GDT: NHL 2023 Entry Draft - Day 2/First Round complete, Rounds 2-7 June 29, 2023; 11:00 a.m. Eastern

[Zach716]

There’s really no excuse if we don’t get a top tier RD man with this firepower now. Absolutely love that Benson fell to us but we now need to address the hole and not just put someone with with Power that is serviceable.

 

[Jim Bob]

There’s really no excuse if we don’t get a top tier RD man with this firepower now. Absolutely love that Benson fell to us but we now need to address the hole and not just put someone with with Power that is serviceable.

As we saw yesterday with multiple GMs wanting to move up and nothing getting done, it takes two to tango.

It will likely come down to how long Adams's list of untouchables is.

 

[Zach716]

As we saw yesterday with multiple GMs wanting to move up and nothing getting done, it takes two to tango.

It will likely come down to how long Adams's list of untouchables is.

Agree it takes 2 to tango but nobody else in the league is primed better than us to offer an enticing package

Ostlund (even though I really want to keep him), Rosen, Neuchev, others, 2024 1st should all be in play imo. I would say even Krebs even though he falls into Ostlund territory for me could be included in this list. We’re just too stacked, and it’s likely that we still get some solid forwards in the coming drafts as well.

 

[Jim Bob]

Agree it takes 2 to tango but nobody else in the league is primed better than us to offer an enticing package

When it comes to prospects that have already been drafted, beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

Teams that have D to move may not value the prospects the Sabres have. Especially the guys that the Sabres might be more willing to move like Ostlund and Rosen.

 

[Gabrielor]

I'm willing to do the Peterka trade again for Strbak. Easily.

39+109 for 33/34.

 

[Zach716]

When it comes to prospects that have already been drafted, beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

Teams that have D to move may not value the prospects the Sabres have. Especially the guys that the Sabres might be more willing to move like Ostlund and Rosen.

I edited my post to be more specific and I agree, I’m just hoping with 31 other partners something nice can form

 

[Jim Bob]

I edited my post to be more specific and I agree, I’m just hoping with 31 other partners something nice can form

I get it. Everyone wants Adams to make moves, especially to add a top 4 D.

But, we also have no idea what other GMs want and who is realistically available.

Adams was frustrated that Arizona wouldn't talk about Chychrun without Savoie or Kulich going the other way. Perhaps that is a sticking point that is an issue this summer, as well.

 

[Beerz]

I'm willing to do the Peterka trade again for Strbak. Easily.

39+109 for 33/34.

Columbus has already stated it's looking to move 34 for additional picks

 

[toddkaz]

Columbus has already stated it's looking to move 34 for additional picks

Awesome, hopefully Buffalo can move up. Who do they take? LUKAS DRAGICEVIC is the best D prospect on the board

 

[billsandsabres]

banging the table for 2nd year eligible lw sutter muzzatti. just finished his freshman year at rpi. anytime in the 5th or later.

great size at over 6'5" 220+. moves very well and is good at finding open space. sees the ice well and is a creative passer. the coaching staff loves him and speaks highly of his character and work ethic. things clicked for him after the xmas break with 5+9 in 18 games. in my few viewings this season he was very noticeable, especially later in the season. he was always open or had the puck in space, which isn't as easy for a player that large.

there is plenty of runway here, well worth a late pick. appert still has connections at rpi, he'll have heard great things. longshot i know, but there is something special about this kid.

 

[ValJamesDuex]

Today:
one trade up for D this morning, trade the other 2nd+ for T4D vet, trade Vic for futures.

 

[Chainshot]

Now they can start drafting for need. Would like to see a string of d-men and maybe a goalie. I'm a big proponent of keeping the goalie cabinet fully stocked.

Hrabel is out there.

 

[debaser66]

I get it. Everyone wants Adams to make moves, especially to add a top 4 D.

But, we also have no idea what other GMs want and who is realistically available.

Adams was frustrated that Arizona wouldn't talk about Chychrun without Savoie or Kulich going the other way. Perhaps that is a sticking point that is an issue this summer, as well.

I wonder why Mitchkov just wanted to be a Flyer

 

[ValJamesDuex]

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[Jim Bob]

I wonder why Mitchkov just wanted to be a Flyer

He's a big Rocky IV fan.

 

[elchud]

I'm still amazed Benson fell to us. Arizona had two chances to pick him and their small fan base will remember that fact for years to come.

I think all 3 defenseman were a bit of a reach. I had Reinbacher 7th, Simashev 11th, Willander 16th and Gulyayev 20th so he wasnt a reach. Then 8 defensemen between 22 and 36.

So much forward talent in this draft it worked out for us.

 

[truthbluth]

alright, I just read all the Akey game reports from EP. Number 1 target at 39. Wouldn't hate it of Kev trades up for him.

 

[My Cozen Dylan]

About an hour out and not even any rumors this morning. So odd that it’s been this quiet.

 

[Fjordy]

Well get D

 

[Asymmetric Solution]

Holy shit

I drink and I know things.

 

[Dubi Doo]

Kevyn,

Nice pick with Benson. Please ask him to change his haircut though. We can’t have a generation of kids in WNY with mullets. My son already asked. The answer was no.

There’s lots of talent left. Now would be the time to retain 50% on Victor and get an additional pick. 30 goal scorers at $2.5M is a good deal.

Thanks!

I feel like American HS hockey players have already adopted the mullet. It's coming!

 

[Asymmetric Solution]

Give me Strbak and Nelson in round 2 and I’ll get drunk by dinner.

 

[Dubi Doo]

As we saw yesterday with multiple GMs wanting to move up and nothing getting done, it takes two to tango.

It will likely come down to how long Adams's list of untouchables is.

Ohhhh, we should start a thread on this. My list of 22 and under damn near untouchables would be:

Cozens (core piece)
Power (core piece)
Quinn (I view him like I viewed Cozens before last season. He'll likely be a game wrecker)
Savoie
Kulich
Levi
Benson

Peterka would take a lot to pry from my hands. Krebs is a tier below him.

 

[Jim Bob]

 

[joshjull]