LabattBlue Posted February 1, 2023 Report Share Posted February 1, 2023 On 1/14/2023 at 1:26 PM, Johnny Utah said: Just looking at the pipeline to see who might be leaving and what the replacement situation look like. I'm not sure what some of the contracts look like so I just went to CapFriendly to see the Sabres and NHL contracts. Current Amerks (RFAs and UFAs) Murray - 24yrs RFA Rousek - 24yrs RFA Weissbach - 24yrs RFA Bjork - 26yrs RFA Pekar - 22yrs RFA Malone - 27yrs UFA Pilut - 27yrs UFA Priskie - 26yrs UFA Davies - 26yrs RFA Cecconi - 25yrs RFA Lots of decisions to make in this group but not sure I see any obvious graduations to Sabres. Lots of value players that may or may not be back. Age will play a role as well within Adams plans Possible Amerks Additions Levi - G (unsigned) Portillo - G (unsigned) Johnson - D (unsigned) Komarov - D (unsigned) Novikov - D (unsigned) Östlund - F (signed) Bloom - F (signed) Nadeau - F (signed) Marjala - F (unsigned) Karlsson - F (unsigned) Konecny - F (unsigned) Neuchev - F (unsigned) Ratkovic - F (unsigned) Sjodin - F (unsigned) Lofberg - F (unsigned) Think they will sign Levi this year and he will be our main goalie going forward with UPL sticking with Sabres. Portillo and Johnson walk or are traded so not part of the long term picture. Seems the ones that make sense are the signed players in Östlund, Bloom and Nadeau. Before you jump all over me....Savoie, Lindgren and Richard (?) are too young so they have not been considered and Poltopov is signed in Russia for the next few years. No love for the Baron? He deserves a place on the list on name alone. 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brawndo Posted February 3, 2023 Report Share Posted February 3, 2023 Lose 5-3, still get a HC fired Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Contempt Posted February 3, 2023 Report Share Posted February 3, 2023 1 hour ago, Brawndo said: Lose 5-3, still get a HC fired Christmas is going to be awkward this year. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kas23 Posted February 4, 2023 Report Share Posted February 4, 2023 On 2/3/2023 at 12:30 AM, Contempt said: Christmas is going to be awkward this year. Payback for all the ***** his older brother dumped on him all his life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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DarthEbriate Posted February 5, 2023 Report Share Posted February 5, 2023 Last night's Amerks' box score is a fascinating 2023-era read. Belleville has the interim coach and it's feisty. Multiple "continuing altercation" misconducts called, multiple bench minors for unsportsmanlike, multiple roughing calls... Not a single fight. Through it all, Captain Mersch steps up and scores 2 to take the lead (they'd then give up the tying goal before winning in OT). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GASabresIUFAN Posted February 6, 2023 Report Share Posted February 6, 2023 (edited) On defense for next year, I hope KA signs Komarov to an ELC. He’s having a breakout season in the Q. I’d also like to see him sign one or two college UFAs. Jake Livingston and Jacob Bengtsson look like good additions if KA can sign them. Both are 6-3. They also also good at both ends. If Johnson walks, these guys or others like them should be a priority. I also want to draft Casey’s brother Luke who plays D for Minn. Has 14 pts in 26 games and is a +14. From FCHockey.com https://nhlentrydraft.com/players/luke-mittelstadt/ “An efficient skater on the blue line. Uses his crossovers to start the breakout. Able to keep up with most of his opponents speed wise, but needs to focus on his straight-line skating. Good stance and stride overall. Strong on his edges, able to change direction smoothly and reacts to play quickly. Agile enough to consistently be apart of the play and create his own space. Battles hard for space in front of the net and clears enough room for his goalie to see better. Consistently taking away space in the defensive zone and is very aware of where he needs to be. Closes the passing lanes and is willing to block shots for his team. Competes hard for the puck in the board battles and consistently gets the pucks out of the defensive zone. Needs to slow down his game so he can process the ice. Tends to rush the puck off of his stick, with the first instinct being at the net. Can force turnovers in the neutral zone effectively, but he has trouble getting passes off under pressure. Understands when to be conservative and knows when to get more aggressive. Able to control play at both high and slow paces. Very apt at completing accurate stretch passes to his teammates. Applies good pressure on the puck carrier, making it difficult for them to find