GrassValleyGreg

Great examples of self-absorption!!

This is a message board I'm sure of varying ages and levels of maturity. Surely, shut up does not deserve to be called out as untoward discourse. Further, the 2-person debate surrounding this does not deserve a full Board page.

Sources: Todd McLellan on list of candidates.

It's fair to say a lot of this coasting critique is sourced to the shift to wing.

Just turned on the third. Has Eich not been getting much PT? I see at the very least he is not on PP1 (which is expected). Edit: On PP 2 though. And this is such valuable preseason experience for the kid.

Got it. Thanks for sharing the videos. My new porn. I think that U17 6-5 shootout win against Canada emphasizes the truly exciting storyline here: Captain Canada v. Captain America. Another reason I was happy to see Edmonton win over Arizona. It has now solidified a true blockbuster rivalry that transcends both team and city. Buffalo is lucky to have such a huge share of the franchise. The NHL will be better for it, and USA youth hockey will be better for it. And we'll be at the center of it all.

Gaudreau is not even close to the overall player Eich is. Ones a quick handed gnat, the others a physically dominating thoroughbred. Also, Eich had 70 pts as an 18 year old to Johnny's 80 at 20. Big two years there.

Goose laying body on the line. A nice guy to have on Line 3 and a necessary component to a playoff run.

Agree, but WPG is very high bar to set especially considering this is their first playoff game in so many years. FN arena will be rocking Game 1 or 3 of our next playoff series. Minnesota was also a fantastic crowd. The atmospheres have really been on display. I wouldn't put Buffalo in the group of WPG, MIN, MON, VAN, OTT, CGY, but we are very much in the second tier of mostly northern USA towns. We'll be rocking again, don't worry. It's just a shame the Sabres had the opportunity to lock in Buffalo in place of failing Bills and never truly delivered the big one. But like I said, we'll be back with the DETs and BOSs soon enough.

In stature and reach. Just daydreaming about what Jackie boy will look like out there. And yeah, Getz is an elite player.

Eich reminds me a lot of Getzlaf. :)

I think we all got numb to Myer's athletic uniqueness. He is a special player and has been on display all year. On a bigger stage in Winny, and on an even bigger stage now. (Editor's note: this has nothing to do with the trade. I am excited as anyone about Eichel/Kane power play. Just sayin.)

Anybody who watched the final game want to provide a Dude-like report?

Impressive front office performance to turn the ship around that quickly. A few great drafts and smart surrounding cast acquisitions. Come on Timmy! Very entertaining game. Hard hitting spilling over into some brawls. Teams aren't fans of one another. (understatement).

Bennett looking special :/

Amen. Shouldn't be a thread. Eich is probably looking at these boards in disbelief at some of these ungrateful posts. He's one of a kind and will be the face of our franchise for a decade. Making Buffalo new Hockeytown USA, and not coming with a remote threat of wanting to continue career in Toronto once rookie contract is up. Also, Jackie Eichel is a much stronger name!!

Haha, nails on a chalkboard. He knows his stuff at least. Much better than the team that did the Hawks/Preds game last night. His biggest detriment is how big of a homer he is (and obnoxious Mass accent), but hopefully that was eliminated with the Bs.

Yes clearly. Always thought of as prospect though and you can see the similarities in their style of play, especially how they handle the puck. Franchises try to catch these more mental backends (e.g. Bishop, M Smith, Varly) when they discover their confidence and game. Sometimes all it is is the environment. Hoping Lindback found his comfort zone here, and I wouldn't be surprised if he got a contract.

Thank you Dude! A little discouraging to hear about Sam's strength, but not totally unexpected. On the other hand, looks like Larsson's next level is here to stay.

Pretty second helper.

Lindback reminds me a bit of Rinne. Hopefully learned a few things under his wing there. Hoping to have him on the team next year.

Anybody know who he was playing with? Would be great to see him and Larsson get a little chemistry going.

Thanks for sharing. It was pretty clear his body wasn't ready to the big leagues. The Reinharts are known for their smarts and character, but may take a bit longer to develop physically. Excited to watch him in the next Amerks game.

Bennett was one of the best players on the ice Wednesday.

Link please?