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13 tries to get Sabres #1. 6 out 13 we got a top 3 pick.

Agree, we have lots of right handed wingers in the prospect pool. From what I've seen of Tippett, he is similar to Baptiste but not as fast. We need D with the big club and in the pool so leaning that way is the right move. Trading up or down to get GMTM's guy could net us extra assets as well.

From what I've seen Draisaitl is not faster than Sam. A full year with McDavid pads your stats more than 2/3 of a year with Jack. Let's give this comparison more time. They are different players and I think Sam develops into a good 200 foot player that makes people around him better.

I would gamble on Makar for D-men. Jost played at that level last year and seems to have evolved fine in the NCAA this year. There is always the chance GMTM takes BPA, even though we need a D. Same scenario as last year.

Winning the lottery would mean getting a right handed centre, exactly what we need. Trade time.

Yeah, this hurts. Had we improved on last year's points and contended for a spot down to this weekend I would feel better, but... Let's get this over with. 4 page GDT yesterday says a lot.

I'll take Evander.

I like Larry more but would not mind either. Gus may have more upside but Larry seems to embrace the role. Larry may feel different if it was 4C if Sam moves to 3C. As stated earlier, Asplund, Pu, Estephan and Malone could be pressing for a job in a few years. One aspect of Pu's game that could really help is faceoffs. I believe he is near the top in the OHL. Hope this skill transfers to his pro game.

I think Smith played two games. His ice time was given to Nylander in the second game because I only recall a few shifts. They're probably going to do something similar with Malone tonight, only so much ice to entice a few of these guys to sign now. Too bad this carrot won't work for Cal P.

I think they need to try Sam at centre to see what he can do at this level. Put Jim in at 3C and still use him on the # 1 PP unit because he is a top six forward. Three lines that provide offense is tough to defend, worked for the Pens last year.

I like Ennis but he hasn't been effective. In his defense, he hasn't had many top six minutes, but the PP opportunities have not yielded anything to remember. I would keep him over Moulson because of his speed, hustle and nifty stick handling but like Matty he cannot win a puck battle. The business side of our team would be helped by losing Moulson or Ennis. This can free up some dollars to make trade for a top 4 D. GMTM may package a couple of these guys to LV for an upgrade on D if he can't pry a similar swap with the original team.

Show some pride Sabres!

Let's just win a few, be spoilers, and finish the year with some positivity. Give us 60 minutes of effort boys!

Plus the Caps keep Shattenkirk away from other Eastern teams.

Bob McKenzie just discussed it on TSN. No paperwork yet but sounds like a first, a second and a roster player.

Keep in mind the power part of his game. Mess with Sam or Jack and you get to dance with Evander. He doesn't need to drop the gloves often because he is a respected fighter. That element of his game is worth something. I'm in the camp of don't trade him unless the deal knocks your socks off. If he doesn't want to be part of the core or his financial expectations are extreme then move him after this season.

There was a period of Alamo mode near the end, with Gorges driving Sens puck possession. They then got aggressive again and killed some time in Sens end. Solid game by Lenny.

Moulson with Sam and Jack. His best move is to bang in a rebound, he hasn't won a puck battle all year.

Huge power play. Jack, time to redeem yourself.

Agreed.

Having to watch Canuck feed, not giving Buffalo much credit.

Beauty pass Risto!

He forgot you're allowed to ice it when shorthanded.