Hoss Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 (edited) Watching now, may be buying his jersey if he resigns as the Isles are my second fave team Wild were always my second favorite team which is why I want a Pominville jersey. Been a Sabre fan since I was young, but never really understood the game until I was about eight. So in my life as a real fan, Pommer was my favorite and now he's there. Vanek went for the big hit on his first shift. Nice to see... a little late. Edited October 29, 2013 by DStebb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huckleberry Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 Anybody else going to watch Vanek tonight against the Rangers? Nope not my team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 http://scores.espn.go.com/nhl/photos?gameId=400484419&photoId=3349858#photo_3349858 http://scores.espn.go.com/nhl/photos?gameId=400484419&photoId=3349858#photo_3349907 http://scores.espn.go.com/nhl/photos?gameId=400484419&photoId=3349858#photo_3349908 Nope not my team Do you watch playoff hockey? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 Anybody else going to watch Vanek tonight against the Rangers? I will tune in around the 2nd period but should be interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norcal Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 You can easily see why the Islanders wanted Vanek besides the fact he's pretty good. They have mostly left hand shots on their team. Go Moulson!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huckleberry Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 (edited) http://scores.espn.g.....8<br /><br />http://scores.espn.g.....7<br /><br />http://scores.espn.g...8#photo_3349908 Do you watch playoff hockey? I "follow" it, but not staying up till 04.00 am if its not the sabres. Edited October 29, 2013 by Heimdall Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 I "follow" it, but not staying up till 04.00 am if its not the sabres. Ahhh, didn't see the location. You're missing out. Nothing better than playoff hockey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 ... I am starting to question Vanek's "eliteness". I know that isn't fair after only a period on the island but I am doing it anyways. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwampD Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 ... I am starting to question Vanek's "eliteness". I know that isn't fair after only a period on the island but I am doing it anyways. I was thinking just the opposite. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jsixspd Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 Vanek could of milked the Sabres and Darcy of a big contract to finish up his career, I give him credit for wanting to be somewhere where winning is going to be more important to him than being paid more money. It's hard to believe Miller doesn't want to go too. I'm sure he'd like to play for a team with a chance of a Cup win, vs sweating it out in Buffalo and watching his prime physical years evaporate fruitlessly, and be squandered on and for a team that will be at or near the bottom of the division for the foreseeable future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 I was thinking just the opposite. hmm, what were you seeing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 It's hard to believe Miller doesn't want to go too. I'm sure he'd like to play for a team with a chance of a Cup win, vs sweating it out in Buffalo and watching his prime physical years evaporate fruitlessly, and be squandered on and for a team that will be at or near the bottom of the division for the foreseeable future. I'm sure Miller wants out just as much but there's two BIG differences between Vanek and Miller: Vanek isn't a goaltender and didn't have a NTC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwampD Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 hmm, what were you seeing? He's already had at least for scoring chances. It's like he sees the game slower. He doesn't just tip pucks that are shot by NHL players, he actually aims them. It's pretty sick. Also, his game in the defensive zone is very under-appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IKnowPhysics Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 Isles have some pick protection: @Real_ESPNLeBrun So it's Isles' option to either have Buffalo pick this year or next if it's top 10. A little insurance for Isles Then we'll have to root for the Isles to lose next year too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 John Shannon @JSportsnet1m Story that Sabres' owner Pegula offered TVanek big money to stay in Buffalo,begs the question Did they do the same for Miller? Answer: No. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PASabreFan Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 Friend of mine inside Nassau Coliseum reports fans are already down on Vanek, yelling, "Go back to Buffalo!" She said he looks soft and tired. It'll be interesting to see how Vanek deals with a New York crowd. These guys have it pretty good in Buffalo, all things considered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 Friend of mine inside Nassau Coliseum reports fans are already down on Vanek, yelling, "Go back to Buffalo!" She said he looks soft and tired. It'll be interesting to see how Vanek deals with a New York crowd. These guys have it pretty good in Buffalo, all things considered. Sheesh! :doh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
... Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 Friend of mine inside Nassau Coliseum reports fans are already down on Vanek, yelling, "Go back to Buffalo!" She said he looks soft and tired. It'll be interesting to see how Vanek deals with a New York crowd. These guys have it pretty good in Buffalo, all things considered. I think it was Rob Ray on the pre-game yesterday that said, directly, that Vanek's conditioning will have to get up to speed for him to play like they'll expect him to on the Islanders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jsixspd Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 (edited) Vanek got physically soft while under the soft system of Lindy Ruff - :lol: Edited October 30, 2013 by Jsixspd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of Dwight Drane Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 Vanek got physically soft while under the soft system of Lindy Ruff - :lol: He's too fat! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weave Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 I think it was Rob Ray on the pre-game yesterday that said, directly, that Vanek's conditioning will have to get up to speed for him to play like they'll expect him to on the Islanders. Vanek is to islanders as Torres is to Sabres. :w00t: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inkman Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 Friend of mine inside Nassau Coliseum reports fans are already down on Vanek, yelling, "Go back to Buffalo!" She said he looks soft and tired. It'll be interesting to see how Vanek deals with a New York crowd. These guys have it pretty good in Buffalo, all things considered. He always looked soft and tired. Welcome to NY TV. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wonderbread Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 (edited) He always looked soft and tired. Welcome to NY TV. Agreed! He was protected here. He's out on his own now. Edited October 30, 2013 by wonderbread Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deluca67 Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 Not a big fan of the "protected pick." It makes it more difficult to move at the trade deadline, if the Sabres were so inclined. I would like to see the 2nd round pick upgraded to a 1st if the Islanders defer the #1 to next season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 Not a big fan of the "protected pick." It makes it more difficult to move at the trade deadline, if the Sabres were so inclined. I would like to see the 2nd round pick upgraded to a 1st if the Islanders defer the #1 to next season. It doesn't really matter. It's a "win-win" for the Sabres. If it's not top 10 this year then they get a first rounder this year. If it is top 10 then it moves to a "stronger" draft next year. I think the chances of them trading the pick at the deadline are about 5% anyways, so who really cares? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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