bbb Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 10 minutes ago, BillsFan4 said: Kim confirms that the Sabres will draft Dahlin. Not that there was really any doubt, but it's still cool to hear her basically say it officially. Damn, I was hoping we were going to trade up! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan4 Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 On 5/23/2018 at 9:23 PM, ricojes said: The Mark Pysyk trade may not be a bust after all! Let's hope not, time will tell... It's really sad how many Tim Murray trades we have to say this about... It won't be a bust if Asplund develops. It won't be a total bust if Fasching turns into something good (as we watch McNabb play top minutes in the Cup final. lol) It won't be a total bust if Buffalo can hit on San Jose's 1st round pick (for Kane). It won't be a total bust if Robin Lehner can play better, or we are able to get a 3rd rounder for him (and then hit on that pick). Sadly, I believe that is pretty much every major Tim Murray trade but one (O'Reilly) I just depressed myself typing that. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnC Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 10 minutes ago, BillsFan4 said: right.It's really sad how many Tim Murray trades we have to say this about... It won't be a bust if Asplund develops. It won't be a total bust if Fasching turns into something good (as we watch McNabb play top minutes in the Cup final. lol) It won't be a total bust if Buffalo can hit on San Jose's 1st round pick (for Kane). It won't be a total bust if Robin Lehner can play better, or we are able to get a 3rd rounder for him (and then hit on that pick). Sadly, I believe that is pretty much every major Tim Murray trade but one (O'Reilly) I just depressed myself typing that. lol What is demonstrated with the Bills and Sabres is that the first priority for a new owner is not to worry about making a splash on ice or on the field but to get the organizational and front office staff right. That takes a lot of thought and consultation with people who are knowledgeable about the league. Western NY is very fortunate to have the Pegulas as owners for their pro teams. However, they made some very damaging decisions with their selections of people to run their pro teams. If you examine the front office staff of both their teams under McBeane and Botterill there is a blueprint that adheres to a well thought out philosophy on how to build a roster. For the most part the philosophy revolves around drafting talent and developing it. And it's not just about adding talent so much as adding the right talent to the mix. It's not a splashy approach or a quick fixe approach to fixing damaged franchises but it is the right approach. Overall, I'm optimistic for the future but irritated that the respective franchises were unnecessarily set back with bad staffing decisions. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted May 26, 2018 Author Share Posted May 26, 2018 NHL’s Top 10 UFAs of 2018: The best left-wingers available - Sportsnet.ca The 2018 Stanley Cup Playoffs have winded down to the final series, meaning the NHL’s 31 general managers have one more month to size up the field and pick their free-agency targets. That in mind, Sportsnet.ca is breaking down the top 10 UFAs at each position likely to be available when free agency opens July 1. Next up: the left-wingers. This year’s crop of available left-wingers looks to be among the deepest of the free-agent groups at any position. Clubs hoping to shell out for a significant offensive upgrade should have the option to do so, while a few other veterans who bring different skills to the table will make things interesting. Add in a certain Russian superstar looking to make a North American return, and the left side of this year’s UFA class should provide plenty in the way of off-season theatrics. Let’s take a look at the top left-wing options set to hit the market this summer: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted May 26, 2018 Author Share Posted May 26, 2018 NHL's Top 10 UFAs of 2018: The best centres available - Sportsnet.ca First up: the centres. In a league that continues to trend towards skill and speed, with more clubs opting to roll out as many scoring lines as they can, strong depth down the middle reigns supreme. Those who have it continue to do damage throughout the year. Those who lack it watch that absence become painfully obvious as the season progresses. Unfortunately, acquiring a top-tier pivot is no easy task. That could change for one team this year, however, as the 2018 class might offer a chance at a genuine superstar. Let’s take a look at the top UFA centres who could hit the market this summer: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted May 26, 2018 Author Share Posted May 26, 2018 Dahlin, Svechnikov among those in spotlight at 2018 NHL Scouting Combine Rasmus Dahlin and Andrei Svechnikov, the projected top two picks in the 2018 NHL Draft, are among 104 prospects scheduled to participate in the 2018 NHL Scouting Combine at KeyBank Center and HarborCenter in Buffalo beginning Monday. The combine gives the 31 NHL teams physical and medical assessments of the top prospects ahead of the 2018 draft at American Airlines Center in Dallas on June 22-23. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted May 27, 2018 Author Share Posted May 27, 2018 Dahlin, expected No. 1 pick in 2018 NHL Draft, seems destined for stardom BUFFALO -- Rasmus Dahlin hasn't played a minute in the NHL, but experts already are comparing the 18-year-old from Sweden to some of the League's biggest names, past and present. They liken his game to those of Hockey Hall of Famer Nicklas Lidstrom and current NHL defenseman Erik Karlsson, and tout him as a generational player, capable of taking after Sidney Crosby, Connor McDavidand Auston Matthews. But amid the comparisons, the biggest compliment of all might be this: Scouts, coaches and players who have been around the left-shot defenseman, expected to be selected No. 1 by the Buffalo Sabres next month in the 2018 NHL Draft, say he should make a name for himself in the NHL in no time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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ChevyVanMiller Posted May 28, 2018 Share Posted May 28, 2018 Marvel Comics’ Thanos could teleport to Earth with a completed Infinity Gauntlet, snap Rasmus Dahlin out of existence, and Buffalo would still draft his dusty ashes. https://www.wingingitinmotown.com/2018/5/26/17376938/2018-nhl-draft-prospect-profile-rasmus-dahlin-buffalo-sabres-detroit-red-wings-nhl 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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26CornerBlitz Posted May 29, 2018 Author Share Posted May 29, 2018 Sabres' Coach Calls Dahlin 'Incredible': Report Rasmus Dahlin is considered to be the No. 1 prospect in the 2018 NHL Draft, and Buffalo Sabres coach Phil Housley said he can see why."I've been watching on YouTube and, boy, it's incredible," Housley told The Buffalo News on Friday. "He's going to be a complete package in today's NHL." Top 31 Draft Prospects: Dahlin (1:07) Taking a look at the #1 draft prospect Rasmus Dahlin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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26CornerBlitz Posted May 29, 2018 Author Share Posted May 29, 2018 Complete list of 104 players invited to the NHL Scouting Combine - Sportsnet.ca The NHL Scouting Combine is taking place in Buffalo, N.Y. again this week. Teams and players have landed and have started to meet already. On Saturday, the players will run through most of the drills that the combine is publicly known for, but in the week leading up to the event, the players interview with teams and go through medical examinations. Sportsnet.ca will be live streaming the Scouting Combine on Saturday, June 2 for three hours, beginning at 9:00 a.m. ET and wrapping up at noon. You’ll be able to watch the groupings that include top prospect Rasmus Dahlin and the top projected forward off the board, Andrei Svechnikov. The official groupings and their start times will be released closer to the drills on Saturday. In total, the league invited 104 players to the 2018 NHL Scouting Combine. All are listed below, with the team they played for this season and the position they play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted May 29, 2018 Author Share Posted May 29, 2018 NHL Scouting Combine, Day Two: Tkachuk aiming to impress The 2018 NHL Scouting Combine is taking place this week at KeyBank Center and HarborCenter in Buffalo. The combine will allow NHL teams an opportunity to conduct interviews and provide physical and medical assessments of 104 prospects eligible for the 2018 NHL Draft. NHL.com will bring you all the sights and sounds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4merper4mer Posted May 30, 2018 Share Posted May 30, 2018 On May 25, 2018 at 5:25 PM, BillsFan4 said: It's really sad how many Tim Murray trades we have to say this about... It won't be a bust if Asplund develops. That one player's last name describes every Tim Murray move. All you have to do is add an "s" as the second letter and an "er" at the end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted May 30, 2018 Author Share Posted May 30, 2018 5-30: Mike Morreale of NHL.com with Howard and Jeremy on Rasmus Dahlin (17:31) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted May 30, 2018 Author Share Posted May 30, 2018 ISS Hockey Releases ISS Top 31 for June, Rankings of the Top Prospects for 2018 NHL Draft - ISS Hockey May 30, 2018 [Waterloo, ON] ISS Hockey announces the release of its final player rankings for the upcoming NHL Draft to be held on June 22-23, 2018 in Dallas, TX. The rankings are featured in the newly released 2018 NHL Draft Guide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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