LGR4GM Posted June 30, 2013 Report Share Posted June 30, 2013 nice I love that we took this kid at this pick as I think he has a lot of upside and the Buffalo connection is awesome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Amerk Posted June 30, 2013 Report Share Posted June 30, 2013 Used to be coached by LaLaLaLa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted June 30, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 30, 2013 http://lastwordonsports.com/2013/05/22/justin-bailey-2013-nhl-draft-player-profile-41/ Here is the draft report on Bailey. Hard to project where he will end up in the end but he is a good guy to have in the system. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted June 30, 2013 Report Share Posted June 30, 2013 His dad, Carlton Bailey, played Linebacker for the Bills in the 90s. @BillHoppeNHL Here's my profile of Justin Bailey from Saturday ... http://www.buffalohockeybeat.com/nhl-entry-draft-profile-williamsvilles-justin-bailey-grateful-for-mothers-constant-support/ … #Sabres #Buffalo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudacek Posted June 30, 2013 Report Share Posted June 30, 2013 This one should pacify the masses a bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted June 30, 2013 Report Share Posted June 30, 2013 @coreypronman BUF selects Bailey. A NY kid. Really toolsy forward. Risk/reward pick. Skill, shot and size is desirable. Raw guy with wonky stride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted June 30, 2013 Report Share Posted June 30, 2013 This one should pacify the masses a bit. Without the Buffalo bias, it's really just a solid pick. Good value at this point. All three of our second rounders are likely at least two years away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wjag Posted June 30, 2013 Report Share Posted June 30, 2013 @coreypronman BUF selects Bailey. A NY kid. Really toolsy forward. Risk/reward pick. Skill, shot and size is desirable. Raw guy with wonky stride. Toolsy and wonky.. What could possibly go wrong? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted June 30, 2013 Report Share Posted June 30, 2013 NHL.com Profile: http://www.nhl.com/i....htm?dpid=81822 @BillHoppeNHL #Sabres Justin Bailey: "I couldn’t have picked a better team. ... I honestly couldn’t be happier right now. I’m at a loss for words." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopefulFuture Posted July 1, 2013 Report Share Posted July 1, 2013 This one should pacify the masses a bit. This "pacifies" nothing. What am I, as a fan, supposes to say? "Oh thank you Darcy for picking a local boy with high 3rd line, """potentially""" low 2nd line potential..................................? Just another wasted pick from a potential package that would have made a true impact in my mind. And mind you, I'm not stating that Bailey isn't worth the position, I'm stating the GM totally blows when it comes to attempting to build a championship steam. I'm not happy this pick even still exists with our absence of "FRANCHISE" players abundantly clear for all to see, especially their competition..........think on that for a moment Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted July 1, 2013 Report Share Posted July 1, 2013 This "pacifies" nothing. What am I, as a fan, supposes to say? "Oh thank you Darcy for picking a local boy with high 3rd line, """potentially""" low 2nd line potential..................................? Just another wasted pick from a potential package that would have made a true impact in my mind. And mind you, I'm not stating that Bailey isn't worth the position, I'm stating the GM totally blows when it comes to attempting to build a championship steam. I'm not happy this pick even still exists with our absence of "FRANCHISE" players abundantly clear for all to see, especially their competition..........think on that for a moment Are you no longer Hopeful about the Future? :unsure: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted July 1, 2013 Report Share Posted July 1, 2013 This "pacifies" nothing. What am I, as a fan, supposes to say? "Oh thank you Darcy for picking a local boy with high 3rd line, """potentially""" low 2nd line potential..................................? Just another wasted pick from a potential package that would have made a true impact in my mind. And mind you, I'm not stating that Bailey isn't worth the position, I'm stating the GM totally blows when it comes to attempting to build a championship steam. I'm not happy this pick even still exists with our absence of "FRANCHISE" players abundantly clear for all to see, especially their competition..........think on that for a moment Every pick at that spot is the same in terms of potential. Might as well grab the local kid. And from personal knowledge, he's a kid with character. If he makes the team someday, great; he's not going to be a Chippewa hanger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted July 1, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 1, 2013 This "pacifies" nothing. What am I, as a fan, supposes to say? "Oh thank you Darcy for picking a local boy with high 3rd line, """potentially""" low 2nd line potential..................................? Just another wasted pick from a potential package that would have made