Eleven Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 (edited) I didn't get it either.... Emerson is probably too high brow for this crowd. It's small-minded to remain consistent in rooting for the Sabres to win at this point. There is zero chance that the team will make the playoffs. There is no point to winning these games. Edited April 3, 2015 by Eleven Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brawndo Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 It's small-minded to remain consistent in rooting for the Sabres to win at this point. There is zero chance that the team will make the playoffs. There is no point to winning these games. The Tank Debate has driven media and fans to such polar opposites, that there is a segment of the population that would take greater satisfication in the Sabres drafting third, future consequences be damned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 The Tank Debate has driven media and fans to such polar opposites, that there is a segment of the population that would take greater satisfication in the Sabres drafting third, future consequences be damned. I don't understand it. I was one of the most vocal so-called anti-tankers at the beginning of the season. And I don't think the organization was tanking then. But now, I mean, losing the only thing that makes sense from the organization's and fans' perspectives. From the coaches' and players' perspectives, not so much. I get that. I still wouldn't show up and root against them, though. I might have a tough decision to make on Monday night! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claude_Verret Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 Sabres, Yotes and Oilers all win out. We still get the shart and anti-tankers are happy (I think). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taro T Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 Sabres, Yotes and Oilers all win out. We still get the shart and anti-tankers are happy (I think). Those that don't have aneurysms along the way would be, I guess. :unsure: It's small-minded to remain consistent in rooting for the Sabres to win at this point. There is zero chance that the team will make the playoffs. There is no point to winning these games. Sop picking on DeLuca. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabres Fan in NS Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 At least the fans in attendance will get to see a real NHL team. A good look at what the Sabres could look like in a few years, although I have a feeling the Sabres will look more like the Kings. Maybe a combination of the two would be a good mix. Anyway, I think the Sabres will lose this one. The Hawks are just too good for effort to overcome, but I will cheer for a Sabre win. As always, GO SABRES!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcsaberks Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 I can't stand where the team has put me mentally. After the music playing and partying like they won the Cup the last two games, I hope the get the shiit kicked out of them tonight. Yup, I said it but that's just the way I feel right now. I'm really afraid this season has scarred me for life.... Re: post-game celebration. I think the genesis of this narrative is this Vogl tweet: https://twitter.com/BuffNewsVogl/status/582762651203203072 John Vogl@BuffNewsVogl Lots of shouts of joy coming from Sabres' dressing room. Were there any other reports? Hoppe? Hamilton? Unsure to what degree Vogl trolls (no where near Bucky / Jerry S level) I think it's being blown way out of proportion. After a win, celebrate, especially given this crap season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 Re: post-game celebration. I think the genesis of this narrative is this Vogl tweet: https://twitter.com/BuffNewsVogl/status/582762651203203072 John Vogl@BuffNewsVogl Lots of shouts of joy coming from Sabres' dressing room. Were there any other reports? Hoppe? Hamilton? Unsure to what degree Vogl trolls (no where near Bucky / Jerry S level) I think it's being blown way out of proportion. After a win, celebrate, especially given this crap season. Very interesting questions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrueBlueGED Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 Re: post-game celebration. I think the genesis of this narrative is this Vogl tweet: https://twitter.com/BuffNewsVogl/status/582762651203203072 45] John Vogl@BuffNewsVogl Lots of shouts of joy coming from Sabres' dressing room. Were there any other reports? Hoppe? Hamilton? Unsure to what degree Vogl trolls (no where near Bucky / Jerry S level) I think it's being blown way out of proportion. After a win, celebrate, especially given this crap season. I'm fairly certain Hamilton reported he hadn't seen the locker room so excited since they won a playoff series. I have little doubt they were galvanized by the Arizona game...I also have little doubt it wouldn't mean a hill of beans nor would it be a narrative if our immediate opponents didn't include the Yotes and Leafs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 I'm fairly certain Hamilton reported he hadn't seen the locker room so excited since they won a playoff series. I have little doubt they were galvanized by the Arizona game...I also have little doubt it wouldn't mean a hill of beans nor would it be a narrative if our immediate opponents didn't include the Yotes and Leafs. I do recall Hamilton reporting that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcsaberks Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 I do recall Hamilton reporting that. Oh, maybe on the radio. He didn't mention it in his blog post. Well then 2 sources improves likelihood it was noteworthy. Again I put it on Gionta. Assuming he's setting the tone as captain. Give us what we want Brian! You are being paid MILLIONS to do so to the best of your abilities. