Crusader1969

I can guarantee you people will hate on Power because he is 6'5 and not overly phsyical

its an epidemic....people just hate the good players. they will never change

Not asking for much but some steady goaltending tonight would be nice

Hating the good players is another obsession

It doesn’t fit their narrative. Some people will never like him because he doesn’t throw his body around. Others will come around once the defensive lapses stop occurring as frequently as they are

I have no plans at the moment to go to see the Sabres… or are you not talking about this Burlington boy My son who is 16 has friends who know Shane Wright. He says they all say the same -he lives, eats, breathes hockey. Competitive leader, even though he was often 1 to 2 years younger than all his teammates. and yes, the Sabres will be a serious contender for the first overall pick Good comps!

it does seem that We've been on the train to Bangkok - Aboard the Thailand Express We've hit A LOT OF stops along the way, only hoping for the best. learning that we cant get something for nothing, we've shed a lot of tears, learnt a lot of lessons. Many times its felt like we entered the twilight Zone beyond this world strange things are known all just to enter the Pleasure dome - Xanadu when the Sabres win the Cup

yes, but where is he on the body checks per 60 chart?

Not being even invited to camp Seems crazy to me

I would love to see Dahlins transition stats. There’s more to playing D than throwing your body around. it’s also the ability to clear your zone with possession, either yours or by passing to a teammate whats Dahlins passing stats ? His defensive zone and offensive zone entries with possession? I’m assume these stats exist, just have no idea where to find them

well at least he isnt missing any Amerks games, though im sure there are some that will be disappointed he wont

a replacement level goalie? have they not seen the Sabres Tandem?? huge upgradge 🙂

well if you are going to be on a short list of players attaining something, being on a list with Bobby Orr and Phil Housley is a good place to be.

behind only Bobby Fn Orr and Phil Housely in the history of the league in Points be a teenaged Dman.

Think you meant “Matthew Savoie” could go #1. 🤪

I wonder what "actual" hockey people think of Dahlin at 21?. Im sure there would be a long list of suitors if the Sabres were dumb enough to trade him away.

never ever ever forget Sabres twitter said that ERod would be a good long term signing and the Sheary was a victim of puck luck. A lot of times, advanced stats paint a picture of whatever you want to see.

For reference … he is what EP wrote about Patrick in his draft year “A highly skilled and all-round player. Patrick has few, if any, holes in his game and stands out in many aspects. His hockey sense and competitiveness is top notch. At the same time he has above average skating, shooting and puck skills. Furthermore, Patrick is a reliable two-way player” Scored at a clip of 1.4 Pts/gm in his draft year Wright is at 1.15. So far this year

Here we are a week later and I’m thinking I’m slightly less crazy now than I was then Could a “healthy” Nolan Patrick be a comparable for Wright ?

Is this thread an argument for Power to be in Rochester for a good part of next season ?

Did the Sabres dress 7dmen last night ? If not, who sat?

Maybe over used but it’s true I still believe that he will eventually put up 70+. As both he and the team improve

had a bit of insomnia last night, so i watched Poltapov's game from Sunday. His team won 6-2 and he had a goal (showing off his hands) and a couple of assists but the most fun shift happens at approximately 38 mins. great puck control along the boards, too strong for opponent and shifty, great edge work circling around the offensive join and almost converts on the wrap around. Its MHL not KHL or VHL but still shows off the kids skill and strength 28.11.2021. ХК «Рига» – «Красная Армия» | (Париматч МХЛ 21/22) – Прямая трансляция - YouTube

i can't get over the fact that 1 in 4 people would give up on him at 21 when there are countless examples of guys took until at least till 24 to become legit 1Dmen. If you are looking for Dahlin to be a shutdown all situation type, you are going to end up extremely disappointed. If you want him to turn into a 70pt plus Dman, who will always will always be susceptible tp turnovers and defensive lapses due to the high risk, high reward type of game he plays, then just be patient.

I dont think we should confuse him with a player like Makar either, Makar is an elite skater. I think that makes the transition for guys like him and Quinn to be a bit easier. Dahlin is a smooth skater and is much bigger, takes a bit more time for dmen like him to find their way.