Drunkard Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 Understood, fair point. Doesn't the fact that he lied to Poile bother you? It's a sign of poor character and signals potential problems down the road with negotiations, playing time, etc... Seems like a high maintenance guy which typically aren't received well in the locker room.... and being Jack's buddy, could have an impact on his development as well if he doesn't pan out. Maybe I'm just overthinking this, I hope I'm wrong about him. It bothers me a little but their loss is potentially our gain so I'm not gonna waste my time shedding tears for Nashville. If we are able to sign him we have a potential top 6 winger for dirt cheap for 2 years. If he plays great we'll still have his rights after 2 years and we'll have the inside track to extend him. If he plays horribly we can walk away and if his play is mediocre we can extend him for cheap or trade him for another teams disappointing scraps or a draft pick. There's practically no downside to signing him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 Hmmm well that's also interesting. Play the tape! I think the goalie he's talking about who reneged is Montoya but that's a different story but a good one. He's giving good info as always. Joe Yerdon @JoeYerdon As for Okposo, Murray said he did not have to sell him on Buffalo. Okposo said he had family here and already loved the city. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtDart Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 (edited) Calling pi's take on Vesey bull crap is an insult to bull crap. My favorite is his assertion that as a college player Vesey doesn't have the right to dictate to the NHL where he plays. That is precious in how utterly incorrect it is. GO SABRES!!! As a person in general looking out for his well being, he has the right to do what he chooses. I wouldn't expect anything different from a well educated young man. Edited July 1, 2016 by DirtDart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robviously Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 Joe Yerdon @JoeYerdon As for Okposo, Murray said he did not have to sell him on Buffalo. Okposo said he had family here and already loved the city. GMTM also said Vesey said stop you don't have to sell me on the city. I love the city and have family there. Was not aware of that which is another checkmark in our favor. Did both guys say this, or is there just confusion about which player GMTM was talking about when he said that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
North Buffalo Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 Ok I was under impression that GMTM had already sat down seriously with him. He stated roughly we're gonna sit down with him next week and see if they can get something done. So guess we all need to keep our powder dry till then and see what happens. Hate waiting but this makes sense depending on development camp next week and see if he is here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
... Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 Getting crazy in here haha Feel bad for him already having to live up the the hype, people hating on him now will only get more cranky Does he wear #19? I think he should wear 19. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sodbuster Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 Did both guys say this, or is there just confusion about which player GMTM was talking about when he said that?He was talking about Okposo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pi2000 Posted July 2, 2016 Report Share Posted July 2, 2016 It bothers me a little but their loss is potentially our gain so I'm not gonna waste my time shedding tears for Nashville. If we are able to sign him we have a potential top 6 winger for dirt cheap for 2 years. If he plays great we'll still have his rights after 2 years and we'll have the inside track to extend him. If he plays horribly we can walk away and if his play is mediocre we can extend him for cheap or trade him for another teams disappointing scraps or a draft pick. There's practically no downside to signing him. You're right, good point about not being tied into an expensive long term contract. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beerme1 Posted July 2, 2016 Report Share Posted July 2, 2016 Did both guys say this, or is there just confusion about which player GMTM was talking about when he said that? He was talking about Okposo. Yes it was Okposo he was talking about. Hoss already bitch slapped me for spewing wrong info. Or I work for WGR and it's my job to spew incorrect information. NMC... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrueBlueGED Posted July 2, 2016 Report Share Posted July 2, 2016 Yes it was Okposo he was talking about. Hoss already bitch slapped me for spewing wrong info. Or I work for WGR and it's my job to spew incorrect information. NMC... It's a sign of affection. Go ahead, ask him for his number now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beerme1 Posted July 2, 2016 Report Share Posted July 2, 2016 It's a sign of affection. Go ahead, ask him for his number now. Nah, he was way to cold about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted July 2, 2016 Report Share Posted July 2, 2016 Nah, he was way to cold about it. If you look back I actually deleted my initial post because when I looked at WGR's Tweets they don't make it clear at all who he's talking about. It wasn't until some follow up quotes from other local reporters that I realized it was definitely Okposo. Certainly not your fault since others wondered the same. Also, 716-555-5555. