Claude_Verret Posted October 7, 2015 Report Share Posted October 7, 2015 Never again shall you utter that word *twinkles nose* Actually you're right, the trophy needs a new name as finishing in 30th now only guarantees the 4th overall pick and therefore it's unlikely you'll see a team sinking to the putrid depths that we witnessed last year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That Aud Smell Posted October 7, 2015 Report Share Posted October 7, 2015 Shart: Coyotes Not what it used to be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrueBlueGED Posted October 7, 2015 Report Share Posted October 7, 2015 Actually you're right, the trophy needs a new name as finishing in 30th now only guarantees the 4th overall pick and therefore it's unlikely you'll see a team sinking to the putrid depths that we witnessed last year. I direct your attention to the Coyotes. I believe I read that in five straight preseason games they got a total of one even strength goal. They have quite the stench emanating from them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildCard Posted October 7, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 7, 2015 Where do the Sabres finish: (8th) Eastern Conference Finals: (Capitals vs. Lightning) Western Conference Finals: (Ducks vs. Kings) Stanley Cup Finals: (Kings vs. Lightning) Stanley Cup Winners: (Lightning) Rocket Richard Trophy: (TyJohnson) Hart Trophy: (Ovechkin) Vezina Trophy: (Holtby) Norris (defenseman): (Yosi) Jack Adams (coach): (Bylsma) Calder Trophy: (Jack Eichel) Bonus: Who will be the biggest name moved during the season? Okposo, Big Buf Bonus: How many Buffalo Sabres participate in the All Star Game? (3: Eichel, Kane, O'Reilly) Bonus: Biggest bounce back season by any player? Kessel I really like those awards pick, very bold and interesting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted October 7, 2015 Report Share Posted October 7, 2015 I originally picked Josi but realized I had Rinne as Vezina. I don't think they'd award both to the same team. Josi is a star. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Flagg Posted October 7, 2015 Report Share Posted October 7, 2015 I direct your attention to the Coyotes. I believe I read that in five straight preseason games they got a total of one even strength goal. They have quite the stench emanating from them. Fun fact, Colorado scored one TOTAL goal in their last five preseason games. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted October 7, 2015 Report Share Posted October 7, 2015 Fun fact, Colorado scored one TOTAL goal in their last five preseason games. I wonder about Roy as coach. That team has talent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildCard Posted October 7, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 7, 2015 (edited) I wonder about Roy as coach. That team has talent.They've also lost Statsny and O'Reilly, two huge players for them when they went into the playoffs a few years back. They do have some talent, just not enough to compete I'm the West IMO Edited October 7, 2015 by WildCard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrueBlueGED Posted October 7, 2015 Report Share Posted October 7, 2015 Fun fact, Colorado scored one TOTAL goal in their last five preseason games. Presumably, they cannot continue that level of impotence once their stars start to care. Then again... I wonder about Roy as coach. That team has talent. Cannot coach his way out of a paper bag. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrueBlueGED Posted October 7, 2015 Report Share Posted October 7, 2015 Where do the Sabres finish:12th The fan in me wants to say higher, but the forecaster in me looks at the mediocre-at-best blue line and very uncertain goaltending as issues too large to be ignored or overcome, even by why I expect to be a pretty dynamic forward group.Eastern Conference Finals: Washington vs. Tampa BayWestern Conference Finals: LA vs. DallasStanley Cup Finals: Dallas vs. Washington Stanley Cup Winners: Washington Capitals Rocket Richard Trophy: StamkosHart Trophy: SeguinVezina Trophy: LundqvistNorris (defenseman): DoughtyJack Adams (coach): McLellan Calder Trophy: McDavidBonus: Who will be the biggest name moved during the season? Dustin Byfuglien Bonus: How many Buffalo Sabres participate in the All Star Game? Two: Kane and O'Reilly (three if the young stars game counts, because Eichel will be in that) Bonus: Biggest bounce back season by any player? Taylor Hall--he wasn't bad last year, but he was off his career averages and I think