a true impact in my mind. And mind you, I'm not stating that Bailey isn't worth the position, I'm stating the GM totally blows when it comes to attempting to build a championship steam. I'm not happy this pick even still exists with our absence of "FRANCHISE" players abundantly clear for all to see, especially their competition..........think on that for a moment Every pick at that spot is the same in terms of potential. Might as well grab the local kid. And from personal knowledge, he's a kid with character. If he makes the team someday, great; he's not going to be a Chippewa hanger. @ 52 we probably took the best player available. Justin Bailey can be a solid top 6 player. I think he has a lot of character an a lot of class. Being selected by the sabres should only drive this kid harder. I think he does become our #2 RW down the road. If not, not much of a better player available outside of maybe Artturi Lehkonen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nobody Posted July 1, 2013 Report Share Posted July 1, 2013 Glad the Sabres picked him. He was ranked in the 2nd round so not a reach. Nice Sabres/Buffalo connections. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brawndo Posted July 1, 2013 Report Share Posted July 1, 2013 Nice pickup Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted July 1, 2013 Report Share Posted July 1, 2013 FC Profile on Bailey: JUSTIN BAILEY POSITION: Right Wing SHOOTS: Right TEAM: Kitchener (OHL) BORN: July 1, 1995 VITALS: 6’-3” / 185 Lbs STATS: 57 GP 17 G 19 A 36 PTS 34 PIM SCOUTING REPORT: Bailey is an athletic specimen with real NHL upside. He skates well with powerful stride that produces good amounts of speed, impressive first step acceleration and outstanding directional mobility. His speed helps him close in on opponents in a real hurry on the forecheck as well as getting to loose pucks. He generates chances off the rush and is able to stickhandle through traffic. He’s also able to surprise goaltenders with a quick shot, as he has a very good release and velocity on his wrister. Bailey displays good vision and makes accurate passes of varying distances, uses his strong frame and long reach in his puck protection as he glides to the net. He has his moments, but for the most part does not play with much physical consistency. He has a bad tendency to watch the puck on his stick as he moves through the neutral zone which can be devastating if defenders step up on him. Despite his frame, Bailey can be easily knocked of the puck as he is still a little spindly in the legs. This will undoubtedly improve with added strength and muscle mass. Simply put, Bailey is a player with some very impressive tool but will need time to put it all together. NHL POTENTIAL: Top 9 Power Forward Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted July 1, 2013 Report Share Posted July 1, 2013 http://nhl.si.com/2013/06/30/nhl-draft-habs-nab-fucale-oilers-blunder-bolland-trade-more-notes/ • Buffalo grabbing local boy Bailey has a nice ring to it. The kid is big (6-4, 185), has sweet hands in tight and shows bright flashes of intensity. Unfortunately, those are surrounded by episodes of “where did he go?” No doubt he’s a project (probably four-five years), but Bailey could be a big part of the Sabres’ future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taro T Posted July 1, 2013 Report Share Posted July 1, 2013 For SB XXVI, the seat cushions came w/ a little roll book of Bailey's INT of Elway to seal the AFC Championship. How sweet would it be if Bailey snagged an attempted pass from Stastny in Game 7 in '17 and buried it for the GWG and then when the banner went up on opening night in October the Sabres gave out a similar booklet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted July 1, 2013 Report Share Posted July 1, 2013 http://www.mynhldraft.com/2013/NHL-Draft-Profiles/Justin-Bailey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spndnchz Posted July 1, 2013 Report Share Posted July 1, 2013 http://www.mynhldraf...s/Justin-Bailey Dude we get it, thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted July 1, 2013 Report Share Posted July 1, 2013 Dude we get it, thanks. Some people might want additional info...Is that against the rules? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Amerk Posted July 1, 2013 Report Share Posted July 1, 2013 Some people might want additional info...Is that against the rules? I appreciate the links. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted July 1, 2013 Report Share Posted July 1, 2013 I appreciate the links. Figured somebody would since we're not all Hockey "Insiders" :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spndnchz Posted July 1, 2013 Report Share Posted July 1, 2013 Some people might want additional info...Is that against the rules? Figured somebody would since we're not all Hockey "Insiders" :rolleyes: No. Why the hate man? Just surprised it wasn't in the form of a tweet. /jab Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted July 1, 2013 Report Share Posted July 1, 2013 No. Why the hate man? Just surprised it wasn't in the form of a tweet. /jab Not everyone can be a trusted inside source like you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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