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This seems like an inconsistent post. You say you like size (I assume bigger being better), but Cozens is bigger than Boldy and Risto is bigger than Horvat (i.e. 50% of the options you list). Personally, I don't like factoring weight too much into things - an NHL body for an 18-year old who likely won't play for a year or two, by which the string bean also has put on muscle and has an NHL body. I also think an NHL body can actually over-value the prospect, as they have been able to muscle their way through the lower leagues and cant do that in the NHL and don't have the skill to compensate (see Kassian as an example, but its a super common problem). I also (personally) draft away from pedigree, I think someone's father or brother being a good player is also used to over-evaluate players (i.e. Nylander, Subban, Staal etc.). I'd take the players on their own merit rather than family connections. Finally, I think it's unfair to 'criticise' Sabres for not drafting a player who was already drafted, or not trading up for them - they may have really liked Tkachuk, but Calgary wanted 3 firsts to move the three spots.

20% chance for three players that could be bottom 9 players vs a bonafide PPG player who plays in all situations could be worth it though. Nylander, Zadorov, Ristolainen and Grigorenko for Huberdeau is a trade everyone would make. I think prospects and picks can often by hyped up, and games played can be a poor way of evaluating 'impact' (even though I know it's common). How many late first round picks make it to 200 career points, rather than 200 games, for example?

The issue here is that you're trading a top 6 player for a future over a year away from even playing (at best). For a team that is looking at possibly 12 years without playoffs that is potentially a big call. Deep draft or not.

What do we do if someone offer sheets Oloffson. Likely in the 5-6 range, such that we would get 1st and 3rd in 2023? I like the idea of using the second round pick to get a young decent player.

Vegas are away for the rest of their games. You have to believe Dallas puts their all into their game. Nashville has a hard schedule, but should get at least another two points, so if Dallas win, I think it’s all over. Not a good look for Eichel in these crunch games. On track for a 52 point season (I get that he was returning from an injury, but even so). ideally they lose on Tuesday, they realise it’s all over and the locker room issues break the team apart for their final twist games. Leaving them on 90 points. The Canucks then win two of their last three (win against Kings or Oilers required). Then Vegas’ pick drops one lower

So Jeff Skinner in the worst contract in the league is on track for 61 points. Jack Eichel costing $1 million more per year is on track for 62 points. interesting tidbit I found whilst looking at how Vegas are doing

20 games left in the season. I think the next three are crucial. They lose them, I think panic sets in, PTSD starts to hit Eichel, he tries too hard and they don't play well in a team. That could carry them through to 10 games left in the season with them only 6-8 points higher in the standings, but which point it is too late to correct.

Don't forget Reiger's stupid 'Don't negotiate during the season' rule

Has either had anything to do with the Sabres since 2007?

Refs know they ***** up based on the speed of the make up call

Fun game

Nearly 5 goals for Skinner - valiant effort by Tuch to get him his 5th

Two deflections off skates that lead to goals - no luck tonight

Have any of them had to take a top job since? They just need to work for beer money now

I guess this massively helps cap-strapped teams?

This is when you hope to see a bottom up approach, with (highly) drafted players refusing to sign or report to the Blackhawks. RFA's signing offer sheets etc. UFA's walking rather than extending. I doubt you do, but solidarity and actions would speak a lot louder.

It’s the reason I chose to support the Sabres! It’s a cracking logo

I want the goat head in current colours

Based on spinal curvature. I think we're looking at Quasimodo's neck disc replacement

People still complain that Lehner cost us a lateish first. And he is a bonafide starter

Why is he being terminated?

Based on injuries I don't want 6 NHL D-men. I want 7 and a decent prospect in Rochester. Therefore there is room for Pysyk. He isn't the worst best, but he id decent enough and cheap

Where has this line of thinking come from? Think I've missed something about Karmanos taking over?

Urgh hate those offside reviews. Made no difference on the play

Dahlin had some pretty moves before the ‘fight’ broke out. As for the ‘fight’ - shades of Peters back on the team