Flashsabre Posted Saturday at 09:58 PM Report Share Posted Saturday at 09:58 PM Just now, PerreaultForever said: I'd debate that. I don't think it was terrible, but it was average and typical. The big D man might be good, but i'd be more excited if we'd landed Basha in the second round and if we had to drop a pick to move up ahead of Calgary to get him I would have. We will know how good it was in 3 years or 4. Fair. Basha would be good 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#freejame Posted Saturday at 10:48 PM Report Share Posted Saturday at 10:48 PM As of right now I would put money on Skinner being off the books before we make the playoffs. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Guava Posted Saturday at 10:59 PM Report Share Posted Saturday at 10:59 PM Going to miss his skits...they were hilarious Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carmel Corn Posted Saturday at 11:06 PM Report Share Posted Saturday at 11:06 PM 1 hour ago, Warriorspikes51 said: The curse of Jeffrey is over. Love the guy, but he's played the most games in league history without being in a playoff game You would think that this doesn't happen today if we aren't close to making a move or moves Necas or Ehlers, another very solid bottom 6 guy, Stamkos and Kane Those would be my main targets Other good options would be adding a veteran goalie that can win and acquiring a physical Top 4 D I'm inclined to believe that he'll finally be on a playoff team next season.....not on Buffalo of course! Another ex-Sabre who will find better team success after leaving Buffalo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pimlach Posted Saturday at 11:17 PM Report Share Posted Saturday at 11:17 PM 3 hours ago, Scottysabres said: Expect 2 huge moves in the next 72 hrs, guarenteed. So two moves by Tuesday evening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalonill Posted Saturday at 11:31 PM Report Share Posted Saturday at 11:31 PM 14 minutes ago, Pimlach said: So two moves by Tuesday evening. AHL moves is more like it 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scottysabres Posted Saturday at 11:55 PM Report Share Posted Saturday at 11:55 PM 36 minutes ago, Pimlach said: So two moves by Tuesday evening. I'm hopeful that quick Pim, but they have all off season to get it done. I can't see them not signing a ufa, and a trade. Both may happen later than 72 hrs, but if Adams is big game hunting, which he better be, the 72 hr window seems reasonable. I'm guessing, but I'm very determined the mindset is like mine in that off season war room. Cross our fingers...... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kas23 Posted Saturday at 11:58 PM Report Share Posted Saturday at 11:58 PM 3 hours ago, DarthEbriate said: And that's just it. Either enjoy the rental and set a realistic re-sign price/term, or deal him at the deadline when he's near 40 goals and get prospect/2nd to recoup some of what you traded. But everyone and their non-hockey-watching wookiee knows he's not a 3-zones top line winger and should not be paid as such. Fans don't deserve anything, good or ill. Hold up. So, if I shell out the $200+ to bring my family to see a game, I don’t deserve to see a good effort? Besides the beer, what am I paying that money for? The spectacles in the seats around me? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SABRES 0311 Posted Sunday at 12:05 AM Report Share Posted Sunday at 12:05 AM 5 minutes ago, kas23 said: Hold up. So, if I shell out the $200+ to bring my family to see a game, I don’t deserve to see a good effort? Besides the beer, what am I paying that money for? The spectacles in the seats around me? Fans 100% deserve a better product. The team represents the city and the fans. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PerreaultForever Posted Sunday at 12:20 AM Report Share Posted Sunday at 12:20 AM It will be interesting to see who, if anybody, offers Skinner a deal and for how much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabres Fan in NS Posted Sunday at 02:32 AM Report Share Posted Sunday at 02:32 AM This is not a good idea. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goldseatsaud Posted Sunday at 03:29 AM Report Share Posted Sunday at 03:29 AM (edited) He’ll be on a Stanley Cup winner just watch. I bet there is a sigh of relief. Edited Sunday at 03:29 AM by Goldseatsaud 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ducky Posted Sunday at 04:00 AM Report Share Posted Sunday at 04:00 AM Oilers 2 x 3.5m 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GASabresIUFAN Posted Sunday at 04:01 AM Report Share Posted Sunday at 04:01 AM Just think Skinner’s buyout will last just longer than Erhoff’s remaining payments. I’m going to be optimistic and say that TP wouldn’t have approved the buyout without some key acquisitions in nearly ready to be announced. