UncleWally Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 Basically, I am just looking for a gut feeling. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
static70 Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 He may be traveling to Boston, but its a high ankle sprain. He will be out atleast 5 to 6 days. Had one myself and I'm in great shape. Went to see a specialist and its the same thing, at multiple referrels from Doctors, the quickest is normally 5 to 6 days. He is just traveling to Boston as a just in case he can play sceniario, mark my words, Vanek doesn't play in either games in Boston. He may have a shot at game 5 in Buffalo, but even then, he won't be 100%. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wjag Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 Wasn't Crosby out a month or better last season with a high ankle sprain? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo Wings Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 He may be traveling to Boston, but its a high ankle sprain. He will be out atleast 5 to 6 days. Had one myself and I'm in great shape. Went to see a specialist and its the same thing, at multiple referrels from Doctors, the quickest is normally 5 to 6 days. He is just traveling to Boston as a just in case he can play sceniario, mark my words, Vanek doesn't play in either games in Boston. He may have a shot at game 5 in Buffalo, but even then, he won't be 100%. I didn't hear it was a high ankle sprain...yuck. Those can keep you out for a while. I think this took out half the Bills' defense several years ago, too. Based on the reports, I had the feeling he *may* not play tonight, but would almost certainly be in the lineup on Wednesday. I can live with him not playing tonight, but if he's skating at all, I'd love it if he was in the lineup for Game 4. So...maybe the poll should be "Who would you rather have - 100% Stafford, 100% Gerbe, or an 85% Vanek?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Dryden Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 I didn't hear it was a high ankle sprain...yuck. Those can keep you out for a while. I think this took out half the Bills' defense several years ago, too. Based on the reports, I had the feeling he *may* not play tonight, but would almost certainly be in the lineup on Wednesday. I can live with him not playing tonight, but if he's skating at all, I'd love it if he was in the lineup for Game 4. So...maybe the poll should be "Who would you rather have - 100% Stafford, 100% Gerbe, or an 85% Vanek?" No one has said it's a high ankle sprain except folks on this board. If that's what it is, he's not coming back in this series--it's at least a 4 week thing, not days. So either Vanek and Ruff are flat out lying--which is possible, it's hockey-- or it is not a high ankle sprain. Normal lower ankle sprain, and if not too bad, he could be back late in the series--maybe. But the stuff Vanek was saying about waking up and feeling fine makes no sense at all unless it is a very minor sprain(or just soreness), which seems unlikely given the limp. I would say, if it is a minor lower ankle sprain, game 6 is possible. If it's not a sprain but just soreness, maybe Friday. Anything more than a minor sprain, and I think he's gone for the series. High ankle, gone for the playoffs, unless we go very deep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kristian Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 I didn't hear it was a high ankle sprain...yuck. Those can keep you out for a while. I think this took out half the Bills' defense several years ago, too. Based on the reports, I had the feeling he *may* not play tonight, but would almost certainly be in the lineup on Wednesday. I can live with him not playing tonight, but if he's skating at all, I'd love it if he was in the lineup for Game 4. So...maybe the poll should be "Who would you rather have - 100% Stafford, 100% Gerbe, or an 85% Vanek?" I'm torn between 85% Vanek and 100% Gerbe, pretty much because 85% of Vanek this time of year is just a waste of a roster spot, unless he's deployed only to tie-up Boston's checking line. 100% Stafford is 100% useless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nobody Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 I would vote for "No, but maybe Wed." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Enabler Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 Wasn't Crosby out a month or better last season with a high ankle sprain? I thought Crosby went through the entire playoffs before coming out and saying he had endured the ankle sprain injury. When Pitt lost to the Wings, 2 yrs ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Enabler Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 I'm torn between 85% Vanek and 100% Gerbe, pretty much because 85% of Vanek this time of year is just a waste of a roster spot, unless he's deployed only to tie-up Boston's checking line. 100% Stafford is 100% useless. The ironic thing is that Gerbe isnt afraid to go up against Chara :blink: Kennedy and Ennis would be flicked like a pesky fly. Watching the replay of the game 2 yesterday, the opportunites for Vanek or Connolly to step into someone and polish them is countless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LabattBlue Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 Really good descriptive thread title. I fixed it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CallawaySabres Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 He may be traveling to Boston, but its a high ankle sprain. He will be out atleast 5 to 6 days. Had one myself and I'm in great shape. Went to see a specialist and its the same thing, at multiple referrels from Doctors, the quickest is normally 5 to 6 days. He is just traveling to Boston as a just in case he can play sceniario, mark my words, Vanek doesn't play in either games in Boston. He may have a shot at game 5 in Buffalo, but even then, he won't be 100%. nobody has said high ankle sprain...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PASabreFan Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 nobody has said high ankle sprain...... Someone said it. I'm trying to figure out who. