3putt Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 Shout out to Zemgus. Maybe 30 goals this year? Very good 2-way, physical, little bit of tenure, and seems like teammates enjoy him. I get the feeling Gus isn't part of the bigger picture. It almost seems like he is being punished in the preseason judging by his practice linemates. I hope that I am wrong but I can't shake the feeling. Quote
Weave Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 I get the feeling Gus isn't part of the bigger picture. It almost seems like he is being punished in the preseason judging by his practice linemates. I hope that I am wrong but I can't shake the feeling. I'm rather curious about Zemgus' linemates so far this preseason too. Maybe its not punishment. You can't discount the possiblity that we've upgraded talent to the point that Gus is simply a 3rd liner now. He has been practicing on lines with with AHL'ers recently. I can't account for that. Quote
Cereal Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 I, too, have had thoughts that Zemgus is not in the long-term plans. Although, perhaps during the preseason they just knew more about Gus so they didn't need to get him minutes with the other big guns? In other words, they needed a greater look at the other top-6 candidates? Quote
3putt Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 I'm rather curious about Zemgus' linemates so far this preseason too. Maybe its not punishment. You can't discount the possiblity that we've upgraded talent to the point that Gus is simply a 3rd liner now. He has been practicing on lines with with AHL'ers recently. I can't account for that. The AHLers has me perplexed. He has improved significantly every year and I expect that to continue but buried with the players he has been is a bit strange. Quote
LGR4GM Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 hasn't he only been with the AHL guys for like 2 days? Quote
Weave Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 hasn't he only been with the AHL guys for like 2 days? My puzzlement is because DB indicated that the last two games are going to be with the expected starting lineup. If he's practicing with likely AHL'ers in the lead up to those two games........ what might that signify? Quote
Stoner Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 Moulson, Eichel, Girgensons a no go? Quote
3putt Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 DB said today that Friday would be essentially the opening night look so maybe we have to wait and see. But I agree with We've, it seems like a lost opportunity for Gus to build chemistry with new line mates especially if he might be switching positions. Quote
Weave Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 DB said today that Friday would be essentially the opening night look so maybe we have to wait and see. But I agree with We've, it seems like a lost opportunity for Gus to build chemistry with new line mates especially if he might be switching positions. My theory..... the top 6 is set and Gus isn't in it. The preseason was used by DB to find out which potential bottom 6ers stay up with the big club. Gus isn't a question there so he's on the side while the other candidates get their chances. Quote
Stoner Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 If Gus is your third line center, that's awesome. This lineup looks like it could madden opponents — it would be like playing whack a mole. Who do you try and stop? Shades of 05-07? Does the suspicion about Gus' future have anything to do with his biggest cheerleader being gone? I can't believe Girgensons is on the outs or something. I am honestly stunned to hear several posters voice this. Quote
LGR4GM Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 I highly doubt Zemgus is on the outs. He is like mini ROR with a better shot. Let's just be patient, things are very fluid especially at the beginning of seasons. Quote
Weave Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 If Gus is your third line center, that's awesome. This lineup looks like it could madden opponents — it would be like playing whack a mole. Who do you try and stop? Shades of 05-07? Does the suspicion about Gus' future have anything to do with his biggest cheerleader being gone? I can't believe Girgensons is on the outs or something. I am honestly stunned to hear several posters voice this. Larsson and Girgensens don't seem to be getting the prime linemates in practice. It's not that i think he's on the outs. But you can get a feel for what DB is thinking with the rest of the roster based on who they have been practicing with. Can't get that feel with Larsson and Girgs. Quote
X. Benedict Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 (edited) I get the primary assist on that one. Also would have accepted "barbecue of infants." Or do we give you the secondary assist on the above goal. tasty. (Yep. Nice work, PA....2 pt. night) Edited October 1, 2015 by X. Benedict Quote
inkman Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 I do know that a group of teenage girls is properly referred to as a "literally" of "can't evens." I'll go with a snack (this is assuming they are all of consenting age) Quote
Randall Flagg Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 PA, who is Zemgus' biggest cheerleader? I can't shake the feeling that he might not be locked up the way the fans generally assume either, but it's just a feeling, and not based on anything tangible. It would break my heart if true. Quote
inkman Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 PA, who is Zemgus' biggest cheerleader? Teds Nolan Quote
nfreeman Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 I think Weave's theory sounds right -- Zemgus is on the 3rd line. Which would, I think, slot Gionta as the #2 RW -- which I have thought for a while was likely. Here's a related item: if Zemgus is on the 3rd line, is he the #3 C? And would that slot Reinhart...in Rochester? Hello Liger. Quote
WildCard Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 I think Weave's theory sounds right -- Zemgus is on the 3rd line. Which would, I think, slot Gionta as the #2 RW -- which I have thought for a while was likely. Here's a related item: if Zemgus is on the 3rd line, is he the #3 C? And would that slot Reinhart...in Rochester? Hello Liger. I hope not. I still want a 3rd line of McGinn - Reinhart - Gionta. I think once they get some chemistry and Reinhart stops being so tentative, that line could do some real damage against 3rd pairing d-men and opposing lower lines. Quote
TrueBlueGED Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 Won't lie, I'm not a fan of Gionta on the second line. I just don't think he's good enough at this point, and I don't think he's a particularly good fit there as a complement to Moulson and Eichel. Quote
Thorner Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 (edited) Won't lie, I'm not a fan of Gionta on the second line. I just don't think he's good enough at this point, and I don't think he's a particularly good fit there as a complement to Moulson and Eichel. Agreed. I really liked the look of Moulson - Eichel - Girgensons. I bet it ends up that way. If Girgensons does play on the third line, he could flank Reinhart on the right side, or Reinhart could start on the RW with Z at center. Edited October 1, 2015 by Thorny Quote
dudacek Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 I have a feeling Gionta will be better than most think this year. Quote
JJFIVEOH Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 I have a feeling Gionta will be better than most think this year. Me too. I think everybody deserves a fresh look. Especially those whose primary role is scoring. It's really hard to hold the last two seasons against anybody. Quote
X. Benedict Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 I think Weave's theory sounds right -- Zemgus is on the 3rd line. Which would, I think, slot Gionta as the #2 RW -- which I have thought for a while was likely. Here's a related item: if Zemgus is on the 3rd line, is he the #3 C? And would that slot Reinhart...in Rochester? Hello Liger. Zemgus on the third line is going to give teams a match-up problem. He's the perfect third liner. Training camp has been flipping Samson and Zemgus from wing to center. They are getting looks at both positions. I think they are both on the team. Quote
Taro T Posted October 1, 2015 Report Posted October 1, 2015 Zemgus on the third line is going to give teams a match-up problem. He's the perfect third liner. Training camp has been flipping Samson and Zemgus from wing to center. They are getting looks at both positions. I think they are both on the team. When's the last time the Sabres had 10 guys that fit in on the top 9? Nice to finally have a "1st world problem." Quote
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