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PerreaultForever Posted Sunday at 04:15 AM Report Share Posted Sunday at 04:15 AM 13 minutes ago, GASabresIUFAN said: Just think Skinner’s buyout will last just longer than Erhoff’s remaining payments. I’m going to be optimistic and say that TP wouldn’t have approved the buyout without some key acquisitions in nearly ready to be announced. Unless Ruff asked for it as a condition for returning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nfreeman Posted Sunday at 04:25 AM Report Share Posted Sunday at 04:25 AM Certainly an underwhelming day on the trade front, but IMHO the buyout is still a pretty significant development. I think I heard on a podcast that this is the biggest or 2nd biggest buyout in NHL history. It's not a move that a franchise would make unless it's trying to win. Now KA needs to fill some holes over the next 4-5 days. Don't give up just yet gentlemen. 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pimlach Posted Sunday at 05:26 AM Report Share Posted Sunday at 05:26 AM 5 hours ago, Scottysabres said: I'm hopeful that quick Pim, but they have all off season to get it done. I can't see them not signing a ufa, and a trade. Both may happen later than 72 hrs, but if Adams is big game hunting, which he better be, the 72 hr window seems reasonable. I'm guessing, but I'm very determined the mindset is like mine in that off season war room. Cross our fingers...... I agree he should strike early and get who he wants. 5 more vet players to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7+6=13 Posted Sunday at 07:10 AM Report Share Posted Sunday at 07:10 AM 10 hours ago, Scottysabres said: Ironically, haven't touched anything outside of my recently prescribed blood pressure meds since 1987, the last thing I did was smoke a joint with my older brother. A full year before I joined the military in 88. But, I do appreciate the reminder that as I approach retirement, I can look forward to unwinding and roll a blunt while watching the sunset soon. Thank you for your service. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huckleberry Posted Sunday at 07:11 AM Report Share Posted Sunday at 07:11 AM We surely do not need a 30 goal scorer. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trettioåtta Posted Sunday at 08:47 AM Report Share Posted Sunday at 08:47 AM I think this move only makes sense if you have a clear plan (i.e. are pretty confident in free agent signings), or you're desperate to do something and hope it fixes the team. Current needs: 2x top 6 wingers 2x third line defensive players 1x top-4 defensive RHD That is an achievable goal. But I think it's going to need a couple trades to make it work. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MISabresFan Posted Sunday at 10:51 AM Report Share Posted Sunday at 10:51 AM 10 hours ago, SABRES 0311 said: Fans 100% deserve a better product. The team represents the city and the fans. The concept of professional sports teams representing a city is often overrated. At its core, it is entertainment, with the athletes essentially being paid actors. However, unlike watching a movie or streaming a show, sports involve competition, a significant selling point for attracting audiences and generating revenue through ticket sales and television ratings. While sports teams may hold cultural significance for dedicated fans, they do not necessarily have the same impact on non-sports fans. Example - Chicken Wings and The Motor City. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravenking32 Posted Sunday at 01:17 PM Report Share Posted Sunday at 01:17 PM 4 hours ago, Trettioåtta said: I think this move only makes sense if you have a clear plan (i.e. are pretty confident in free agent signings), or you're desperate to do something and hope it fixes the team. Current needs: 2x top 6 wingers 2x third line defensive players 1x top-4 defensive RHD That is an achievable goal. But I think it's going to need a couple trades to make it work. And the chance it’s not desperation? Less than 10% Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
postseasonblues Posted Sunday at 01:21 PM Report Share Posted Sunday at 01:21 PM If he's not a fit with Ruff and the Sabres, I can't see why he would be a fit with Berube in Toronto. But he will end up somewhere, so I guess it's a possibility 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalonill Posted Sunday at 01:31 PM Report Share Posted Sunday at 01:31 PM 13 hours ago, PerreaultForever said: It will be interesting to see who, if anybody, offers Skinner a deal and for how much. He's probably going to the leafs for 1 year 1 million Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhenWillItEnd66 Posted Sunday at 01:47 PM Report Share Posted Sunday at 01:47 PM The buyout means he is not getting his full salary. He is only getting 1.4 million this year I believe. He is not going to take a cheap deal. He is going to get as much as he can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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