Jordan Leopold Appreciation Thread

[Rivet52]

I know a lot of you are ecstatic he's gone but aside from this season Leopold was pretty solid for the Sabres in his three years here and was an even better person and teammate on and off the ice. He dedicated a lot of his time to the community as well and was always a true professional and class act.

While I'm glad we made the trade and got a good return for a player who wasn't playing well and who we weren't going to re-sign, it's sad to see him go. It was the right move but it's still a bit bittersweet losing a player we've been used to seeing for the past few years here (also a player who picked Buffalo to sign with as a UFA). He played poorly all season long but he had some good, solid years for Buffalo and that deserves recognition. He was a good player for the Sabres for the most part.

Just want to use this thread to appreciate what he did for the Sabres and for the city of Buffalo both on and off the ice over the years. Thanks to Jordan for everything and I wish him the best of luck in St. Louis!

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[jBuds]

Never had issues with him beyond his poor on ice play this year. Wishing him success in STL.

 

[jBuds]

He was serviceable for us. Ate minutes, killed penalties, could play the PP, paired well with anyone really. Many, myself included, were clouded by piss poor play this year regarding what he brought to the table in his tenure here overall. Good luck, Jordanski

 

[chadthestampede]

Favorite Leopold moment:



"DAYYYYUM LEOPOLD!!!! YOU COLD BRO??????"

 

[kirby11]

Favorite Leopold moment:



"DAYYYYUM LEOPOLD!!!! YOU COLD BRO??????"

was not expecting that at all
Hope Leo does well in STL, before this year he was a pretty steady top 4 guy for us

 

[Jacob582]

Good Luck in St. Louis.

 

[gallagt01]

I liked Leo in his time as a Sabre.

Good luck in St. Louis.

Honest question, what was he involved with in the community?

 

[McCauleyChirps]

I showed this youtube when we signed him.



And now its in his appreciation thread.

 

[struckbyaparkedcar]

He was serviceable. Also one of the worst defenders on the team each year he was here. Pietrangelo will be the best own-zone guy he's ever played with, though.

 

[chadthestampede]

He was serviceable. Also one of the worst defenders on the team each year he was here. Pietrangelo will be the best own-zone guy he's ever played with, though.

Pretty sure that's not true at all.

 

[TheMistyStranger]

Pretty sure that's not true at all.

I wonder if he means in his own end only.

 

[chadthestampede]

I wonder if he means in his own end only.

Ah I see. I still don't necessarily agree but I originally took it to mean all around worst.

 

[sabresfan129103]

I appreciate that he's gone. Good riddance.

 

[N.Y. Orangeman]

Was pleasant and meticulous about his hygiene. Good luck, Leo.

 

[Timbo Slice]

Good guy. Scored 10 goals for us a few years ago. Really, honestly hope he does well in St. Louis.

 

[ZZamboni]

The entire time Leopold was here (2010-2013), let's see who was better...

Gragnani was better ...

Weber was better ...

Butler was better ...

Morrisonn was better ...








Leopold was good more times than bad overall In his ENTIRE time here. How soon memories fade. This year he was a tire fire most nights. Good luck Butters!

 

[Salzig]

Thanks Leo for giving up your body (led the team in blocked shots last year, was 2nd the year before). His game certainly wasn't stellar, but mostly solid. Good luck in St. Louis, I would have no issues seeing you with the Cup at the end of the season.

 

[struckbyaparkedcar]

Ah I see. I still don't necessarily agree but I originally took it to mean all around worst.

I meant defensively.

Second to Myers in GA/60 in 2011, third to Weber and Ehrhoff in 2012, second to Regehr in 2013. This is of course while playing either fewer, or drastically more sheltered minutes than everyone but Weber on that list.

He stopped having a role on this team the millisecond Ehrhoff was added to the fold. Both Myers and Christian need a defensively apt LD, he's not that, and we don't need three pairings that are one-half offensive defenseman.

 

[CriminallyVu1gar]

St. Louis's forwards actually know how to play defense, so I predict that he looks great in St. Louis.

 

[1TuchAnd1NoTuch]

I'll always remember that big GTG against toronto last year. He really was a problem this year though, good luck to him

 

[vcv]

Good first 2 seasons. End up proving most of us wrong after Regier signed him and lots thought $3M was a terrible deal.

 

[Sabresfansince1980]

First year in Buffalo he had the most pts in a season for his career. Second season wasn't as good but the Toronto goal alone is enough for an appreciation thread. I hope he does well in St. Louis, but not well enough for the team to get a late 2nd rd draft position.