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Topias Leinonen, JYP Jr. (FIN-JR): the first impression of Topias Leinonen is just how big he is at 6-foot-4, 214 pounds. His larger frame means he is able to easily cover most of the net without having to put as much effort into his movements. Combined with his quick hands and controlled reactions, Leinonen might be on many radars— especially if he makes it to the second round. In 21 games with JYP Jr., Leinonen posted a SV% of 0.916 and a GAA of 2.28. He played 4 games in the more advanced team within the Liiga and notched a SV% of 0.825 and a GAA of 5.02. His numbers weren’t stellar in the Liiga but goalies need a stretch of games to be fully assessed and with some more development, it is expected that his numbers will improve. His puck-handling skills have been praised but more importantly, his ability to distinguish when to simplify the play and when to take a risk with his passes. He needs some improvement on his rebound control as well as his lower body stability in the net but overall, the consensus on Leinonen is that he is smart, confident, and has the potential to showcase some exemplary skills on the bigger stage. While Brennan is slightly ranked ahead of him, there has been some debate on who the better prospect is. https://www.silversevensens.com/platform/amp/2022/7/5/23194664/2022-nhl-draft-profiles-goalies

Maverick Lamoureux’s mom slipping his dad the tongue. 😜

They won’t have enough room in their new tiny arena for all their players.

I guess if they want to resign E Kane AND make a big goalie FA signing like Jack Campbell.

Would have liked the Sabres to pick up Zack Kassian. He’s the type of player they lack on the bottom six.

I hope it’s not Yurov, unless he’s already boarding a flight with Don Luce.

Who’s the top player next year that Chicago is tanking for?

Wish the Sabres made that deal.

I’d rather get a sure thing than potential that may never be realized. Offer them Mittlestat and Ryan Johnson as an opening bid. Then throw in a draft pick if necessary.

Lost by 1 point, and won the SabreSpace fantasy hockey league. I’ll take it.

Give Sabres fans a reason to cheer and they show up. The crowds were great and enthusiastic for the win over Eichel and RJ’s celebration.

Great perseverance by Tampa. Let’s hope they can keep it going to force a game 7.

Once again the city of bridesmaids. 😩

I’d assume because it’s a historically homophobic phrase which implied a guy was acting effeminate and therefore perceived as weak and unmanly.

Josh Manson is a right shot veteran who plays a physical game. He’d be a great partner for either Power or Dahlin.

He actually shot it at Fox who hooked him in the arms as Kucherov went for the puck.

The lighter blue are better than either of those. If Tampa wins I’m rooting for a 3-peat, but if the Rangers win I’ll be rooting for Colorado.

Perhaps playing so many playoff games over the last 3 years has finally caught up with Tampa. The Rangers have the younger legs.

Jealousy, envy. They got the 1st overall pick 3 years in a row, then 2 years later got McDavid, who should have gone to Buffalo. They were rewarded for their continued incompetence with the best player in the world.

First overall pick for 4 out of 6 years, and McDavid should have been a Sabre. Plus Canadian fans are arrogant.