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Then the players union will fight it and his contract may not be terminated.

Right, Sabres didn't give up a lot of quality chances last year.......you don't really believe that do you?

Nolan's system of allowing 40+ shots a game...?

well done

ok, then

It may be easier to sign either Martin or Oduya than trading for someone..

I don't see anywhere Kessel ever scored 40 goals. He's hit 30 (5) times but never 40.

But Nolan can't get him a job in the NHL.

ok , good answer

Nothing against Irbe but how can you tell if a goaltending coach is doing a good job? Who was Hasek's coach? Was he great because Hasek was? Just asking. It's like a QB coach...how do you know if they're any good if the player is not.

Head coaches usually bring in their own assistants. Not really surprising.

With as many teams in the new division setup, you would be limiting yourself if you only trade out of division or conference...that unwritten rule is probably done

If he plays well enough he'll get more ice time. It's a long season, lines will change, injuries, slumping players.....this team may finally be building quality depth.

I see your points. What would you have done differently?

Aren't you tired of the long-term approach and isn't this what the last few years have been for? I would like a playoff team sooner...not 3-4 more years.

Kaleta won't be re-signed. I think Legwand stays in Buffalo O'Reilly is the No.1 Center. Don't think he's moving to wing.

Actually, many here have given other ways to look at it...just read them.

Have nothing to show for Kessel trade

and instead we have a starting goalie for next season.

Valid concerns but many of the prospects were used to get NHL ready players to get this team moving forward quickly. If no moves were made this team would be 3-4 years from being competitive....and that's hoping everyone turns out.

ok, sorry...didn't mean to imply that.

way too soon to worry about that. Let's start enjoying watching real hockey again.....these young guys will also get good coaching as opposed to "we have to work harder"

Yes, thank you. I agree.

Sabres definitely screwed up Grigorenko but there was no place for him and seemed difficult to re-sign.

He has traded picks and prospects for NHL players. This is a good thing