NastyNateSoldiers Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 Congrats to Terry Pegula for winning his first ever Playoffs game as Sabres owner, I know it`s only 1 win, but i feel like the Sabres are heading in the right direction. It all starts at the top fella`s, and it just seems like whatever T Peg touches turns into GOLD. It feels good to know that we have an owner now that is just as passionate about our team as we are. I hope he buys the Bills, if he does, he can become a legend in Buffalo. The man just knows the core values of running a professional sports franchise and that`s scouting and building threw the draft, and he is not afraid to spend some money. Everything first class, players love that. Like he said during his presser (I want players to want to come play in Buffalo). I don`t think Ralph has ever said that. Bottom line is that Ralphie runs the team like a business. Wilson, Littmann and Overdorf are the crypt keepers. Make no mistake about it, they have sucked the Bills nation dry for years. Pegula would of never let Polian go.. So Thank you Pegula for buying the Sabres and good luck making the city of Buffalo a place for Champions... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangarang Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 It's amazing. This guy is going to be the best thing to happen to the Sabres. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zulu Cthulhu Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 1 word for you sir - premature. No one has won anything yet, and all but one of these current sabres were on the team BEFORE Pegula took ownership. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajzepp Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 Don't get your hopes up, guys... FLYERS, BABY!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo Barbarian Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 1 word for you sir - premature. No one has won anything yet, and all but one of these current sabres were on the team BEFORE Pegula took ownership. Yeah and they sucked until they knew Terry was taking over. When an owner says he will do whatever it takes to win the Stanely Cup that changes the whole mindset and attitude of the players giving them the confidence that anything is possible and they just might go all the way the way they have been playing. Don't get your hopes up, guys... FLYERS, BABY!!!!! Flyers going down in FIVE BABY!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajzepp Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 Yeah and they sucked until they knew Terry was taking over. When an owner says he will do whatever it takes to win the Stanely Cup that changes the whole mindset and attitude of the players giving them the confidence that anything is possible and they just might go all the way the way they have been playing. Flyers going down in FIVE BABY!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappy Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 A shift in course just means you changed directions, not arrived at your destination. At least I can see the Sabres heading the right way, that's a plus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hplarrm Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 Congrats to Terry Pegula for winning his first ever Playoffs game as Sabres owner, I know it`s only 1 win, but i feel like the Sabres are heading in the right direction. It all starts at the top fella`s, and it just seems like whatever T Peg touches turns into GOLD. It feels good to know that we have an owner now that is just as passionate about our team as we are. I hope he buys the Bills, if he does, he can become a legend in Buffalo. The man just knows the core values of running a professional sports franchise and that`s scouting and building threw the draft, and he is not afraid to spend some money. Everything first class, players love that. Like he said during his presser (I want players to want to come play in Buffalo). I don`t think Ralph has ever said that. Bottom line is that Ralphie runs the team like a business. Wilson, Littmann and Overdorf are the crypt keepers. Make no mistake about it, they have sucked the Bills nation dry for years. Pegula would of never let Polian go.. So Thank you Pegula for buying the Sabres and good luck making the city of Buffalo a place for Champions... I agree with your conclusion. I disagree with your reasons for making that conclusion. I do not think it is premature to assume/hope that the Pegula attitude makes a difference for this team. What last night's game showed is simply how close the margin between winning and losing are. A 1-0 nothing game simply does not get any closer. A bunch of critical performances like Miller being absolutely perfect in results in the net and Kaleta being a game time decision by Lindy to start simply proved in real life results to be a game winning decision. While it is premature to call the series over, winning this game by the tightest of possible margins should not be ignored (unless the Flyers redouble their efforts one does not want to think about what losing your first two games at home does to one's chances in a seven game series and it will be an interesting and significant test to see if the Sabres can stick a fork in them on Saturday. However, the reasoning stated to get this conclusion that Pegula had shown how to build a team through the draft speaks for itself as sound thinking based in reality. It is the ultimate in what I refer to as fact-free thinking though I agree with the conclusion reached. Even a completely broken clock is right on target twice a day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fezmid Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 Don't get your hopes up, guys... FLYERS, BABY!!!!! First your love of Russell.. Now your love of the Flyers. Why do you hang out here again? