Derrico

Yep.

Really? Maybe there is a newer ISS ranking out there but as of October 14th they had Dal Colle ranked third. http://www.hockeysfu...ther-prospects/ FYI Draisaitl is ranked 10th in this report.

I may be slightly biased but if Dal Colle can stay healthy and keep his current pace up I can't see him falling outside of the top 5.

Interesting question. I say no. Pysyk, Risto and Zadarov (possibly McCabe) are going to be the cornerstones of this D once our rebuild is over. I wouldn't want to move any of them. The more I hear about Ekblad the more I think he will be ranked #1 by seasons end. That could be a great thing if we select second; giving us the best forward prospect as ranked by our scouts. I know it's a long way out but the question is what do you do if Sam R goes first? I've read a few reports saying this kid could be a legit top end Dman. The whole BPA versus team need would then come into play. I know, we're a long way away from knowing the final rankings and projections. Interesting discussion in a season filled with anger and disappointment.

I don't know LGR. Just because a trade doesn't take place does not mean it was not explored. I would have to think a GM and or anyone in management is looking at all scenarios and not just crossing their arms and taking the 'safe' pick. In one breath you're saying they have been taking one safe pick and one high risk/reward and then you are saying what, they're not making enough risk/reward moves? As you said, they went with the risky pick of Grigs and then had the balls/vision whatever you want to call it and moved up to take their other guy; Girgs. As for this past draft, I think the scouting staff and Devine in particular really wanted Risto as their guy. I (and you and most ppl) wanted them to make that Sekera trade and pick up Lindholm but obviously Risto was who they wanted and thought he'd be there at 8 thus not wasting assets. As for Dal Colle, as badly as I want him on this team, it's going to take a heck of a lot to move up from 17 or 18 to 4 or 5 (where he'll go) and I doubt a second rounder will be nearly enough to move you up that far in the first. A team like Edmonton who wants a D may slide a few spots if there are obvious forward picks at say pick 4 or 5 but they're not going to move down to 17. Say we have the #5 pick this draft and there are two D prospects sitting in the next projected spots, would you take a second rounder and ahl guy to move down to 17 or 18?

Completely agree.

Ya we should certainly have some options. Does there appear to be a Crosby or mcdavid? No. However I think we will get a guy certainly having top line potential who will hopefully have a long career in buffalo.

Another goal and assist for dal colle tonight. For the record I won't keep posting all of his stats. Just wanted to say I watched a bunch of the game today and he's a big kid who can score. Problem is he is projected to go anywhere from 3 to 10 right now and I have a feeling it will be closer to 3 to 5 by the draft. Since we're destined for pick one or two I'm not sure we would take him over Reinhart or ekblad and he will likely be too high to trade up for. We shall see

Dal colle with another great night for the gens scoring a goal and adding an assist. He's now sitting at 10 goals and 15 assists through 16 games. He's looking like a great prospect.

Nor is there proof that it provides added confidence to take them to a higher level....

Maybe, or there is a s*it load of pressure being the number one pick. Possibly a #2 pick can kind of develop under the radar whereas the 'number one draft pick' status can hurt a prospects development. Not sure which argument is more sound but hey it's a Friday afternoon and I'm bored.

I think this fanbase would burn down FNC if we take a Dman first overall. I agree with taking the BPA but when the Sabres went D D this past draft there were uproars. Now that we have those D if we took another it would be pure chaos.

He hasn't? I'm not going to pretend to know the Isles lineup over the past four years but every season he had 30+ goals Jonny T was on the roster. I assume Tavares was also playing with him. I think I even read something to the effect that Moulson got his NHL career going playing with Tavares. Am I missing something?

:lol: I chuckled. After the Isles game Vanke says "The atmosphere was great - I haven't been in a game like that for a long time." I know it's probably true but I just hate these subtle parting shots.

Not if you're part of Tank Nation.

Hmmmmm, that's not great. Although if the pick ends up being around 9 or 10 I would almost hope they defer to next season.

I don't think you can trade him in the division if there's even a slight chance he signs with Toronto. Trading within the conference is bad enough but it's rare you see a divisional trade. I know there are some exceptions ie Kessel for T.O.'s picks etc.

As long as you're rooting against the Isles as well :P The difference between whether this is a lottery top 14 pick or a 25th overall type pick is enormous. I don't care what any message board 'experts' say about how strong or weak this draft is, I'd much rather a low/mid teen pick then mid 20 pick.

I'm with you on this. As much as I loved Vanek when he was here I'm not one to cheer for a former player when a Sabres pick is affected. This gives another reason to watch the season, hope the Isles tank to give us another lottery pick. It almost happened with Minny last year (came down to the last day of the season) so hopefully the Isles D/goaltending continues to crumble and we get 2 top 15 picks this year. I'd be less thrilled if this trade was made with the Penguins or Red Wings as I'm still not sure how great the Isles are.

Mark Edwards ‏@MarkEdwardsHP3h Productive deal for the #Sabres another 1st rounder in good draft this year plus a 2nd in what could be a great draft in 2015. Plus Moulson This is the opinion of a guy who should be in tune with the draft. If he says it's a good draft then I'd rather take that to the bank then joe blow.

Dave Davis ‏@DaveDavisHockey 20m Decent return for Vanek. That's now 17 1st/2nd round picks for the Sabres from 2012-2015 - and counting...

We will see. Vanek will obviously help them but they don't have great D or goaltending from the parts of games I've watched. If this turns into a lottery pick then the trade is well worth it for a rental. If not, I still think we made the right move.

I'm with ya.

Thanks guys, appreciated.

I think the WGR listen live is down. Perfect timing.....