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabre Dance Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 I didn't get it either.... Emerson is probably too high brow for this crowd. Nonsense! I can even use it in a sentence: "Emerson nice hooters, lady!" :thumbsup: Oh, and baseball season starts next week. :flirt: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrueBlueGED Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 Nonsense! I can even use it in a sentence: "Emerson nice hooters, lady!" :thumbsup: Oh, and baseball season starts next week. :flirt: Terrific :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huckleberry Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 Wouldn't it be great if Boston or LA missed the playoffs and won the lottery? That would be awesome and would make it so no teams ever tanked again to improve their draft position. Plus if those Massholes win the lottery we'll still get to see McDavid in Buffalo 2 or 3 times a year. Maybe he'll score some hat tricks against us. I don't like you :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pi2000 Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 Lindback starts tonight, Nolan said it's possible that Makarov starts tomorrow on the Island. Moulson (flu) and Weber () are gametime decisions. Scott Darling gets the start for CHI. He's 8-3-0 on the season with a 1.77 goals against average and .941 save percentage in 12 games (11 starts). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swedesessed Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 Sabres 4 Blackhawks 2. Expect the worst. Hope for the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carpandean Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 (edited) I'm fairly certain Hamilton reported he hadn't seen the locker room so excited since they won a playoff series. I have little doubt they were galvanized by the Arizona game...I also have little doubt it wouldn't mean a hill of beans nor would it be a narrative if our immediate opponents didn't include the Yotes and Leafs. You're right ... because our immediate opponent was actually Colorado and we didn't hear about how the team was so "galvanized" as you say when they lost to them. Edited April 3, 2015 by carpandean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pastajoe Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 The best would be a regulation loss. Schaller recalled, has to fly back from Iowa. They can't play a game with one less forward? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrueBlueGED Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 You're right ... because our immediate opponent was actually Colorado and we didn't hear about how the team was so "galvanized" as you say when they lost to them. I'm sure we could get it to fit the narrative if we really tried. At first they were shell shocked from the events of the Coyotes game, leading to a 4-0 deficit. But that's when it all changed with a rousing second intermission...not speech, not chair throwing, but replay of the cheers. Then they came out and dominated the third period before falling short. But make no mistake, that Coyotes game mattered as would be demonstrated by statement victories over Arizona and Toronto. This is a team that's driven to climb all the way out of the basement to build for next year. Fans may think of these as fruitless wins, but those guys in the locker room know better. A culture has been crafted, and no 18 year old prospect can change it now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Flagg Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 Hackett officially becomes a UFA after the season with tonight's game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattPie Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 Hackett officially becomes a UFA after the season with tonight's game. Wait, unless he plays 30+ minutes tonight, or it's already too late for him to make the minimum number of games? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Flagg Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 Wait, unless he plays 30+ minutes tonight, or it's already too late for him to make the minimum number of games?He's not dressed for the game, Makarov is the backup, so after this game he's out of games to hit the number he's supposed to, unless he gets magically better in the next hour and change Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pastajoe Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 Hackett was never going to get out of the AHL and be a regular on the Sabres. Better to put Ullmark in Rochester next season. I expect Murray to get a big goalie through trade or FA. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitro60 Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 Chicago is focused and ready to play. It might be a long night for the home squad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildCard Posted April 3, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 The difference between these teams is astounding Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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