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALLEN1QB Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 1 word for you sir - premature. No one has won anything yet, and all but one of these current sabres were on the team BEFORE Pegula took ownership. PREMATURE? The guy said I know its only one game! I hate those negative people, come on dude!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajzepp Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 First your love of Russell.. Now your love of the Flyers. Why do you hang out here again? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeviF Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 Don't get your hopes up, guys... FLYERS, BABY!!!!! Where's that "!@#$ you" smiley when you need it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajzepp Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 Where's that "!@#$ you" smiley when you need it? LOL Ryan Miller can't stand on his head forever I was really hoping the seedings would change a bit so my Flyers didn't have to stomp on the hopes of so many of my fellow Bills fans...but that's not within my control, unfortunately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappy Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 The Sabres had more points collected after the all-star than any other team. So assuming the Flyers have anymore chance of winning than the Sabres is well unfounded, that was fairly obvious last night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave_In_Norfolk Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 Great win! Tyler Myers was a beast out there. Future Norris winner potential there! LOL Ryan Miller can't stand on his head forever I was really hoping the seedings would change a bit so my Flyers didn't have to stomp on the hopes of so many of my fellow Bills fans...but that's not within my control, unfortunately. Stand on his head? He didn't face that many tough shots. Heck, your vaunted offensive players didn't even create a decent chance on the 5-3. Buffalo's young--and banged up-- defense is handling the Flyers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. ChumChums Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 What's funny is that the Flyers were Pegula's first team. Then he moved to western New York and became a sabres fan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zow2 Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 I agree that Pegula has been an awesome owner so far. For me, anything that happens positively in the playoffs is gravy. I didn't even expect this team to be in the playoffs in January. I am excited about the future b/c Pegula is putting things in place for Buffalo to be the ultimate hockey destination for draftees, free agents, scouts, etc... SO if they do well in the 2011 playoffs I'm thrilled, but I am even more excited about the future with this ownership in place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUFFALOKIE Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 (edited) Congrats Buffalo! I do not follow hockey, but for the sake of you fans, I'm happy to hear the Sabres are on the right track. Buffalo is a great place and lord knows you're overdue. I guess I'll have to tune in for the next game. But how am I to explain to my buddies that I can't go fishin because I'm watching hockey? Nevermind - that will never happen. Here's to Buffalo here's to the Sabres here's to you hardcore mutha- -in Bills Fans Happy Friday yall, Go Sabres! Edited April 15, 2011 by Buffalokie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry Jabber Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 Congrats to Terry Pegula for winning his first ever Playoffs game as Sabres owner, I know it`s only 1 win, but i feel like the Sabres are heading in the right direction. It all starts at the top fella`s, and it just seems like whatever T Peg touches turns into GOLD. It feels good to know that we have an owner now that is just as passionate about our team as we are. I hope he buys the Bills, if he does, he can become a legend in Buffalo. The man just knows the core values of running a professional sports franchise and that`s scouting and building threw the draft, and he is not afraid to spend some money. Everything first class, players love that. Like he said during his presser (I want players to want to come play in Buffalo). I don`t think Ralph has ever said that. Bottom line is that Ralphie runs the team like a business. Wilson, Littmann and Overdorf are the crypt keepers. Make no mistake about it, they have sucked the Bills nation dry for years. Pegula would of never let Polian go.. So Thank you Pegula for buying the Sabres and good luck making the city of Buffalo a place for Champions... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 Yeah and they sucked until they knew Terry was taking over. When an owner says he will do whatever it takes to win the Stanely Cup that changes the whole mindset and attitude of the players giving them the confidence that anything is possible and they just might go all the way the way they have been playing. While Pegs is a dream owner, the team battled back from worst in the NHL in December, to 10th in the Eastern Conference before Pegs took over (including a 3-game swoon right before he was announced as the new owner against Atlanta). There were no major moves made (they added Boyes, who they would have added anyway), and the improvement has been keyed by good play from the younger players as well as Miller playing better. Pegs' influence will ideally be felt after the season, i.e. in FO and player moves. But spending money doesn't ensure success. I'm just happy that the team will be in Buffalo for the remainder of my lifetime. Flyers going down in FIVE BABY!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ennjay Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 I dunno, but Yogi Berra was right when he said "90% of this game is half mental." Sabreland has to be a nicer place to go to work in every day with Pegula at the top, so maybe that's it. Or maybe it's the pressure of realizing the new regime will move out the dead wood faster than the old because it will be more aggressive about finding replacements (upgrades). In any event this team is better than it was in the fall. I still don't think they have the firepower to win the Cup this year, but there's a lot to be happy about. Now if they can only sign Lindy Ruff . