phil_soisson

A factor that could have an effect on which of these possible prognostications prevails is situational player deployment. How many times was Granato questioned on those decisions? While Granato's strengths as a developmental coach were acknowledged, presumably Ruff possesses far better experiential instincts and aptitude in regard to who to put on the ice in a given situation, which may commensurately improve outcomes.

Yes, seriously! You sound like a drama queen. Early in his career with the lacklustre NY Rangers, regularly facing 40 to 50 shots a night, Gump Worsley was asked: "Which team gives you the most trouble?" His reply: "The New York Rangers." Accused by Rangers' coach Phil Watson of having a beer belly, he replied, "Just goes to show you what he knows. I only drink Johnnie WalkerRed." Apparently, you missed those days; when men were men.

Then again, if it was public knowledge that there were those in the organization who were against acquiring a specific player out of concerns said player was lacking, you might find that rare blossom of personal character who, rather than caving to butt hurt and resentment, steels himself through hard work, grit, and determination so as to prove his detractors wrong. After all, it is a men's professional league, and that may be the more precise recipe for finding out who "likes to bump people", and is hard to play against.

Valid point, which comes across in the conversations with the free agents they signed; they uniformly seemed to recognize a vision, and the prospective roles and contributions they can add.

What really stood out to me was the "open mic" style committee of assertion, or affirmation. That said, there wasn't any dissent in evidence. Two possibilities: finding broad consensus among truly "think for yourself" individuals, or, a "get with the program" window-dressing (either conscious or sub conscious) of yes men going along.

Really enjoyed this! I have a positive feeling about this team, and this season, coming from a mindset of abundance. In the words of Gord Downie, "it's been a long time running".

Terry might not even be on the planet by the time this kid gets to B-lo. Just win and make the playoffs this year; otherwise, Adams GTFO!

Right on! Like a cheap, off-colored toupee. Completely agree! It's like a tinge of **cest; they just can't help themselves.

I wouldn't want him on the team; I remember his chickenshit antics against Buffalo in that outdoor game a couple years back.

Trade that b*tch!

It demonstrates the stagnant, limited, inside the box, thinking of ownership and management

Wow! 22 page thread for one topic. Haven't seen that here in a while. Portends great days to come for the team and supporters, I hope!

Adams and Ruff will meet the media Tuesday at 1 p.m. The press conference will be carried live on the Sabres' Facebook, X, and YouTube channels

I was wondering what happened to Randall Flagg. I enjoyed his insights.

Some would call player interviews in the locker room after losses, with the respective player commenting, "I(we). have to do better" (all season long), being accountable.

What is he supposed to do? If the buck stops with him, as he claims, then the honorable thing is to resign. He essentially gave"responsibility" lip service and you apparently bought it.

Please! Most posters on this forum were pointing out the shortcomings Adams noted in his presser about this roster and coaching staff since early in the season. He said playoffs were the expectation at the beginning. He wasted a year!

It's a legitimate question. In his presser, he was emphatic that this debacle of a season was on him.

That's not good enough.

Seppuku for Adams!

All in on Brind'Amour

I think at the least, the first two questions speak directly to coaching. Accordingly, anything less than replacing Granato and his entire staff represents being in denial.

Sounds like walking on a treadmill.

Dahlin is not on the ice as much as Allen is in respective game. If you had 6 Dahlins on the team you could make that argument.