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jdfitz77
Buffalo Sabres
Location: buffalo, NY
Joined: 05.21.2007

Jan 9 @ 2:12 AM ET
Let it go man. In 2 years he will be scoring 10-15 goals, 40-50 points and leading us into the post season.

This team is historically bad, people are angry he didnt do more as a 20-21 year old. When we are good, people will realize how good he and a few others are.

- sbroads24



That's a great point
As we start to surround Myers with more talent he should look even better
Also, when guys like Ristolainen, Zadorov, and the other youngins start to take on more defensive responsibility, it should free Myers offensive game up even more
Our defense could be pretty special in about 3yrs...
Our 3rd pair at that point could be McCabe-Pysyk, gotta like the looks of that kind of depth
jdfitz77
Buffalo Sabres
Location: buffalo, NY
Joined: 05.21.2007

Jan 9 @ 2:18 AM ET
That's true and yes New Jersey still had awesome players (as you would need to win a cup). I use New Jersey as the example because they seem to be the one most refer too . I was far too young to remember to what extent they scored vs just played stifling defense and how great each player was but in general i remember them being a snoozefest for me and a lot of others. As a more recent example, that Devils-Kings cup final I watched maybe 2 periods (1st game 1, 3rd game 7).

I won't try to diminish the success they had as I realize what it takes to be that disciplined and sound on defense but the fact that even today it's the butt end of every neutral zone trap joke says a lot. It's sounds like a lot to ask for but I don't want the sabres to just win the cup, i want them to be entertaining as well. To the point where they're so good and fun to watch that nobody in their wildest dreams could try and put an asterisk on the win.

- Sabresfan-365



I get your point, and somewhat agree...
But when the Sabres win the Cup the actual winning is all that'll really matter to me.
Would I prefer if we won games 5-3? Sure, its def fun to watch all the goals scored.
But it was also super intense when we has Hasek & knew that every single goal scored was huge & could be the difference. A tight low scoring game like that keeps u on the edge of your seat as well... At least for me it does
Sabresfan-365
Buffalo Sabres
Location: Lockport, NY
Joined: 12.09.2012

Jan 9 @ 2:23 AM ET
I get your point, and somewhat agree...
But when the Sabres win the Cup the actual winning is all that'll really matter to me.
Would I prefer if we won games 5-3? Sure, its def fun to watch all the goals scored.
But it was also super intense when we has Hasek & knew that every single goal scored was huge & could be the difference. A tight low scoring game like that keeps u on the edge of your seat as well... At least for me it does

- jdfitz77



Completely understand where you are coming from, same thing applies to me when i watch soccer but that's the huge difference here. I'm not actually from Buffalo nor was i raised in a hockey crazy environment. The sting of 99 and those moments like may day don't hit me in the feels the same way.

The entertainment value vs just winning it is a little different for me. But you're right, I can understand how a low scoring game can definitely be just as intense, it just doesn't do it for me as much as it would for others.
joshs
Buffalo Sabres
Location: cheektowaga, NY
Joined: 07.07.2012

Jan 9 @ 2:31 AM ET
That's true and yes New Jersey still had awesome players (as you would need to win a cup). I use New Jersey as the example because they seem to be the one most refer too . I was far too young to remember to what extent they scored vs just played stifling defense and how great each player was but in general i remember them being a snoozefest for me and a lot of others. As a more recent example, that Devils-Kings cup final I watched maybe 2 periods (1st game 1, 3rd game 7).

I won't try to diminish the success they had as I realize what it takes to be that disciplined and sound on defense but the fact that even today it's the butt end of every neutral zone trap joke says a lot. It's sounds like a lot to ask for but I don't want the sabres to just win the cup, i want them to be entertaining as well. To the point where they're so good and fun to watch that nobody in their wildest dreams could try and put an asterisk on the win.