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricojes Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 While Pegs is a dream owner, the team battled back from worst in the NHL in December, to 10th in the Eastern Conference before Pegs took over (including a 3-game swoon right before he was announced as the new owner against Atlanta). There were no major moves made (they added Boyes, who they would have added anyway), and the improvement has been keyed by good play from the younger players as well as Miller playing better. Pegs' influence will ideally be felt after the season, i.e. in FO and player moves. But spending money doesn't ensure success. I'm just happy that the team will be in Buffalo for the remainder of my lifetime. Great win to begin the post season! In a 1-0 game, especially when the officiating isn't going your way, every little play matters. The play of the game was Butler stopping the rush by knocking the puck out of mid air and leading to the Kaleta goal. A very minor play in which no one will mention, but it's the little things that get the job done. Terry Pegula has energized the Sabres and the City, there is something to it. All the haters that say and will continue to say "This is the same team before Pegula" or just biting their teeth to call Miller "Mr. Softy" can go to hell as far as I'm concered. I am so sick of these negative people. I love the NHL playoffs and I love the Sabres. Pegula taking over ownership is just the absolute best thing to ever happen to this organization. Here's to an exciting playoff run and many more to come... GO SABRES!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jauronimo Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 Its definitely too early to write the book on Pegula but the early signs are certainly encouraging. I'm very optimistic about what Regier will be able to do now that he has access to the checkbook. No GM in the league has done more with less. The Sabres lineup has been almost entirely home grown talent since I was old enough to watch. With enough cash to retain our talent and add a few FAs I think the future is bright in Buffalo. Tyler Myers future Norris winner? Absolutely. He is light years ahead of the learning curve for a young defensemen in the NHL. Normally D-men start to realize their potential around age 30 as their experience and awareness develops. See Scott Stevens, Scott Neidermayer, Lidstrom, Chelios, and Chara, even though I despise the guy. Each of those pretty dominant defensemen had their best years in the second halves of their careers. For Myers to be where he is at the age of 21 is unbelievable. When he fills out that frame, watch out. God I wish he would put on a USA sweater next olympics (born in Dallas, lived in Calgary). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 While Pegs is a dream owner, the team battled back from worst in the NHL in December, to 10th in the Eastern Conference before Pegs took over (including a 3-game swoon right before he was announced as the new owner against Atlanta). There were no major moves made (they added Boyes, who they would have added anyway), and the improvement has been keyed by good play from the younger players as well as Miller playing better. Pegs' influence will ideally be felt after the season, i.e. in FO and player moves. But spending money doesn't ensure success. I'm just happy that the team will be in Buffalo for the remainder of my lifetime. I agree with all of this. Pegula is a great guy by all accounts, but other than him saying all the right things at this point, this is Tom G's (last) team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pine Barrens Mafia Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 Don't get your hopes up, guys... FLYERS, BABY!!!!! AUTOBAN!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buftex Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 I don't know, T-Pegs might not be the reason the Sabres turned it around (I personally think he is a big factor), but he certainly knows how to stroke the fans... http://wgr550.com/-Party-in-the-Plaza--To-Return/9607733 Party on the plaza returns, with an additional screen! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef Jim Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 It's the uniforms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrader Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 I don't know, T-Pegs might not be the reason the Sabres turned it around (I personally think he is a big factor), but he certainly knows how to stroke the fans... http://wgr550.com/-Party-in-the-Plaza--To-Return/9607733 Party on the plaza returns, with an additional screen! Did they ever actually stop doing those at all during the Golisano ownership? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buftex Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 Did they ever actually stop doing those at all during the Golisano ownership? I don't think so, but, I was just impressed that they added a second screen..."Hockey Heaven" It's the uniforms. Just noticed, you got a gold frame for your birthday! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajzepp Posted April 16, 2011 Share Posted April 16, 2011 AUTOBAN!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted April 19, 2011 Share Posted April 19, 2011 It's over. Startling Stat: Sabres have never come back to win a series from a 2-1 playoff deficit. (effin' grim!) HE's overrated -shutout in a sh*tty game notwithstanding. HE'S the epitomy of the Sabres current lot in life. Bench Miller! Give 'the kid' a chance to alter history. Give the Sabres a chance at a brighter future! Enroth! ENROTH! ENROTH!