The 2024-2025 Roster Thread

[Chainshot]

I assume this means they are keeping Helenius in Rochester then? Has that even been confirmed as the plan (vs. going back to Finland for another year)?

Seems like it, yeah.

 

[EichHart]

So Reimer is our #2 this year, Levi to Roc?

 

[Push Dr Tracksuit]

Why would they bench one of their PK guys?

because hes slow and bad?

 

[DapperCam]

I have no issue with Levi grabbing starts here and there in Buffalo when convenient. I don't think he should be going on any road trips. Assuming everybody is healthy all year he could grab 10-15 NHL starts without disrupting much. Reimer could grab another 15-20 which leaves UPL with 47-57 starts. He started 51 games last year, so it would be similar.

 

[Satanphonehome]

I think it’s weird how many posters are convinced Levi is headed to Rochester when every camp minute he has split the 1st-team game and practice reps 50/50 with UPL.

Meanwhile, Ruff talks about the need for 2 goalies and Reimer sits on the sidelines without a second of preseason action.

Explain to me why the Sabres have put their entire preseason focus on preparing their NHL roster except for the 2nd goalie spot.

I think people need to take a look at what’s actually been happening on the ice.

 

[Jim Bob]

I think it’s weird how many posters are convinced Levi is headed to Rochester when every camp minute he has split the 1st-team game and practice reps 50/50 with UPL.

Meanwhile, Ruff talks about the need for 2 goalies and Reimer sits on the sidelines without a second of preseason action.

Explain to me why the Sabres have put their entire preseason focus on preparing their NHL roster except for the 2nd goalie spot.

I think people need to take a look at what’s actually been happening on the ice.

I am not convinced that Levi will go to Rochester.

I am not convinced that Reimer will get waived to Rochester, either.

 

[thewookie1]

I am not convinced that Levi will go to Rochester.

I am not convinced that Reimer will get waived to Rochester, either.

I can't see them carrying 3 goalies again

 

[Sabre the Win]

I can't see them carrying 3 goalies again

I can and it horrifies me.

Honestly I would prefer Levi to get the starter roll in the AHL for this season. Get the bulk of the starts after Germany.

 

[Jim Bob]

I can't see them carrying 3 goalies again

Adams has been asked about it and he said it was an option they were considering.

So, while I don't want them to carry 3 goalies, I am not going to be surprised if they do carry 3 goalies.

 

[Jacob582]

September 18th:

Adams stated that they haven't closed the door on carrying three goaltenders, but it is "not something we are looking to do".

 

[5 Minute Major]

Three years ago, Jeremy Swayman started playing a decent amount of games in Boston after brief NHL action the year before. He was 22 years old and, obviously, was on the roster as well.

I liken the Sabres situation to that of the 21-22 Bruins. Levi is currently 22 years old, an up and comer with little NHL experience, though more than Swayman had, and UPL also on the roster and seemingly the #1.

Boston got it right. Both Swayman and Ullmark played and they let the cream rise to the top.

The Sabres, IMO, would be wise to do the same. I couldn’t care less about James Reimer.

 

[DJN21]

Three years ago, Jeremy Swayman started playing a decent amount of games in Boston after brief NHL action the year before. He was 22 years old and, obviously, was on the roster as well.

I liken the Sabres situation to that of the 21-22 Bruins. Levi is currently 22 years old, an up and comer with little NHL experience, though more than Swayman had, and UPL also on the roster and seemingly the #1.

Boston got it right. Both Swayman and Ullmark played and they let the cream rise to the top.

The Sabres, IMO, would be wise to do the same. I couldn’t care less about James Reimer.

Reimer has uninvited you to his bbq this weekend....

 

[MarkusKetterer]

Reimer has uninvited you to his bbq this weekend....

Well it’s in Prague so most won’t be able to attend anyway

 

[MOGlLNY]

Three years ago, Jeremy Swayman started playing a decent amount of games in Boston after brief NHL action the year before. He was 22 years old and, obviously, was on the roster as well.

I liken the Sabres situation to that of the 21-22 Bruins. Levi is currently 22 years old, an up and comer with little NHL experience, though more than Swayman had, and UPL also on the roster and seemingly the #1.

Boston got it right. Both Swayman and Ullmark played and they let the cream rise to the top.

The Sabres, IMO, would be wise to do the same. I couldn’t care less about James Reimer.

You will if he goes down and Sandstrom is the backup.

 

[DJN21]

Well it’s in Prague so most won’t be able to attend anyway

well now you're uninvited too.....