shrader Posted July 25, 2017 Share Posted July 25, 2017 So what is Lehner's status at end of next year? Is he still RFA and eligible for arbitration again? On the surface, I really like this deal...only downside is he has a huge year and you're paying more in year 2 ..i liken it to Sammy not being getting the 5th year, which i agree with Yes he will still be restricted and arb eligible. He has one year after this contract until he would be unrestricted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plenzmd1 Posted July 25, 2017 Share Posted July 25, 2017 Yes he will still be restricted and arb eligible. He has one year after this contract until he would be unrestricted. TY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4merper4mer Posted July 25, 2017 Share Posted July 25, 2017 @CapFriendly With Lehner signed at 1yr / $4M, #Sabres have roughly $10.9M in projected c/space. Remaining RFA's: Z. Girgensons N. Beaulieu E. Rodrigues The deal may be friendly to the cap but it is an enemy to our W/L record. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebug Posted July 25, 2017 Share Posted July 25, 2017 The deal may be friendly to the cap but it is an enemy to our W/L record. He will lead you to the playoffs next year, you will sign him to a huge deal and then he will get fat and lazy, just to !@#$ with you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted July 26, 2017 Author Share Posted July 26, 2017 7-26: JASON POMINVILLE ON WGR (20:06) #Sabres forward Jason Pominville joins @TheInstigators next on WGR! Tune in:Jason Pominville: "I'm pumped. I'm really excited. We couldn't be happier to be back."Pominville on Marco Scandella: "He does everything really well. He's got a huge shot. He's a horse to play against defensively." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebug Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 7-26: JASON POMINVILLE ON WGR (20:06) I still have a Pominville jersey. Beauty jersey, when he was wearing the "A." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted July 26, 2017 Author Share Posted July 26, 2017 @adater BREAKING: Hobey Baker winner Will Butcher to test open market Aug. 15 http://bsndenver.com/will-butcher-to-become-unrestricted-free-agent-aug-15-deal-with-avalanche-highly-unlikely/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plenzmd1 Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 Quick question for the gurus...if these guys get seriously hurt in these summer leagues, they still get paid? I assume the teams like them playing , just wonder if the players are taking any kind of risk and payment forfeiture if hurt in an activity not sanctioned by the team Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
row_33 Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 How are things looking "realistically" for the Sabres this year? Leafs fans can't wait to get going. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plenzmd1 Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 How are things looking "realistically" for the Sabres this year? Leafs fans can't wait to get going. No one really knows. Last year Sabres had two main deficiencies.. 1) Blue Line 2) 5-5 Scoring. They have swapped out what looks like at least 3 D, and maybe more if Guhle makes the big club out of camp( I don't think prayer in hell they start him in the NHL though) And many think the reason 5-5 scoring was so bad was awful play in their own zone by the D, lack of good crisp breakouts that lead to scoring chances due to awful D, and lack of any scoring really from the D. If the new D corps can play at least credible and average, the forwards should be able to produce at a level that has them competing for a playoff spot. If D sucks again, prolly talking about the lottery again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaska Darin Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 No one really knows. Last year Sabres had two main deficiencies.. 1) Blue Line 2) 5-5 Scoring. They have swapped out what looks like at least 3 D, and maybe more if Guhle makes the big club out of camp( I don't think prayer in hell they start him in the NHL though) And many think the reason 5-5 scoring was so bad was awful play in their own zone by the D, lack of good crisp breakouts that lead to scoring chances due to awful D, and lack of any scoring really from the D. If the new D corps can play at least credible and average, the forwards should be able to produce at a level that has them competing for a playoff spot. If D sucks again, prolly talking about the lottery again. You left out: 1a. Coaching and system to maximize the current talent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnC Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 No one really knows. Last year Sabres had two main deficiencies.. 