What would you do with Reinhart?

[LGR4GM]

Well today is the day. According to the tweeter I have read Tim Murray has made up his mind and could announce his decision today. Sounds like Ted Nolan would like Reinhart returned but what actually happens? Stay tuned!

 

http://www.buffalonews.com/sports/sabres-nhl/sabres-notebook-decision-time-for-reinhart-zadorov-in-limbo-20141030

The Sabres appeared to be leaning toward sending Reinhart to Kootenay of the Western Hockey League.

“They have made it clear that the overriding consideration will be what is in Sam’s best interests from a developmental point of view,” Reinhart’s agent, Craig Oster, said via email.

Reinhart recorded no goals and one assist during his tryout.

“I don’t think it’s a good thing to get into the guessing game at this point,” the 18-year-old Reinhart said in First Niagara Center.

[TrueBlueGED]

I want him to stay and be used properly. I think his biggest hurdle now is physically maturing and getting stronger, and the best way for that to happen is working with a pro strength program. That said, I expect he gets sent back.

[Derrico]

I agree with you TBP (as what seems like per usual) but I don't think he will be used properly here. The way Ted is using him and his rep for not giving rookies big minutes I can't help but think sending him down and saving a year of his ELC is the right move. Give him big minutes down there and keep in constant contact with him in regards to his off ice training. Plus captaining Team Canada at the WJC will be a good experience. I know practicing with an NHL club could help him, this is still one of the worst in the league and he is playing under a coach who won't play him much come gametime.

[wjag]

my guess... he gets sent down. there was zero wow factor to his game at this level.

[LastPommerFan]

I want him to stay and be used properly. I think his biggest hurdle now is physically maturing and getting stronger, and the best way for that to happen is working with a pro strength program. That said, I expect he gets sent back.

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What if they sent him back, but sent a member of the S&C staff to live next door to him?

[sicknfla]

Other than being the #2 pick he didn't do anything remotely close to warrant keeping him here. I hate to be overly critical but he hasn't done squat since being drafted. Development camp, Traverse City, and now 9 games.

 

I guarantee you that at least half their picks in 2014 would have shown just as much or more if given the same opportunity his draft position alloted him.

 

You all can blame his linemates, tell me how smart he is, etc. That is fine. He may turn out to be a good player but right now he is nowhere near NHL caliber.

[LGR4GM]

Samson's theme song.

http://youtu.be/GqH21LEmfbQ

[spndnchz]

Sam Reinhart to the Kootenay Ice

[nfreeman]

Sending him down is the right decision -- and not one a panicking DR would've made during his last couple of years here.

 

Now, we need to hope that drafting him turns out to have been the right decision.

[LGR4GM]

Buffalo Sabres

NEWS: The #Sabres have assigned forward Sam Reinhart to the @WHLKootenayICE.

 

Well I think that is the correct thing for him. I am hopeful Sam redoubles his efforts in Kootenay.

[beerme1]

See you again Sam. Get working.

[LGR4GM]

I swear to god if they recall Grigorenko to fill the spot I will lose it.

[Mustache of God]

I swear to god if they recall Grigorenko to fill the spot I will lose it.

 

I imagine Kaleta will fill that 4th line spot nicely. Coho can use a tougher line mate.

[darksabre]

I'm neither mad or happy.

[LGR4GM]

I'm neither mad or happy.

That's because this move is superfluous really.

[Iron Crotch]

I imagine Kaleta will fill that 4th line spot nicely. Coho can use a tougher line mate.

 

This. We need room for Kaleta. I actually am looking forward to seeing a 4th line of Deslauriers, McCormick, and Kaleta. None of our lines can score, but at least these guys might entertain us.

[Brawndo]

I swear to god if they recall Grigorenko to fill the spot I will lose it.

 

They won't GMTM was on WGR yesterday and said that first player called up, might not be the best prospect in the system. He likes the idea of the prospects playing together and competing for a Calder Cup. Uses example of the B Sens.

[WildCard]

He had one assist, a minus-1 rating and three shots on goal in nine games for the Sabres, and was averaging 10:21 of ice time per game, second-lowest among Sabres forwards.

:doh:

[papazoid]

it'll be the same thing next year.....see you in 2016-2017

[That Aud Smell]

A relief, really. Get that kid away from this tire fire. He needs to get bigger and stronger, besides.

 

I swear to god if they recall Grigorenko to fill the spot I will lose it.

 

I would not expect that.

[wjag]

They won't GMTM was on WGR yesterday and said that first player called up, might not be the best prospect in the system. He likes the idea of the prospects playing together and competing for a Calder Cup. Uses example of the B Sens.

 

So screw the big club? That's crazy.

[Crusader1969]

his assignment back to WHL is the right move. Realized now I am an hour behind! don't blame me im on Canadian Time :)

Edited October 31, 2014 by Crusader1969

[LGR4GM]

wait is over he is assigned back to WHL

No s#!t.

[inkman]

So screw the big club? That's crazy.

The best prospect may not be the player who can help the most. Adam, Schaller and Dalpe would fit the bill. Maybe even Ellis.

[Brawndo]

Murray discusses the decision.

 

http://bnwordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2014/10/TimMurray.mp3

 

Big points

 

Needs to add strength.

 

Happy with his skill and hockey sense.

 

Realizes that he has done everything he can in WHL, but being here playing 4th Line Minutes is worse for him.

 

Was emotional leaving the building.

Edited October 31, 2014 by BRAWNDO