Football and hockey are bad comparables. It doesnt take 4-6 years to develop players in the NFL.
- Mentalorgasm5

Mostly because they’re not 18 years old when they play professionally.

Most NFL rookies are 22/23 years old.

Tremaine Edmunds is the exception not the rule and he’s still developing between the ears.

This and I don't think they will have a problem taking one or two.
- GilPerreault11

Especially if a 1st and Rossi + are there.

I would say it's between lambert and savioe all 3 are franchise players but I would put lambert at 2 right now
- gerbe75pts

We are positioning ourselves well and I just don't want to live through another McEichel year. I'll admit rooting for loses made it more interesting and meaningful than rooting for wins that most likely wouldn't come.

Exactly.
- Powerslave

Media trying to dictate a outcome.

New draft rules if sabres finish last they are guaranteed 1 of the 3.


Eichel needs to be gone.
- sabresfan69

Spot on

Mostly because they’re not 18 years old when they play professionally.

Most NFL rookies are 22/23 years old.

Tremaine Edmunds is the exception not the rule and he’s still developing between the ears.
- Stripes77

Oh I know, but thats my point. That is why you cant compare what "McBeane" did with the Bills. It doesnt work that way in the NHL.

We are positioning ourselves well and I just don't want to live through another McEichel year. I'll admit rooting for loses made it more interesting and meaningful than rooting for wins that most likely wouldn't come.
- GilPerreault11

https://www.si.com/hockey...the-next-great-draft-trio

https://www.si.com/hockey/news/three-headed-monster-meet-wright-savoie-and-lambert-the-next-great-draft-trio
- gerbe75pts

You mind as well trade Dahlin if this is the game plan

You mind as well trade Dahlin if this is the game plan
- Mentalorgasm5

Why? Dahlin on large contract, power on enters level, one of those 3 forwards on entry level, depending on return for eichel, it could be totally. Fine. What are you getting for Dahlin anyway?

https://www.si.com/hockey/news/three-headed-monster-meet-wright-savoie-and-lambert-the-next-great-draft-trio
- gerbe75pts

Nice, thanks!!

Why? Dahlin on large contract, power on enters level, one of those 3 forwards on entry level, depending on return for eichel, it could be totally. Fine. What are you getting for Dahlin anyway?
- Lilroot9

Because he is going to want out after two more years of losing, a total of 5.

Because he is going to want out after two more years of losing, a total of 5.
- Mentalorgasm5

If we show promise, doubt it. But never know.

I don’t think the return right now is what you want. If he improves more, value will be way higher. Wait for now.

You mind as well trade Dahlin if this is the game plan
- Mentalorgasm5

Might.

Why? 1 year?
Those 3 are jumping right in just like McDavid and Eichel did.

Where is Power playing next year?

He says Michigan BEFORE he was drafted.
- sabresfan69

I'm guessing buffalo next year for power.

Pretty sure only one 1OA hasnt started in the nhl in recent memory.

Why not get paid?

Or finish the season with buffalo after the NCAA tournament ends? Not sure how the timeline matches up given Michigan will be the last team standing.

I'm sure he would like to burn a year on his entrance contract.

Might.

Why? 1 year?
Those 3 are jumping right in just like McDavid and Eichel did.
- IonSabres

Because one player doesnt make a difference in Hockey. Apparently, this organization, and this forum, hasnt realized that yet.

Because he is going to want out after two more years of losing, a total of 5.
- Mentalorgasm5

You know him personally, I take it?

From Eklunds latest post on the main page...

However, the more people I talk to, the more I am getting how Montreal is indeed a big player in this and how the Habs are not at all afraid to put some serious names into the ring…It is absolutely true Kotkaniemi and Suzuki are part of the Eichel talks and it is not impossible that BOTH would be in the deal if it happens.. The Canadiens are VERY much wanting to make this splash.
As one source said, “It has been a very long time since the Habs have had a legit generational player and ownership feels that the time is now to take this opportunity.”

Because one player doesnt make a difference in Hockey. Apparently, this organization, and this forum, hasnt realized that yet.
- Mentalorgasm5

No they don't but when added to what is already here can push a team over the top.

There's also the possibility that Eichel's injury is overblown and a power play by Eichel and his agent to accelerate getting Eichel out of Buffalo...
- kingcong39

Yes absolutely.

Also, getting a disgruntled jack back in the line up this fall = more ticket sales/ more sh!t show/ top 3 pick

From Eklunds latest post on the main page...

However, the more people I talk to, the more I am getting how Montreal is indeed a big player in this and how the Habs are not at all afraid to put some serious names into the ring…It is absolutely true Kotkaniemi and Suzuki are part of the Eichel talks and it is not impossible that BOTH would be in the deal if it happens.. The Canadiens are VERY much wanting to make this splash.
As one source said, “It has been a very long time since the Habs have had a legit generational player and ownership feels that the time is now to take this opportunity.”
- Ratsreign

Funny thought they weren't getting any traction.

You know him personally, I take it?
- Powerslave

Dahlin entering his prime after the next 2 tank years.

Pay him 8 x 8 now.
Make him happy and under the Sabres control.

Who really knows what these guys are thinking?

Dahlin may settle down with a buffalo girl ☝️

From Eklunds latest post on the main page...

However, the more people I talk to, the more I am getting how Montreal is indeed a big player in this and how the Habs are not at all afraid to put some serious names into the ring…It is absolutely true Kotkaniemi and Suzuki are part of the Eichel talks and it is not impossible that BOTH would be in the deal if it happens.. The Canadiens are VERY much wanting to make this splash.
As one source said, “It has been a very long time since the Habs have had a legit generational player and ownership feels that the time is now to take this opportunity.”
- Ratsreign

If we traded with the Habs their draft picks may not be that bad. They were 18th this year with Weber, Eichel might be out a bit, Carey Price is not getting any younger and just had knee surgery , they might lose Suzuki and another big piece.

I would think seriously about doing it.

Dahlin entering his prime after the next 2 tank years.

Pay him 8 x 8 now.
Make him happy and under the Sabres control.

Who really knows what these guys are thinking?

Dahlin may settle down with a buffalo girl ☝️
- Boss34

I’m with you on this

My only concern is you’re stuck with a long contract on a player you expect to make the jump to star player but it’s risky because he hasn’t yet. A combination of that he clearly been coaching but it’s still a risk.

7 year $7 million per and let’s see what happens.

If we traded with the Habs their draft picks may not be that bad. They were 18th this year with Weber, Eichel might be out a bit, Carey Price is not getting any younger and just had knee surgery , they might lose Suzuki and another big piece.

I would think seriously about doing it.
- GilPerreault11

I agree 100%

Even with Eichel they’re an aging team that was the lowest place team to make the playoffs and Price was a stud in the playoffs. Plus they played in a much weaker Canadian division and not their actual division.

Give me Suzuki and JK plus their first the next two years and I will take it.

Eichel with Caufield will be super fun to watch but they’re a one line team. Sort of what Eichel played with the majority of his time here.

Sabres get a very good young center, a good young 3rd line center, and two more tickets to two very skilled drafts in 2022 and 2023…

https://www.si.com/hockey/news/three-headed-monster-meet-wright-savoie-and-lambert-the-next-great-draft-trio
- gerbe75pts

Seattle should be pretty bad. Same with Zona. Gonna be another 2015 race to a bottom.

Sell it to Cozens, Dahlin that is one more bad year and we have cupboards stocked already. Hit 2022-23 season loaded with players and talent on the team (power, Quinn, paterka, and next years pick)