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And once it does, he'll deal it for Bob Corkum.

I'm going to go out on a limb here and say it isn't talent either (although I agree we aren't bathed in an overabundance of it). It is just that most of these guys aren't using their talents, which is a subtle difference. I certainly get the impression these guys are overthinking everything, and are too robotic. It can be perceived as a lack of effort or lack of talent, but it really is a lack of instinct. I have no delusions of grandeur, but someone who is not an X's and O's guy leading the charge might just be the perfect tonic. It might not lead to many more wins, but a more entertaining product. I am really keen to see how Myers starts to play.

That picture is pretty intimidating.

Nolan is only reason why Buffalo didn't fall into the abyss in '95-'96. Hasek missed significant time that year if you recall. We weren't world beaters, and ended up missing the playoffs, but boy, that team was fun to watch. And we had Rob Conn, Brent Hughes, and Dane Jackson on that team....not a who's who of Sabre lore exactly. Randy Burridge was our big time sniper.

I prefer "Jody"

Simply put, the answer is no if you like living in a free society as "good" is relative. Is it right for one group of people to support another group based on income or any other measur? As a group or majority, why don't I just vote myself more goodies at the expense of others? How do you truly know what other "harm" you are doing if you are simply focused on inexpensive health care (or anything else) for one group of people?

It also has many things I don't want, and there in lies the problem. My healthcare premiums have skyrocketed at work due to adherence to the "affordable" care act for no other reason that "others" want these things.

I thought about this same thing to, and it actually makes sense, but you have to look at it from a historical-political perspective rather than basic logic (as on its own merits, what you say is a 100% true). The reason why they are fighting so aggressively to halt the roll out of ACA is largely due to ecomonic inequality of the bill and its associated ramifications. If the bill is rolled out and is found to work out for 51% of people who have to pay for this in a minor way while increasing costs to everyone else, then guess what, you will never repeal it. There is obviously way more to this discussion than that (very simplified), but that is basically it in a nutshell. It is human nature to want something on the cheap regardless of the unseen consequence to others. It is the inherent problem to any 3rd party system.

What are your expectations based on his contract?

That is not how the stand your ground law works. More importantly, the stand your ground law was not used in the defense of George Zimmerman as it wasn't applicable, it was just traditional "self defense" case.

I read too quickly and was watching the news about how the DOJ is investigating bringing a civil rights case against him and I was responding to that "civil" aspect, not the the run of mill civil suit Martin's parents will most likely file, which you are referring to. And that isn't a "defensive" response by any stretch, but an important point that is widely ignored. Granted, I understand that it is moot relative to a civil trial, but should stand front and center for any civil rights violation. Racism cuts both ways, and the only evidence to suggest racism was involved is Martin's comment about Zimmerman. Everything else is speculation.

The only evidence that was presented in the trial (at least that was in the media) that proved "profiling" was the phone quote provided by the prosecution that showed Martin profiling Zimmerman. Not sure what they would bring to a civil trial given that. There is no evidence that his state of mind was racially motivated that I have heard of. You don't have to take his word for it....it was evidence submitted by prosecution via the lady who testified that is what Martin said.

He gave up his rights of self defense the minute he initiated physical contact. Zimmerman didn't "create" anything. Have you ever lived in a neighborhood with many recent break-ins? It puts you on edge. The unfortunate and tragic thing about this is Martin actually profiled Zimmerman in this case (called him "Crazy Cracker"), which probably ratcheted up Martin's state of mind and made him more confrontational that he needed to be.

I don't think absurd is the right word, but "highly unlikely" fits the bill. It is highly unlikely for a couple reasons. First, he is coming off a MVP season. Not sure how many teams would be jumping out of their skin to deal a MVP. Second, I have heard (I know...hearsay) that Leonsis has a man crush on Ovechkin. Not sure if building around a single superstar is the correct forumla to win a cup these days anyway. It appears you are better off having stars, and lots of depth. He might not play his entire career with Washington, but certainly his prime years will be played there. He might fall into the Daniel Alfredsson category, where he is dealt in the twilight of his career. I would love Ovechkin on this team, but not at the price the Caps are likely to ask. If he demonstrated he could win Cups singlehandedly, it would be different. Until then, I build through the draft.

Simmer down buddy. I am just underscoring how bad of a pick that would be (i.e I am exaggerating).

Why the hell couldn't we acquire Nino? I like Clutterbuck, but my god, the Isles got raped with that one.

The trend suggests Nichushkin.

Would be the worst pick in the history of the draft. Like picking a kicker in the 1st round.

Who the hell does Edmonton pick now?????

Yep, most guaranteed pick in the entire draft!

All I have to say is....we better not draft Fucale in the 1st round. Something just tells me that is going to happen though.

I think the trend is set....all forwards go, and leave Nurse to Buffalo.

I guess it depends how the draft goes, and how our roster shakes out if there are trades. Briere was always a defensive liability and has considerable wear on his tires...wouldn't be my first option, but certainly worth consideration.

Should have read your post, before posting myself, as it embodies my sentiment exactly. I guess I have become a crusty ole curmudgeon or an elitist to some extent, but it certainly felt like it was "better back in the day" even during some of the lean times.

All true, but it is a different breed of fan. I am generalizing of course, but for the games I have attended over the past few years, the fans almost seem entitled...and dare I say, "bandwagon-ish". As if their fanaticism was bequeathed to them. If you want to see suffering, go to an Islander game. But even there building gets louder than ours.