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

[mphs mike]

2 hours ago, bob_sauve28 said:

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

Stunning statement for a Sabres fan prior to an apocalypse removing the Bruins from the face of the earth

[mphs mike]

45 minutes ago, Night Train said:

sigh...Benson, born 2005.

I graduated from college in 1983. 

" and then, depression set in "  

A great year to graduate from college

[bob_sauve28]

3 minutes ago, mphs mike said:

Stunning statement for a Sabres fan prior to an apocalypse removing the Bruins from the face of the earth

 

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[mphs mike]

Just now, bob_sauve28 said:

 

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They give me bad vibes too. I was in the oranges when they eliminated the Sabres in ‘79 and Kasparitius is a bad dream BUT they’re no B’s in my opinion

[bob_sauve28]

4 minutes ago, mphs mike said:

They give me bad vibes too. I was in the oranges when they eliminated the Sabres in ‘79 and Kasparitius is a bad dream BUT they’re no B’s in my opinion

It just seems like we lost every game to them between 2006 and 2020 

[PromoTheRobot]

2 hours ago, SabresBaltimore said:

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

Sorry. I tend to scan more than read.

[Taro T]

1 hour ago, Brawndo said:

 

Opening night roster it appears 

Minus KO

That puking emoji wasn't directed at you @Brawndo.

 

Htf did UPL win the backup role?  (Yeah, yeah, we know they like him for some inexplicable reason, but WHY????)  Not saying Comrie's great, he isn't.  But he's adequate.  Something UPL far too often isn't.

[dudacek]

1 hour ago, Sabres Fan in NS said:

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.

He just turned 24 in June.

Its like Dahlin, being only 23, they’ve both been around so long you forget how young they were when they started.

[Scottysabres]

An MSG game? Nice.

It's a beer day, so it's a win/win!

Go Sabres!!!

[Flashsabre]

33 minutes ago, Taro T said:

That puking emoji wasn't directed at you @Brawndo.

 

Htf did UPL win the backup role?  (Yeah, yeah, we know they like him for some inexplicable reason, but WHY????)  Not saying Comrie's great, he isn't.  But he's adequate.  Something UPL far too often isn't.

I’m not reading too much into UPL being backup tonight. I think they are going with all 3 saying times have changed and you need 3 goalies now.

Problem is I have more confidence in Toker and the little I have seen of Cooley than I do UPL.  

Maybe Adams surprises me and ship UPL to TB for a pick but I’m not holding my breath.

[Weave]

41 minutes ago, Taro T said:

That puking emoji wasn't directed at you @Brawndo.

 

Htf did UPL win the backup role?  (Yeah, yeah, we know they like him for some inexplicable reason, but WHY????)  Not saying Comrie's great, he isn't.  But he's adequate.  Something UPL far too often isn't.

I’ve been preaching it since the UFA period slowed down.  3 headed monster.

Close your eyes.  Say it slowly.  Learn to accept it.

[Brawndo]

 

[Pimlach]

2 hours ago, SabresBaltimore said:

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

If we are serious about getting a good start then we should play Levi, as many of the top 6 defenseman, and as many of the top 12 forwards as possible.  This is a warmup for opening night.  They need to get the team ready for real hockey.   

Comrie has slightly outplayed UPL for the #2 spot - but DG and Adams see all the data and every practice, and they look at contracts and potential.  With UPL as the backup tonight they just might like UPL better?  

The bubble players are UPL, Comrie, Bryson, Stillman, Clague, VO, and Jost.  Some of these guys will be waived.  I suspect GD and Adams already know who they are.  

Edited October 6, 2023 by Pimlach

[inkman]

4 hours ago, bob_sauve28 said:

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

They don’t elicit a single emotion from me. 

[Mustache of God]

34 minutes ago, Brawndo said:

 

 

Does the inclusion of Benson all but confirm he's a lock to make the team?

[Brawndo]

1 hour ago, Taro T said:

That puking emoji wasn't directed at you @Brawndo.

 

Htf did UPL win the backup role?  (Yeah, yeah, we know they like him for some inexplicable reason, but WHY????)  Not saying Comrie's great, he isn't.  But he's adequate.  Something UPL far too often isn't.

You’re good, I have had plenty of posts that deserve the puking emoji 

[LGR4GM]

Penguins lines from yesterday at practice

 

Edited October 6, 2023 by LGR4GM

[PerreaultForever]

5 hours ago, Brawndo said:

 

Opening night roster it appears 

Minus KO

Excellent. First preseason game I get to see (on Sportsnet tonight for Canada) so I was hoping they'd go the dress rehearsal route. Can finally get a real look at what we have. 

[PerreaultForever]

2 hours ago, Mustache of God said:

 

Does the inclusion of Benson all but confirm he's a lock to make the team?

I think it means if he looks like he belongs tonight he gets the 9 game look and then they decide. 

[HOUSE]

I know I am being unrealistic but it would sure be fun to watch a preseason game with more than a 50% effort tonight.

Maybe one good check would be exciting 

 

[triumph_communes]

85% would be a good effort target ;D

[HOUSE]

9 minutes ago, triumph_communes said:

85% would be a good effort target ;D

NHL preseason reminds me of the NFL Pro bowl

[#freejame]

11 minutes ago, triumph_communes said:

85% would be a good effort target ;D

No NHL regular season game is played at 85% effort by both teams until at least the new year. 

[Scottysabres]

2 minutes ago, #freejame said:

No NHL regular season game is played at 85% effort by both teams until at least the new year. 

It's October, that's technically after January 1st....

 

[HOUSE]

12 minutes ago, Scottysabres said:

It's October, that's technically after January 1st....