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    The Draft is in 8 days..

    Trade all picks for Islanders first rounder!
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    Re: The Draft is in 8 days..

    and Hecht.

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    Re: The Draft is in 8 days..

    I say go for this guy.. a Myers/Doherty pairing would be dirty!



    15. Taylor Doherty, D, Kingston
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    When it comes to the blueline, several teams place a premium on size -- an asset that Doherty has in spades. At 6'6 and 220 pounds, Doherty still has room to fill out his already imposing frame.

    Doherty does not project to be an offensive force from the blueline either in junior or in the pro ranks, but he has the size and the defensive mindset to be a less offensively-minded Zdeno Chara type of blueliner. This year he showed a greater understanding of using his body both in regards to positioning and in terms of physical play -- to which his 140 PIMs can attest.

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    Re: The Draft is in 8 days..

    if there is guy under 120 pounds and in the 5'5 category who plays with heart but disappears during the playoffs, i bet we got him on our board. it'll make derek roy like more imposing.

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    Re: The Draft is in 8 days..

    I said it with Patrick Kane and I'll say it now...

    I'd move heaven and earth and get the #1 overall.




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    Re: The Draft is in 8 days..

    Quote Originally Posted by Ebenezer
    I said it with Patrick Kane and I'll say it now...

    I'd move heaven and earth and get the #1 overall.
    Agreed!

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    Re: The Draft is in 8 days..

    latest mock drafts I've seen still have the Sabres taking Ryan Ellis at #13 TSN has us taking Zack Kassian @ #13 (there is NO WAY that the Sabres are drafting Kassian. The only way the Sabres are getting Kassian is if they trade up to #10 or #11 they NEVER trade up two years in a row they traded up last year one spot because they thought that Los Angeles was going to take Myers.)



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    13. Buffalo Sabres - Zack Kassian - 6-3/211 - Right Wing - (Peterborough/OHL)

    Kassian is one of the only true power forwards on this list that can intimidate opponents and produce offence with equal efficiency. When he steps on the ice, he is always looking to make a check when the opportunity provides itself - and he hits to hurt. Do not let the rambunctious play distract you, since Kassian has some fine offensive skills at his disposal. His hockey sense and puck skills are good but not great which is fine since he bring other strong elements to the table. To his credit, Kassian does make good decisions with the puck and can surprise you at times and shows the passing skills to play with highly skilled players. He has a heavy shot and displays pretty soft hands in close around the net and could become a valuable crease presence. The kid is tough as nails and will hammer you with hits along the boards or in open ice and has no problem dropping the gloves and solving your problem. Kassian should develop into a reliable defensive player as he progresses. At times he can be a little inconsistent, but that is nothing new with prospects and as long as his work ethic is strong.
    http://www.tsn.ca/draftcentre/story/?id=281920



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    Re: The Draft is in 8 days..

    Quote Originally Posted by Ebenezer
    I said it with Patrick Kane and I'll say it now...

    I'd move heaven and earth and get the #1 overall.
    The Sabres aren't that interested in winning.

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    Re: The Draft is in 8 days..

    Is there some one who can be like Thomas Holmstrom from the Red Wings? That guy just stands in front of the net & usualy doesnt budge.


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    Re: The Draft is in 8 days..

    I would love to get the 1st or 2nd pick.

    And take Hedman. Niklas Lidstrom like defensemen are so rare. Give me that over an All-star forward any day.
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    Re: The Draft is in 8 days..

    Unlessa trade occurs I think the Sabres are likely to take Zack Kassian, the big winger from Perborough. They might be intrigued by C Nazim Kadri from London, if eh falls, RW Jordan Schroeder from University of Minnesota or RW Landon Ferraro from Red Deer, who is small, but has real pedigree.

    C Byron Froese from Everett is my sleeper pick. Great offensive potential, great on faceoffs, pedigree. He is just not very big at 6' 170

    I actually hope they strongly consider D Dmitri Kulikov from Drummondville. He is 6'0 190, skates very well. Extremely dangerous on offense and the powerplay and acceptable in the defensive zone. He should be available around our pick, but could be snapped up higher.

    I just can see him and Myers being conerstones for many, many years.

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    Re: The Draft is in 8 days..

    Quote Originally Posted by Lawesome97
    I actually hope they strongly consider D Dmitri Kulikov from Drummondville. He is 6'0 190, skates very well. Extremely dangerous on offense and the powerplay and acceptable in the defensive zone. He should be available around our pick, but could be snapped up higher.
    there's no way the Sabres are taking a skinhead Russian
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    Re: The Draft is in 8 days..

    Quote Originally Posted by LOSman WINS
    there's no way the Sabres are taking a skinhead Russian
    A what?
    Last edited by Dude; 06-19-2009 at 11:50 AM.

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    Re: The Draft is in 8 days..

    Quote Originally Posted by Dude
    A what?
    Skinhead Russian.

    At least that is what LW calls him.

    I would ask why, but I am afraid he would actually answer.

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    Re: The Draft is in 8 days..

    I'll ask.

    What basis is there for calling him a "Skinhead Russian"?

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    Re: The Draft is in 8 days..

    he has no hair and he is from this country called Russia?

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    Re: The Draft is in 8 days..

    LW is a fool

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    Re: The Draft is in 8 days..

    Quote Originally Posted by SabreEleven
    The Sabres aren't that interested in winning.
    I'd be trading away picks yearly to move up...after the first handful the NHL draft is a crap shoot.

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    Re: The Draft is in 8 days..

    Quote Originally Posted by JD SabreFan
    LW is a fool
    NOW there is a news flash.

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    Re: The Draft is in 8 days..

    Quote Originally Posted by Ebenezer
    I'd be trading away picks yearly to move up...after the first handful the NHL draft is a crap shoot.
    The draft is always a crapshoot. Sometimes even the first few picks.
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