Post-Game Talk (GBU): Welcome to Buffalo, Jack! [Mod Warning: Post #101]

[La Cosa Nostra]

I predict a rookie season of 28 goals and 35 assists for 63 points. Next closest Sabre will be Kane with 27 goals and 25 assists for 52 points and then Ennis 21 goals and 28 assists for 49 points.

 

[couture23]

I predict a rookie season of 28 goals and 35 assists for 63 points. Next closest Sabre will be Kane with 27 goals and 25 assists for 52 points and then Ennis 21 goals and 28 assists for 49 points.

I really hope Tyler Ennis can get more than 3 extra points from last season.

He had 46 this year, he could easily get 56, if not more.

 

[haseoke39]

I predict a rookie season of 28 goals and 35 assists for 63 points. Next closest Sabre will be Kane with 27 goals and 25 assists for 52 points and then Ennis 21 goals and 28 assists for 49 points.

Sounds about right. I think Ennis may be higher, Kane a little lower.

 

[kcoxsabresfan]

I've been looking for the Hockey News draft preview on news stands and still haven't see it. I'm assuming it's coming out this week.

I talked to the magazine distributor at Wegmans last week and she said she expected the issue in stores today.

 

[Sabre Dance]

I really hope Tyler Ennis can get more than 3 extra points from last season.

He had 46 this year, he could easily get 56, if not more.

Ennis always seems poised for a breakout year but it never comes.

I think he does have more in him though especially if he isn't the best player on his line, which has been the case most of his career.

 

[kirby11]

Ennis always seems poised for a breakout year but it never comes.

I think he does have more in him though especially if he isn't the best player on his line, which has been the case most of his career.

It's hard to have the points to qualify for a "breakout year" when your team is a trainwreck. Heck, I'd say this past season could be considered a breakout year for Ennis in that he consistently put up points despite being our only legitimate offensive weapon besides Girgs, who was out for the home stretch of the season.

 

[HP00]

Ennis always seems poised for a breakout year but it never comes.

I think he does have more in him though especially if he isn't the best player on his line, which has been the case most of his career.

To me, this was Ennis' breakout year. Sure his point total was not that high but considering the circumstances the point total is actually pretty impressive. Ennis surprised me so much this season, you can tell how he has matured and I admire how much he puts into every game.

 

[DeadGhost]

To me, this was Ennis' breakout year. Sure his point total was not that high but considering the circumstances the point total is actually pretty impressive. Ennis surprised me so much this season, you can tell how he has matured and I admire how much he puts into every game.

Couldn't agree more. Eager to watch him with more competent players on his line/taking pressure off his line.

 

[Sabre Dance]

To me, this was Ennis' breakout year. Sure his point total was not that high but considering the circumstances the point total is actually pretty impressive. Ennis surprised me so much this season, you can tell how he has matured and I admire how much he puts into every game.

I think he surprised the GM also.

 

[sabres4ever]

I hope Zemgus stays (relatively) healthy throughout the season. He was on track for at least 20 goals, I'd love to see him get 25 this year, and 25 assists. On a much improved team, this should be an attainable goal for him.

 

[26CornerBlitz]

 

[sba]

Murray sounded overwhelmed talking about Eichel after seeing him in the Worlds.

 

[PopeInTheWoods]

Welcome Jack! I recommend you pick #15, it's got a bit of Jack history here in Buffalo:

Hopefully you can win two championships here too. The Congressman and Presidential / VP candidate follow-up jobs are optional.

 

[couture23]

Murray sounded overwhelmed talking about Eichel after seeing him in the Worlds.

He is basically in love, don't blame him.

I hope he picks #15 too

 

[Slangston]

Murray sounded overwhelmed talking about Eichel after seeing him in the Worlds.

What?

Did he do an interview recently, and is there a link to such?

 

[couture23]

What?

Did he do an interview recently, and is there a link to such?

He was just on WGR and it was fantastic.

The audio should be up on the site soon.

 

[schpaff]

What?

Did he do an interview recently, and is there a link to such?

WGR...3-3:30. It'll be in the vault but I'm sure someone will post the presser.

 

[Paxon]

WGR...3-3:30. It'll be in the vault but I'm sure someone will post the presser.

Sabres GM Tim Murray on WGR 5-21 | Direct MP3 Link

 

[NewBoysClub97*]

Hey Sabres fans here is a nice compliment from Hendricks on the radio today:

Jason Gregor ‏@JasonGregor 4m4 minutes ago
"I'd be lying if I said I'm not excited about possibility of having McDavid on our team, especially after seeing Eichel." Hendricks. #Oilers

Basically saying wow if McDavid is as good or even better then what a treat.

 

[Paxon]

Hey Sabres fans here is a nice compliment from Hendricks on the radio today:

Jason Gregor ‏@JasonGregor 4m4 minutes ago
"I'd be lying if I said I'm not excited about possibility of having McDavid on our team, especially after seeing Eichel." Hendricks. #Oilers

Basically saying wow if McDavid is as good or even better then what a treat.

I can definitely see him thinking "wow... this McDavid is supposed to be better than this kid?" Congrats to Hendricks for captaining a great run relative to expectations from Team USA. I haven't had that much fun watching USA at the WJC in years.

Can't wait to see the first Sabres - Oilers game and how these two perform. The Sabres - Oilers games the past two seasons, along with the Sabres - Coyotes games this year, have been truly bizarre experiences.

 

[NewBoysClub97*]

@JasonGregor: "I knew he was highly touted, but his ability was even more special up close. He can control the game." Hendricks on Eichel.

 

[cramdizzl]

Eichel will be playing summer hockey in Buffalo, against local pros and college players. His team includes Pat Kane, Girgs, and Vinny Scarcella. Good luck to the opposition.

 

[Dubi Doo]

It's good to hear that Murray has no intentions of trading the 2nd overall pick. It's obvious he shouldn't have any intentions of trading that pick, but to hear him say that eases my mind.

 

[vcv]

Eichel will be playing summer hockey in Buffalo, against local pros and college players. His team includes Pat Kane, Girgs, and Vinny Scarcella. Good luck to the opposition.

The League ran by the Sabres scout? Where did you hear that?

edit: Don't see him: http://www.buffalohockeyleague.com/2014-rosters/

 

[couture23]

The League ran by the Sabres scout? Where did you hear that?

edit: Don't see him: http://www.buffalohockeyleague.com/2014-rosters/

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