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Peterka has moved beyond prospect status. He is a player other teams give us multiple pieces for. NO. I really like Quinn because he can get to the level I am talking about, but he has regressed. Jiricek and Quinn are of similar value at the moment imo. If Jiricek pans out, top 4 RHD is set for a long time. Kulich can be Quinn’s replacement in the top 9. His added value is he can play C. NO. Columbus is disappointed in Jiricek’s development, if they are looking to move him. He is probably frustrated at being held back and would like a fresh start. I hope he’s not a prima donna that would balk at a stint in Rochester if acquired. Jokiharju for immediate help and RyJo for a tweener who can become a 4-5 D. Both former 1st rounders.

If Power won’t hit humans then he needs to focus on hitting rubber discs harder. Working on his muffin is a huge area of growth and would increase his offensive ability. Byram finding his groove makes this unit a “big three” that other teams will fear. The 70’s Habs big three has been mentioned before and they were a force. At least one of them was on the ice for almost the entire game. The Sabres need to find their “Engblom” as a #4 who complements the trio. That big three also spawned 2 time Norris winner Rod Langway.

Matthews coming back will slow them down.

14 years as a Ranger, part of their leadership group. Trouba hasn’t been there as long, but he is their captain. Their salaries are above their production and value, so Drury wants someone else. A change in leadership because these guys haven’t got it done on some good teams. In my mind Drury is not dealing from a position of power because this is out and most teams are up against the cap. Buffalo is in a position of power, but has not utilized their “mountain” of cap space forever.

Sabres need to break that string.

Why is Kreider available? My take is he is nearly done. However, he can provide immediate help and much needed experience. I’ll take him and deal with the remaining 2x $6.5 later. The Rangers need to be told he is a cap dump and you are helping them get younger and cheaper reinforcements, pure and simple. They are not throwing in the towel and going full rebuild. They will keep maxing out their cap and will be going after talent in another deal if his return is picks and prospects. He is not worth his 39 goal 75 point self of 23/24. He is heading for around 40 points on a good team and playing PP1. He is 33 and a cap dump. Jokiharju and Rosen is my max. The offer can be leveled up with a swap of picks, 2nd for a 3rd or some such thing if one team’s feelings are getting hurt.

Sounds like he stood up to the rowdy crew to help and got pounded by the group. Drunk pack mentality.

Reimer is used to being the backup so he would be mentally strong in this role. His journeyman career would have exposed him to a lot of coaches and I am sure some nuggets of knowledge could be passed along. Another veteran presence in the room is always welcome, until he becomes a liability on the ice, see EJ, KO.

It is just fun to be in this position as the calendar flips pages. That legwork KA is supposed to be doing needs to bring in support by the deadline. If they are in this position in the New Year, TP needs to believe and loosen the purse strings. Once again there is tons of cap space to make something(s) happen.

A lot of what you say would fall under the category of being mentally tough and resilient. That skill can be learned and I believe coaching is a big part of it. Once these skills are trusted, they can be used as building blocks for more success.

Don’t mess with the goat head

Surgery repaired their motivator cuff

I’d say the back to back plus a bit of travel would have more to do with it if they lose. Also Reimer will have an impact on the outcome. Lindy knows these traps.

Kulich won a bunch too.

Benson dropping the mitts was a boost.

3 assists for Power.

Kulich getting lots of ice time

Quinn and Cozens miss the net.

Dig deep, it’s only 5 minutes

Yeah, he actually rubbed someone out too.

Lindy blending the lines

Little bit of Drury in him.

My eye test is that 50% of his shot attempts miss the net. The Buble has burst.

I would give him more $$ or add one more year if he wanted.

I know he’s hurt but I have not liked his game lately, missing the net, mishandling the puck and not much power to his game. Prove me wrong Alex.