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Should the Sabres trade up from 9 to 5 to get one of the top 2 rhd Nemac or Jiricek? I see them possibly have to give up pick #9, their 2nd rounder, a 3rd, and maybe a young player as Bryson? What do you think they may have to give up to get to 5? Is it worth it?

Sabres Analytics Dept: Associate General Manager - Jason Karmanos Assistant Director of Amateur Scouting-Jason Nightingale - https://es.coursera.org/lecture/data-analytics-in-sports-law-and-team-management/jason-nightingale-my-pathway-to-director-of-analytics-assistant-director-of-srJ6J VP of Hockey Strategy and Research- Sam Ventura Data Scientist-Domenic Galamini, Jr Data Engineer - Matt Barlowe

I’m failing to see Johnson as anything more than a 7th defenseman. What am I missing about him? If the Sabres could package him with someone else to upgrade their roster, I think they should try to do that.

Over the last 30 days both Rasmus Dahlin and Jack Eichel have put up 11 points each. Eichel 7-4-11 +7 Dahlin 3-8-11 -7

https://www.nhl.com/news/ncaa-standout-nhl-prospects/c-328796418 Devon Levi, a Buffalo Sabres prospect, has established himself as one of the top goalies in NCAA hockey this season, his second at Northeastern University. Levi (6-foot, 184 pounds) is 13-4 with one tie, a 1.33 goals-against average, .955 save percentage and six shutouts in 18 games. The 19-year-old leads NCAA goalies in save percentage, saves (504) and minutes played (1,085:44), and is tied for first in shutouts. He was named Hockey East Rookie of the Month in October and November. He didn't play a college game as a freshman last season after sustaining a rib injury helping Canada finish second at the 2021 IIHF World Junior Championship. He was named the tournament's best goalie. "He's big time," Northeastern coach Jerry Keefe said. "He really is. The kid's focus is off the charts. Not only is he really talented and athletic, his focus … holy smokes." Levi has allowed 12 goals in his past 12 games, including one goal on 72 shots to help Northeastern to back-to-back wins against Providence by a combined score of 6-1 on Friday and Saturday. "Devon right now is in a zone," Keefe said after Levi made 34 saves in a 4-1 win Saturday. He was selected by the Florida Panthers in the seventh round (No. 212) of the 2020 NHL Draft, and was traded to the Sabres on July 28, along with a first-round pick in the 2022 NHL Draft, for forward Sam Reinhart. During every timeout, Levi drops to his knees between the faceoff circles 15 feet in front of his net, bows his head and uses breathing techniques to reset. "Just clearing my mind, focusing on my breath, staying in the moment," he said. "It's real easy to get carried away with fans screaming at you, it's real easy to get into all the distracting things that don't apply to the game. So I just take a few moments to clear my head and remember what the important part of the moment is, going out and having fun and stopping pucks for my teammates." Levi's strong start has made him a strong candidate for the Mike Richter Award, which is given to the most outstanding goalie in NCAA Division I. "He's one of those kids, he really, really enjoys the game of hockey," Keefe said. "It's not work for him. He loves it. It's his passion."

StatsCentre @StatsCentre 15h In on his team's 1-0 marker against the Panthers tonight, Rasmus Dahlin has passed Gilbert Perreault for the 4th most career assists by a @BuffaloSabres player before their 22nd birthday (101). The only 3 to post more? Pierre Turgeon (195), Phil Housley (185) & Jack Eichel (112). Rasmus Dahlin’s (101) birthday is April 13th.

Vladar and Stolarz are sitting as backups but could become quality starters.

He needs a quality veteran mentor to play with.

I like Lundell. He is an excellent 2 way forward who can put up pints and play great defense. He blocks shots and wins face offs too. He can do everything well.

Domenic Galamini Jr Article https://www.thespec.com/sports/bulldogs/2015/11/04/it-s-all-about-stats-not-sticks-for-newest-hamilton-bulldog.html

They should hire someone from an Ivy League school.

The Pegulas put a lot of effort money into The Sabres. They now have the right people in charge of The Bills. Eventually they will get things right with The Sabres too.

That is more than players such as Barkov, McKinnon, Marchand etc

Goalies are too inconsistent from year to year. They need to get 2 or 3 high end pieces in return.

