Radar Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 13 minutes ago, bunomatic said: The perpetual rebuild. I could see this being true. He very well has let management know this is what he wants but it doesn't say he would ask for a trade just that talks then might heat up. Anyway if we , I hope, won't be out of it at deadline time. 1
Sabres Fan in NS Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 20 minutes ago, steveoath said: From dreger- allegedly. Fake News!!
Radar Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 Just now, Let's Go B-Lo said: Jack Eichel isn't a deadline trade. I understand. The report was that if we were out of the playoffs at that time teams could start calling.
nfreeman Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 The buzzards are circling. The only way to get them to scatter is to ice a good, competitive team that stays in contention for the entire season and gives Eichel and everyone else confidence in the organization. Until then, there will be more of this, not less. In the meantime, it's a major challenge for RK to keep everyone focused and positive, and for KA to find the right guys and convince them to come here. 4
Taro T Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 2 minutes ago, nfreeman said: The buzzards are circling. The only way to get them to scatter is to ice a good, competitive team that stays in contention for the entire season and gives Eichel and everyone else confidence in the organization. Until then, there will be more of this, not less. In the meantime, it's a major challenge for RK to keep everyone focused and positive, and for KA to find the right guys and convince them to come here. Yes, and if a "world class" leadership guru can't rise to the task then Botterill made 1 additional mistake.
LGR4GM Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 42 minutes ago, steveoath said: From dreger- allegedly. lol what garbage is this? WTF is NHLBenchside? If Dreger said this why is NO ONE else reporting it. Because he didn't and this is clickbait garbage. 25 minutes ago, Cascade Youth said: SMOKE! Lol if you believe that source you'll believe anything.
Trettioåtta Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 Eichel probably doesnt want to rebuild. Who would? Teams called about McDavid a few years ago too. This isn't news. But hopefully, it is enough to make the Pegula's open their purse strings and take advantage of a once in a lifetime opportunity to kickstart a successful team
That Aud Smell Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 28 minutes ago, LGR4GM said: lol what garbage is this? WTF is NHLBenchside? If Dreger said this why is NO ONE else reporting it. Because he didn't and this is clickbait garbage. Lol if you believe that source you'll believe anything. yeah, man - i want blue check mark corroboration that dreger said that. Welp? 1
Zamboni Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 Good! Put them on the friggin hot seat! And I won’t fault or hate Eichel at all if Buffalo doesn’t step up and take advantage of the small window they have with him, and he requests a trade.
IKnowPhysics Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 "It’s something that I want to make very clear: ... we’re not shopping Jack or talking to teams looking to do anything with Jack." - Kevyn Adams 1 1
That Aud Smell Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 ^ Which is not inconsistent with Eichel having given the organization an ultimatum.
WildCard Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 Something tells me retirement Eric Stahl isn't gonna cut it
LGR4GM Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 53 minutes ago, That Aud Smell said: yeah, man - i want blue check mark corroboration that dreger said that. Welp? See how different that reads compared to the other one.
MakeSabresGrr8Again Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 2 hours ago, Taro T said: Yes, and if a "world class" leadership guru can't rise to the task then Botterill made 1 additional mistake. Or there's a problem some where above?
Cascade Youth Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 1 hour ago, IKnowPhysics said: "It’s something that I want to make very clear: ... we’re not shopping Jack or talking to teams looking to do anything with Jack." - Kevyn Adams There you go - that’s a hell of a lot stronger than “we have no intention of trading him.”
Taro T Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 31 minutes ago, MakeSabresGrr8Again said: Or there's a problem some where above? Not sure where you're going w/ this. The comment was that it could be difficult to stay positive & focused. Keeping their people focused with a positive mindset; THAT is something leaders do - especially those that are world class. He might not have the horses he needs, but he darn sure better have the team focused and in the right mindset. Pretty sure he'll accomplish that; if he doesn't, he can hit the bricks.
That Aud Smell Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 1 hour ago, LGR4GM said: See how different that reads compared to the other one. A little (?)
Trettioåtta Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 I hope the convo went like this: Jack: I hear you want an internal cap. Are you looking to rebuild? Pegula mouth piece: No we are not looking to rebuild Jack: If the team still sucks and you didn't maximise every available resource, including money, to fix it, I am out. Pegula mouth piece: Yes fam. We will spend to the cap
7+6=13 Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 I'm not even sure what Jack could mean by not wanting to rebuild. The team sucks and it's exactly what we're about to do.
