I thought season 1 was great. Started season 2 and said "ya know what ? I'm kinda sick of them getting out of precarious situation after precarious situation all the time" so I stopped watching.
- kritter65

I was recommended to watch the show based on breaking bad being one of my favorites

Out of the gate I was hooked but stopped watching a couple episodes into season 3. I thought it was good but I lost interest quickly by the end of season 2 for whatever reason. I dont think its nearly as good as breaking bad but maybe i shouldnt have held it to that standard

Sabres could have a problem this year, finally seeing a nice influx of prospects, gonna have to find places for these kids to play.
- Buff36

Hello Rochester

Sabres could have a problem this year, finally seeing a nice influx of prospects, gonna have to find places for these kids to play.
- Buff36

Wouldn’t surprise me if our Euro prospects just stay over there
Ruotsalainen is the only guy i could see making the Sabres anyways, and it would be in a bottom6 role
So it might just make more sense for him to stay in Finland for the season

And with the AHL uncertainty,
our other Euro prospects could just stay home as well
Gonna be issues with getting ppl over here, etc too- especially if numbers keep rising

If there is no AHL, I am guessing the NHL will take a page from Major League Baseball's book and put together a taxi squad.

My guess is that the AHL will be looking at vaccine distribution as the final factor as to whether there is a season or not. If distribution is going well, I would think they could stomach a month or two of limited to no fan attendance, but nothing more.
- buffalofan19

Even if they go bubble for a bit before slowly opening up, they need to get going in Jan. If all goes well they're talking about plenty of vaccine available in Q2 meaning they could conceivably begin to really ramp up attendance in mid-late March, April and into May.

2 cents

Wouldn’t surprise me if our Euro prospects just stay over there
Ruotsalainen is the only guy i could see making the Sabres anyways, and it would be in a bottom6 role
So it might just make more sense for him to stay in Finland for the season

And with the AHL uncertainty,
our other Euro prospects could just stay home as well
Gonna be issues with getting ppl over here, etc too- especially if numbers keep rising
- jdfitz77

But those leagues are starting to pause over in Europe to, this is a crucial time for the Sabres, they need some of these prospects to take the next step, not that the all don't matter. But the next 2 to 3 yrs we have probably 10 to 12 prospects hitting the system that could be NHL players at some level or tade chips.

Hello Rochester
- Michael Pachla

Yes Rochester, will be huge the next 2 to 3yrs, but so will the other leagues. If they pause it could be a problem.

Yes Rochester, will be huge the next 2 to 3yrs, but so will the other leagues. If they pause it could be a problem.
- Buff36

Good possibility it will happen in the next 6-8 weeks as the pandemic, according to experts, will get significantly worse. After that things should begin to improve. At least that's what they're saying.

Vaccine is a game-changer

Good possibility it will happen in the next 6-8 weeks as the pandemic, according to experts, will get significantly worse. After that things should begin to improve. At least that's what they're saying.

Vaccine is a game-changer
- Michael Pachla

Hopefully, and not even for the Sports, semblance of a normal life. Man Cave has become a ghost town.

If there is no AHL, I am guessing the NHL will take a page from Major League Baseball's book and put together a taxi squad.

My guess is that the AHL will be looking at vaccine distribution as the final factor as to whether there is a season or not. If distribution is going well, I would think they could stomach a month or two of limited to no fan attendance, but nothing more.
- buffalofan19

Last I read, the Vaccine wont be ready for the general population until late spring...so May, June.
If that holds, it won't have an impact on attendance for this season.

Last I read, the Vaccine wont be ready for the general population until late spring...so May, June.
If that holds, it won't have an impact on attendance for this season.
- IonSabres

I've seen May-June. I've seen as soon as late March-early April. It's all speculation at this point. I am fairly certain the leagues will be keeping an eye on things.

That was some fun back reading...

Last I read, the Vaccine wont be ready for the general population until late spring...so May, June.
If that holds, it won't have an impact on attendance for this season.
- IonSabres

Am of the opinion that, from what I've read and seen, having enough of the vaccines won't be the issue come mid-late March and into April. I guess we'll see

That was some fun back reading...
- Stripes77

The Sabres need to let Girgensons run the ball more

On the second last drive they had 3rd and 3 at midfield and had a light front and didn’t run the ball with Gordon.

Then instead of going for it on 4th and 3 they punt.