Fans dont have a choice. It seems to me as if they are looking to get their next franchise center in the 2022 draft.

I’m thinking Kevin Adams is planning on getting his next franchise center in the 2022 draft.

A Rossi and Boldy package deal from Minnesota still sounds like the best to me from the rumors that have been out there.

https://www.audacy.com/wgr550/sports/sabres/sabres-select-william-von-barnekow-lofberg-with-161st-overall-pick-in-2021-nhl-draft With the first pick of the sixth round, 161st overall, in the 2021 NHL Draft, the Buffalo Bills select center William von Barnekow-Lofberg from the Malmö Redhawks' Under-20 team in the Swedish junior league. von Barnekow-Lofberg spent the majority of his 2020-21 season split between Malmö's Under-20 team, as well as Tyringe SoSS in Sweden's third-tier professional league, HockeyEttan. The 18-year-old even got the chance to make his Swedish Hockey League debut this season with the Redhawks, appearing in two regular season games and two playoff games. The 6-foot-4, 190-pound center managed to put up some good production at the junior level with seven goals and 14 assists for 21 points in 18 games played. With Tyringe SoSS in HockeyEttan, von Barnekow-Lofberg continued to produce well with 22 points (9+13) in 26 games. According to Elite Prospects, von Barnekow-Lofberg is under contract with Malmö through the 2022-23 season. The highest ranking von Barnekow-Lofberg received ahead of the 2021 NHL Draft was from FC Hockey, who had him at 96th. Smaht Scouting also had the Swedish center listed at 125th in their rankings. stats https://www.flashscore.co.za/player/von-barnekow-lofberg-william/zsDbdfBB/ https://www.quanthockey.com/hockey-stats/en/profile.php?player=54814

Maybe they expect to get their next franchise center in next years draft to replace Eichel. Hopefully what they get in return for Eichel can bring in a very high end number 2 center as part of a package.

What is the new Sabres blueprint?

From mynhldraft.com Isak Rosen's Player Profile Adam Kimelman - NHL.com - July 12th: "His speed is top-end, and he never backed down from physical play against older, more experienced players in the SHL. Rosen was willing to get to the front of the net in the offensive zone to produce." Mike Morreale - NHL.com - July 12th: "The 18-year-old had one assist in 22 SHL games and scored 12 points (seven goals, five assists) in 12 games for Leksands' junior league team." Josh Bell of FC Hockey - July 8th: "Rosen is an offensive weapon with explosion in his first steps and high competitiveness. He’s not afraid to get into the dirty areas despite his smaller frame." Viktor Bergman of FC Hockey - July 8th: "A creative winger with elite puck skills, great vision and really good skating." Alexa Potack - Dobber Prospects - July 7th: "His speed-driven style of play was held back by his size and he looked out of place at times. Mainly due to his small frame, Rosén is not near “NHL-ready” and will need to continue bulking up as he develops in Sweden." Scott Wheeler - The Atheletic - June 22nd: "He’s inventive. He’s a light, fluid skater who changes directions in an instant and beats defenders off of cuts." Steve Kournianos - The Draft Analyst - May 24th: "He is one of the draft’s quickst skaters and owns a deadly one-timer, but Rosen also showed his versatlity by killing penalties with success." Sam Cosentino - Sportsnet - May 12th: "There’s a power element in many phases of his game, be it getting off the mark or driving wide on the wing." Mike G. Morreale - NHL.com - Apr. 23rd: "The 18-year-old has good acceleration, a good skating stride and the ability to change speeds, and his competitiveness makes him difficult to play against." Alexa Potack - Dobber Prospects - Mar. 8: "His aforementioned speed helps to create odd-man rushes and breakaway opportunities. His vision pairs with this, making him a dependable playmaker." Tony Ferrari - Dobber Prospects - Feb. 22nd: " He has a shot that you wouldn’t expect given his size and any strength added to his frame could improve it to a laughable degree. He plays with speed and pace, using his teammates well. "

I like Lundell

I don’t think the Sabres are up for sale. I think the Pegulas love hockey. They keep trying different things to have a successful team. It is just a matter of time before things work out in their favor.

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