GDT: 11/04/25 Utah Mammoth @ Buffalo Sabres 7 pm MSG and Radio

[Jorcus]

38 minutes ago, JohnC said:

Why does he deserve a "tribute video"? He wasn't here long and wanted out. Besides, I'm sure he didn't want one or even care about having it. The tribute video is a nice tradition that gets used too much. There are a number of things that one can criticize the organization for, but this isn't one of them. 

Yes length of service on the short side for a tribute.

[Broken Ankles]

49 minutes ago, Pimlach said:

Wonder what the tribute video standard is?  

I think the min games is 300.  Four seasons or more, and that’s if you have character and impact as a player.  Maybe 2 seasons if you were a fan favorite and won a cup or made some significant contribution to a championship or memorable season. JJP had 3 seasons maybe 220 games.  Impactful yes, but character, no.  And losing seasons to boot.  I side with the organization on this one.  JJP got exactly what he deserved.  A one way ticket out of Dodge.  
 

On a side note, you might remember 40 Thieves on Elmwood better as Merlin’s.  I went there this summer with a group of college buddies. The food was fantastic, the remodel is above average.  Looks nothing like Merlin’s of the early 90s when I was there last.  And the clientele….I can see why JJP might frequent. Stunning young ladies on a random Friday in July. 

Edited 4 hours ago by Broken Ankles

[Crusader1969]

11 hours ago, Pimlach said:

You are on a anti-Ruff Crusade.   He is one the the better players on team.  Not a perfect player, but he brings a lot and he is far from being a problem on this team.  

Tuch Shooting Percentage - Career: 12.4%

2024-2025 season: 18.3%   (82 games,  36 goals) 

2023-2024 season: 11.5%    (75 games, 22 goals)

2022-2023 season: 16.5%    (74 games, 36 goals) 

2021-2022 season: 8.6%       (50games, 12 goals) 

Now factor in hits, blocked shots, PK, leadership/toughness.  

Not all shots are the same. He misses glorious opportunities. 
And I like Tuch but he shouldn't be above criticism is my point.   especially last night    he missed a complete open net on the 3 on 1    You could hear the exasperation in Rob Rays voice right after he missed it 

he missed a point blank opportunity right before the Utah goal and it was literally his man that got away from him 

He seems to be the one guy that always gets a pass. )

 

[Pimlach]

2 hours ago, PromoTheRobot said:

He told the Sabres to eff off, and you want to nurture a relationship with him. 🤣

Not demanding a trade is a start.

 

Edited 1 hour ago by Pimlach

[Pimlach]

1 hour ago, Broken Ankles said:

I think the min games is 300.  Four seasons or more, and that’s if you have character and impact as a player.  Maybe 2 seasons if you were a fan favorite and won a cup or made some significant contribution to a championship or memorable season. JJP had 3 seasons maybe 220 games.  Impactful yes, but character, no.  And losing seasons to boot.  I side with the organization on this one.  JJP got exactly what he deserved.  A one way ticket out of Dodge.  
 

On a side note, you might remember 40 Thieves on Elmwood better as Merlin’s.  I went there this summer with a group of college buddies. The food was fantastic, the remodel is above average.  Looks nothing like Merlin’s of the early 90s when I was there last.  And the clientele….I can see why JJP might frequent. Stunning young ladies on a random Friday in July. 

Makes sense on the tribute stuff.   Just lamenting on the broken culture that makes them want to leave.  

I looked up 40 Thieves.  It’s at Elmwood and W Ferry. I’ve seen it, never went in.   I do remember Merlin’s.   We stay in Elmwood Village quite often near Bidwell and Elmwood.   JT’s is my go to place in that area.