- Sabresfan-365


Yeah must be nice to be a Blackhawks fan. Most dominant and exciting team in hockey. Yes I know Dallas plays up tempo but they are a cut below being dominant.
Slump Buster
Buffalo Sabres
Location: I root for draft picks but not the team, apparently, NY
Joined: 10.24.2006

Jan 9 @ 6:45 AM ET
Can we make some kind of deal where nobody shows an interview with the players? I've been on board with the tank since the very beginning but I really do feel bad for some of these guys. I can't take seeing another interview with Gorges - the guy looks like he needs a hug.
stashu
Buffalo Sabres
Location: SC
Joined: 06.04.2008

Jan 9 @ 6:59 AM ET
Whoa, was just thinking the same


It's one of the things i worry about the rebuild tbh. I'm not a born and raised hockey fan so for me the whole stingy, New Jersey devils 1-3-1 way of winning just doesn't cut it for me.

I don't want to win the cup because we bored the other 29 teams and their fanbases to sleep. I want us to be the team everyone loves to watch. The current rangers are skilled and fast, we really lack the latter at the moment. Hopefully they address that soon.

- Sabresfan-365


What kind of Canadian are you?!?!??
cabin
Buffalo Sabres
Location: We need a You're an Ass button, NY
Joined: 09.07.2006

Jan 9 @ 7:19 AM ET
Cabins Misfits 284.50
Texas Rangers 1994 188.50
cabin
Buffalo Sabres
Location: We need a You're an Ass button, NY
Joined: 09.07.2006

Jan 9 @ 7:24 AM ET
Nice easy drive to buffalo from city of ton.
homiedclown
Buffalo Sabres
Location: We want 1, FL
Joined: 02.24.2008

Jan 9 @ 7:49 AM ET
hookers and blow 252.00
Rocket Raccoons 181.00

9 extra games for me
homiedclown
Buffalo Sabres
Location: We want 1, FL
Joined: 02.24.2008

Jan 9 @ 7:49 AM ET
hitting the road in a bit for the game tonight

I will be wearing my Myers Jersey

embrace the tank
Irish 14
Location: South Buffalo
Joined: 01.25.2007

Jan 9 @ 7:57 AM ET
hitting the road in a bit for the game tonight

I will be wearing my Myers Jersey

embrace the tank

- homiedclown


Wearing 57 jersey, you won't have to worry about pumping into anyone!!
SABRES 89
Season Ticket Holder
Buffalo Sabres
Location: I'm very Happy to be here. Las Vegas Via Buffalo N.Y.
Joined: 02.17.2007

Jan 9 @ 8:29 AM ET
hitting the road in a bit for the game tonight

I will be wearing my Myers Jersey

embrace the tank

- homiedclown

You complete me
yen6d1
Buffalo Sabres
Location: maxim Afinogenov, NY
Joined: 02.21.2011

Jan 9 @ 8:48 AM ET
Speaking of tank..what's Shaone Morrisonn up too?
SabresFaninIndiana
Buffalo Sabres
Location: Bananaville, IN
Joined: 12.16.2009

Jan 9 @ 8:55 AM ET
You complete me
- SABRES 89

Navin disagrees
buffalofan19
Buffalo Sabres
Location: Wonderful things can happen when you sow seeds of distrust in a garden full of (bum)holes
Joined: 07.01.2007

Jan 9 @ 9:12 AM ET
Nice easy drive to buffalo from city of ton.
- cabin



That's because most people stayed home, like they should have.

I don't get what's so hard about the concept that if you're not an essential service, and every school district and major highway in and around your location is closed, you should be too. My employer doesn't seem to grasp this concept.
cabin
Buffalo Sabres
Location: We need a You're an Ass button, NY
Joined: 09.07.2006

Jan 9 @ 9:19 AM ET
That's because most people stayed home, like they should have.

I don't get what's so hard about the concept that if you're not an essential service, and every school district and major highway in and around your location is closed, you should be too. My employer doesn't seem to grasp this concept.