space.” Edited February 6, 2023 by GASabresIUFAN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnC Posted February 6, 2023 Report Share Posted February 6, 2023 1 hour ago, GASabresIUFAN said: On defense for next year, I hope KA signs Komarov to an ELC. He’s having a breakout season in the Q. I’d also like to see him sign one or two college UFAs. Jake Livingston and Jacob Bengtsson look like good additions if KA can sign them. Both are 6-3. They also also good at both ends. If Johnson walks, these guys or others like them should be a priority. How good is Johnson? If he signs, would he likely have to play a full year in Rochester? Is he at best a third pairing player? Not that there is anything wrong with that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarthEbriate Posted February 6, 2023 Report Share Posted February 6, 2023 1 hour ago, GASabresIUFAN said: I also want to draft Casey’s brother Luke who plays D for Minn. Has 14 pts in 26 games and is a +14. I was all for using the final 7th round pick last draft for Mitts the Younger. Is he another Bryson in build and style? Sure he is. But there was value there. Let him go through college and see what strength he's able to build up, and then let him work in Rochester for a few years as the next generation of Pilut and see what you have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porous Five Hole Posted February 7, 2023 Report Share Posted February 7, 2023 These all star uniforms are terrific (Rousek) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inkman Posted February 7, 2023 Report Share Posted February 7, 2023 12 hours ago, Porous Five Hole said: These all star uniforms are terrific (Rousek) A little too Canadiens-esque for my liking but sharp nonetheless. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quint Posted February 12, 2023 Report Share Posted February 12, 2023 This is an interesting sign of the times. The Amerks are holding three "Sensory-Friendly" nights for the autistic. Must be a whole lot of autistic people out there. https://www.amerks.com/schedule/sensory-friendly-nights-2022-23 Quote The Amerks will be hosting a trio of sensory-friendly games throughout the season. These games will include lower music levels, no flashing lights, and quiet spaces throughout the arena. Please note: vuvuzelas, cow bells, and other loud noisemakers won’t be allowed into the game or sold at the team store. Last season, the Amerks introduced a sensory-friendly room at Autism Awareness Night, which included: Blue light light coverings White noise machine LED lightcubes Lava lamps Large weighted sloth lap covering Sensory body sack Bouncing ball with handle Caterpillar tunnel Various sensory and fidget toys Sensory bags The sensory bags are also available at every game and event at Blue Cross Arena. Bags can be picked up and returned to the First Aid Room. Each Sensory Bag includes noise canceling headphones, earplugs, sunglasses, various sensory focus toys and activities, communication cards and more! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LTS Posted February 12, 2023 Report Share Posted February 12, 2023 6 minutes ago, Quint said: This is an interesting sign of the times. The Amerks are holding three "Sensory-Friendly" nights for the autistic. Must be a whole lot of autistic people out there. https://www.amerks.com/schedule/sensory-friendly-nights-2022-23 https://lmgtfy.app/?q=Autism+in+the+United+States First result from www.autismspeaks.org Quote Autism Prevalence In 2021, the CDC reported that approximately 1 in 44 children in the U.S. is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), according to 2018 data. 1 in 27 boys identified with autism 1 in 116 girls identified with autism So yes... there are a lot of people out there who are diagnosed on the spectrum. A simple search would tell you just how common it is. Pray tell, do you find what the Amerks are doing to be a positive or negative thing? Given the way you've worded your post I could assume, but I'd love for you to clarify it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weave Posted February 12, 2023 Report Share Posted February 12, 2023 6 minutes ago, LTS said: https://lmgtfy.app/?q=Autism+in+the+United+States First result from www.autismspeaks.org So yes... there are a lot of people out there who are diagnosed on the spectrum. A simple search would tell you just how common it is. Pray tell, do you find what the Amerks are doing to be a positive or negative thing? Given the way you've worded your post I could assume, but I'd love for you to clarify it. After 4 concussions, the last about 2 yrs ago, my son has light and sound sensitivities. This may be a game he can actually enjoy. 