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KD in CA Posted April 19, 2011 Share Posted April 19, 2011 It's over. Startling Stat: Sabres have never come back to win a series from a 2-1 playoff deficit. (effin' grim!) HE's overrated -shutout in a sh*tty game notwithstanding. HE'S the epitomy of the Sabres current lot in life. Bench Miller! Give 'the kid' a chance to alter history. Give the Sabres a chance at a brighter future! Enroth! ENROTH! ENROTH!! This is sarcasm right? No one outside of PPP is this stupid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted April 19, 2011 Share Posted April 19, 2011 It's over. Startling Stat: Sabres have never come back to win a series from a 2-1 playoff deficit. (effin' grim!) HE's overrated -shutout in a sh*tty game notwithstanding. HE'S the epitomy of the Sabres current lot in life. Bench Miller! Give 'the kid' a chance to alter history. Give the Sabres a chance at a brighter future! Enroth! ENROTH! ENROTH!! Well, in every series with the Flyers, the team who wins game 1 wins the series. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrader Posted April 19, 2011 Share Posted April 19, 2011 This is sarcasm right? No one outside of PPP is this stupid. Miller isn't scoring the timely goals. He needs to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buftex Posted April 19, 2011 Share Posted April 19, 2011 It's over. Startling Stat: Sabres have never come back to win a series from a 2-1 playoff deficit. (effin' grim!) HE's overrated -shutout in a sh*tty game notwithstanding. HE'S the epitomy of the Sabres current lot in life. Bench Miller! Give 'the kid' a chance to alter history. Give the Sabres a chance at a brighter future! Enroth! ENROTH! ENROTH!! On the fence on this one... The difference between the shut-out Ryan Miller of game 1, and the not so special Miller of games 2 & 3 is the performance of the defense. In game 1, everyone was "selling themselves out" on the defensive end of things, but that dedication hasn't been there the last two games...but I agree, Miller isn't the game saver he is portrayed as, most nights. I wouldn't mind seeing Enroth either. If only because the team seems to respond well to goalie changes. Laviolette has figured this out with his squad, but Lindy isn't as likely to give Miller as quick of a hook. If things continue the way they have, in game 4, I say, go with Enroth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted April 19, 2011 Share Posted April 19, 2011 On the fence on this one... The difference between the shut-out Ryan Miller of game 1, and the not so special Miller of games 2 & 3 is the performance of the defense. In game 1, everyone was "selling themselves out" on the defensive end of things, but that dedication hasn't been there the last two games...but I agree, Miller isn't the game saver he is portrayed as, most nights. I wouldn't mind seeing Enroth either. If only because the team seems to respond well to goalie changes. Laviolette has figured this out with his squad, but Lindy isn't as likely to give Miller as quick of a hook. If things continue the way they have, in game 4, I say, go with Enroth. I agree -of course- with the Miller e v a l. IMO, more than a lack of defensive caretaking -though there was plenty of that- the forwards aren't getting to lose pucks the majority of the time. Needless to say what that leads to.. IMO, Philly took control of this series last night. Hope I'm wrong, but it's all so hauntingly familiar.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricojes Posted April 19, 2011 Share Posted April 19, 2011 (edited) I agree -of course- with the Miller e v a l. IMO, more than a lack of defensive caretaking -though there was plenty of that- the forwards aren't getting to lose pucks the majority of the time. Needless to say what that leads to.. IMO, Philly took control of this series last night. Hope I'm wrong, but it's all so hauntingly familiar.. The defense has been absolutely horrible these past 2 games. They are really struggling with the Floppers forechecking. I lost count of Myers give aways, just brutal. I think the problem is more psychological with the Defense. They are not a very physical D and the persona of the Philadelphia teams of the past still persists. Even though this is not a very physical Philly team, especially with Pronger out of the lineup. I really think Philly is baiting the Sabres into stupid penalties and getting them out of their game and then when a Philly player is barely touched, he's flopping around like a fish out of water. I have to give Philly credit, they are playing smart and drawing penalties. It's not Philly hockey and actually embarrassing by Philly standards, but it's working. The Sabres need to play their style and ease up on proving they can be physical. They need to be smarter that's it. This series is far from over and I expect a much better Defensive showing in game 4. GO SABRES!!!! Edited April 21, 2011 by ricojes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim in Anchorage Posted April 19, 2011 Share Posted April 19, 2011 This is sarcasm right? No one outside of PPP is this stupid. Wrong, Dave in Norfolk posted today on OTW. Wanted to remind us Timothy McVeigh was anti government. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KD in CA Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Wrong, Dave in Norfolk posted today on OTW. Wanted to remind us Timothy McVeigh was anti government. Ooooooohhhhhhhh.............So if someone questions the government running us trillions in debt, that means they are just like a guy that blew up a building full of people. I get it now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim in Anchorage Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Ooooooohhhhhhhh.............So if someone questions the government running us trillions in debt, that means they are just like a guy that blew up a building full of people. I get it now! Yep, thats the mindset. Fine line between cost cutting and driving a truck bomb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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