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Value of: Patrick Kane to the Sabres at the trade deadline

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I don't think a 2nd moves the needle with Patrick Kane. At that point I'd rather keep him, and it leaves open discussions of him re-signing over the summer. Or maybe he walks then.
 
I was about to ask why it makes sense for Buffalo to buy P. Kane but I see this is an old thread

if anything target as a FA but paying for him with their situation. like they are a good up and coming team but they aren't there yet. they got the pieces I think that can get them there but overall a little young and short on experience. also stuck in a tough division
 
At this point the Sabres should have more interest in Toews than in Kane. We're lacking 2 way forwards who can win face offs, not offense only guys like Kane.
 
Arthur Morgan said:
I was about to ask why it makes sense for Buffalo to buy P. Kane but I see this is an old thread

if anything target as a FA but paying for him with their situation. like they are a good up and coming team but they aren't there yet. they got the pieces I think that can get them there but overall a little young and short on experience. also stuck in a tough division
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Yep! They are “a little young and short on experience“, what would bringing Pat Kane do to help that? :sarcasm:

But really, the Sabres right now lead the league in GF. Offense is not the issue. And even with their pourous defense/goaltending they are +8 in goal differential despite like an 8 game losing streak. Yes, they are in a tough division and need to claw their way back from 7th in the division, but I wouldn’t be counting them out just yet. Lots of hockey to play and lots of positive signs they can be competitive this year.
 
Digable5 said:
Yep! They are “a little young and short on experience“, what would bringing Pat Kane do to help that? :sarcasm:

But really, the Sabres right now lead the league in GF. Offense is not the issue. And even with their pourous defense/goaltending they are +8 in goal differential despite like an 8 game losing streak. Yes, they are in a tough division and need to claw their way back from 7th in the division, but I wouldn’t be counting them out just yet. Lots of hockey to play and lots of positive signs they can be competitive this year.
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alright then trade assets in your rebuild and buy Patrick Kane when your not that close to being a contender yet.
seems like a waste of assets for a rental Im sure there are cheaper players that can give some playoff experience.

yes lots of hockey to be played but do you really see Kane as the missing piece to turn things around and Buffalo into an instant contender? seems little early to be making big moves like that imo. so far Buffalo has been doing a great job but they got some work ahead of them. a bandaid fix prob shouldn't be the direction right now.
 
Mrfenn92 said:
It’s a 3 way deal. Kane has to agree. Buffalo has to agree and finally has to agree on a return.
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in thst hypothetical…Chicsgo won’t get what they want.

it’s happened before with deadline deals and player NMC

personally I don’t have interest in Kane unless this scenario occurs and it only costs a mid 2nd and an avg prospect.
 
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Arthur Morgan said:
alright then trade assets in your rebuild and buy Patrick Kane when your not that close to being a contender yet.
seems like a waste of assets for a rental Im sure there are cheaper players that can give some playoff experience.

yes lots of hockey to be played but do you really see Kane as the missing piece to turn things around and Buffalo into an instant contender? seems little early to be making big moves like that imo. so far Buffalo has been doing a great job but they got some work ahead of them. a bandaid fix prob shouldn't be the direction right now.
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I agree with you that he’s not the answer. That was the majority of my response. I’m just saying that they shouldn’t avoid bringing in experienced players. If there was a good, older defenseman similar, I would certainly consider it.
 
TheGoldenJet said:
Kane is having a mediocre season, I don’t know if Chicago would even fetch a 1st for him/his cap hit at this rate, unless it’s a very low 1st from a top 5 team.

I wouldn’t move Buffalo’s 1st for him.
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"not even a 1st"?
Hawks definitely retain at $5M or arrange a three way deal if he goes to a contender. The return will be at least a 1st.

The worst that can happen is, he'll be a top 6 guy for the team acquiring him. He still is leading a terrible Chicago team in pts...
 
Puzzled why Blackhawks haven’t move Kane or Toews earlier when their value was higher. Chicago have not been a playoff team for years
 
TheGoldenJet said:
Kane is having a mediocre season, I don’t know if Chicago would even fetch a 1st for him/his cap hit at this rate, unless it’s a very low 1st from a top 5 team.

I wouldn’t move Buffalo’s 1st for him.
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He will get a first easily. Buffalo sending a first for him makes no sense agreed
 
Team Cozens said:
This is assuming Kane is requesting to go home to Buffalo and the Sabres are somewhat in the playoff hunt in February. Sabres could just wait to sign him next summer but it could be a trade similar to Taylor Hall where the Sabres got a 2nd, Bjork and Lazar. Chicago doesn't want him to walk for nothing. Buffalo does have three 2nd round picks in 2023 and also have the rights to Portillo and Ryan Johnson which could all be included in a package. What is realistic at the deadline under this scenario.
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My advice "Buffalo you looking fine girl! Stay young!" and be choosy don't settle for less than you deserve!

The way Buffalo is coming together, if managed correctly they could become a juggernaut in the league. Unless Kane really wants to play in Buffalo and is willing to sign a cap friendly contract at discount I would tell Buffalo to go for a younger player like Domi?

and holy crap how does Buffalo have so much Cap space!!!!??????!!!!???????

on top of

5 UFA''s 2023 Okoposo (6 mil) , Girgensons (2 mil), Hinostroza (1.7m), Pilot (750k), Anderson (1.5)

5 RFA's 2023 Jost (2mil), Cousins (1mil), Asplund (1 mil), Fitzgerald (750k), Bjork (475k)

Buffalo the Window is open start buying!!!

am I not understanding something right here? Why all of the cap space?
 
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