Zamboni Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 9 minutes ago, 7+6=13 said: I'm not even sure what Jack could mean by not wanting to rebuild. The team sucks and it's exactly what we're about to do. No, it’s not. Like at all. Sabres trading away or not signing a few players while at the same time acquiring a few players to play on the Sabres does not constitute a rebuild. If that was the case, every team in the league rebuilds yearly.
miles Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 (edited) 21 minutes ago, Zamboni said: No, it’s not. Like at all. Sabres trading away or not signing a few players while at the same time acquiring a few players to play on the Sabres does not constitute a rebuild. If that was the case, every team in the league rebuilds yearly. I would characterize the sabres as halfway through a rebuild starting with when they drafted jack. I think the sabres are a solid, consistent goalie and a more defensive minded defenseman away from making the playoffs. I think the defenseman needs to have good size and not afraid to hit people. Obviously they will need to replace staal as a too 6 center after he leaves/retires. The addition of staal is huge to the sabres. I think he will make a big difference Edited September 30, 2020 by miles 2
SABRES 0311 Posted September 30, 2020 Report Posted September 30, 2020 (edited) 15 minutes ago, miles said: The addition of staal is huge to the sabres. I think he will make a big difference I agree, it will be a big retirement ceremony before the first home game. Im kidding and I agree. He will be a positive role model for Jack. Edited September 30, 2020 by SABRES 0311
PerreaultForever Posted October 1, 2020 Report Posted October 1, 2020 17 hours ago, Zamboni said: Likely happened huh? Has it been confirmed that NYR actually made an offer? I understood it as NYR called and asked if Eichel is available/open to offers. Full stop. Nothing beyond that question. I read that there was an offer but don't remember where and not going to hunt for it. I have also read (although this one is possibly less absolute) that the Bruins also made an offer involving picks Carlo and DeBrusk but it was nowhere close enough and was also dependent on Krejci waiving his no trade so it could be a bunch of hooey. You have to think that IF (stress IF) the Sabres were even remotely considering moving him for a reboot this would be the time to do it. The next season could be a lost year and dodgy at best so its a good reboot moment IF you had a desire to cut costs totally and go that way. Eichel's no trade also comes in 2022 so right now they control things and he is at maximum trade value after last year. Fan anger and time to get over it would be best served now, rather than when things are back to normal . It's possible, that's all I'm saying. Not probable, possible.
MakeSabresGrr8Again Posted October 1, 2020 Report Posted October 1, 2020 4 hours ago, Taro T said: Not sure where you're going w/ this. The comment was that it could be difficult to stay positive & focused. Keeping their people focused with a positive mindset; THAT is something leaders do - especially those that are world class. He might not have the horses he needs, but he darn sure better have the team focused and in the right mindset. Pretty sure he'll accomplish that; if he doesn't, he can hit the bricks. The only real constant with the Sabres problems the last 9yrs is the owners. That's where I was going with it. One GM wasn't the mistake nor made the only mistake. Other than that... I agree with you.
Zamboni Posted October 1, 2020 Report Posted October 1, 2020 17 minutes ago, PerreaultForever said: I read that there was an offer but don't remember where and not going to hunt for it. I have also read (although this one is possibly less absolute) that the Bruins also made an offer involving picks Carlo and DeBrusk but it was nowhere close enough and was also dependent on Krejci waiving his no trade so it could be a bunch of hooey. You have to think that IF (stress IF) the Sabres were even remotely considering moving him for a reboot this would be the time to do it. The next season could be a lost year and dodgy at best so its a good reboot moment IF you had a desire to cut costs totally and go that way. Eichel's no trade also comes in 2022 so right now they control things and he is at maximum trade value after last year. Fan anger and time to get over it would be best served now, rather than when things are back to normal . It's possible, that's all I'm saying. Not probable, possible. Yea well you do you 👍🏼 Until I can see/read a confirmed rock solid report that an offer was actually made. (Not some Twitter sports geek with no rep), I choose to believe no actual offer was made for Eichel. Just teams asking teams if player X is available. No big deal. Never was.
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