Post-Game Talk: Preseason Game #2 2-1 Pens win: Fine! Simon scored, but I’m going to complain about it

[Zirakzigil]

AHL Pens beat the ECHL Sabres, otherwise known as the Sabres expected starting roster. Simon scored though, let’s keep him in the AHL where he belongs.

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[Randy Butternubs]

Posting here too:

Seriously, not much of note. The top line of Simon-Chaput-Puustinen was the best line with Simon and Chap doing most of the work. Zoho made some decent plays. Bellerive was noticeable when he was antagonizing. The 6 defensemen were uninspiring yet inoffensive. And CDS played quite well while Domingue certainly wasn't bad.

 

[Tacitus Kilgore]

Despite the 2 goals, that didn't feel all that much more exciting than the last game. I feel so bad for BUF fans man

 

[Clare2904]

Had the game on the iPad, mostly listened. Half the time I did not know if the player was one of ours or a Sabre

 

[Flying Dego]

Does this #28 guy have a chance for a roster spot? Kinda dull and lackluster...don't think he'll make it.

 

[dogthateats]

I think they iced the lineup that they did to make Simon look like one of the best players so that Sullivan can justify starting him on the big squad for game 1.

 

[Zirakzigil]

Posting here too:

Seriously, not much of note. The top line of Simon-Chaput-Puustinen was the best line with Simon and Chap doing most of the work. Zoho made some decent plays. Bellerive was noticeable when he was antagonizing. The 6 defensemen were uninspiring yet inoffensive. And CDS played quite well while Domingue certainly wasn't bad.

Domingue is who he is, depth. He can come in and keep the bench warm and if absolutely needs be, can play limited minutes.

 

[AuroraBorealis]

Maybe so, but he's still only 21. Lids didn't win his first Norris until he was what 30? It's certainly possible he can round out his game. Perhaps Owen Power see's it your way and doesn't want to rush himself and is the first 1st overall to not play in his draft year in a long ass time

Yeah I think that will only help Power long term. I like it when they use Forwards at the NHL level very young. But D is different. They need a few more years.

Yes, Lidstrom won the Norris at 30 but if we watched the footage back I bet he was way, way ahead of Dahlin's defensive game between 18 and 21.
+36 in his rookie year

 

[Randy Butternubs]

Domingue is who he is, depth. He can come in and keep the bench warm and if absolutely needs be, can play limited minutes.

Yep. He's more for the injuries and WBS when they have 3 games in 3 days.

 

[Big Friggin Dummy]

Buffalo sucks. I'm glad we're not gonna suck like that in like three years. Haha... Ha.

 

[Flying Dego]

I think they iced the lineup that they did to make Simon look like one of the best players so that Sullivan can justify starting him on the big squad for game 1.

STOP IT...I'm immediately irritated bc that's way to likely.

 

[Big Friggin Dummy]

I think they iced the lineup that they did to make Simon look like one of the best players so that Sullivan can justify starting him on the big squad for game 1.

Oh that's good. That's a fun conspiracy. I'm in, hell yeah.

 

[Tacitus Kilgore]

Yeah I think that will only help Power long term. I like it when they use Forwards at the NHL level very young. But D is different. They need a few more years.

Yes, Lidstrom won the Norris at 30 but if we watched the footage back I bet he was way, way ahead of Dahlin's defensive game between 18 and 21.
+36 in his rookie year

Lids first 3 years also saw him on a D-core with Konstantinov and Paul Coffey. There is no one remotely close to that on BUF to mentor Dahlin. Having said that, he was still ahead of Dahlin defensively. But since Dahlin is 21 there is so much room for him to become more well rounded, I would even bet on it.

 

[jmelm]

O’Connor quietly had an impressive night. He looked like an NHLer amongst AHLers despite not showing up on the scoresheet. Was great on faceoffs (71%) and played well in all 3 zones. I didn’t even know he played centre, but he certainly didn’t look out of place at C in this game. We’ll see how Hallander does in the coming games but O’Conner is making a real case for himself to start the season on the 4th line if he keeps playing like this. When everyone is healthy and if he goes back to WBS, I think he’ll have a big time season there.

 

[AuroraBorealis]

O’Connor quietly had an impressive night. He looked like an NHL amongst AHLers despite not showing up on the scoresheet. Was great on faceoffs (71%) and played well in all 3 zones. I didn’t even know he played centre, but he certainly didn’t look out of place at C in this game. We’ll see how Hallander does in the coming games but O’Conner is making a real case for himself to start the season on the 4th line if he keeps playing like this. When everyone is healthy and if he goes back to WBS, I think he’ll have a big time season there.

I would certainly use DOC over Boyle, who looks completely washed. The faster we are the better we play. That's been a trend for years.
If all you're bringing to the table is size, it's not enough. Supposedly he was a good PK'er at least, but we'll see if he still is.

 

[dogthateats]

Damn. Some players played big minutes:

Kapanen: 21:57
Poulin 21:18
Pettersson: 24:59
Reilly: 20:53
Zohorna 20:01

makes me wonder if they are being tested to see if they could handle NHL minutes?

for comparison some other toi:
Legare: 14:52
Puustinen: 12:15
Angello: 12:09
Chaput: 14:19
Bartkowski: 16:34

 

[Big Friggin Dummy]

Damn Puustinen really is the Finnish Phil Kessel--Sully hates him! /s

 

[KareemTrustfund]

Dom, you dropped this crown, you king.

 

[KareemTrustfund]

I was in and out of the game with annoying phone calls, but I can’t say Poulin has done anything to stand out whatsoever. I liked Will Reilly out there.

 

[Bowski]

Domingue is who he is, depth. He can come in and keep the bench warm and if absolutely needs be, can play limited minutes.

Domingue's vertical size is nice, helped in this game.
CDS is kind of short, Jarry is wide and currently sucks. A giant fit goalie in the pipeline ain't bad to have.

 

[FreeBobbyFarnham]

For those that missed it. I'm guessing his hands are fully healed throwing em like that.

 

[wej20]

For those that missed it. I'm guessing his hands are fully healed throwing em like that.

I'm remember seeing a few of his fights before, he throws punches like he means it. Not going to be knocking out Tom Wilson unfortunately but I think he can hold his own against guys his own size.

 

[Randy Butternubs]

I think I said it in one of the prospect polls, but I think Bellerive can be a Nick Cousins-lite. @Honour Over Glory should like that.

Sports Forecaster isn't all knowing, but here's what they say about NC:

"Has plenty of abrasiveness in his game, and is always willing to stir the pot. Can also play a sound two-way game. Adds plenty of versatility to a roster. Must prove he can continue to play his rambunctious style as he climbs the ladder. Also, the jury is out on his point-producing ability at the NHL level.

Long Range Potential: Agitating forward with some upside."
https://sportsforecaster.com/nhl/p/19096/Nick_Cousins​

 

[Andy99]

HockeyBuzz.com - Ryan Wilson - Penguins and Sabres preseason game as exciting as you thought it would be

 

[LOGiK]

For those that missed it. I'm guessing his hands are fully healed throwing em like that.

Healed? From the fire? ]Wasn't that about 3 years ago now?