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They are an issue, but the by far bigger issue is the D except Dahlin. They are positionally terrible, not physical enough, are giveaway machines, make terrible passes to clear the zone and often fail to clear the crease. Other than that, they are fine.

I don’t think Pegula would let Adams participate in such a deal.

The off-season really hinges on whether or not Adams returns. I’m not optimistic on the roster issues being addressed properly if Adams remains in charge.

The fanbase is pretty united in their thoughts on Terry, Adams and the team. I did find it interesting that the poll responders want a top 6 forward over improvements on defense. Considering the Sabres are 12th in GF, but 5th worst in GA, I’d say the priority is the defense. I also think that stay at home D might be easier and cheaper to acquire than a top 6 forward.

I agree with the idea of finding the right partner for any of our young D, but that D must have a complimentary skill set (read play defense) to maximize Byram/Power offensive skill set while mentoring the defensive side of the game.

He’s 37. Didn’t we try that already with Eric Johnson? How about someone in their prime that actually plays defense?

I’m going to amend my earlier post and say you can still do a series of trades that result in a roster upgrade, but it takes a creative GM. For example: Adams could trade Cozens to team A for picks and prospects and then turn around and trade those assets for a top 4 RHD from Team B. To do this effectively Adams would have to have both deals committed too before pulling the trigger.

They do all that good work and Reimer lets in a softie to lose the game.

As I am watching the Sabres attempt to comeback against the Habs without Mule and Joki in the lineup, I think the deadline strategy is becoming a little clearer. The Strategy 1) Move players management does want back or who don’t want to return - Joki, Mule, and possibly Zucker and Greenway fit the bill. I think Adams will take futures for these guys. 2) The big trade - Guys like Cozens, Quinn, JJP, Tuch, Byram and Power have appeared in the rumor mill. I don’t see any of them being moved unless it’s in a “hockey” trade. Adams is going to want an NHL player or two under contract or control for any of the players mentioned. All these guys are under contract and control so there is no urgency to move any of them. If Adams doesn’t like any of the offers he can always wait until the summer when hockey trades maybe easier to make. If Mule isn't traded he’ll be bought out this summer. I’m currently no longer expecting a big trade and think only 2 of the 1st group will be traded as Adams might be willing to keep Greenway and or Zucker to see if he can get them signed.

Joki and Mule out tonight. Injured, ill or possible trades?

We don’t, but it’s why the teams are calling. You forget that Adams is incompetent and teams are trying to see if they can steal Tuch.

Here are the guys I've seen in rumors or on trade boards 1) Cozens - A, B, C, D, E, G 2) JJP - B 3) Tuch - B, F, G 4) Byram - A, B, C, D 5) Greenway - A 6) Quinn - B 7) Jokiharju - C 8.) Zucker - C, D 9) Power - D 10) Samuelsson - G Sources A. https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6157029/2025/02/25/nhl-trade-board-rantanen-schenn-jones/ B. https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/sources-sabres-phones-buzzing-with-interest-in-j-j-peterka-who-joins-trade-targets-board C. https://www.thefourthperiod.com/mar-2025/sabres-looking-to-trade-jokiharju D. https://www.thefourthperiod.com/trade-watch-list-2025-x4 E. https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/four-potential-trade-destinations-for-sabres-dylan-cozens/ F. https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/nhl/news-nhl-trade-rumors-multiple-teams-including-tampa-bay-lightning-eyeing-33-250-000-buffalo-sabres-star G. https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/real-kypers-trade-board-4-0-why-the-blues-are-open-for-business/ Other Notes: https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/32-thoughts-what-will-jets-capitals-do-at-the-nhl-trade-deadline/ - Sabres trying to extend Greenway https://www.tsn.ca/nhl/insider-trading-what-s-the-market-for-jake-evans-joel-armia-1.2260839 " Sabres are dead last in the conference, so it's no surprise that the vultures are circling right now. What's the talk out of Buffalo? Dreger: It feels like it's been the same for the last few months anyway, hasn't it? When you're looking at Dylan Cozens or Bowen Byram and add Alex Tuch's name to the list more recently. But, look, there's interest in all three of those guys. They're all key players for the Buffalo Sabres, but there is no offer that resembles anything close that Kevyn Adams would take to consider moving one of those pieces. So, that's going to have to change. There's time for it to change. There's interest. There's need around the National Hockey League. So, it is possible but the offers and the interest are going to have to elevate in a big way for Kevyn Adams to move a player - any of those players given their significance." https://athlonsports.com/nhl/buffalo-sabres/price-forward-dylan-cozens-deadline-trade-report "The Buffalo Sabres continue to field trade calls for Dylan Cozens, but any team hoping to acquire him will have to meet a high asking price. The Fourth Period's David Pagnotta discussed Buffalo’s stance during a Sirius XM NHL Network segment on Wednesday, emphasizing that general manager Kevyn Adams is not interested in moving Cozens for draft picks or prospects alone. “From Buffalo’s perspective, they don’t just want to give (Cozens) away for futures (draft picks and prospects),” Pagnotta said. “If they’re going to do something, it’s going to be a hockey-type trade, talent for talent."

But is exactly the type of player a contender wants to acquire, especially with a year left on his bargain contract.

You are assuming Adams knows how to open an email. So Kevyn what did you do this week? Nothing. What did you do last week? Nothing. What did you do the week before that? Nothing. What have you done to support your team in season? I brought up a couple of prospects. Does that count?

There is none. We are now the Miami Marlins of the NHL, except they somehow managed to win a couple of championships.

I’m sure teams are calling on nearly every decent Sabres player. Why not? Adams is an idiot and maybe they can steal a good player. However what does a team like TB have to offer? They aren’t trading a Cernak or anyone else we can use. All they have is a poor stable of prospects and more draft picks we don’t need.

He should have been out during the 13 game skid. Sadly he isn’t going anywhere. The shopping list won’t change even with a new GM unless Adams or his eventual successor makes the right decisions. The needs though are obvious. This list: 1) 2 RHD stay at home D for the top 4. 2) A top 6 playmaker, preferably a center. 3) More physical players. It’s really not a long list, but accomplishing it will be difficult. It will involve moving on from some young highly drafted players like Cozens, Byram or Power. It will involve moving picks or prospects for NHL players and it will involve buying out or retaining money from bad contracts like Samuelsson. It also may involve having a GM being able to sell vets with NTCs/NMCs on his vision for the future. No way on G-ds green Earth does Adams have the skills and the guts to do what must be done.

Come on, doesn’t Ehrhoff’s contract come off the books soon?

Does this really surprise you? The Sabres have one defenseman; one! His name is Dahlin. Not one other player on our blueline group can actually player defense. It doesn’t help that the forwards have no clue how to support the D, but outside of Dahlin, none of the so called D are positionally sound or make good decisions with the puck. Hard to win that way.

Feeling much better about a top 4 pick after tonight’s game.

Correct! You can say McLeod, Byram and signing Zucker were all “good” moves, but the team is worse. Every team we were competing with to improve in the East (Det, Ott, Mon and even Philly) are all superior teams. All have improved this season while the Sabres have taken another step back.

Colorado's GM remains very active acquiring Lindgren from the Rangers for DeHaan, picks and others https://www.tsn.ca/nhl/colorado-avalanche-get-ryan-lindgren-jimmy-vesey-in-trade-with-new-york-rangers-1.2263059

No.

Possibly the remaining fans?