That along with spotting them 3 points at the end of the first half and that’s all she wrote folks
- Pegullaville

Kinda off topic, but wanted to ask a Broncos guy. I know Jeudy is supposedly god, but he’s been outplayed by Patrick more games then not. Just kinda curious how you see the WR situation playing itself out once Sutton is healthy. Have Patrick in a dynasty league, and with Sutton, Jeudy, and Hamler someone would have to be the odd man out.

The Sabres need to let Girgensons run the ball more
- jcragcrumple

Am of the opinion that, from what I've read and seen, having enough of the vaccines won't be the issue come mid-late March and into April. I guess we'll see
- Michael Pachla

Yup, too early to tell for sure, and will be interesting to see how
a) each state rolls it out, distribution, prioritization of various groups, etc
b) what Biden does nationally in view of the increasing numbers, how long does it last
c) the adoption rate, as presently ~50% of the population is skeptical (to say the least),
d) if proof of vaccination is required to attend mass gatherings

All of that significantly impacts the ability of indoor sports to attract attendees

Kinda off topic, but wanted to ask a Broncos guy. I know Jeudy is supposedly god, but he’s been outplayed by Patrick more games then not. Just kinda curious how you see the WR situation playing itself out once Sutton is healthy. Have Patrick in a dynasty league, and with Sutton, Jeudy, and Hamler someone would have to be the odd man out.
- SDSabre

Jeudy gets more attention from opposing defences leaving Patrick in the more favourable matchups which is a large reason why he’s getting more targets.

Now with Courtland Sutton back as the defacto #1 next year that should open more things up for Jeudy underneath.

Patrick is an RFA this year but I would think Elway would tender him and keep him in the fold at least for the time being. However with Hamler also being in the mix it is definitely possible that the Broncos could trade Patrick in the offseason or he’ll have his role reduced significantly.

It also depends if we bring back Hellen Keller at QB next year as well. Only Drew Lock can make an offence that features a Pro Bowl TE, Two former Pro Bowl RB’s, and a trio of pretty good receivers look like pulling teeth

The Sabres need to let Girgensons run the ball more
- jcragcrumple

Honestly he needs to run the powerplay, defense wins games

Honestly he needs to run the powerplay, defense wins games
- TheSabresTaco

Let Zemgus cook

Let Zemgus cook
- jcragcrumple

I chuckled

Honestly he needs to run the powerplay, defense wins games
- TheSabresTaco

To be fair, our Pk did cost us a playoff spot last year.

Jeudy gets more attention from opposing defences leaving Patrick in the more favourable matchups which is a large reason why he’s getting more targets.

Now with Courtland Sutton back as the defacto #1 next year that should open more things up for Jeudy underneath.

Patrick is an RFA this year but I would think Elway would tender him and keep him in the fold at least for the time being. However with Hamler also being in the mix it is definitely possible that the Broncos could trade Patrick in the offseason or he’ll have his role reduced significantly.

It also depends if we bring back Hellen Keller at QB next year as well. Only Drew Lock can make an offence that features a Pro Bowl TE, Two former Pro Bowl RB’s, and a trio of pretty good receivers look like pulling teeth
- Pegullaville

I didn’t realize he was that old (27). While I understand the matchup thing, he’s still outplayed Jeudy to the point where it looks like to the outside eye he’s being used as the number one. I mean, every teams number one gets the attention, but they don’t usually get outplayed by the number 2 consistently. I also understand Jeudy is a rookie with a less then ideal QB situation. Just seems Patrick has played himself into getting a look somewhere.

I didn’t realize he was that old (27). While I understand the matchup thing, he’s still outplayed Jeudy to the point where it looks like to the outside eye he’s being used as the number one. I mean, every teams number one gets the attention, but they don’t usually get outplayed by the number 2 consistently. I also understand Jeudy is a rookie with a less then ideal QB situation. Just seems Patrick has played himself into getting a look somewhere.
- SDSabre

That could definitely be the case yes. Patrick is a pretty good complimentary receiver and whether it’s in Denver or somewhere else he’s at the very least roster worthy even if he’s tucked away on your bench.

boring stuff

To be fair, our Pk did cost us a playoff spot last year.
- Pegullaville

John Vogel on The Athletic wrote an article several weeks ago in which he presented data to show ZG is among the worst at the penalty kill.
That data must have been missing when Adams jumped at the opportunity to overpay him by 40% and double down by doing so for 3 years.