Steddy13 Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 Just now, dudacek said: That would be a coup. Like a make us a contender coup. Can't believe they'd want to move on from Lindholm at that contract. Lopsided in Buffalo's favor for sure
LGR4GM Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 Just now, dudacek said: That would be a coup. Like a make us a contender coup. Can't believe they'd want to move on from Lindholm at that contract. I'd miss Reinhart but that should seriously reshape the team
fiftyone Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 1 hour ago, nfreeman said: Interesting. Hutton and Rittich both have 1 year left at $2.75MM. Rittich is probably better than Hutton, but he's clearly a notch below MAF and the AZ goalies. Gaudreau has 2 years left at $6.75MM. So maybe Reino and Hutton for Gaudreau and Rittich? I could see the Sabres doing that deal. Gaudreau is better, faster and more productive than Reino, and there are a number of reasons -- primarily a desire to retain the flexibility to sign Hall to an extension -- that the Sabres might not want to give Reino a long-term extension. I could also see Risto or Montour as the primary Sabres asset going to Calgary, but this seems less likely, as Montour is only under contract for 1 more year and isn't as good an asset as Reino is. The Sabres would need to include some sweeteners -- maybe Borgen and Mittlestadt? I know it's tough to read a goalie based purely on numbers because they're highly dependent on the team in front of them, but with that said - not much about Rittich's stat line makes me think he's the upgrade in net that we're looking for.
Gabrielor Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 Just now, Steddy13 said: sabresparaavida has actual sources? He/She called the Botterill firing 24 hours in advance, and I can confirm that's true. He/She also hasn't Eklund'd any nonsense like "Crosby to the Sabres!", it's really just been 'a deal for a center and winger', that we all figured out was Calgary, and now I guess Calgary has called again. 1
Steddy13 Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 4 minutes ago, Gabrielor said: He/She called the Botterill firing 24 hours in advance, and I can confirm that's true. He/She also hasn't Eklund'd any nonsense like "Crosby to the Sabres!", it's really just been 'a deal for a center and winger', that we all figured out was Calgary, and now I guess Calgary has called again. Thanks. Gaudreau being traded makes sense from a Calgary point of view. I'm not sure why the Sabres would do that... but that's a Sabres thing to do. Lindholm? Yeah, no chance imo Rittich is better than Hutton. Hanifin for Montour would be a nice. Them moving on from Bennett makes sense. He'll never meet his draft expectations.
Brawndo Posted October 13, 2020 Author Report Posted October 13, 2020 22 minutes ago, dudacek said: That would be a coup. Like a make us a contender coup. Can't believe they'd want to move on from Lindholm at that contract. They probably don’t, but Gaudreau makes zero sense for the Sabres with Hall and Skinner as the Top 2 LWs. Monahan maybe, but with Staal and Eakins who knows?
Shootica Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 So if we were to move Reinhart for Gaudreau, do we just throw in the towel on the RW position and play with a center, a left wing, and a lefter wing? It's revolutionary.
dudacek Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 4 minutes ago, Brawndo said: They probably don’t, but Gaudreau makes zero sense for the Sabres with Hall and Skinner as the Top 2 LWs. Monahan maybe, but with Staal and Eakins who knows? Monahan makes more sense to us than Gaudreau because he is young and has term, and Staal is effectively a rental. But Gaudreau is on a good contract and too good not find a spot for him, and certainly works as a bridge to Cozens/Mittelstadt/Thompson/Quinn.
Gabrielor Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 1 minute ago, Shootica said: So if we were to move Reinhart for Gaudreau, do we just throw in the towel on the RW position and play with a center, a left wing, and a lefter wing? It's revolutionary. I'm just going to pray I'm wrong, because from the Sabres perspective, Gaudreau in, Reinhart out, makes no sense.
Gabrielor Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 (edited) I think the bigger thing I'm happy about on this Calgary rumor is that Buffalo isn't content with the roster just because they added Hall. Edited October 13, 2020 by Gabrielor 1
Sabres Fan in NS Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 43 minutes ago, IvanPutski said: I don't want to lose Samson - I really like his net front presence on the PP. It's not the easiest place to play and he does it better than anyone else on the team. I agree completely, but ... 46 minutes ago, Brawndo said: Reinhart and Miller for Lindholm, Hanifin, Rittich ... if this is what we get back, I think I'd do it.