5 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LTS Posted February 12, 2023 Report Share Posted February 12, 2023 Just now, Weave said: After 4 concussions, the last about 2 yrs ago, my son has light and sound sensitivities. This may be a game he can actually enjoy. I hit awesome, not for your son's struggles but that he might be able to enjoy a game. I would hope it would go without saying, but in this day and age I felt I should clarify. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weave Posted February 12, 2023 Report Share Posted February 12, 2023 48 minutes ago, LTS said: I hit awesome, not for your son's struggles but that he might be able to enjoy a game. I would hope it would go without saying, but in this day and age I felt I should clarify. It went without saying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quint Posted February 12, 2023 Report Share Posted February 12, 2023 (edited) 1 hour ago, LTS said: https://lmgtfy.app/?q=Autism+in+the+United+States First result from www.autismspeaks.org So yes... there are a lot of people out there who are diagnosed on the spectrum. A simple search would tell you just how common it is. Pray tell, do you find what the Amerks are doing to be a positive or negative thing? Given the way you've worded your post I could assume, but I'd love for you to clarify it. I'm neutral on it. I just posted it because I thought it was interesting. You seem to be trying to pick a fight. Instead of attacking me, what do you think about it? Edited February 12, 2023 by Quint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrader Posted February 12, 2023 Report Share Posted February 12, 2023 2 hours ago, Weave said: After 4 concussions, the last about 2 yrs ago, my son has light and sound sensitivities. This may be a game he can actually enjoy. Hell, I don’t have any issues but I’d love a game with less music and flashing lights. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porous Five Hole Posted February 12, 2023 Report Share Posted February 12, 2023 (edited) 5 minutes ago, shrader said: Hell, I don’t have any issues but I’d love a game with less music and flashing lights. No goal horn was an adjustment for me. Edited February 12, 2023 by Porous Five Hole 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taro T Posted February 12, 2023 Report Share Posted February 12, 2023 5 minutes ago, Porous Five Hole said: No goal horn was an adjustment for me. Really? After being a Sabres fan through the Rolston, Nolan, Housley, & Krueger years, wouldn't expect not hearing a goal horn would be that strange. 😉 7 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LTS Posted February 13, 2023 Report Share Posted February 13, 2023 10 hours ago, Quint said: I'm neutral on it. I just posted it because I thought it was interesting. You seem to be trying to pick a fight. Instead of attacking me, what do you think about it? I'm not trying to pick a fight. You made the comment "Must be a whole lot of autistic people out there". It's easy to find out as I shared. You made no additional comment however so it does leave things up for interpretation. I asked for clarity. I think it's great. These are the kinds of things you do as a team to get feedback from your regular fans and hopefully from those who attend because they are trying to include more people who otherwise would not be able to enjoy the game. 9 hours ago, shrader said: Hell, I don’t have any issues but I’d love a game with less music and flashing lights. Given the sound system at BCA having no music would be fantastic. I actually avoid games because of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrader Posted February 13, 2023 Report Share Posted February 13, 2023 14 hours ago, LTS said: Given the sound system at BCA having no music would be fantastic. I actually avoid games because of it. They pump the music up to ridiculous levels here in Raleigh. You feel it in your chest. It's absolutely horrible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inkman Posted February 13, 2023 Report Share Posted February 13, 2023 Yeah anytime they play music at the BCA, I feel like I’m back in 1992 blasting my parents Sony television At full volume in the living room sounding like complete garbage. The intermission stuff with Suzie Cool ain’t much better. They need an upgrade, desperately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Getpucksdeep Posted February 14, 2023 Report Share Posted February 14, 2023 Don Stevens Press Box unveiled last weekend. Pretty great honor for the voice of the Amerks for 37 years. https://www.amerks.com/news/detail/amerks-unveil-don-stevens-press-box-at-the-blue-cross-arena 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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