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PASabreFan Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 Now I remember. Report: Vanek to miss Game 3 Sunday, 04.18.2010 / 2:14 PM / Sabres vs Bruins - 2010 Stanley Cup Conference Quarterfinals NHL.com According to the Buffalo News, the Sabres will be missing forward Thomas Vanek for Game 3 in Boston Monday (7 p.m. ET, VERSUS, CBC). The News reports Vanek has a high ankle sprain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo Wings Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 Now I remember. Report: Vanek to miss Game 3 Sunday, 04.18.2010 / 2:14 PM / Sabres vs Bruins - 2010 Stanley Cup Conference Quarterfinals NHL.com According to the Buffalo News, the Sabres will be missing forward Thomas Vanek for Game 3 in Boston Monday (7 p.m. ET, VERSUS, CBC). The News reports Vanek has a high ankle sprain. Do we think The News is smart enough to say it's a high ankle sprain (when it really isn't) just to deceive the Bruins? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Dryden Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 Now I remember. Report: Vanek to miss Game 3 Sunday, 04.18.2010 / 2:14 PM / Sabres vs Bruins - 2010 Stanley Cup Conference Quarterfinals NHL.com According to the Buffalo News, the Sabres will be missing forward Thomas Vanek for Game 3 in Boston Monday (7 p.m. ET, VERSUS, CBC). The News reports Vanek has a high ankle sprain. Those links don't say that. Harrington now says we can suppose it is a bad ankle sprain--but it's conjecture. If it's a severe high ankle sprain, he's done for the year, and he's a fool to travel to Boston. Bottom line, we don't know what it is--either a big lie is going on and Vanek's done, or the injury is not what is speculated. I'd say it's 50/50. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Dryden Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 Do we think The News is smart enough to say it's a high ankle sprain (when it really isn't) just to deceive the Bruins? That would be unethical from a reporting perspective. My guess is that they just don't know, so they speculate because they've heard of a high ankle sprin before. My guess is that it's a regular lower sprain, which will heal much more quickly, but will take a while anyway. But a lower sprain with rest, treatment, ice, then heat and then tons of tape--he could be back by next Monday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwampD Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 I don't have a link but I just read in the Cuckoo Town Press that Boychuk actually sharpened his stick before the game and was literally trying to chop Vanek's leg off. When asked, Boychuk said,"what better way to get him out of the series, really, than removing his leg. I guess there is always next game." Is it 7p yet? :wallbash: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kishoph Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 I chose back by Wed. but that is probably more me hoping for him to return than when he actully will. I still haven't seen anything about it being a high ankle sprain, that's just grasping. Hopefully it's nothing more than a deep bruise, which could enable him to be back soon. VANEK has been tearing it up the last few games and hopefully his confidence will remain high when he does return. BTW I wouldn't count on TIMMAY picking up the slack, he hasn't scored a playoff goal in 19 consecutive games and with the way he's looked, the streak will continue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Dryden Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 I don't have a link but I just read in the Cuckoo Town Press that Boychuk actually sharpened his stick before the game and was literally trying to chop Vanek's leg off. When asked, Boychuk said,"what better way to get him out of the series, really, than removing his leg. I guess there is always next game." Is it 7p yet? :wallbash: LOL! Mair and Ellis are sharpening their sticks to a point. When they impale two Bruins, it could be 2 minutes each for spearing--maybe 4 if they hit a vital organ. Doubtful it would be a major though, playoff hockey and all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PASabreFan Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 Those links don't say that. Harrington now says we can suppose it is a bad ankle sprain--but it's conjecture. If it's a severe high ankle sprain, he's done for the year, and he's a fool to travel to Boston. Bottom line, we don't know what it is--either a big lie is going on and Vanek's done, or the injury is not what is speculated. I'd say it's 50/50. That is what was posted on nhl.com yesterday. Now when you click on full story, a different story appears. I'm pretty sure it was on the News page too but has since been deleted. Injuries and the playoffs -- weird things happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mbossy Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 He's got the boot on today. I think he tries for Friday. It'll be tough for him. Most of his time is spent trying to stand in the crease while taking the beat down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo Wings Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 That would be unethical from a reporting perspective. My guess is that they just don't know, so they speculate because they've heard of a high ankle sprin before. My guess is that it's a regular lower sprain, which will heal much more quickly, but will take a while anyway. But a lower sprain with rest, treatment, ice, then heat and then tons of tape--he could be back by next Monday. Good point...I wasn't trying to accuse The News of anything, but since everything is so secretive with regards to injuries in this sport - especially in the playoffs - it wouldn't have surprised me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UncleWally Posted April 19, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 Really good descriptive thread title. I fixed it. Still have anger towards me eh?? Everything doesn't have to be black and white. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
repster Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 Vanek arrived in Boston in a walking boot. Not looking good. Stafford is replacing him tonight. http://www.wgr550.com/Stafford-replaces-Vanek/6839560 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darksabre Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 Buffalo has been deceptive about injuries all year. Every time someone has been hurt they've given a longer time frame or said it was more serious than it really is. I think he'll be back Wednesday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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