have time nor desire. But just saying that putting something like this out there doesn't hold much water for me because I don't know that their records being so similar is necessarily a negative thing (if you look into it deeper). At quick glance though, the Ducks play in a conference where 7 teams have point totals below them. The Sabres conference has 3. it would appear that the Eastern Conference presents a greater challenge than the West. But of course it matters who they've played.
  2. Unless at the time there was a situation that needed to play out more before they felt comfortable saying "family issues" which would immediately trigger the media to begin looking for what those family issues were. Implications are your interpretations. Some people thought he went out drinking with Savoie. I would not put that at more than a family emergency. Some people thought he was being traded. I would not put that as more than a family emergency. What would be more than a family emergency? What is more personal that one's family? What is more important?
  3. There's an assumption that yelling and screaming make a difference. I worked for a leader who used to nitpick everything and make bombastic statements, threaten my job. I never once listened to what he had to say. He was a moron and it showed. He tried to manage out of fear and I just tuned him out. After awhile I wanted him to fire me. Eventually I forced his hand. I also worked for a leader who managed thoughtfully. He didn't berate or insult or threaten. He put me in my place once and I didn't even realize it happened until 5 minutes after he walked out of the room. I was standing there and hit it me.. hard. Bottom line, just because Granato doesn't fiery words or demonstrate the hard ass demeanor... does not mean he can't make an impact.
  4. Could be Gallant... almost positive it will be someone with years of experience. I'm not a huge Gallant fan as others are. I don't know that Bruce is the right guy either. I don't think the coach is the biggest problem in Edmonton... the GM? Yeah.. that's where I'd be looking for a change.
  5. You just keep pushing that rock up the hill. You've been given so many reasons as to why he was sent down. The most immediate being the need to clear a roster spot. He wasn't going to be the answer this year, a second game would not have changed anything. So, he was moved down so they didn't have to risk a player on waivers, etc. Sometimes the decision that has to be made is choosing the best worst option. it's not all Happily Ever After all the time.
  6. There was a clip of him walking off the ice after losing to San Jose and the lip readers thought he said "I think that's it". They know.. the win wasn't going to change things. it was time. Could it be "Bruce, there it is!" for replacement? 🙂
  7. If the situation is that Buffalo is going to make a trade to demonstrate they are all in and get Kane then I am fine with it. They need to shake something up and bring in some more veteran leadership to drive the kids. I feel like a Kane - Mitts - Greenway line could be fun. That sets up Tuch-Thompson-Skinner, and then Cozens-Peterka-(placeholder- Biro?) until Quinn is ready. Your 4th is Rousek/Jost - Girgensons - Okposo. Anyway... it's something.
  8. But you think Savoie would have changed things last night? He wouldn't have. And his parents got see his debut in the NHL. You should probably go ask them how they feel instead of deciding for them. There are a ton of reasons on how managing a team come into play that explain why Savoie got 1 game and was sent down when he was sent down. But it ultimately boils down to: He was not going to be the one to improve the team. Period.
  9. But I doubt JJP will be the one getting flogged.
  10. Let's be honest... even if it's not true that's your likely end state. I am surprised they pulled the trigger but I suspect it's a roster decision that drove the timeline just as stated above. People are coming back and he's the odd man out. Even if he scored 3 last night I suspect he was already going to get sent down. They just had a chance to give him a taste last night. We might think he'd be upset but I would bet they were very clear with him. If I were a player in his position and the GM told me that I was going to get sent down, but they could give me 1-2 games depending on how others on the team recovered I would take those 1-2 games.. every time. I wouldn't be mad I got sent down.. I would be happy that I got to play a game in the NHL. Yeah, I am sure his goal is to make it back, but sometimes stuff happens in life. It's not like he'd say, don't play me unless you are going to give me a fair shot at sticking. Not a chance. I do suspect Benson follows as well. To the point, this year is the year to make the playoffs and I don't think either of those players are going to make the change that puts the Sabres over the edge. I do suspect we'll see some other AHL players come up soon.. and I still think there is a move to be made.
  11. Regarding pull ups, for those who were wearing them when that thread was created and too young to remember. Mitts had a shoulder issue that was diagnosed after the combine that impacted his ability to do them. MItts will deserve the payout if he stays at his current pace. There's not even an argument. There have been plenty of stat posts on where he stands over the past 50 or so games in relation to the rest of the NHL. When he's on the ice, he drives offense and puck possession. At the moment he's worth more than Cozens. You don't trade that. The Sabres are in the best possible seat with him. He's an RFA. If he wants to hold out they can trade him. If he signs an offer sheet they can match or get the compensation (which should be pretty good if it's THAT kind of money). if he signs a good deal, they get his productivity.