Taro T Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 (edited) 19 minutes ago, Brawndo said: They probably don’t, but Gaudreau makes zero sense for the Sabres with Hall and Skinner as the Top 2 LWs. Monahan maybe, but with Staal and Eakins who knows? Monahan would still be a great add at the right price. Would make the C-spine Eichel-Staal-Monahan-Eakin with Lazar & Girgensons available plus Cozens, Asplund, & Mittelstadt for the future. Monahan bumps up to 2C assuming Staal isn't back next year & Cozens (or other kid) becomes 3rd scoring C. The year after that 2C & 3C swap. And then Monahan is likely gone the next year. And, for the 1st time ever, the team could still win enough games during an Eichel injury to still be in the race. Would be their best C spine since `07 & would rival LaFontaine - Hawerchuk - Ruuttu - Hannan for best post-70's. Edited October 13, 2020 by Taro T 1
Ruff Around The Edges Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 (edited) If the Sabres are able to move Ristolainen and Reinhart and get a player back like a Sean Monahan, no offenses to both those players, but I would personally drive them both to the airport to make this deal happen. Edited October 13, 2020 by Ruff Around The Edges
WildCard Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 20 minutes ago, Brawndo said: They probably don’t, but Gaudreau makes zero sense for the Sabres with Hall and Skinner as the Top 2 LWs. Monahan maybe, but with Staal and Eakins who knows? 9 minutes ago, dudacek said: Monahan makes more sense to us than Gaudreau because he is young and has term, and Staal is effectively a rental. But Gaudreau is on a good contract and too good not find a spot for him, and certainly works as a bridge to Cozens/Mittelstadt/Thompson/Quinn. Gaudreau has 2 years left? Seems just about when Jack Quinn would be coming up... 1
Flashsabre Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 Hall Eichel Gaudreau for all the entertainment value😜 1
Trettioåtta Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 2 minutes ago, Taro T said: Monahan would still be a great add at the right price. Would make the C-spine Eichel-Staal-Monahan-Eakin with Lazar & Girgensons available plus Cozens, Asplund, & Mittelstadt for the future. Monahan bumps up to 2C assuming Staal isn't back next year & Ckzens (or other kid) becomes 3rd scoring C. The year after that 2C & 3C swap. And then Monahan is likely gone the next year. And, for the 1st time ever, the team could still win enough games during an Eichel injury to still be in the race. Would be their best C spine since `06 & would rival LaFontaine - Hawerchuk - Ruuttu - Hannan for best post-70's. And it makes our RW Okposo then Reider. Monihab as 3C makes no sense to me
Cal Naughton Jr Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 1 minute ago, Ruff Around The Edges said: If the Sabres are able to move Ristolainen and Reinhart and get a player back like a Sean Monahan, no offenses to both those players, but I would personally drive them both to the airport to make this deal happen. And I’ll carry their luggage 1
Taro T Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 Just now, Trettioåtta said: And it makes our RW Okposo then Reider. Monihab as 3C makes no sense to me No, it makes RW Olofsson - Okposo/Thompson - Okposo/Reider - Cozens. (Assumes Reinhart would be out the door. Not a given, but likely.) 1
North Buffalo Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 I will believe all or any of this when I see it... nice daydream though
Cal Naughton Jr Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 7 minutes ago, North Buffalo said: I will believe all or any of this when I see it... nice daydream though Well I didn’t believe we had a snowballs chance in hell that we would sign Taylor Hall either 🤷🏻♂️
Trettioåtta Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 7 minutes ago, Taro T said: No, it makes RW Olofsson - Okposo/Thompson - Okposo/Reider - Cozens. (Assumes Reinhart would be out the door. Not a given, but likely.) Personally, I think a team that wins the cup has Olof as a 3rd line winger and PP specialist. I also dont like pencilling in non-NHL players into key positions - let them learn in sheltered minutes. Therefore I think adding Monahan means you play two non-top 6 players in your top 6. Combine that with Risto and Montour on your RHD, means I imagine a lot of teams going for the weak right side of the Sabres
LabattBlue Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 Just a reality check...building a playoff team is more than just collecting talent. Find the right mix or you may end up on the outside looking in...again. 7
Trettioåtta Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 Looking at the Flames roster - there is no one I really want over Sam and their goalie has pretty mediocre stats. I hope Miller is the centre piece of the trade (obviously with significant add from us) 1
Cascade Youth Posted October 13, 2020 Report Posted October 13, 2020 1 hour ago, Shootica said: So if we were to move Reinhart for Gaudreau, do we just throw in the towel on the RW position and play with a center, a left wing, and a lefter wing? It's revolutionary. You’re talking “Reed College faculty lounge” revolutionary. 1
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