1) Blue Line 2) 5-5 Scoring. They have swapped out what looks like at least 3 D, and maybe more if Guhle makes the big club out of camp( I don't think prayer in hell they start him in the NHL though) And many think the reason 5-5 scoring was so bad was awful play in their own zone by the D, lack of good crisp breakouts that lead to scoring chances due to awful D, and lack of any scoring really from the D. If the new D corps can play at least credible and average, the forwards should be able to produce at a level that has them competing for a playoff spot. If D sucks again, prolly talking about the lottery again. I see the Sabres as a marginal playoff team i.e. fighting for a lower playoff spot. Our top two lines should be good and our defense should be credible. I see our defensive unit as being credible to average. That in itself is a step forward. The new coach should bring in a more fast paced style compared to the more regimented style of the prior coach. Eichel should thrive in a an offensive system that allows him to freelance more. I really like the new GM and his approach to not only building a roster but also building an organization. I'm very encouraged about the future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted July 28, 2017 Author Share Posted July 28, 2017 AAV is $650K @BuffaloSabres Welcome back, E-Rod! We've signed forward Evan Rodrigues to a two-year contract. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4merper4mer Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 You left out: 1a. Coaching and system to maximize the current talent. Also: Normal person at GM rather than a caustic, arrogant and stupid prick. But also: Maintaining starting goalie who is unstable in net and during altercations. Additionally he has displayed bad decision making processes in games, shootouts and in the tattoo parlor chair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiberius Posted July 29, 2017 Share Posted July 29, 2017 @adater BREAKING: Hobey Baker winner Will Butcher to test open market Aug. 15 http://bsndenver.com/will-butcher-to-become-unrestricted-free-agent-aug-15-deal-with-avalanche-highly-unlikely/ Oh boy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted July 31, 2017 Author Share Posted July 31, 2017 @BuffaloSabres When we're on @NBCSN in '17-18 10/24 vs DET 10/25 @ CBJ 11/7 vs WSH 12/19 vs BOS 1/1 vs NYR (#WinterClassic, NBC) 1/18 @ NYR 3/5 vs TOR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted July 31, 2017 Author Share Posted July 31, 2017 @BuffaloSabres DONE DEAL: We've signed defenseman Nathan Beaulieu (@natebeaulieu) to a two-year contract. @CapFriendly CapFriendly Retweeted Buffalo Sabres #Sabres re-sign RFA Nathan Beaulieu 2 year / $4.8M ($2.4M AAV) contract Sabres & Beaulieu avoid Arb which was initially scheduled for Aug 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
row_33 Posted July 31, 2017 Share Posted July 31, 2017 Thanks for the responses on expectations, Sabres are my 2nd favourite team, the preferred city to go and see an NHL game these days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted August 1, 2017 Author Share Posted August 1, 2017 (edited) A look at the Sabres' prospect pool: @LastWordOnPuck TSP: Buffalo Sabres Prospects - http://lastwordonhockey.com/2017/07/31/tsp-buffalo-sabres-prospects/ @SabresProspectsIf the #Sabres prospect rankings got lost in the madness of Development Camp..here is your catch up link from July 8 http://www.sabresprospects.com/2017/07/summer-2017-sabres-prospect-rankings.html Edited August 1, 2017 by 26CornerBlitz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted August 3, 2017 Author Share Posted August 3, 2017 @AP_Sports AP source: Jack Eichel, Sabres negotiating potential 8-year deal http://apne.ws/QYSsRLU @john_wawrow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 @AP_Sports AP source: Jack Eichel, Sabres negotiating potential 8-year deal http://apne.ws/QYSsRLU @john_wawrow 8 years is the max allowed, right? Get 'er done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted August 3, 2017 Author Share Posted August 3, 2017 8 years is the max allowed, right? Get 'er done! Yep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Anyone see highlights of Casey Middlestadt in the world showcase against Canada? Kid has unreal hands, and his feel for the game and patience seem to be off the charts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Who Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 We got lucky the kid couldn't do a pull-up and apparently some GMs thought that meant bad at hockey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted August 3, 2017 Author Share Posted August 3, 2017 @amymoritz Casey Mittelstadt "can change a game at any moment and is showing leadership" with USA Hockey junior team. http://buffalonews.com/2017/08/03/casey-mittelstadt-bringing-offense-team-usa/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan4 Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 (edited) https://mobile.twitter.com/SabresFanatics/status/892508004242817026?