he pushes for the Art Ross this year Eastern Conference surprise team: Carolina. I don't think they're world beaters or anything, but they upgraded on defense and in net, and I think Lindolm takes the next step forward. Eastern Conference disappointment: Columbus. Everyone is pointing to the injuries last year and expecting a big bounce back, which is fair. But Foligno had a year I don't think he can repeat, they lack ideal depth down the middle, and I'm not even sold on their blue line. There's also uncertainty around how Saad will do away from Toews and Hossa (I think he'll be fine, but time will tell). Western Conference surprise team: Edmonton. McDavid, a real coach, Sekera, Talbot...barring injuries this team is much, much better than last year. And they weren't even that bad last year, it's just their goaltenders were AHL-level. I think they make a very real push for a wild card. Western Conference disappointment: Winnipeg. I was going to go with Calgary because of their underlying numbers, but I'll be damned if I didn't love their offseason. I think they regress, but not like Colorado last year. Winnipeg has contract uncertainty with Ladd and Byfuglien, and I'll eat my keyboard if Pavelec looks good two years in a row. In that division, I don't think they can make the playoffs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taro T Posted October 8, 2015 Report Share Posted October 8, 2015 Where do the Sabres finish: 10th in East Eastern Conference Finals: TB over C-bus Western Conference Finals: Anaheim vs. Chicago Stanley Cup Finals: TB over Anaheim Stanley Cup Winners: TB Rocket Richard Trophy: Ovie Hart Trophy: Stamkos Vezina Trophy: Price Norris (defenseman): Hedman Jack Adams (coach): Boudreau Calder Trophy: Bennett, Runner-up: Eichel Bonus: Who will be the biggest name moved during the season? Chara Bonus: How many Buffalo Sabres participate in the All Star Game? (3: Eichel, Kane, O'Reilly Eichel voted in.) ( Larsson & Reinhart in young guns game.) Bonus: Biggest bounce back season by any player? Kane Western Conference: 1) Ducks 2) Hawks 3) Blues 4) Wild 5) Preds 6) Dallas 7) Jets 8) Calgary 9) LA 10) Edmonton 11) Nucks 12) Avs 13) SJ 14) Arizona Eastern Conference: 1) TB 2) Rags 3) CBJ 4) Habs 5) Pittsburgh 6) Panthers 7) Caps 8) Isles 9) Otters 10) Buffalo 11) Phlyers 12) Detroit 13) Boston Bruins 14) Joisey 15) Carolina 16) TO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudacek Posted October 8, 2015 Report Share Posted October 8, 2015 (edited) How can a team that features Zack Kassian, Paul Byron, Torrey Mitchell and Brian Flynn be a contender? Edited October 8, 2015 by dudacek Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted October 8, 2015 Report Share Posted October 8, 2015 How can a team that features Zack Kassian, Paul Byron, Torrey Mitchell and Brian Flynn be a contender? Carey Price I don't think they are though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woods-racer Posted October 8, 2015 Report Share Posted October 8, 2015 How can a team that features Zack Kassian, Paul Byron, Torrey Mitchell and Brian Flynn be a contender? Carey Price I don't think they are though. If they only had Matty Ellis they would be guaranteed Cup contenders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrueBlueGED Posted October 8, 2015 Report Share Posted October 8, 2015 Carey Price I don't think they are though. Correct. My feeling on them hasn't changed from last year other than I don't think Price repeats that performance. There a pretender if he doesn't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That Aud Smell Posted October 8, 2015 Report Share Posted October 8, 2015 Remember when that story ran during camp about Dareus trying to figure out the scheme? The consensus here seemed to be: No need to worry. Because Rex Ryan. Because best front 4 in the NFL. Well, Carruci is reporting that the breaking in period persists. http://bills.buffalonews.com/2015/10/07/bills-d-line-experiencing-disconnect-with-scheme/ Whither Jim Schwartz? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildCard Posted October 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 8, 2015 Wrong thread, Smell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildCard Posted January 28, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 28, 2016 Statistical predictions of the Cup Winner based on the season so far http://www.nhl.com/ice/news.htm?id=799945&navid=nhl:topheads Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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