Trade all picks for Islanders first rounder!
Trade all picks for Islanders first rounder!
“You hold a players only meeting and get each guy to stand up and say what he can bring to the table... and if he doesn't, you punch him in the face.” ~~ Harry Neale, on how to fix the Sabres season.
and Hecht.
I say go for this guy.. a Myers/Doherty pairing would be dirty!
http://www.hockeysfuture.com/article...pects_for2009/15. Taylor Doherty, D, Kingston
6'6, 220
CSS 58 NA, ISS 52
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.
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.
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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Agreed!Originally Posted by Ebenezer
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.)
Birthday: January 3, 1991
Hometown: Freelton, ON
Position: Defense Shot: Right
NHL Status: Eligible in 2009
Height: 5'10" Weight: 173
Favourite NHL Team: Buffalo Sabres
Favourite Band: Theory of a Deadman
Favourite Food: Chicken and Alfredo Pasta
Idol Growing Up: Rob Blake
Best Minor Hockey Memory: Winning minor league Midget title
http://new.windsorspitfires.com/players.php
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
http://www.sabresprospects.com/
http://www.hockeysfuture.com/teams/buffalo_sabres
Last edited by BillsSabresB.C.T. Fan; 06-18-2009 at 08:15 PM.
The Sabres aren't that interested in winning.Originally Posted by Ebenezer
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.
We are in 5th place
Clump is on the IR
Chubluv average is 167
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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.
Originally Posted by mysticsoto
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.
there's no way the Sabres are taking a skinhead RussianOriginally Posted by Lawesome97
Last edited by BillsSabresB.C.T. Fan; 06-19-2009 at 11:43 AM.
A what?Originally Posted by LOSman WINS
Last edited by Dude; 06-19-2009 at 11:50 AM.
Skinhead Russian.Originally Posted by Dude
At least that is what LW calls him.
I would ask why, but I am afraid he would actually answer.
I'll ask.
What basis is there for calling him a "Skinhead Russian"?
he has no hair and he is from this country called Russia?
LW is a fool
I'd be trading away picks yearly to move up...after the first handful the NHL draft is a crap shoot.Originally Posted by SabreEleven
NOW there is a news flash.Originally Posted by JD SabreFan
The draft is always a crapshoot. Sometimes even the first few picks.Originally Posted by Ebenezer
Last edited by chernobylwraiths; 06-20-2009 at 08:34 AM.