Post-Game Talk (GBU): The Eichel, The Good, Bad, and Ugly - Sabres vs Bruins

[tsujimoto74]

Not a bad road trip for Dahlin either, at least in terms of generating more goals than he was on against. 1-4-5 in two games isn't too shabby for anyone, let alone on this offensively starved team.

I'm sure this board must be sick of my hot takes by now, but, ya know..I think this Dahlin kid might just be all right.

 

[Weaves]

TCB AGREES WITH MY EARLIER POST!

GO BUFFALO!

 

[Beerz]

I'd like to remind everyone that Jack Eichel is not a finished product. He still has room to grow.

Unreal.

 

[BuffaloGooner]

Can anybody find this Botts interview? I’d like to give it a listen but so far, no dice.

 

[1specter]

Don't like you guys, but hate the Bruins even more. Good stuff.

 

[Gabrielor]

Don't like you guys, but hate the Bruins even more. Good stuff.

The feeling is mutual. I did sadly root for you last Saturday when you played Boston.

 

[darcyRegier]

Can anybody find this Botts interview? I’d like to give it a listen but so far, no dice.

I think this is the right one:

 

[dasaybz]

Was Bogo the best player in the Kane deal?

G: f***ing beast Girgs.

Gooder: Eichel

Best: look at the standings

Bad: they aren't playing tomorrow

Ugly: Marchand's smug face. I just want to punch it.

 

[Man of Principles]

I'm okay with Eichel not being lumped in the same category with the elites of this league. Let him "quietly" run the show. It's truly been a treat to watch. Eichel won't reach that level of notoriety until the Sabres make the playoffs and/or win a series.

 

[Hasekperreault23]

At what?

I admire your optimism, I guess.

Nice hands deadly shot great size needs to grow into his body.At least he creates some scoring opportunities and always a threat with that shot.Pominville,sobotka are dead offensively and Sheary,okposo are hurting us by not providing any secondary scoring although Okposo effort is undeniable.I think Thompson and Mitts are under the microscope because the vets aren't scoring.If the vets were scoring mitts and Thompson could develop on third line at a steady pace and everyone would be happy.Yes optimistic about Thompson lol

 

[DolanPlsGoSabres]

I went to school in Boston, can't stand the Bruins from Jacobs on down, and 7 years later I still LOVE it when we beat them. First time in 12 years we've won 3 straight in their barn, too. 4 points for Jack. 17 multipoint games for Jack. And a HUGE 2 points. Even with the OT loss yesterday, this was a big time win for back to back games on the road

You're also on the Sabres reddit!

 

[Hasek]

Jeff Skinner has the most contagious smile ever. Whenever he's celebrating, he's like a little kid in a candy store. This type of energy must be really rubbing off on the other guys. When you see a guy get so happy, something must get triggered in your brain were you seek to replicate this moment.

Skinner should make sure that Jack's favourite colour is indeed red, so that things are just right when he's celebrating red panty night, after cashing in.

Speaking of shots to the face. I am happy to see that Z is getting some love again.

 

[matter2003]

Habs fan here. Really enjoyed watching your team beat Boston. Damn impressive game from Ullmark and Eichel. Congrats on bumping Toronto down a notch!

Thanks! Eichel's first goal was almost a carbon copy of his goal last night against the Caps...minus the unbelievable inside out move yesterday...same place, same shot...a rocket right under the bar shortside...

Dude is turning into an unstoppable force

 

[sabrebuild]

I'm sure this board must be sick of my hot takes by now, but, ya know..I think this Dahlin kid might just be all right.

You are out of control you yellow journalism psycho!!!

 

[Matt Ress]

Mittelstadt, ERod and Okposo? Maybe. Sobotka, Thompson and Pominville? No. Sobotka and Thompson are arguably two of the worst players in the NHL.

I'd like to hear that argument. Sobotka is a defensive presence most nights and if you don't see the value in TT I don't know what you are watching.

 

[Moncton man]

Remember when we were waiting for Jack to heat up in the goal scoring department?

 

[Derg12]

I am forming a religion dedicated to worshiping Jack. I will begin processing applications as soon as I hire the 3,000 or so people I will need to handle the demand.

I'll bring the Grape Flavor-Aid.

 

[sabremike]

I'll bring the Grape Flavor-Aid.

OK, Jack will turn it into wine for us.

 

[toomuchsauce]

I'd like to hear that argument. Sobotka is a defensive presence most nights and if you don't see the value in TT I don't know what you are watching.

I do not see any on-ice value whatsoever in Tage Thompson. I guess we'll have to agree to disagree about him.

 

[toomuchsauce]

Nice hands deadly shot great size needs to grow into his body.At least he creates some scoring opportunities and always a threat with that shot.Pominville,sobotka are dead offensively and Sheary,okposo are hurting us by not providing any secondary scoring although Okposo effort is undeniable.I think Thompson and Mitts are under the microscope because the vets aren't scoring.If the vets were scoring mitts and Thompson could develop on third line at a steady pace and everyone would be happy.Yes optimistic about Thompson lol

I will agree that Thompson could become better as he matures.

 

[Matt Ress]

I do not see any on-ice value whatsoever in Tage Thompson. I guess we'll have to agree to disagree about him.

Thats unfortunate. If you don't see his above average (enthusiastic) board play, obviously top notch shot, ridiculous hands combined with the big frame and skating ability, I'm happy to disagree. But when you factor in the fact that he doesn't lack hockey sense, I have to admit I don't understand how one wouldn't see his raging potential.

It's less about agreement and more about understanding. Do you disagree with my analysis or another factor?

 

[Havok89]

Thats unfortunate. If you don't see his above average (enthusiastic) board play, obviously top notch shot, ridiculous hands combined with the big frame and skating ability, I'm happy to disagree. But when you factor in the fact that he doesn't lack hockey sense, I have to admit I don't understand how one wouldn't see his raging potential.

It's less about agreement and more about understanding. Do you disagree with my analysis or another factor?

There’s lots of potential there but he doesn’t produce much of a positive impact most games.

 

[Royal Thunder]

There’s lots of potential there but he doesn’t produce much of a positive impact most games.

To be fair his linemates are Pominvisible and Sobotka. While I agree he is still very raw, I do genuinely see a lot of potential in him to be a good middle 6 winger.

 

[Doohickie]

We SERIOUSLY need a pulse from the Mitts line and ESPECIALLY the Sobotka line. They can't just kill time and wait for Eichels to win and Larssons to play d. They're super passengers through the last 2.

They need to switch around the middle six. Maybe swap Tage and Okie at RW. I think Okposo and Mittelstadt seem to have a good rapport with that common Minnesota accent and all, but KO has really just cooled off lately. Maybe it's time to see what Mitts can do with Tage.

 

[Doohickie]

I’d like to see how much Dahlin plays with the top line. I imagine it’s a lot and that it’s making a big difference by giving the line more offensive zone time.

Absolutely. And when they're all out there together, it almost seems like Eich looks for him just as much as he looks for his linemates, especially on the rush. Skinner is a finisher, Reinhart is a passer, but Jack and Dahlin are both great stick handlers who can drive the rush.