- buffalofan19


I supply the municipalities . . Ive been busy all morning .
BINGO!
Carolina Hurricanes
Location: I'll always remember the last words my grandfather ever told me. He said, "A Truck!", SK
Joined: 09.21.2009

Jan 9 @ 9:23 AM ET
I don't know how the hell we're supposed to compete with that level of suck.
navinrjohnson
Buffalo Sabres
Location: We are finally good, NY
Joined: 12.08.2009

Jan 9 @ 9:24 AM ET
You complete me
- SABRES 89

I know we've only known each other four weeks and three days, but to me it seems like nine weeks and five days. The first day seemed like a week and the second day seemed like five days. And the third day seemed like a week again and the fourth day seemed like eight days. And the fifth day you went to see your mother and that seemed just like a day, and then you came back and later on the sixth day, in the evening, when we saw each other, that started seeming like two days, so in the evening it seemed like two days spilling over into the next day and that started seeming like four days, so at the end of the sixth day on into the seventh day, it seemed like a total of five days. And the sixth day seemed like a week and a half. I have it written down, but I can show it to you tomorrow if you want to see it.
navinrjohnson
Buffalo Sabres
Location: We are finally good, NY
Joined: 12.08.2009

Jan 9 @ 9:25 AM ET
I don't know how the hell we're supposed to compete with that level of suck.
- BINGO!

My dear family, guess what? Today I found out what my special purpose is for. Gosh, what a great time I had. I wish the whole family could've been here with me. Maybe some other time as I intend to do this a lot. Every chance I get. I think next week I'll be able to send more money as I may have extra work. My friend Patty has promised me a blow job. Your loving son, Navin.
homiedclown
Buffalo Sabres
Location: We want 1, FL
Joined: 02.24.2008

Jan 9 @ 9:27 AM ET
That's because most people stayed home, like they should have.

I don't get what's so hard about the concept that if you're not an essential service, and every school district and major highway in and around your location is closed, you should be too. My employer doesn't seem to grasp this concept.

- buffalofan19

"Greed is good"

all jokes aside, if the weather sucks, they should simply have their offices closed
cabin
Buffalo Sabres
Location: We need a You're an Ass button, NY
Joined: 09.07.2006

Jan 9 @ 9:34 AM ET
"Greed is good"

all jokes aside, if the weather sucks, they should simply have their offices closed

- homiedclown


Bright and sunny out.
Buffalo-Sabres
Buffalo Sabres
Location: I lost a bet, NY
Joined: 07.05.2007

Jan 9 @ 9:35 AM ET
That's because most people stayed home, like they should have.

I don't get what's so hard about the concept that if you're not an essential service, and every school district and major highway in and around your location is closed, you should be too. My employer doesn't seem to grasp this concept.

- buffalofan19



One place i worked at once I aquired a top managers email password. Through research I discovered the top folk in the company(45 person company) were writing themselves weekly bonus checks of $2,500. After that I understood why they wanted everyone to come in regardless of weather. I was making thier McMansion and boat payments.

Edit: Cant say I hated the free 200 level Sabres tix
sippyd
Buffalo Sabres
Location: Some unreal areas in the suburbs of Detroit. Buffalo, being smaller, simply doesn't have that.-Prock, NY
Joined: 09.30.2007

Jan 9 @ 10:58 AM ET
Nice easy drive to buffalo from city of ton.
- cabin


Till you hit the side streets.
IndianaSabresFan
Buffalo Sabres
Location: Matt FRICKIN ELLIS, IN
Joined: 01.17.2007

Jan 9 @ 11:56 AM ET
One place i worked at once I aquired a top managers email password. Through research I discovered the top folk in the company(45 person company) were writing themselves weekly bonus checks of $2,500. After that I understood why they wanted everyone to come in regardless of weather. I was making thier McMansion and boat payments.

Edit: Cant say I hated the free 200 level Sabres tix

- Buffalo-Sabres

was that because of extortion?
JCSabs06
Buffalo Sabres
Location: The Edge...The only people who really know where it is have gone over
Joined: 09.06.2012

Jan 9 @ 1:28 PM ET
Till you hit the side streets.
- sippyd


Still fun in a subaru
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