HopefulFuture Posted May 25, 2014 Report Share Posted May 25, 2014 Thanks :blush: I'm ashamed to admit it was a 15 minute MSPaint hack job. The words combined with the visual delivery of the core make it all happen ;) If Stafford does this we can sell him at the deadline ( again a captains trade) @Leino: Do you really think he will be here next year? I can't see them moving Ville or buying him out. That cap hit is needed I would think. Also, who is going to step in as tank commander? You have left out one very important factor here, a certain winger will be entering a contract year. I fulling expect the 16 goals he scored last season to jump up into the 30's this year. Not to mention the Leino Factor. Is there much doubt that Leino will have a huge bounce back year scoring 20-25 goals? Not enough to push this team into the playoffs, just enough to ruin everyone's hopes and dreams. Can't see Stafford doing much of anything with what little talent he has around him. Remember, in his 30 goal season, he scored what, 4 hat tricks, and with Vanek and Pommers still here during that time, he wasn't getting top end coverage on him. That's changed. Ville, as I stated, isn't changing anything in my opinion. He needs a game changer to play decent (Briere when he was with the Flyers). Ville isn't one to make things happen himself, he is a product of those around him, I don't see the Sabres bringing a player in to change that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunomatic Posted May 25, 2014 Report Share Posted May 25, 2014 Other than the Sabres, what team(s) will honestly go for a flat out tank? Calgary, in my opinion, is the only other team that may do it. The Flames have 5 picks in the first three rounds. They also have a new, young GM wanting to build "his" team. I understand next year's draft is believed to be the best in years, but I just do not see any other teams going for a complete tank. Well according to the GM we're not tanking either. Maybe just trying not to improve. Yet. Kinda sorta. Nudge nudge wink wink. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudacek Posted May 25, 2014 Report Share Posted May 25, 2014 (edited) Other than the Sabres, what team(s) will honestly go for a flat out tank? Calgary, in my opinion, is the only other team that may do it. The Flames have 5 picks in the first three rounds. They also have a new, young GM wanting to build "his" team. I understand next year's draft is believed to be the best in years, but I just do not see any other teams going for a complete tank. I am suspicious of the Hurricanes. I have a bad feeling that is where McDavid will land. A team like that, or Vancouver or New Jersey that starts poorly could decide mid-season to ride the tank. Burke will bluster that he would never do it, but Buffalo and Calgary seem the likeliest teams in tank mode. Florida's young talent could take a leap and Edmonton has been down too long, although bad starts in either market could result in a housecleaning that could lead to a tank-motivated sell-off. We all know the Islanders story. Edited May 25, 2014 by dudacek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted May 25, 2014 Report Share Posted May 25, 2014 Teams I see at or near the bottom next year: Buffalo, Calgary, Carolina, Vancouver if they sell off some pieces, Nashville, Winnipeg and Phoenix. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudacek Posted May 25, 2014 Report Share Posted May 25, 2014 Teams I see at or near the bottom next year: Buffalo, Calgary, Carolina, Vancouver if they sell off some pieces, Nashville, Winnipeg and Phoenix. Proof will come later, but Benning said his new team is better than it showed and it was his goal to make the playoffs this year. I'm interested to see what he does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted May 25, 2014 Report Share Posted May 25, 2014 Proof will come later, but Benning said his new team is better than it showed and it was his goal to make the playoffs this year. I'm interested to see what he does. If they do sell off some pieces I would expect them to be looking for NHL talent in return, but just in case it's for prospects/picks I listed them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted May 27, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2014 Looking ahead to 2015 Dylan Strome looks like a viable option with one of those later 1st rounders. Now the catch with him will be he plays with McDavid. That could skew his stats a fair amount. Of course if we draft McDavid then why not go out and get his linemate? 2015 sure will be a fascinating draft. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huckleberry Posted May 27, 2014 Report Share Posted May 27, 2014 Looking ahead to 2015 Dylan Strome looks like a viable option with one of those later 1st rounders. Now the catch with him will be he plays with McDavid. That could skew his stats a fair amount. Of course if we draft McDavid then why not go out and get his linemate? 2015 sure will be a fascinating draft. Same reason you go after Bennet, because they played together :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted May 28, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2014 The Islanders just signed Ville Pokka to a 3yr deal. Not sure if he will come to NA right away or not but he will help strengthen their blueline if he does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derrico Posted May 29, 2014 Report Share Posted May 29, 2014 (edited) Who the ###### is ville pokka?? We've all seen how armia has transitioned to na hockey. Edited May 29, 2014 by Derrico Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted May 29, 2014 Report Share Posted May 29, 2014 I wouldn't worry about Pokka having a big impact early on... He'll need to adjust and isn't a huge prospect anyways. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huckleberry Posted May 31, 2014 Report Share Posted May 31, 2014 Will it matter much if Seatle gets an expansion team next year ? I read here somewhere that it won't happen because they won't build an arena without an NBA team. But the clippers just been bought from someone from Seatle with deep pockets, this might happen sooner rather than later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted May 31, 2014 Report Share Posted May 31, 2014 Will it matter much if Seatle gets an expansion team next year ? I read here somewhere that it won't happen because they won't build an arena without an NBA team. But the clippers just been bought from someone from Seatle with deep pockets, this might happen sooner rather than later. Yea, Seattle will take longer than even I thought. I thought they could get it done because I thought the desire was mutual, but it seems like the NHL wants Seattle more than Seattle wants the NHL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted May 31, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 31, 2014 (edited) Will it matter much if Seatle gets an expansion team next year ? I read here somewhere that it won't happen because they won't build an arena without an NBA team. But the clippers just been bought from someone from Seatle with deep pockets, this might happen sooner rather than later. Gary Bettmen has publicly stated on multiple occasion that expansion is not happening in the next year. Even if the Clippers move to Seattle it would take several years to build an arena and the NHL board of governors would have to vote on expansion and set it up. They won't expand from 30-31 teams. This isn't happening soon, just like Patrick Kane isn't coming to Buffalo soon. Edited May 31, 2014 by LGR4GM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted June 5, 2014 Report Share Posted June 5, 2014 2015 Mock: http://www.draftsite.com/nhl/mock-draft/2015/ :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thewookie1 Posted June 5, 2014 Report Share Posted June 5, 2014 2015 Mock: http://www.draftsite.com/nhl/mock-draft/2015/ :thumbsup: Not only do I love the McDavid pick :) but I love how in this scenario we're back at the podium by #5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted June 5, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 5, 2014 after listening to Devine the other day, the Sabres really like Eichel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claude_Verret Posted June 5, 2014 Report Share Posted June 5, 2014 Not only do I love the McDavid pick :) but I love how in this scenario we're back at the podium by #5 I'm liking 5 picks in the top 35. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huckleberry Posted June 5, 2014 Report Share Posted June 5, 2014 Gary Bettmen has publicly stated on multiple occasion that expansion is not happening in the next year. Even if the Clippers move to Seattle it would take several years to build an arena and the NHL board of governors would have to vote on expansion and set it up. They won't expand from 30-31 teams. This isn't happening soon, just like Patrick Kane isn't coming to Buffalo soon. Yeah don't give kane to buffalo much chance myself, certainly not after reading he likes it in chicago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
X. Benedict Posted June 5, 2014 Report Share Posted June 5, 2014 Yeah don't give kane to buffalo much chance myself, certainly not after reading he likes it in chicago. Chicago is an awesome city. I've seen firsthand how some of the players lived there. It's pretty good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That Aud Smell Posted June 5, 2014 Report Share Posted June 5, 2014 Gary Bettmen has publicly stated on multiple occasion that expansion is not happening in the next year. Even if the Clippers move to Seattle it would take several years to build an arena and the NHL board of governors would have to vote on expansion and set it up. They won't expand from 30-31 teams. I think this is right - thank God. just like Patrick Kane isn't coming to Buffalo soon. I also think this is right, and that's okay. He's going to get another big contract that will take him past his prime. Ideally, he might be a guy we could bring on a la the Canadiens getting Briere for a last run to glory. Kane would be NHL-old by then, but he could come here and play situationally. I actually sort of like the chances of that happening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted June 5, 2014 Report Share Posted June 5, 2014 after listening to Devine the other day, the Sabres really like Eichel. I'm sure everybody does. But nobody is picking him over McDavid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted June 5, 2014 Report Share Posted June 5, 2014 @FAN590 NY #Islanders have traded a 5th round draft pick for the rights to Dan Boyle. The pick becomes a 4th rounder if Boyle signs on Long Island. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted June 5, 2014 Report Share Posted June 5, 2014 @FAN590 NY #Islanders have traded a 5th round draft pick for the rights to Dan Boyle. The pick becomes a 4th rounder if Boyle signs on Long Island. http://forums.sabrespace.com/topic/21963-around-the-nhl-2013-2014/page__st__4480#entry587062 :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted June 5, 2014 Report Share Posted June 5, 2014 http://forums.sabres...480#entry587062 :P More relevant here....I'll get you for this. ...Stand by. :lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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