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beerme1 Posted July 2, 2016 Report Share Posted July 2, 2016 If you look back I actually deleted my initial post because when I looked at WGR's Tweets they don't make it clear at all who he's talking about. It wasn't until some follow up quotes from other local reporters that I realized it was definitely Okposo. Certainly not your fault since others wondered the same. Also, 716-555-5555. LOL dude Or BOT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted July 2, 2016 Report Share Posted July 2, 2016 LOL dude Or BOT. The actual number is (716) 867-5309. I know; I've called it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted July 2, 2016 Report Share Posted July 2, 2016 The actual number is (716) 867-5309. I know; I've called it. I can attest: he did have a good time. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted July 2, 2016 Report Share Posted July 2, 2016 I can attest: he did have a good time. ;) It only cost me 6 Dairy Queen coupons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beerme1 Posted July 2, 2016 Report Share Posted July 2, 2016 The actual number is (716) 867-5309. I know; I've called it. I can attest: he did have a good time. ;) Hmm, I was going to ask how much this cost but, never mind. It only cost me 6 Dairy Queen coupons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mudberry Posted July 2, 2016 Report Share Posted July 2, 2016 I have to admit that I knew absolutely nothing about Vesey before the Sabres acquired him and still don't know a whole lot. He sounds like he will be a great prospect, but is it too early to think of him as a top six without ever having played an NHL game? I know he'll be an older rookie who has had a great collegiate career, but are we putting too much stock in him before he proves himself? I definitely think he is worth the gamble, but I don't want to rush him into the lineup if he decides to play with us even though a guaranteed spot would be a selling point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-9 Posted July 2, 2016 Report Share Posted July 2, 2016 I have to admit that I knew absolutely nothing about Vesey before the Sabres acquired him and still don't know a whole lot. He sounds like he will be a great prospect, but is it too early to think of him as a top six without ever having played an NHL game? I know he'll be an older rookie who has had a great collegiate career, but are we putting too much stock in him before he proves himself? I definitely think he is worth the gamble, but I don't want to rush him into the lineup if he decides to play with us even though a guaranteed spot would be a selling point. Yes. Ultimately, it doesn't matter what the Sabres or any other team promises him in terms of assignment or ice time, he will have to win the job on its own merits. I think other players vying for the same opportunity will have something to say about it. At least I hope so. GO SABRES!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
North Buffalo Posted July 2, 2016 Report Share Posted July 2, 2016 Yes. Ultimately, it doesn't matter what the Sabres or any other team promises him in terms of assignment or ice time, he will have to win the job on its own merits. I think other players vying for the same opportunity will have something to say about it. At least I hope so. GO SABRES!!! Enis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted July 2, 2016 Report Share Posted July 2, 2016 Jimmy Vesey: ‘’I’m still going to go to free agency and explore all my options.'' https://twitter.com/GlobeKPD/status/749292366918475776 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sodbuster Posted July 2, 2016 Report Share Posted July 2, 2016 Jimmy Vesey: ‘’I’m still going to go to free agency and explore all my options.'' https://twitter.com/GlobeKPD/status/749292366918475776 45 days... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted July 2, 2016 Report Share Posted July 2, 2016 Kevin Paul Dupont @GlobeKPD Vesey said he expects he will make his decision promptly after 8/15 -- suspects in perhaps 2-3 days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoPre Posted July 2, 2016 Report Share Posted July 2, 2016 Not surprised at all. Still feel Buffalo is the team Vesey is leaning towards. Probably just wants to make sure of that by talking w/ other teams. For him it's a smart decision. For a Sabres fan it's a ahhh....shiit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kas23 Posted July 2, 2016 Report Share Posted July 2, 2016 Let him talk to teams now. Have him give you his top 2-3 teams he would definitely sign with. If not us, auction his rights to the top bidder of these 2-3 teams. Get a 2nd for him if you can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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