Taro T Posted November 6, 2006 Report Share Posted November 6, 2006 I was very glad the Sabres drafted Vanek, as they hadn't drafted a pure scorer with their top pick since prior to the criminals owning the team. I think they made the right choice, but would be interested to see what others around here thought. Although Phaneuf is going to be (and is already showing signs of being) a stud, the Sabres desperately needed a goal scorer at the time, IMHO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR HOLLIDAY Posted November 6, 2006 Report Share Posted November 6, 2006 Gotta vote for our boy Vanek......... :beer: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LabattBlue Posted November 6, 2006 Report Share Posted November 6, 2006 I was big on Phaneuf at draft time as he is one of those rare blueline talents that can be an imposing physical force defensively and also can be a very good offensive player. That being said, if Vanek can turn into a 40+ goal 80+ point player on an annual basis and turns into a respectable player along the boards and in his own end, I won't be complaining. So, I am not sure how to answer the poll...Vanek or Phaneuf?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BetweenThePipes00 Posted November 6, 2006 Report Share Posted November 6, 2006 I agree with dave, the Sabres needed a goal-scorer in that spot. Also, and this is pure hindsight because there was no cap at the time of that draft, the Sabres are getting great production out of Vanek for a low price in his first few years. If they had taken Phaneuf, maybe they don't need to go get Spacek and keep Dumont ... I think I'd rather have Spacek and Vanek, because Dumont would be a FA again next summer, whereas we have Vanek for a few more years at least. I guess my point is, it's cheaper and easier to go find a defenseman in free agency to fit in than it is a 30- or 40-goal scorer. Also, Phaneuf is kind of a freak ... most of the time, defensemen take longer to develop. We know now he was a rare guy who was obviously ready, but at the time the Sabres made the right choice I think. I was not totally convinced after last season, but Vanek has impressed me so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knightrider Posted November 6, 2006 Report Share Posted November 6, 2006 If you had asked last year, my answer would have been different. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR HOLLIDAY Posted November 6, 2006 Report Share Posted November 6, 2006 Its a land slide, so far.......... :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deluca67 Posted November 6, 2006 Report Share Posted November 6, 2006 I voted for that guy Other. I heard he had a lot of upside and was a high energy player. A little soft in the corners but has great hands :nana: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chilly Posted November 7, 2006 Report Share Posted November 7, 2006 Vanek as he's a goal scorer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob_sauve28 Posted November 7, 2006 Report Share Posted November 7, 2006 I voted for that guy Other. I heard he had a lot of upside and was a high energy player. A little soft in the corners but has great hands :nana: :D :D :D Good old other! I heard he plays for free, too! Better than me, though. I have no clue who Pharmacy or Phalanx or whatever his stupid name is anyway. Like a sheep I just voted for Vanek! Vanek as he's a goal scorer. And Miller is a goal stopper. And George, can we get some rabbits :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matter2003 Posted November 7, 2006 Report Share Posted November 7, 2006 Vanek also leads the NHL in +/- this year as well at +14.... Talk about a turnaround from last year... He also may be responsible for drawing more penalties than any one else in the league....it seems every game he is responsible for at least one penalty by the other team because he continues working hard and steals the puck, and in the Carolina game, he virtuallyended their chances by drawing 2 consecutive penalties(although we almost let them back in by giving up a 5 on 3 goal)... He has been simply outstanding this year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thesportsbuff Posted November 7, 2006 Report Share Posted November 7, 2006 last year, Phaneuf. this year, Vanek. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chilly Posted November 7, 2006 Report Share Posted November 7, 2006 And Miller is a goal stopper. And George, can we get some rabbits :D I lol'd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncsabre Posted November 9, 2006 Report Share Posted November 9, 2006 I cant lose.. I have them both on my fantasy team.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MLH Posted November 9, 2006 Report Share Posted November 9, 2006 At the time I wanted Phaneuf badly and despite Vanek's great start (and potential) the clear answer is still Phaneuf. He's going to be the best defenseman in the NHL for years to come. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabbit151 Posted November 9, 2006 Report Share Posted November 9, 2006 I see a lot of Phaneuf out here on Flames TV. He's the closest thing to Scott Stevens in the league. He's mean, and can play. With defense being more difficult to acquire than forwards, I went with Phaneuf. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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