Broken Ankles

The conversation was around other GMs lowballing Adams, and the decision about taking the offer (in this they used a third round pick as the basement) against what you and Wookie are saying. They framed it as holding to protect his resume or reputation. Then came the angle that Terry would want the former, as it’s a real savings of $57,000 per day. In Ralph’s case, you are losing the money either way but in Halls’ case it’s actual savings from payroll. My own two cents, not from the podcast, if both money were not a factor to either decision and Terry was not meddling then Ralph is fired sooner and a Head Coach is named this season.

That idea that ownership would factor in was speculated by Johnson and Friedman in the podcast. So there must be some logic in this thought. Apples and Oranges between spending money to acquire an asset and cutting bait with one. As it relates to Ralph, it Adam’s were the singular decision maker, he would have been fired long before he actually was. At least I hope that would have occurred.

If Adam’s is the decision maker, this probably happens, but he is not. Hall is costing ~$57,000 per day in salary, and Terry will factor this in.

Chris Johnson said as much in the 31 Thoughts podcast today. I cannot see this happening. They floated a scenario where some GMs try and lowball Adam’s, and they ended up on taking the best offer whatever it was, even a third round pick, which I think is ridiculous. The other nugget when talking about Pittsburgh was if they needed help at 4th line center would they be interested in Eakin. Would any GM give a 7th to take this load of crap? If so, make this happen.

Cozens Jake (if he returns) or if not to another grinder Eakin - EMF Unbelievable.

I think the implication is that the the preceding two years, while one officially his rookie year was worse that the short 7 game stint in 2017/18. And comparatively, they were worse. Much, much worse. Statistically and as a general observation. While I agree his play has improved this season, I can’t agree with the bold. And you would be hard-pressed to find anyone outside of this forum to agree with that statement. I hope this trend continues but you know sometimes the spark with a new coach does not last. The Calgary Flames won Four of their first five games under Sutter and has now lost five of their last six. Let’s see how he looks after April.

If tonight’s game winning performance as an exclamation point to the overall performance since his return from injury will not convince a fan he is the answer, then nothing will. I don’t know if 5*5 is enough to keep his curiosity from testing FA. What is he wants to test the market and Boston goes hard after him? Talk about Soul Crushing.

If there are 16 players on the 2021/22 Sabres roster that are currently on this years (2021), you fail. Regardless of whom you draft.

Fogarty nets his second of year to win the game late in the third period. Just a rumor. I heard it through the grapevine.

If Terry waits just two more weeks, do you know how many more of these he can buy???

Good insight. Of course they would not consider a suspension. $5k is nothing to him.

@sweetlou

This might have legs. I laughed out loud when I read this yesterday. Not sure who is the creator but thanks.

Friedman reported last night that Carolina is close to an extension with Rod.

Plus the rules on moving up a maximum of 10 positions helps their chances for a top 2.

Why do you assume # 4? You think another team will finish below Buffalo?

How in the F is that not a penalty against Reinhardt?

Scoop there it is....

At what point does he get healthy scratched? This cannot continue. Liability.

Gretchen is to Inkman as Fetch is to "ball-slapping".

Not sure his missed break away deserves it’s own thread. But, his poor metrics, invisible man like contributions, overall suckatude and the fact he is signed through 2022 and should be a leading candidate for a June buyout, dat deserves its own thread. #ihatecodyeakin.

I see your 16, and raise you 27 (PP).

Can you parlay with the "spread"? If you give the Sabres 1.5 goals, you can get Pitt -$130. This way you avoid the over/under. I saw you won last night, but relying on the Sabres to score 2 or more is tough. And if Linus starts, he could keep it close. Linus could be an all-star and they still lose by two.