dEnnis the Menace Posted April 3, 2012 Report Share Posted April 3, 2012 I should not have clicked on that at work, lol. Fortunately the boss is already gone for the day. :thumbsup: thanks for the warning haha. I almost clicked the link, then saw your response haha! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biodork Posted April 3, 2012 Report Share Posted April 3, 2012 thanks for the warning haha. I almost clicked the link, then saw your response haha! lol it's not really THAT bad, but you probably don't want your boss to walk past and see, either. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
korab rules Posted April 3, 2012 Report Share Posted April 3, 2012 Oh, it's not that bad! lol it's not really THAT bad, but you probably don't want your boss to walk past and see, either. ;) Unless, you know, you DO want your boss to walk by and see. Always good to keep them guessing... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jsixspd Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 The OP got his wish. Sigh. :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 Blue--I hope you don't take a lot of ###### for this. I know the thread was meant with good intentions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Flagg Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 I still vote win. ###### Boston. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrueBlueGED Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 I still vote win. ###### Boston. I hope we ruin their playoff chances like they did our season for awhile. Yea, I went there....I get this way when I'm sad and bitter :cry: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwampD Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 The only problem is that they didn't lose badly enough this season. I can't wait to see the same season next year that I just watched the last two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrueBlueGED Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 The only problem is that they didn't lose badly enough this season. I can't wait to see the same season next year that I just watched the last two. I think the general consensus is 9th place was the worst case scenario. Buffalo sports. Have to laugh, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taro T Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 Blue--I hope you don't take a lot of ###### for this. I know the thread was meant with good intentions. Blue, for what it's worth, I agreed with you until the game the night before you posted this poll. I figured the Sabres screwed their chances of getting a top pick when they beat the Bruins in 'extra time.' At least it looks like they'll get to draft 13th overall, and it's been such a special pick for them, Stafford, Zagrapan; who could ask for more? :doh: (I do actually believe they will make some moves with their 1st 4 picks and would be surprised if we get another #13 overall this year. But where's the fun in that.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darksabre Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 I think the general consensus is 9th place was the worst case scenario. Buffalo sports. Have to laugh, right? Yeah, but...whatever. This last month or so sure was a lot of fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deluca67 Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 The only problem is that they didn't lose badly enough this season. I can't wait to see the same season next year that I just watched the last two. Is there any reason to believe that even if they were dead last there would be any changes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrueBlueGED Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 Yeah, but...whatever. This last month or so sure was a lot of fun. Oh I totally agree, I had a blast. Wasn't trying to poo-poo the last month. Is there any reason to believe that even if they were dead last there would be any changes? No, which is why I don't plan on discussing whether or not Ruff/Regier should be fired this offseason (note: it's a valid opinion, I just have no interest in discussing what I consider to be an impossibility). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deluca67 Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 Yeah, but...whatever. This last month or so sure was a lot of fun. A run to a Stanley Cup Championship would be more fun over a longer period of time. But hey, a run to 9th place is exciting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robviously Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 I think the general consensus is 9th place was the worst case scenario. Buffalo sports. Have to laugh, right? Yeah, but...whatever. This last month or so sure was a lot of fun. Having a contender would be way more fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darksabre Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 A run to a Stanley Cup Championship would be more fun over a longer period of time. But hey, a run to 9th place is exciting. No sh*t Sherlock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 I think the general consensus is 9th place was the worst case scenario. Buffalo sports. Have to laugh, right? It would have been more fun if they had made it. IMO, it's been "bonus hockey" since the loss to the Jests, and I had been enjoying every minute of it. But here's the thing: Free agents are more likely to come to a team that was on the rise, instead of a team that folded. Players acquired via trade (even recent additions like Hodgson)? They'll be more enthused. Even draftees and prospects will be happier to be with a team that fought, rather than folded. So there is some upside, even if the top 5 picks aren't an option. As for those top 5 picks, well, 1) this isn't a draft year with a star top 5, and 2) even if it were, the Sabs have two picks in each of the first two rounds, and are incredibly mobile. But I really, really enjoyed the last four weeks. They were great, the games were meaningful and fun, and