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Major points for the Richard mention. Talk about a player haunted by demons and never reaching his potential.

More nuance? Like a reporter not taking the opportunity to get a quote from the Sabres’ consulting neurosurgeon and recognized leader in the field on the matter? That kind of nuance? Malfeasance is only one thing I attribute that to. Laziness and not wanting to piss off his source and jeopardize future leads are two more. Imo, credibility is the number one MUST HAVE for a reporter and Friedman will have me questioning his from here in out as a result of how he’s handled the Eichel story since it began.

Have you followed all of Friedman’s reporting on this since it began? Reasonable minds may disagree, but imo, he was clearly slanted the entire time and the icing on the cake was his article with Prusmack in late July. At the very least, had he could have tried to contact Dr. Cappuccino, the Sabres consulting neurosurgeon and leader in the field of disc replacement surgeries for a his opinion on the matter. Feel free to consume his work all you like, but for my money, he is simply not an impartial reporter and that’s important to me. In your earlier post you raised the issue of how mistrust in journalism is leading to our demise as a society. If by society you mean our democracy, I quite agree. Perhaps we need to look at the downfall of journalism that led to that mistrust. And for that I’d start with the repeal of the fairness doctrine in the 80s and media ownership laws in this country shortly thereafter. Enacted post WWII, we completely forgot why they were passed in the first place. And it’s been harming us ever since. I’ll step off my soapbox now. I’ve spent years researching that issue for various people so thanks for the opportunity to vent on the subject a bit.

I don’t mistrust journalism at all. I just happen to recognize good journalism for what it is and what it must contain to satisfy my trust in it, including impartiality, lest it be more editorial vs. actual reporting. Friedman, in his quest for clicks and the need to satisfy his source to keep material coming, has fallen far short of the mark throughout the entire Eichel saga.

He does if he wants to keep getting info to break stories.

Gotta love Friedman, a master of the pre-manufactured narrative. How convenient for him.

I’m not saying my leeriness about first game back is logical, rational, or founded on any well-researched analytic study. Hell, I’m leery watching these boys, regardless. Looking forward to Rick’s return.

Noone? Did you say, Noone?

I’m always leery of that first home game after a week out west, so I don’t expect much tonight. Maybe they’ll surprise me. Mighty weary

Me likely.

So far in the time he’s been here, I have to be honest and say no. The moments of great D play are few and far between and his contributions on offense don’t come anywhere near offsetting his gaffes on D.

Gionta expressed similar thoughts on a podcast over the summer. Had interesting things to say in general about how during his time as captain over the two years he played with Eichel, his leadership was rejected in favor of examples by others in the room; that Eichel chose the Kanes and Bogosians to gravitate towards instead. Most telling to me was his mentioning of how you can tell about character by the way people treat other people around the building. He didn’t name names, but said some guys were total pricks towards people. He went on to say that KA had years to observe this behavior around the building as well and that it most likely informed his views about several players along the way.

I think Dahlin is pressing and might benefit from a game or two in the press box. I was miffed at his game last night and in frustration implied that he sucked, but in reality, he’s a highly talented player, playing with a total stiff for a D partner (I do think Butcher sucks).

Poise. Such a simple word but imo it’s what separates good from great most often. Taking that extra tic to better assess the situation so often leads to a better play to be made. Coulda used more of that last night for sure.

Oh, no! Which one of the kids is he boxing out?

Perhaps the OP meant to say, “Dahlin - It’s time to take a seat.”

I can respect that, MODO. Although I think you could drop the greatest coach in the history of the game behind bench of this current group, and he would struggle mightily. Sooner or later, talent MUST trump heart, hustle, and strategy. Regardless, it’s nice to be able to respond to a MODO post and I hope you’re doing well.

I agree and wouldn’t have let him play here again. The damage was done, the team reformed, new leadership in the room. The last thing Granato and the players needed was Jack to come back and use the Sabres as his “conditioning assignment” style exhibitions. A critical component of what Meatballs et al are trying to implement, especially in a youth movement, is the idea that you have each other’s backs and play for the guy next to you. Can’t do that with guys who’ve already checked out.

Easy to see why Lindy refused to play him in Jersey. He's just a place holder anyway.

Dahlin needs to go. He is clueless and doesn't possess NHL defenseman skill. I'm ready for the move to forward, but I think his lack of speed will be exposed just as easily.

It's getting so difficult to watch this lack of skill night after night. If the hustle ain't there, it's just not worth it. Donnie needs to find a switch. And fast.

I feel your pain. Makes me wanna skewer my ears.

Yeah, and? He only blows when he's tired? 😂

We need D desperately.

Kyle O!