Crusader1969

Let’s be honest here , the only person looking dumb now is the person who created that thread

It’s pretty exciting to think we have another stud to add to the Dcore in less than 3 weeks. I expect growing pains for Power but if he reaches his potential. Wow, things are about to get really exciting As Rasmus said last night “we (Sabres) are about to become a really good team”

Just my attempt to swing back at those who wanted him traded or moved to forward.

You would hope they learnt their lesson. Their posts seem utterly embarrassing now looking back at them I would go back and repost a few of the most cringeworthy but that would be “dumb” of me to do

If this is him at 21, how good is he going to be at 24?? he’s the face of the franchise already

Gonna have to take Friday off 3 games in a row for the Sabres prospects

Leafs could trade him in 2 days in desperation to get a goalie.

There’s a little bit of nasty in JJ. In a couple of years I bet #77 will be a very popular jersey for Sabres fans

I think Samuelsson is the exact prototype the Sabres need to find in the draft im only 2 players deep but at this point in liking Warren over Salomonsson for them. Though I’d rank Salomonsson over Warren in a league wide draft - if that makes any sense

I don’t see him as a 4th line player.

Olofsson is definitely expendable would love to see JQ & JJ come up for a few games with Mitts at Center.

Yes , should have mentioned that.

I would tend to agree with you, however Samuelsson was not thought of as a mobile defender, just that his skating was just "good enough" If a defender is smart in knowing how to use body position and has a good stick, he can over come mobility concerns. however, i wouldnt want them to draft a pilon either. My readings on Warren is that he has pretty good mobility for a 6'5 dman. and yes 100% drafting a RHD does not exclude the Sabres from trading for or signing someone for immediate help. Not sure how some people, not to mention names but we all know who, can confuse the issue 🙂

ELIAS SALOMONSSON RHD Skellefteå August 31 2004 6’1 172lbs Sweden Rankings #29 by FCHOCKEY #33 by TSN/BOB McKENZIE #78 by MCKEEN'S HOCKEY #62 by TSN/CRAIG BUTTON #21 by NHL CENTRAL SCOUTING (EU Skaters) #32 by RECRUIT SCOUTING #26 by DOBBERPROSPECTS #26 by DRAFT PROSPECTS HOCKEY #51 by SMAHT SCOUTING #15 by THE PUCK AUTHORITY J20 Sweden 35GP 11G 11A Salomonsson came into the 2022 Draft year as a potential top 10 pick, drawing comparisons to John Klingberg. He was the first 2004 born to play in the SHL and captained Sweden at the 2021 Hlinka Tournament. However, his defensive deficiencies have moved him down the rankings OFFENCE Swedishpropsects.com “Salomonsson uses his mobility to be a constant threat in the offensive zone. He is a gifted playmaker that operates from the blueline, always ready to display his heavy one-time slapshot and sneaky wrister.” Future Considerations “He moves the puck so well, if not with his feet, with his passing. He finds teammates with ease, with hard, accurate passes” Scott Wheeler The Athletic “He moves well in all four directions, he involves himself in a lot of plays offensively, he’s got room and runway to fill out his frame, and most of his finer skills (like his shot and his control) get good grades. It doesn’t hurt that he’s a 6-foot-1 righty either. DEFENCE Future Cosiderations “ the defensive zone, he has the talent to be a force against opponents, but can position improperly to make himself a non-factor. The Athletic “ He’s got work to do to tighten up his positioning and his reads but the things he needs to work on tend mostly to be about reps and maturity. I like his comfort level under pressure and confidence for a player as young as he is.” SKATING Swedishprospects.com “Elias Salomonsson is at his best during offensive transition where he uses his skating to carry the puck up ice. Starting already behind his own net, he has the ability to take a few quick strides to distance himself from a forechecker. Whether he distributes the puck or transports it on his stick, his manoeuvrability is an asset during offensive rushes” Future Considerations “His skating is high-end, from his effortless acceleration to his exceptional use of crossovers, to his strong, full extensions” Salomonsson entered the season with hopes of being a top 10 prospect but hasn’t been able to reach that standard. It does seem that after a slow (disappointing) start to the season, his play has picked up recently. Still has a strong chance to be a first round pick, most likely in the 20’s. His a puck moving D-man with offensive skills that would intique the Sabres. Reminds me a bit of Jokiharhu and Im not sure the Sabres would want to add another RHD in a similar mold. However, if he is still on the board late in round 1 or early in round 2, the value may be too good to pass over.

Huge building block for the team

You literally missed nothing in the first period Everything is happening now though !

Was the Amerks dman doing the back crawl ? Not sure I’ve ever seen that

Jack Freakin’ Quinn!!

I’ll answer my own question. Ranked 10th so likely an invite

Does. northeastern have a chance to play in the tournament if they lose today? Behind 2-1 last I saw

Goaltending

Should he stay or should he go? Tough call with Olofsson. He’d really be the only veteran Sabres with any trade value but if he regains that shot….

Not sure if this mean that Jiricek’s season is over but his team in the Czech Elite league was knocked out of the playoffs today

Beat the leafs twice by and aggregate 10-3, beat Eichel knights . I can forgive them for this, plus it hurts Las Vegas. Hope they can bounce back vs Calgary (yikes”

MIller forget how to skate ?