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw&ref_url=http%3A%2F%2Fhfboards.hockeysfuture.com%2Fshowthread.php%3Ft%3D2361551%26page%3D26 Must see goal by Mittelstadt! That twitter account I posted the link from actually has a number of good highlights from Mittelstadt from World Jr's. I really think (hope) we may have got the steal of the draft with this kid. His hands and speed are on another level. Just an all around great, highly skilled hockey player. Glad to see Buffalo putting more priority on skill over size and "grit"/toughness again. Here's another nice play. Those hands! https://mobile.twitter.com/SabresFanatics/status/892848332225232896/photo/1 https://mobile.twitter.com/SabresFanatics/status/891375641874059264 https://mobile.twitter.com/SabresFanatics/status/891375359840718849/video/1 https://mobile.twitter.com/SabresFanatics/status/891364854526865408/video/1 Edited August 3, 2017 by BillsFan4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaska Darin Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 The next time I see a pull up bar on an ice hockey rink will be the first time. Mittlestadt is the reverse "Mike Mamula". Kid is definitely a hockey player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted August 4, 2017 Author Share Posted August 4, 2017 SABRES 31 IN 31 - Inside Look at Buffalo Sabres NHL.com is providing in-depth roster, prospect and fantasy analysis for each of its 31 teams throughout August. Today, the Buffalo Sabres.The Buffalo Sabres are starting over after a disappointing season.Coach Phil Housley and general manager Jason Botterill are now in charge, hired to replace Dan Bylsma and Tim Murray after the Sabres had 78 points last season, a three-point decrease from 2015-16. Top Prospects3 QuestionsFantasy BreakdownBehind the Numbers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted August 4, 2017 Author Share Posted August 4, 2017 @BuffaloSabres Missing hockey? You're in luck. Watch the World Junior Summer Showcase LIVE on @NHLNetwork today - vs. @ 1pm ET, vs. @ 4pm ET. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted August 4, 2017 Author Share Posted August 4, 2017 Oh well. @SabresProspects We knew this could inevitably be the case - Casey Mittelstadt will sit today as USA takes on Finland. Luukkonen (FIN) will back up. #Sabres Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 Oh well. @SabresProspects We knew this could inevitably be the case - Casey Mittelstadt will sit today as USA takes on Finland. Luukkonen (FIN) will back up. #Sabres $&@&%!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-9 Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 Oh well. @SabresProspects We knew this could inevitably be the case - Casey Mittelstadt will sit today as USA takes on Finland. Luukkonen (FIN) will back up. #Sabres Him and his linemates will be fresh for Canada tomorrow night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted August 5, 2017 Author Share Posted August 5, 2017 @TheHockeyWriter Buffalo Doesn’t Love Lehner, Yet http://bit.ly/2v5AEI0 #THW #Sabres #NHL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbb Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 Oh well. @SabresProspects We knew this could inevitably be the case - Casey Mittelstadt will sit today as USA takes on Finland. Luukkonen (FIN) will back up. #Sabres Why'd he sit? I thought that he was supposed to be playing great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted August 5, 2017 Author Share Posted August 5, 2017 (edited) Why'd he sit? I thought that he was supposed to be playing great. They likely wanted to look at other players with him already proving worthy of being on the US WJC team for the real tournament. Edited August 5, 2017 by 26CornerBlitz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbb Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 They likely wanted to look at other players with him already proving worthy of being on the US WJC team for the real tournament. Got it - thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan4 Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 I seen that Mittelstadt led the whole tournament in points. I also read some saying that they thought he was the best player in the tournament. Sounds like a great showing for CM... SabresFanatics @SabresFanatics Mittelstadt and USA beat Canada 7-5 and go underfeated in the #WJSS. Mittelstadt lead the tournament with 9 points in 5 games And one more highlight - https://mobile.twitter.com/SabresFanatics/status/893995204444909568/video/1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted August 6, 2017 Author Share Posted August 6, 2017 @BuffaloSabres "Anytime we can beat Canada, it will always be a big win." Mittelstadt contributes in 7-5 win for @usahockey https://www.nhl.com/sabres/news/world-junior-summer-showcase-recap-august-5-2017/c-290602806 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan4 Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 https://streamable.com/s/qyyzy/efxyqy 4 minute highlight reel of Mittelstadt from WJr's. This kid's ceiling is sky high. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiberius Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 https://streamable.com/s/qyyzy/efxyqy 4 minute highlight reel of Mittelstadt from WJr's. This kid's ceiling is sky high. I checked out the rookie camp and he scored on an amazing in close up high shot. Great hands. This looks like a great pick so far Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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