I wouldn't trade them for a, let's say, sixth-overall pick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punch Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 It would have been more fun if they had made it. IMO, it's been "bonus hockey" since the loss to the Jests, and I had been enjoying every minute of it. But here's the thing: Free agents are more likely to come to a team that was on the rise, instead of a team that folded. Players acquired via trade (even recent additions like Hodgson)? They'll be more enthused. Even draftees and prospects will be happier to be with a team that fought, rather than folded. So there is some upside, even if the top 5 picks aren't an option. When a team gets this close after a nearly insurmountable run and is as visibly shaken following the elimination as so many of the young guys were in the postgame lockerroom, one can only hope they bond over it and come back next year hungrier and with an edge. I was not quite that confident in the forward group coming out of last season, and I'm much more energized by the "new core" group heading into next year--- so long as the right fat is trimmed and smart additions are made. The 2006-07 Sabres were a hard edged, determined group--- if the 2005-06 offseason wasn't so thoroughly butchered that President's Trophy team likely would've had another Playoff round in them. Here's hoping to the right decisions this summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 When a team gets this close after a nearly insurmountable run and is as visibly shaken following the elimination as so many of the young guys were in the postgame lockerroom, one can only hope they bond over it and come back next year hungrier and with an edge. I was not quite that confident in the forward group coming out of last season, and I'm much more energized by the "new core" group heading into next year--- so long as the right fat is trimmed and smart additions are made. The 2006-07 Sabres were a hard edged, determined group--- if the 2005-06 offseason wasn't so thoroughly butchered that President's Trophy team likely would've had another Playoff round in them. Here's hoping to the right decisions this summer. Amen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrueBlueGED Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 When a team gets this close after a nearly insurmountable run and is as visibly shaken following the elimination as so many of the young guys were in the postgame lockerroom, one can only hope they bond over it and come back next year hungrier and with an edge. I was not quite that confident in the forward group coming out of last season, and I'm much more energized by the "new core" group heading into next year--- so long as the right fat is trimmed and smart additions are made. The 2006-07 Sabres were a hard edged, determined group--- if the 2005-06 offseason wasn't so thoroughly butchered that President's Trophy team likely would've had another Playoff round in them. Here's hoping to the right decisions this summer. I think the younger core is where it's at. Guys like Ennis, Hodgson, Foligno....not only do they want to be great, they believe they can be. I can't say for sure they'll turn into top-6 players on a Cup contender, or they'll all reach/exceed potential...but I do know it all starts with that belief and desire, because without that, you get Dustin Penner. I believe those 3 in particular will bust their humps this offseason to get better and will be key contributors next season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJFIVEOH Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 I hope we ruin their playoff chances like they did our season for awhile. Yea, I went there....I get this way when I'm sad and bitter :cry: Sure would be nice to see somebody from BFLO go take out one of their key players for the entire postseason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Flagg Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 I think the younger core is where it's at. Guys like Ennis, Hodgson, Foligno....not only do they want to be great, they believe they can be. I can't say for sure they'll turn into top-6 players on a Cup contender, or they'll all reach/exceed potential...but I do know it all starts with that belief and desire, because without that, you get Dustin Penner. I believe those 3 in particular will bust their humps this offseason to get better and will be key contributors next season. Heres to a good summer for Cody with Gary Roberts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punch Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 I think the younger core is where it's at. Guys like Ennis, Hodgson, Foligno....not only do they want to be great, they believe they can be. I can't say for sure they'll turn into top-6 players on a Cup contender, or they'll all reach/exceed potential...but I do know it all starts with that belief and desire, because without that, you get Dustin Penner. I believe those 3 in particular will bust their humps this offseason to get better and will be key contributors next season. Agreed. And if the Sabres are intent on keeping Drew Stafford around, it's absolutely imperative that Cody Hodgson drag him away from Rock Band to Gary Roberts' house this summer. Sure would be nice to see somebody from BFLO go take out one of their key players for the entire postseason. It's bad karma. But I wouldn't lose a lick of sleep if Chara or Lucic *accidentally* took a stick to the chops in the middle of a scrum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FogBat Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 No sh*t Sherlock. I couldn't help but :lol: at this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PotentPowerPlay22 Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 Heres to a good summer for Cody with Gary Roberts! Hopefully, he shows a lot more next year because he didn't inspire much this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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