I ran into an acquaintance in the mall today. He's a big Flyers fan and a hockey fan in general. He hadn't heard about the Miller deal so I told him about it.
His reaction?
"Wow, you mean the Sabres actually spent money?"
To be fair, when I told him the amount, he said it sounded like a good deal.
Now, I realize this is anecdotal and it doesn't prove anything, but I always find it interesting to hear the perception of other fans who don't particularly like or dislike my favorite team in a particular sport. From conversations I've had with this guy before, I can tell that he knows his hockey. I don't think ESPN is going to be offering him Barry Melrose's job anytime soon, but he does know more than the average fan. Unfortunately, I can't say I was surprised to hear that his impression is that the Sabres don't spend money.
I have to wonder how many fans- and more importantly, players- have that same impression.
His reaction?
"Wow, you mean the Sabres actually spent money?"
To be fair, when I told him the amount, he said it sounded like a good deal.
Now, I realize this is anecdotal and it doesn't prove anything, but I always find it interesting to hear the perception of other fans who don't particularly like or dislike my favorite team in a particular sport. From conversations I've had with this guy before, I can tell that he knows his hockey. I don't think ESPN is going to be offering him Barry Melrose's job anytime soon, but he does know more than the average fan. Unfortunately, I can't say I was surprised to hear that his impression is that the Sabres don't spend money.
I have to wonder how many fans- and more importantly, players- have that same impression.
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