Jsixspd Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 (edited) I don't think that has anything to do with it. Fact is he has a three year contract waiting to be signed. Muckler name is not relevant in this imo. Yep, and if I had a good friend who I sincerely felt got screwed over by 'the brass' for unjustifiable reasons, I wouldn't be very anxious to sign, both as a matter of personal honor and conscience, and also practicality. Practicality, in that, if I felt the organization was poorly run at the highest levels, I would not want to commit to that organization. And let's also NOT forget - it wasn't Ted Nolan who first spoke of his 3 year contract offer - it was the Sabres brass. They're the ones who've put pressure, via the Media and the fans, on Ted Nolan. Ted Nolan I believe seemed quite willing to not even discuss it. Edited March 5, 2014 by Jsixspd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beerme1 Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Yep, and if I had a good friend who I sincerely felt got screwed over by 'the brass' for unjustifiable reasons, I wouldn't be very anxious to sign, both as a matter of personal honor and conscience, and also practicality. Practicality, in that, if I felt the organization was poorly run at the highest levels, I would not want to commit to that organization. And let's also NOT forget - it wasn't Ted Nolan who first spoke of his 3 year contract offer - it was the Sabres brass. They're the ones who've put pressure, via the Media and the fans, on Ted Nolan. Ted Nolan I believe seemed quite willing to not even discuss it. Right. And in light of the crap with Patty the last thing they want is to be made out to look like they aren't treating Ted fairly. They are. If you don't like then don't sign it but the team is making sure the crap stops before it even starts with him. And it is starting with him. So if he is of that mindset adios. If you felt that the organization is that poorly run you should be president or gm or own your own team. Maybe Pat should have taken the gm title so Ted would feel comfortable? And lastly why shouldn't the Sabres brass put it out there? They have to move on also. We don't want people who don't want to be here. I'm guessing Luke Richardson wants to be here. Ted has a choice and a three year offer on the table. I like Ted but he's losing me a little bit right now and I guess I shouldn't be surprised. I am surprised it's happening this fast though. I don't like my boss but I come to work everyday. Tough chit huh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kas23 Posted March 7, 2014 Report Share Posted March 7, 2014 Anyone hear any news or updates on the contract situation? It seems with each passing day, Teddy's leaning towards leaving. But leaving for what? I don't like the little value he's placing on being an NHL head coach. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darksabre Posted March 7, 2014 Report Share Posted March 7, 2014 Anyone hear any news or updates on the contract situation? It seems with each passing day, Teddy's leaning towards leaving. But leaving for what? I don't like the little value he's placing on being an NHL head coach. I don't think he's going anywhere. In fact I wouldn't be surprised if he told GMTM that he wanted to get through the rest of the season before making a decision. Ted has always struck me as a guy who needs some time to reflect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcsaberks Posted March 7, 2014 Report Share Posted March 7, 2014 Anyone hear any news or updates on the contract situation? It seems with each passing day, Teddy's leaning towards leaving. But leaving for what? I don't like the little value he's placing on being an NHL head coach. He and GMTM are probably having a nice lunch right now at a beachside resort in Ft Lauderdale. Latest from Weds was that TM was headed to FL to hang with him for a few days and talk it out. From the TB segment on WGR it sounds like they have barely hung out up to this point. Quite a contrast to BFFs DR and LR. I was a noob Sabres fan (just opening my eyes to the NHL) during TN's last stint with us, and have my doubts about the "us against the world" strategy, but his results over the past few months are impressive. I'm in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nfreeman Posted March 7, 2014 Report Share Posted March 7, 2014 I don't think he's going anywhere. In fact I wouldn't be surprised if he told GMTM that he wanted to get through the rest of the season before making a decision. Ted has always struck me as a guy who needs some time to reflect. Well, I doubt that the Sabres would go for keeping it open that long, and for that matter that TN would ask for that -- it's just far too long and would be pretty unusual. I would guess that they'll give him another couple of weeks at the most. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darksabre Posted March 7, 2014 Report Share Posted March 7, 2014 Well, I doubt that the Sabres would go for keeping it open that long, and for that matter that TN would ask for that -- it's just far too long and would be pretty unusual. I would guess that they'll give him another couple of weeks at the most. Either way, I doubt we were going to get an "oh god yes" from Ted right away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted March 7, 2014 Report Share Posted March 7, 2014 This morning Paul Hamilton said that Ted was finally back to his normal self and joking around and smiling after the trade deadline had ended. Not sure why. He's a tree hugger. He's back just coaching and knows who his team is. I expect him to sign in about a week. He sure can coach crappy players. Who knows if he can coach stars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-9 Posted March 7, 2014 Report Share Posted March 7, 2014 (edited) This morning Paul Hamilton said that Ted was finally back to his normal self and joking around and smiling after the trade deadline had ended. Not sure why. He's a tree hugger. He's back just coaching and knows who his team is. I expect him to sign in about a week. He sure can coach crappy players. Who knows if he can coach stars. This is an important point. There is a difference, certainly. I'm guessing he's up for the task. Damn sure like to test the theory on some legitimate stars before I make up my mind for sure, though. GO SABRES!!! Edited March 7, 2014 by K-9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doohickie Posted March 7, 2014 Report Share Posted March 7, 2014 He'll sign, of that I'm sure. I don't even see an issue with waiting until the end of the season. If he says no, it's not like they're going to try to find someone before the end of the season anyway. No urgency whatsoever until the last game is played. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beerme1 Posted March 8, 2014 Report Share Posted March 8, 2014 Miller, Moulson didn't seem to have any issue playing for him. I don't think that is an issue at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spndnchz Posted March 10, 2014 Report Share Posted March 10, 2014 Nolan should be all signed up by the end of the week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doohickie Posted March 10, 2014 Report Share Posted March 10, 2014 ...in accordance with the prophecy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dEnnis the Menace Posted March 10, 2014 Report Share Posted March 10, 2014 Nolan should be all signed up by the end of the week. good news!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brawndo Posted March 10, 2014 Report Share Posted March 10, 2014 Nolan should be all signed up by the end of the week. :thumbsup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted March 10, 2014 Report Share Posted March 10, 2014 Sabres’ Ted Nolan says new contract being hammered out Ted Nolan speaks with the media following Monday's practice at First Niagara Center. <5:42> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-Daddy Posted March 10, 2014 Report Share Posted March 10, 2014 Great news, I think he's made a great batch of stone soup since coming back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spndnchz Posted March 10, 2014 Report Share Posted March 10, 2014 I'm looking at a Pens scenario. He'll get us close and then the new coach wins the cup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabres Fan in NS Posted March 10, 2014 Report Share Posted March 10, 2014 I'm looking at a Pens scenario. He'll get us close and then the new coach wins the cup. It almost worked the first time 'round. I hope Nolan is here when we finally win that cup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted March 10, 2014 Report Share Posted March 10, 2014 Great news, I think he's made a great batch of stone soup since coming back. Hasn't done jack #### for the Lame-0. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
... Posted March 10, 2014 Report Share Posted March 10, 2014 (edited) Anyone else having issues with NHL video? Regardless of the team, if it's coming from the NHL video server, it's borked on my end. And that's over 4 different computers, and I have FIOS. Nevermind...if I turn the tracking back on, it works fine. Figures...NHL can't respect your privacy (pronounced "priv - eh - see"). Edited March 10, 2014 by sizzlemeister Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted March 10, 2014 Report Share Posted March 10, 2014 Anyone else having issues with NHL video? Regardless of the team, if it's coming from the NHL video server, it's borked on my end. And that's over 4 different computers, and I have FIOS. Might be an adblock issue since the NHL started putting 15 to 30 sec ads in that come in before their video clips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LastPommerFan Posted March 10, 2014 Report Share Posted March 10, 2014 It almost worked the first time 'round. I hope Nolan is here when we finally win that cup. I think that this is too close to the old bad Sabres thinking. I prefer this line of Thinking: The only thing that matters is the crest and the city. As long as those things are in tact, I don't care who is on the team or in the organization when we win the cup, just win the cup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron Crotch Posted March 10, 2014 Report Share Posted March 10, 2014 I'm looking at a Pens scenario. He'll get us close and then the new coach wins the cup. I like the way you think. We may not have much talent, but our boys certainly play hard for Ted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CallawaySabres Posted March 10, 2014 Report Share Posted March 10, 2014 This is also VERY good news for players like Ott and Moulson who seem to love the guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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