Broken Ankles

D. V. R. Watch both without commercials or halftime.

How do you feel about Montour? If you’re interested in him, I’ve got a bridge in Brooklyn you’ll just love.

There was always a reason for optimism. While you are correct this is mostly the same team, in addition to Hall there was the prospect of a true second line Center with better RW/forward options than Vlad. There was also supposed to be giant steps by Rasmus, Tage and Joki. The introduction of Dylan. Special teams was supposed to be given a boost with a PK specialist or two, and there was a belief the Goaltending could improve. So far most of this has not manifested in a positive way. But if we don’t maintain optimism after a 300 day offseason then we are all wasting untold hours. My rankings in order of disappointment after only two games: 1.) Regression/Slow start by Defense (Miller and Risto excluded). Especially Dahlin. 2.) 1/8 on PP. Need to make hay here. Too much talent. 3.) Goaltending not addressed in offseason, and not sold on Hutton whatsoever. 4.) PK - only two chances but currently 50% and it looks bad. Finishing in the basement probably warranted a change in coaching of special teams. 5.) Staal - Given complimentary players and nothing to show after two games. More probable than not he warms up, but time is not on his side.

Jeff didn’t help his chances of getting moved up by failing to pass to Jack. Wide open.

Me thinks you need OLED, 4K and a DVR.

From your post to God’s ears!

Not sure if this was posted elsewhere but you have to appreciate ‘Torts’ honesty about the situation in Columbus. He’s also not helping his GM. https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/wants-blue-jackets-tortorella-addresses-dubois-trade-request/sn-amp/ Tortorella’s comments are about half way.

As long as it doesn’t become this....

Right band, wrong song. 'When the Levee Breaks'. It has the connotation of a Goaltender breaking down, which would lead to a 'flood' of goals - metaphorically speaking. Psychological gamesmanship. That, and the bassline and drums kind of kick ass.

The reclamation of the Concept of Jeff Skinner?

But Risto played opening night in 2013 as well, even though drafted a year later. He also has more games under his belt with the club than Z. Do you go back to time within the organization if you tie on date started?

Jason Botterill, the Matt Ellis of AGM’s.

Is this a thing? I’ve seen numerous teams play an extra D but not one less. What is the inherent reward versus the risk of losing one to injury and you’re forced to play with only 4 the remainder of the game?

I heard this will be on the Corleone family’s land. Not too far from where Fredo was shot.

sung to the tune from Smokey and the Bandit.... East playoffs bound, loaded up and Puckin' A-we gonna do what they say can't be done We've got a long way to go, and a short time to get there I'm playoff bound, just watch ol' "Adams" run Keep the biscuit in the basket Son, never mind just skate Let it all hang out 'cause we got a run to make The boys are hungry in Buf-a lo And Lazar is replacin’ the L in GLO And we'll bring back a Cup no matter what it takes

The Sabres will need all 210 if Hutts is still minding net in 2021.

He was Bill Maher's guest last week. Smart dude.

Check this out. https://www.netflix.com/title/81254224

Do better Sweet Lou! Your trades suggestions are epic. Get creative.

I was fascinated as well until I read 2015. I envision this is the pitch to Monty.....errrrrrr Terry.

Bravo on Gif selection. Appropriate, and inappropriate all at the same time.

One of the greats. His role as Jim Malone in The Untouchables was brilliant. “You wanna know how to get Capone? They pull a knife, you pull a gun. He sends one of yours to the hospital, you send one of his to the morgue. That's the Chicago way! And that's how you get Capone.” Rest in Peace.

I was tempted to play possum, and comment on number six. That we haven’t acquired a LD, just a 5th RD in Irwin, but you don’t deserve that. But if I did......I can only imagine the reply.

As stated above by others, Rob and Marty are free to editorialize, however rarely do they question decisions of Management and certainly not that of ownership. Example - In hindsight or maybe even foresight Mitts should’ve been sent down to Rochester long before he was. You never heard Rob or Marty critique JB for keeping him in the line up. Perhaps just critical of certain plays on the ice during the game or at intermission. What I’m getting at is that if the Sabres cannot acquire a new goaltender it might be awkward behind the scenes if Marty comes out and says the Sabres need an improvement in goal, verses giving his full support of the player. If the Sabres are fortunate enough to trade, let’s see how quickly he pivots to support that of the acquired player. If he doesn’t and says the move was superfluous and unnecessary (b/c Hutts can handle the load) then I’ll believe how you have positioned your contrarian view. I don’t think that is being cynical.

I trust Marty too, but as he is tied to Sabres financially, his take on players within the organization must be questioned. Is it a true analysis or towing the party line? A hint of taint.