QCity Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Hard to get excited about the NHL draft when we're probably not going to see this kid until 2019. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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thebug Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 (edited) Thought the Sabres were going to go with a D man, but nice pick! I think my Leafs got a steal at 17. Projected top 5 pick before getting mono last season. Skates like the wind. Hoping for Karlsson 2.0. Hate the schedule in regards to Sabres vs Leafs rivalry. No games for 5 months and then 4 games in 29 days? Hopefully those games will be huge for both teams playoff hopes and result in amazing hockey! Edited June 24, 2017 by thebug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 He was pretty highly ranked by: http://www.mynhldraft.com/2017-draft/2017-nhl-draft-rankings Thanks for this, 26! Across the boards, he's ranked very high! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted June 24, 2017 Author Share Posted June 24, 2017 Thanks for this, 26! Across the boards, he's ranked very high! You're welcome. Should be a key player for the Blue and Gold in a couple of seasons: https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nhl/2017/06/23/nhl-draft-2017-first-round-picks-scouting-reports/424648001/ 8. Buffalo Sabres — C Casey Mittelstadt. A very heady and skilled player at both ends. Operates on a different level from the rest of his teammates, both at the high school and USHL levels, but when working with other high hockey IQ guys on his wing during international events, he demonstrates superior skills and thought processes. Able to read off creative linemates and move instinctively to open ice, creating dangerous chances constantly. He’s got an explosive stride with an effortless shot release. We love his competitive fire. Likes to carry the puck and gains the offensive zone easily, backing defenders off the blue line. Has continued to round out his game in a gradual build-up, getting incrementally bigger, stronger and faster each of the past three seasons. Thick build and deceptively strong. Needs to move his feet more — it’s so easy for him to dominate at high school level that he picked up some lazy footwork habits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4merper4mer Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 2nd rounder also a center. Have they given up on retaining Eichel long term? I hope not. Then a goalie. That's good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted June 24, 2017 Author Share Posted June 24, 2017 @BuffaloSabres At #37 overall, we pick center Marcus Davidsson "A gritty two-way worker." @SabresProspects had him ranked #31 http://bufsabres.co/uTQ2K8 Goaltender @ukkopekkaluukko is a Buffalo Sabre! The Finnish prospect was ranked #1 European goalie by @NHLCentralScout. #NHLDraft Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Who Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 2nd rounder also a center. Have they given up on retaining Eichel long term? I hope not. Then a goalie. That's good. No way they've given up on retaining Eichel. They might be thinking about moving Samson, which would not make me happy. Rumors that Hanifan might be available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GG Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Then a goalie. That's good. All goalies are weird. But Pang singled this guy out before the draft even started. Good value in late 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted June 24, 2017 Author Share Posted June 24, 2017 @BuffaloSabres We've selected defenseman Oskari Laaksonen of Finland with our 3rd-round pick. #NHLDraft Our pick at #99 overall is defenseman Jacob Bryson of @PCAthletics - welcome to Buffalo, @jbryson_18! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaska Darin Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 2nd rounder also a center. Have they given up on retaining Eichel long term? I hope not. Then a goalie. That's good. The traditional thinking is to draft centers and make them wingers. Centers generally have a more well rounded defensive game so they're more likely to progress faster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Who Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 The traditional thinking is to draft centers and make them wingers. Centers generally have a more well rounded defensive game so they're more likely to progress faster. I'm fine with the draft. Are we done on D or do you think there is a trade or free agent signing coming? Shattenkirk keeps getting mentioned, but he disappeared in the playoffs and is likely very expensive. Don't see how we can afford him and Bogo and no one is going to take Bogo's contract. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaska Darin Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 We're going to do something else on defense but at this point it's anyone's guess how it shakes down. I'm actually looking forward to seeing if Bogo can find his game under Housely's system, which seems to match more with the things Bogo does well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Who Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 We're going to do something else on defense but at this point it's anyone's guess how it shakes down. I'm actually looking forward to seeing if Bogo can find his game under Housely's system, which seems to match more with the things Bogo does well. I am also somewhat hopeful that Bogo plays much better in Housely's system. I just don't see how we can keep him and add Shattinkirk's salary -- for those who are speculating about Shattinkirk. Garth, fwiw, not much, probably, now seems to think it's likely Kane gets traded for an established D. Unless we know Kane won't resign, I'd rather keep him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plenzmd1 Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 I am also somewhat hopeful that Bogo plays much better in Housely's system. I just don't see how we can keep him and add Shattinkirk's salary -- for those who are speculating about Shattinkirk. Garth, fwiw, not much, probably, now seems to think it's likely Kane gets traded for an established D. Unless we know Kane won't resign, I'd rather keep him. I think Bogo will be fine with Housley and playing shorter minutes as a 5/6. Little pricey for that slot, but we have NcCabe and Guhle on the cheap ...so maybe it evens out. I think you will know by July 2 if Kane will resign for what they are offering. If he says no, he gots to go. But don't expect to get back fair for fair, new team is going to have to negotiate an extension before a trade and I personally can't see an established top 4 coming back that has any term left...should be interesting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Love the goalie. Suck it Cal Peterson. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plenzmd1 Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Love the goalie. Suck it Cal Peterson. I don't blame Peterson, just like I don't blame Vessey..they played by the rules. If I was Peterson, I too would want to explore all my options and see which ones offer the quickest path to the NHL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted June 24, 2017 Author Share Posted June 24, 2017 I don't blame Peterson, just like I don't blame Vessey..they played by the rules. If I was Peterson, I too would want to explore all my options and see which ones offer the quickest path to the NHL Can't blame Petersen or Vesey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Who Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Can't blame Petersen or Vesey. Technically, you are correct, but I'm still going to root against them because . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 @BuffaloSabres At #37 overall, we pick center Marcus Davidsson "A gritty two-way worker." @SabresProspects had him ranked #31 http://bufsabres.co/uTQ2K8 Goaltender @ukkopekkaluukko is a Buffalo Sabre! The Finnish prospect was ranked #1 European goalie by @NHLCentralScout. #NHLDraft Side note, Holy cow, look @ Euro unis... Like skating billboards. 2nd rounder also a center. Have they given up on retaining Eichel long term? I hope not. Then a goalie. That's good. Like AD said. Wasn't wow wee Phil Housley an offensive minded Dman? Drafting this way seems it would fit his scheme. Can't have too many centers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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