ddaryl Posted July 14, 2022 Report Share Posted July 14, 2022 (edited) Some feedback out of development camp https://thehockeywriters.com/sabres-2022-development-camp-standouts/ Quote The star of the show was Devon Levi. The former seventh-round pick was acquired from the Florida Panthers at last season’s draft as part of the deal that sent away Sam Reinhart. He has put up some stellar numbers in college so far, and with the way he played at development camp, he should be in for another big year. From the moment the pucks touched the ice, he was locked in. Can't wait to hear more Other info in that article points to how our top D prospects look good. Power Samuelson and Johnson looked real good, but everyone else was a ho-hum Pretty obvious why we picked up a bunch of D players in FA to play in Rochester if this report is true Edited July 14, 2022 by ddaryl 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brawndo Posted July 14, 2022 Report Share Posted July 14, 2022 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sabres-hockey/id1142057803?i=1000569926010 Levi Interview at Dev Camp 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalonill Posted July 15, 2022 Report Share Posted July 15, 2022 Every time you listen to Levi he's so captivating and you just know this is the guy that will get you to the Promise land . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zamboni Posted July 15, 2022 Report Share Posted July 15, 2022 (edited) 1 hour ago, Buffalonill said: Every time you listen to Levi he's so captivating and you just know this is the guy that will get you to the Promise land . Since it’s a team sport, no one player will get a team to “the promise land” but Levi certainly could (keyword) be a factor if he continues to develop well. Edited July 15, 2022 by Zamboni 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ddaryl Posted July 15, 2022 Report Share Posted July 15, 2022 The more I listen to the Kid talk, and the more I watch him play, the more excited I get for his eventual presence in Buffalo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudacek Posted July 15, 2022 Report Share Posted July 15, 2022 Genuine concern out there post-Eichel is whether the team possesses the type of elite talent necessary to ever be a cup winner. If we do, it will be in the form of the concept of Rasmus Dahlin, Owen Power and Devon Levi. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob_sauve28 Posted July 15, 2022 Report Share Posted July 15, 2022 11 minutes ago, dudacek said: Genuine concern out there post-Eichel is whether the team possesses the type of elite talent necessary to ever be a cup winner. If we do, it will be in the form of the concept of Rasmus Dahlin, Owen Power and Devon Levi. If Tage gets even better (40+goals) he enters close to that elite status 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ddaryl Posted July 15, 2022 Report Share Posted July 15, 2022 (edited) 37 minutes ago, dudacek said: Genuine concern out there post-Eichel is whether the team possesses the type of elite talent necessary to ever be a cup winner. If we do, it will be in the form of the concept of Rasmus Dahlin, Owen Power and Devon Levi. Well when we get to that point a few somebodies will have risen to that status.... If we never get there then obviously nobody did But I believe we have multiple candidate's that will rise to that occasion in due time... Edited July 15, 2022 by ddaryl 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doohickie Posted July 15, 2022 Report Share Posted July 15, 2022 40 minutes ago, dudacek said: Genuine concern out there post-Eichel is whether the team possesses the type of elite talent necessary to ever be a cup winner. If we do, it will be in the form of the concept of Rasmus Dahlin, Owen Power and Devon Levi. Really, don't forget the ROR trade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ddaryl Posted July 15, 2022 Report Share Posted July 15, 2022 Quote "It's going to be a really good development year and a really good mental battle," he said. "I think I'm gonna be one more step ready to come in next year." https://www.nhl.com/sabres/news/buffalo-sabres-development-camp-notebook-goaltender-devon-levi/c-334991722 Love that quote. Sounds like Levi WANT's to be here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GASabresIUFAN Posted July 15, 2022 Report Share Posted July 15, 2022 https://www.audacy.com/wgr550/sports/sabres/devon-levi-very-impressed-with-sabres This interview makes it pretty clear that this is one class kid who wants to be here. He became friends with Owen Power at the Olympics. He also is becoming fast friends with Portillo. The more I read about Levi and Portillo these seem like two terrific people regardless of hockey. Whether both come here or just Levi, I think I'll remain a fan of both. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted July 15, 2022 Report Share Posted July 15, 2022 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ddaryl Posted July 15, 2022 Report Share Posted July 15, 2022 The kid is so dialed in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pi2000 Posted July 15, 2022 Report Share Posted July 15, 2022 14 minutes ago, ddaryl said: The kid is so dialed in. If only he was 3 inches taller. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CallawaySabres Posted July 15, 2022 Report Share Posted July 15, 2022 Has there been any indication to think that he will not be a Buffalo Sabre? This is my only fear concerning this team right now. What is the timeline if all goes well? Is he in Rochester next year and then hopefully in Buffalo for 2024? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taro T Posted July 15, 2022 Report Share Posted July 15, 2022 4 minutes ago, CallawaySabres said: Has there been any indication to think that he will not be a Buffalo Sabre? This is my only fear concerning this team right now. What is the timeline if all goes well? Is he in Rochester next year and then hopefully in Buffalo for 2024? He needs to wait 2 more years to jump ship. So, he'll sign in the spring. Expecting he gets a game or 2 (though if the Sabres are right on the cusp, they might ride Comrie) to burn that 1st year of the ELC. Most likely he starts next year in Ra-cha-cha, but am really hoping he'll be up before that season ends. Realistically, he'll be in Buffalo that following year unless injuries or other derail him. Likely as the backup, but who knows, he's been making saves on NHLers in pickup hockey since he was a Midget. He might be special. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ddaryl Posted July 15, 2022 Report Share Posted July 15, 2022 (edited) 22 minutes ago, CallawaySabres said: Has there been any indication to think that he will not be a Buffalo Sabre? This is my only fear concerning this team right now. What is the timeline if all goes well? Is he in Rochester next year and then hopefully in Buffalo for 2024? Yeah exactly that... He will most likely start in Rochester in 2023, got to get the kid acclimated to the next phase. Should actually see him at the end of next years College season... Might even sniff a game or 3 in Buffalo depending on where were at in the standings, If by chance we can make the playoffs then he'll probably just see Rochester late next season. Edited July 15, 2022 by ddaryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheektorado Posted July 15, 2022 Report Share Posted July 15, 2022 5 hours ago, ddaryl said: https://www.nhl.com/sabres/news/buffalo-sabres-development-camp-notebook-goaltender-devon-levi/c-334991722 Love that quote. Sounds like Levi WANT's to be here. Lots of quotes about KA too. Sounds like the two are building a good relationship. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kas23 Posted July 16, 2022 Report Share Posted July 16, 2022 23 hours ago, Zamboni said: Since it’s a team sport, no one player will get a team to “the promise land” but Levi certainly could (keyword) be a factor if he continues to develop well. Remember Hasek? If there’s one position that can get you deep into the playoffs, it’s the goaltender. They can singlehandedly get you there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zamboni Posted July 16, 2022 Report Share Posted July 16, 2022 (edited) 1 hour ago, kas23 said: Remember Hasek? If there’s one position that can get you deep into the playoffs, it’s the goaltender. They can singlehandedly get you there. Agree to disagree. Not about Hasek being awesome. About only needing ONE player on a TEAM to “get you to the playoffs”. Or to use your words “deep into the playoffs”. It’s ok, we just view it differently. and since the thread is about Levi … He could be a contributing factor to having success in a season and in the playoffs. I certainly hope he continues to develop well in the coming years. But on a team sport… He won’t be THE sole reason why they do well in a season and/or playoffs. Just the way I see it. Edited July 16, 2022 by Zamboni Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeSchmoe Posted July 16, 2022 Report Share Posted July 16, 2022 27 minutes ago, Zamboni said: Agree to disagree. Not about Hasek being awesome. About only needing ONE player on a TEAM to “get you to the playoffs”. Or to use your words “deep into the playoffs”. It’s ok, we just view it differently. 👍🏼 That said, Hasek level goaltending gets next year's team in the playoffs... Possibly deep. Problem is, no single player has had Hasek level impact on one team since Hasek. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HumanSlinky39 Posted July 16, 2022 Report Share Posted July 16, 2022 13 hours ago, LGR4GM said: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weave Posted July 16, 2022 Report Share Posted July 16, 2022 7 hours ago, Zamboni said: Agree to disagree. Not about Hasek being awesome. About only needing ONE player on a TEAM to “get you to the playoffs”. Or to use your words “deep into the playoffs”. It’s ok, we just view it differently. and since the thread is about Levi … He could be a contributing factor to having success in a season and in the playoffs. I certainly hope he continues to develop well in the coming years. But on a team sport… He won’t be THE sole reason why they do well in a season and/or playoffs. Just the way I see it. 7 hours ago, JoeSchmoe said: That said, Hasek level goaltending gets next year's team in the playoffs... Possibly deep. Problem is, no single player has had Hasek level impact on one team since Hasek. Carey. Price. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted July 16, 2022 Report Share Posted July 16, 2022 57 minutes ago, Weave said: Carey. Price. Igor Shesterkin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nfreeman Posted July 16, 2022 Report Share Posted July 16, 2022 Levi and UPL are going to guard the wall like Jon Snow and Tormund Giantsbane. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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