GDT: Sabres vs Pens- October 6, 2023 - 7:00PM, MSG/NHLN📺WGR📻

[SabresBaltimore]

Per: https://www.nhl.com/sabres/news/how-to-watch-buffalo-sabres-preseason-games-2023

 

Friday, Oct. 6 vs. Pittsburgh – 7 p.m.

Watch: MSG (Dan Dunleavy and Rob Ray; pregame starting at 6:30 p.m.)

Listen: WGR 550 (Radio Simulcast)

 

I figured I wouldn't get to watch this one, but like the last MSG game, it looks like it will also be on NHL Network for anyone who has that/is out of market.

 

It was announced yesterday that Levi is starting (which I find a bit of a surprise after how bad UPL played, I thought it would be Comrie). Both Cozens and Eric Johnson were out practicing with the team too.

 

So far I haven't any other roster announcements. I'm hoping they put out most of their starters.

[steveoath]

Ah crap. Don't think I'll be able to see this one. Any chance its streaming anywhere else (Canada?) as I can use my VPN.

 

EDIT:

Apparently - 

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The game will be broadcast nationally with NHL Network picking up the MSG feed, which will in the NY region. It will also be available over the radio and online at 105.9 The X and on the Pens’ website and app.

Guess I am VPN-ing to Pitts tonight 🤮

Edited October 6, 2023 by steveoath

[PromoTheRobot]

3 hours ago, SabresBaltimore said:

Per: https://www.nhl.com/sabres/news/how-to-watch-buffalo-sabres-preseason-games-2023

 

Friday, Oct. 6 vs. Pittsburgh – 7 p.m.

Watch: MSG (Dan Dunleavy and Rob Ray; pregame starting at 6:30 p.m.)

Listen: WGR 550 (Radio Simulcast)

 

I figured I wouldn't get to watch this one, but like the last MSG game, it looks like it will also be on NHL Network for anyone who has that/is out of market.

 

It was announced yesterday that Levi is starting (which I find a bit of a surprise after how bad UPL played, I thought it would be Comrie). Both Cozens and Eric Johnson were out practicing with the team too.

 

So far I haven't any other roster announcements. I'm hoping they put out most of their starters.

The being on in NHLN part is bad for anyone with ESPN+. That means the game won't be available there and won't be available for on-demand replay.

[SabresBaltimore]

Yeah. I have both so it doesn't matter to me. I would have preferred ESPN+, but I'll take what I can get.

[PromoTheRobot]

Any word which goalie starts? I don't think Levi needs another go. I'd play Comrie just to get another look.

Edited October 6, 2023 by PromoTheRobot

[SabresBaltimore]

Just now, PromoTheRobot said:

Any word which goalie starts? I don't think Levi needs another go. I'd play Comrie just to get another look.

I put it in the original post. Granato announced Levi starting yesterday. 

[bob_sauve28]

I'd have to say that the Pens are my least favorite team in the league. 

[Zamboni]

7 minutes ago, bob_sauve28 said:

I'd have to say that the Pens are my least favorite team in the league. 

Woah woah woah

Boston?

Toronto?

Philly?

 

 

[bob_sauve28]

3 minutes ago, Zamboni said:

Woah woah woah

Boston?

Toronto?

Philly?

 

 

Nope, it's the Pens. Just don't like them 

[French Collection]

59 minutes ago, SabresBaltimore said:

I put it in the original post. Granato announced Levi starting yesterday. 

I’m sure DG gave Levi first dibs on this game to help him get ready for the season.

I hope that they go with Comrie as the backup for the season.

[SabresBaltimore]

5 minutes ago, French Collection said:

I hope that they go with Comrie as the backup for the season.

Same, but that's in part why I wanted Comrie to get the nod tonight. But it's good to get Levi another game too

[Brawndo]

 

Opening night roster it appears 

Minus KO

[LGR4GM]

Just now, Brawndo said:

 

Here we go. 

Only hope UPL gets the 3rd period tonight to see how he does. 

[SabresBaltimore]

Good to see both Cozens and Erik Johnson playing

[SabresBaltimore]

So line-up will probably be:

 

Skinner-TNT-Benson
Greenway-Mitts-Tuch
Peterka-Cozens-Olofsson
Girgs-Krebs/Jost-Krebs/Jost

 

Dahlin-Clifton
Power-Joker
Mule-RJohnson

Levi
UPL

I don't think some of those combinations looked great last game, and Granato made adjustments as the game went on. But I kind of expect him to try them again at least to start the game.

 

 

 

[French Collection]

Must win, when you dress this lineup.

Levi refuses to lose.

[LGR4GM]

Savoie is back

[Night Train]

sigh...Benson, born 2005.

I graduated from college in 1983. 

" and then, depression set in "  

[matter2003]

Benson is obviously making this team. Don't think he would be practicing with the 1st and 2nd PP units the last two days if the plan wasn't for him to be there opening night, wouldn't make any sense.

Edited October 6, 2023 by matter2003

[Sabres Fan in NS]

45 minutes ago, Brawndo said:

 

Opening night roster it appears 

Minus KO

And including UPL.  Comrie as backup and KO on the 4th line and we have an opening night roster with either Jost of VO sitting out.

[Sabres Fan in NS]

40 minutes ago, SabresBaltimore said:

So line-up will probably be:

 

Skinner-TNT-Benson
Greenway-Mitts-Tuch
Peterka-Cozens-Olofsson
Girgs-Krebs/Jost-Krebs/Jost

 

Dahlin-Clifton
Power-Joker
Mule-RJohnson

Levi
UPL

I don't think some of those combinations looked great last game, and Granato made adjustments as the game went on. But I kind of expect him to try them again at least to start the game.

 

 

 

I'd have Mule with Dahlin; Power and Clifton; Joker and EJ.  Other than that and UPL in the rafters in Rochester and Comrie as backup an we are set for opening night.  KO in for either VO or Jost.

19 minutes ago, Night Train said:

sigh...Benson, born 2005.

I graduated from college in 1983. 

" and then, depression set in "  

I hear you, brother.  I graduated in 1985.  Exactly 20 years before before Benson was born.  WTF !!

[Sabres Fan in NS]

MUST WIN !!

GO SABRES!!

[matter2003]

2 minutes ago, Sabres Fan in NS said:

I'd have Mule with Dahlin; Power and Clifton; Joker and EJ.  Other than that and UPL in the rafters in Rochester and Comrie as backup an we are set for opening night.  KO in for either VO or Jost.

I hear you, brother.  I graduated in 1985.  Exactly 20 years before before Benson was born.  WTF !!

I feel a little better...I graduated in 93 😂

[SabresBaltimore]

4 minutes ago, Sabres Fan in NS said:

I'd have Mule with Dahlin; Power and Clifton; Joker and EJ

I'd prefer those pairs as well, but I kind of expect that Granato will try the pairs I posted to start with.

[Sabres Fan in NS]

2 minutes ago, SabresBaltimore said:

I'd prefer those pairs as well, but I kind of expect that Granato will try the pairs I posted to start with.

I think you are right, but the biggest non starter haas to be Power with Joker.  Mule and Dahlin worked so well last year and I think EJ is perfect example and will cover up for Joker as he matures.  I like Joker and I think he will be a good player, but he needs the right partner now.  I think he is 26 now so he is nearing the point where he will be who he is.