  12. For the most part Cozens has not looked like he should have played most of the season. He's not performing to the level that justifies his contract, not even close at the moment. For the love of god the kid needs to learn how to take a face-off without falling down. The Sabres were completely lucky to win last night. Officiating sure as hell didn't help them but the Wild studied the book on how to play the Sabres (and they are able to execute it). Buffalo needs to figure this crap out and I don't think the solution is under contract with this team right now. I am impressed with Ryan Johnson, he'll make someone expendable and that's a good thing. I'm not confident in trying to identify the overall fix for this team, but they are not where they need to be. Not yet. I don't have confidence in playoffs right now. Something needs to change, certainly they need another impact veteran inserted into their bottom 6. I hope that's all it is... but I'm not certain it is, yet.
  13. It's not a waste of a game. First, it sends a message to VO on where he stands with the organization. Second, it demonstrates that against bigger teams that play a relentless game like the Wild do, Savoie isn't going to survive. Sadly that's showing true of a few too many players on the team right now, but last nights game tells me Savoie can go back to juniors. I have no doubt he'll do better against more finesse teams, but unless he does well in all situations there's no point in burning a year.
  14. JJP and Mitts are the most exciting players on the team right now. Dahlin is probably third. The kid is driven and I love it. Earned time on the top line last night against the Wild and it immediately paid off.
  15. I mean, I have the means and yet when I look at ticket prices I'm like.. GTFO. I looked at the Penguins game post Thanksgiving and the cheapest seat was $70. Not a chance. It really makes little sense from a pricing sensitivity and economic sense to not create a pricing schedule that gets butts in seats. Such a great tradition. Yet another way hockey stands out compared to other sports.
  16. If the conversation with Edmonton started with some form of swapping Tage Thompson for McDavid I am pretty sure I am listening. I wouldn't for Dahlin because you need defense. But effectively tacking on other parts and the main roster change is that? I'm there all day, every day. I like Tage but c'mon.. you bring in McDavid and Thompson ain't your 1C and you have 2Cs. Naturally it all depends what else you have to give up in addition to Thompson to get there.
  17. Yeah, they went nuts when ROR didn't re-up and bolted for Nashville. Or perhaps it was partly because ROR said the media was bonkers and annoying.
  18. Yeah, I have no need for Bryson, VO, Krebs, etc. I think Johnson has looked good so far, and he is older so that helps even if his years of experience were not in the NHL. I think they could also move Rosen. I don't think they'd want to move Kulich. But knowing what Savoie and Benson bring may shake something loose. Yeah. That's the problem. but I can't imagine they see value in players like VO being on the team. I neglected to list Rousek above but I don't see him sticking either. So let someone take a chance on them. Who knows...
  19. It could, but it also allows them to get a sense of the player's ability to adapt in the NHL which could lead them to making decisions on trades that could help the team. I'm not sure how they are monkeying around at the moment. I think they are prepping to make a move and want a bit more data on what they have. This is very typical of a team in this situation.
  20. Imagine if people weren't lazy and just typed out names. It almost removes any controversy.
  21. https://shop.panthers.co.uk/products/adam-johnson-47-memorial-jersey?variant=44819907903730 A jersey that benefits the gofundme site they set up: https://www.gofundme.com/f/adam-johnson-the-nottingham-panthers-47?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer It's pretty slick. Wish it didn't cost $44 to ship to the US or else I would totally pick one up.
  22. He ain't exactly been playing with superstars... I think he'll be okay.. if they give him wingers who can be creative and skate with speed.
  23. Maybe a low quality illegal stream? 🙂
  24. Yes, but it's okay for the NHL to not disclose material facts in order to maximize a sale value... whereas apparently it is not okay for the team they were investigating to have withheld material facts in order to maximize a deal they were working. Does the NHL give up a first round draft pick? Does Ottawa mysteriously win the #1 overall pick this year? The owner ain't happy.. and he shouldn't be.
  25. Your cheapest bet would be Fubo I think. You'll just miss out on TNT games. I'm at $90 right now. Not sure where $130 is coming from, even if I went with Spectrum I would be paying around $90..for 12 months. Then it's all bets are off mode both with the cable package and with the new "free" Xumo box which is only free for 12 months.
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