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The entire organizations complete refusal to play any defense or even attempt to play responsible hockey is really bizarre. The Amerks have given up nearly 150 shots on goal in 3 games and 1 period. And they’re doing it with arguably one of the most deep and talented defensive corps in the league. That’s shockingly bad.

Like? The league has been mostly stable for a few years now.

Healthy, just too many D. Johnson, Prow, Davies, Stillman, and Novikov are the locks to play. Clague recently sat, as did Cecchoni. I’m guessing he’ll play Friday as Appert probably doesn’t want him sitting for too long.

The Amerks were more talented, but wanted to play pond hockey too often. No commitment to defense, peeling off checks, turning the puck over etc. The organization in general, from Buffalo down, just doesn’t have the appetite to commit to playing responsible hockey. I don’t get it. Appert even called out Rosen by name in his post game interview for his abysmal effort on the OT goal. He never calls out players by name in a negative way. That was surprising.

Different league, different style, different ice sheet. He’ll play plenty, but if anyone here has ever listened to Appert even a little, they would know his thoughts on Prow. He won’t sit unless it’s a rotation or he needs a rest.

Cecchoni, Novikov and Metsa would likely sit first. Or they’ll do a rotation of everyone. Novikov is young, Russian and adjusting to a new ice sheet. I can definitely see them bringing him along slowly since they have so much depth. They may also play 7 D, which they did in the playoffs last year. But Davies and Prow are definitely not going to be spare parts.

No shot. Appert frequently calls him one of the better defenseman in the league. Him and Davies will definitely play.

Deepest team they’ve had since probably the 04 lockout year.

That spot really means nothing. The top 12/6 is generally set. An extra forward or defenseman will just sit. They’re better off playing and developing in Rochester. When the time comes that a player is needed, they’ll be ready. Appert has shown the ability to develop these players.

Roku Ultra that was wired. I’ve since moved to Hulu Live TV and happy with it.

Houser isn’t really an AHL starter. Decent backup. But he’ll go down to the ECHL and will come up at some point to give them some quality minutes.

Really hoping Jobst is back. I’m guessing he’s seeing if someone offers him an NHL deal, otherwise, may circle back to the Amerks on an AHL deal.

I can’t possibly understand what you’re talking about. Sabres just signed 2 good AHL goalies for Rochester.

I didn’t have the issue with DIRECTV stream. Then I switched to YouTube and it was really bad. Now to Fubo and the issue is gone. I’m sure you’re right, and maybe it’s my tv or settings, but YouTube was by far the worst culprit.

I just canceled YouTube Tv. They increased the price, and the words never matched with the mouth, though maybe that was a tv setting, but I played around with it to no avail. Fubo so far works better, and I don’t have that issue. Plus MSG.

Prow is already signed through next year. If Clague gets qualified, can easily see him in Rochester.

It’s good for Rochester. Not that I have anything against Östlund, but another young, raw prospect adjusting to NA hockey would’ve added additional challenges. This could open up the Sabres to re-signing Jobst, or bringing in a veteran AHL center that will likely help a bit more. Östlund will be a more polished prospect when he plays for Rochester in a year. I don’t actually think it’s the right decision for him personally, because it’s just going to delay his NHL arrival, but sounds like playing in the SHL is important.

Don’t skate like you have cement in your skates, quicker decisions, better passing. Like every pass was in the skates Thursday. They looked slow and lethargic, and I was really surprised that Appert seemed content with how they played.

No, they played 12/6 last game. Olischefski or Warren come out.

This kid really blew it. He missed out on an opportunity to play big minutes for a team making a championship run. Where would that have put him in training camp this fall? Had he played well, he could have been penciled into a spot in Buffalo. Instead, he’s sitting around at home. Someone gave him very bad advice.

He can 100% play, the only question is if he does.

I think he plays, but not game 1. He’ll probably arrive in Rochester today or tomorrow. The team will bus to Hershey tomorrow, so that’s a quick turnaround. Doubt they hastily throw him in like that. But by game 2 or 3, I think it should happen, especially if they’re down.

Novikov, Prow, Metsa and Jandric are the current defensemen signed next year in Rochester. I have a feeling Clague may find his way to waivers and back on the team. Shaping up to be a nice defense after they bring in or re-sign a few more depth guys.

Yes, easily. You make room. Weissbach is probably back for game 1. For me it’s simple, you insert Weissbach & Savoie and take out Eliot & Olischefski. It’s really not easy to take out Olischefski in particular, but Savoie is way too talented to watch from the press box.

Nadeau and Savoie aren’t even close. One is a middling prospect with a mediocre chance at becoming an NHL player, versus a dynamic prospect that is one of the top forward prospects in the sport. They aren’t remotely comparable.