He has 37 points in 38 games.

Hes top 25 points in that league having played 10-15 games less that every other player.

I wouldn't write him off just yet. Its still very early.

he'll get a shot.
- ImThatGuy

I was reading into Broads defense of Skinner when I said 12 goals all year, end of the year slump last year since he always defends him.

He won't do either next year. If he plays in the top 9 he better make an impact of some sort, he sure as Hell isn't playing on the 4th line with that minute size.
- GilPerreault11

Honestly at this point, hasn't the LOG line become the defacto 3rd line by points, PT, salary, and every other metric we are looking at? A pretty decent 3rd line at that. So if we can have him one the 4th line next year and not look outta place, great.

I was reading into Broads defense of Skinner when I said 12 goals all year, end of the year slump last year since he always defends him.
- GilPerreault11

Im not hear to argue Skinner ive done enough of that

I really like Rustaleinen(sp?)
I think he is a damn good prospect.

Take into account the GM that got him. If that doesn't lower your expectations, nothing will.
- Hatboro_Swords

Same GM that traded for the Wayne Train. You like him correct?

I was reading into Broads defense of Skinner when I said 12 goals all year, end of the year slump last year since he always defends him.
- GilPerreault11

most centers are play makers

even the great one had over 2 assists for every goal in the nhl

1487 nhl games
894 goals
1963 assists

Same GM that traded for the Wayne Train. You like him correct?
- SDSabre

Simmer!!!!

Who is this Teemu Turunen guy.

Crushing Liiga, only 24 Buffalo needs to be trying to sign that guy.

Simmer!!!!
- Hatboro_Swords

Who is this Teemu Turunen guy.

Crushing Liiga, only 24 Buffalo needs to be trying to sign that guy.
- ImThatGuy

*furiously checks hockeyreference for past goal droughts*

My point, which triggered many, was that the minute center will not play for the Sabres next year and did not expect someone who was never drafted, played a game for the Sabres to get such devotion. The current Sabres fan base is an odd lot.

Im not hear to argue Skinner ive done enough of that

I really like Rustaleinen(sp?)
I think he is a damn good prospect.
- ImThatGuy

I am ambivalent but sure he isn't on the roster next year.

My point, which triggered many, was that the minute center will not play for the Sabres next year and did not expect someone who was never drafted, played a game for the Sabres to get such devotion. The current Sabres fan base is an odd lot.
- GilPerreault11

Did I miss the Ruotsalainen idol worshiping or something?

My point, which triggered many, was that the minute center will not play for the Sabres next year and did not expect someone who was never drafted, played a game for the Sabres to get such devotion. The current Sabres fan base is an odd lot.
- GilPerreault11

Did I miss the Ruotsalainen idol worshiping or something?
- TheSabresTaco

It's a cult. A cult of one. And that one lives in Gil's head.

My point, which triggered many, was that the minute center will not play for the Sabres next year and did not expect someone who was never drafted, played a game for the Sabres to get such devotion. The current Sabres fan base is an odd lot.
- GilPerreault11

There might be a spot for one of either him or Asplund but I wouldnt expect either to make a large contribution on the score sheet. The better bet is for the GM to act like he wont be here and plan the summer accordingly

Did I miss the Ruotsalainen idol worshiping or something?
- TheSabresTaco

JBotts has him penciled in as 2C next season.

Did I miss the Ruotsalainen idol worshiping or something?
- TheSabresTaco

Nope.

JBotts has him penciled in as 2C next season.
- mattsox

No, that's Larsson.

JBotts has him penciled in as 2C next season.
- mattsox

pffft - (frank). got me there.

If anyone wants to read up on a few guys the Sabres could potentially be looking at.

https://puck77.com/2019/0...an-undrafted-free-agency/

If anyone wants to read up on a few guys the Sabres could potentially be looking at.

https://puck77.com/2019/0...an-undrafted-free-agency/
- ImThatGuy

I'm only looking at trading jack for a 2nd so Ruotsalainen can play 1C

No, that's Larsson.
- SABRES 89

lol, I don't doubt it.

Is there any chance for Middlestat or is that a lost cause? I honestly haven't been following Rochester to know how he's doing.

There might be a spot for one of either him or Asplund but I wouldnt expect either to make a large contribution on the score sheet. The better bet is for the GM to act like he wont be here and plan the summer accordingly
- jcragcrumple

There are a lot of iffy options.

Cozens is having a better year in the WHL than Reinhart did at a year older, so I think he can skip the AHL and do okay...but I'd prefer at least 20 games with the Amercs. Ruotsoleinen I think is interesting, and I felt he never got much of a shot last summer, but he also looks like a guy who needs some AHL time. Pekar is having a good OHL season, but I think he needs the AHL as well. Asplund is ready now but won't score any more than Larsson does. Then there is still Mittelstadt, I can't imagine him starting next season in the AHL. Either he will be unloaded or he will be back here.

Lastly there is Kahun who seems to me to be worth at least a shot at center.

6 guys, one of them has to be a really good #3 center next year. Sign a #2 and I'm good.

lol, I don't doubt it.

Is there any chance for Middlestat or is that a lost cause? I honestly haven't been following Rochester to know how he's doing.
- mattsox

I don't know how he is doing either to be honest, they told Taylor to play him in all situations if needed. IMO , we need a legit 2nd line center and that's not Mitts.

There are a lot of iffy options.

Cozens is having a better year in the WHL than Reinhart did at a year older, so I think he can skip the AHL and do okay...but I'd prefer at least 20 games with the Amercs. Ruotsoleinen I think is interesting, and I felt he never got much of a shot last summer, but he also looks like a guy who needs some AHL time. Pekar is having a good OHL season, but I think he needs the AHL as well. Asplund is ready now but won't score any more than Larsson does. Then there is still Mittelstadt, I can't imagine him starting next season in the AHL. Either he will be unloaded or he will be back here.

Lastly there is Kahun who seems to me to be worth at least a shot at center.

6 guys, one of them has to be a really good #3 center next year. Sign a #2 and I'm good.
- matty12345

Can Cozens go to the Amerks at all until his WHL eligibility expires?