This is why Bennett isn't the Sabres first choice:

As for Bennett, he has looked into the teams including Buffalo, but not as much as the others, “Yes, a little bit, but I wouldn’t say a ton. It was mostly with the teams that have shown the most interest. I went out and visited Edmonton and Calgary, so I got to see them and it got me more interested in their teams, so I researched them a little bit more.”
- TheSabresTaco

plus he has the upper body strength of a 12 year old

plus he has the upper body strength of a 12 year old
- hafgod

That's a bad way to look at it. He's still growing and has years to build that strength. He already has a ton of talent. Go check out Jonathan Toews pre draft scouting report, that may make you change your mind.

The NHL knew exactly what they were doing here.................... Screwing the Sabres big time........

http://www.wgr550.com/NHL...-lottery-changes/19302837

That's a bad way to look at it. He's still growing and has years to build that strength. He already has a ton of talent. Go check out Jonathan Toews pre draft scouting report, that may make you change your mind.
- TheSabresTaco

These guys have agents. They strength coaches. They know exactly what to expect at combine. The fact he could not do one is weird. Its either a lack of preparation or caring. When he signs a multi million dollar contract as a professional athlete my expectations are a lot higher than a normal kid.

The NHL knew exactly what they were doing here.................... Screwing the Sabres big time........

http://www.wgr550.com/NHL...-lottery-changes/19302837


- rapperray

Morning Ray. I'ts not that big of a deal. Still only drop 1 place like this years draft.

The NHL knew exactly what they were doing here.................... Screwing the Sabres big time........

http://www.wgr550.com/NHL...-lottery-changes/19302837


- rapperray

What is the official new system.

Morning Ray. I'ts not that big of a deal. Still only drop 1 place like this years draft.
- cabin

Might give the islanders pick a better shot to get 1

These guys have agents. They strength coaches. They know exactly what to expect at combine. The fact he could not do one is weird. Its either a lack of preparation or caring. When he signs a multi million dollar contract as a professional athlete my expectations are a lot higher than a normal kid.
- hafgod

I just think that's a short sighted way to look at it. While I agree that his expectations are high, he has time to get there. I would say, judge his strength once he hits Rochester/Buffalo.

Might give the islanders pick a better shot to get 1
- hafgod

Yup. Hopefully they miss the playoffs. Little chance St Louis does though.

What is the official new system.
- hafgod

It hasn't been released yet, but the idea is for next years draft, the odds are evened out more.

Man, you have this down to a science Cabbie! I really like the Sriracha Hot Sauce! Going to try it out on wings!
- Irish 14

My personal favorite is Jamaican jerk sauce

It hasn't been released yet, but the idea is for next years draft, the league can now award the pick to any non qualifying team of their choosing.
- TheSabresTaco

Fixed

Fixed
- nfph

sigh.

that trade is not going to happen
- GERBE!!!75PTS

it's going down

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GFysgI-P9R4

The NHL knew exactly what they were doing here.................... Screwing the Sabres big time........

http://www.wgr550.com/NHL...-lottery-changes/19302837


- rapperray

here is a thought


ice a descent team, don't bank on a lottery to turn the franchise around

Total BS...Sabres have finally hit rock bottom and the NHL wants to change the rules in the middle of the game when we are in the sweetest spot we can be for franchise type player in next year's draft...We should get on Facebook and Twitter to spread the word and pick a day/time/location to set up a PROTEST AGAINST THE NHL RULING regarding the draft changes for next year...Let's make our voices heard...you guys/gals in Edmonton,New York, Carolina and Florida should jump in on this as well and protest in your cities too...at least make the change in 3 years so teams can prepare for the new rules...not screw the teams that are in the middle of complete rebuilds. We gave up many good players to get to this point and now it was all worthless as we won't be reaping the rewards. Teams have been doing the tear down to rebuild strategy for the history of the league and now at the drop of a hat they just switch the entire way the draft game has been played...typical bush league NHL at work again.
Filed Under: Protest @ FNC or Larkin Square needed!! LETS DO THIS!

sigh.
- TheSabresTaco

Not sure how to read that sigh, but with the lottery happening behind closed doors, and new rules being out in place for a major draft, the league certainly has a credibility problem

I just think that's a short sighted way to look at it. While I agree that his expectations are high, he has time to get there. I would say, judge his strength once he hits Rochester/Buffalo.
- TheSabresTaco

Any player we select tonight, IMO, has a better shot at playing juniors next year than the nhl.

Not sure how to read that sigh, but with the lottery happening behind closed doors, and new rules being out in place for a major draft, the league certainly has a credibility problem
- nfph

this should be the bigger story

instead of crying over things the sabres can't control, they should focus on doing the best to ice the best team with what they can control

Not sure how to read that sigh, but with the lottery happening behind closed doors, and new rules being out in place for a major draft, the league certainly has a credibility problem
- nfph

That's exactly what my sigh meant.

this should be the bigger story

instead of crying over things the sabres can't control, they should focus on doing the best to ice the best team with what they can control
- homiedclown

We can control our draft choice, at this point

this should be the bigger story

instead of crying over things the sabres can't control, they should focus on doing the best to ice the best team with what they can control
- homiedclown

After next season is over, I agree.

That's exactly what my sigh meant.
- TheSabresTaco

Could have also meant "nice tinfoil hat, tin man"

We can control our draft choice, at this point
- nfph

discuss


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b7JOUXyY4aY

Could have also meant "nice tinfoil hat, tin man"
- nfph

I like your tinfoil hat