Post-Game Talk (GBU): The Eichel, good, bad, ugly Sabres vs Sens

[Sabre the Win]

Replace Asplund with Mittlestadt in that 3C slot

 

[Sabre the Win]

Honestly, I don't get it. It doesn't look like much but could be career ending given Okposo's history

He almost died last time he got concussed. Hes got a family and probably not taking any chances.

 

[dotcommunism]

I think if hes on Emergency Recall he could theoretically play as many games until someone is healthy and it wouldnt count as a year on his ELC. Someone correct me if I am wrong. Like if he played 15 on ER its still not a year. Not 100% tho but its not happening

This is incorrect. Whether a player is recalled on an emergency basis has no bearing on whether or not their ELC slides.

 

[Uberpecker]

After reading the Carcillo piece, I want Okposo retired. For his own and his family's sake.

 

[BananaSquad]

Be a blessing if Okposo is done for the year. Don’t mean to be an asshole, but this team gets an upgrade with him off the ice.

 

[Buffalo Norsemen]

After reading the Carcillo piece, I want Okposo retired. For his own and his family's sake.

He's a man and him and his family will make the choice in the end. But Sabres fans always trying to find a alternative way to get rid of that contact under the disguise of caring makes me a bit sick sometimes.

 

[Buffalo Norsemen]

Thought Asplund played really well. Having Taylor up I'm sure helped Ralph with his usage and Asplund's confidence.

They sure need him being down 2 Centers now. Not sure if he has 2C upside, but I believe he can fill in 3/4C fine now and going forward.

His PK energy was refreshing as well.

 

[dortt]

Be a blessing if Okposo is done for the year. Don’t mean to be an *******, but this team gets an upgrade with him off the ice.

did Okposo even have a concussion last night? Or was it something else, like a lower body injury?

 

[old kummelweck]

I know there is parity in the league, but for a team that is supposed to be a lot better this year, I have to wonder about struggling against a bad team.

 

[old kummelweck]

Asplund could be key to an improved PK.

 

[pigpen65]

He almost died last time he got concussed .

That was two concussions ago. He also got concussed when he got dropped in a fight last season. Which was actually in 2019 still.

 

[Matt Ress]

He's a man and him and his family will make the choice in the end. But Sabres fans always trying to find a alternative way to get rid of that contact under the disguise of caring makes me a bit sick sometimes.

From a hockey standpoint, it's a bad contract.
From a human standpoint, nobody wants to see a guy with long term brain issues.

There's nothing sickening about it. Most people are logical and humane. Nobody was wishing for a concussion to push him out of the league.

 

[ForsbergMoDo21]

Lazar was decent but he was also super lucky he didn’t get penalties. He kept launching his body into opposing players when they have the puck. I’m just assuming that’s not a legal play because I’ve never seen any other Sabres forwards doing it.

 

[threeVo]

Lazar was decent but he was also super lucky he didn’t get penalties. He kept launching his body into opposing players when they have the puck. I’m just assuming that’s not a legal play because I’ve never seen any other Sabres forwards doing it.

I believe that is what they call a “body check” around the league. Had to go back and watch the Sabres game in Anaheim to see what it looked like. The ducks players used that technique quite often which seems to coincide with the Sabres downturn.

 

[Tatanka]

Lazar v Shaw should be interesting to watch tonight. I’ll be there so I can watch behind the play. Shaw is a prick.

 

[Ralonzo]

Be a blessing if Okposo is done for the year. Don’t mean to be an *******, but this team gets an upgrade with him off the ice.

Not on the 4th line it doesn't, his puck protect and cycle are key to LOG.

If you want to argue against the salary cap hit versus that role, that's valid.

 

[vcv]

Lazar was decent but he was also super lucky he didn’t get penalties. He kept launching his body into opposing players when they have the puck. I’m just assuming that’s not a legal play because I’ve never seen any other Sabres forwards doing it.

in all seriousness, I really liked Lazar. One of the few Sabres who kept loving his feet and kept his stick active. Seems like he will be a great bottom 6 forward.

 

[Tatanka]

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in all seriousness, I really liked Lazar. One of the few Sabres who kept loving his feet and kept his stick active. Seems like he will be a great bottom 6 forward.

Sounds weirdly Rex Ryanish

 

[Tatre]

Second game of the season I couldn't watch at all, and Jack does that. I ought to skip tonight's game as well.

 

[MagnumForce2]

The Lame...the DJ playing Happy Jack by The Who after Eichel’s Hat Trick... great band but lame song.

 

[Tatanka]

The Lame...the DJ playing Happy Jack by The Who after Eichel’s Hat Trick... great band but lame song.

Jumpin Jack Flash?

 

[Dirty Dog]

Be a blessing if Okposo is done for the year. Don’t mean to be an *******, but this team gets an upgrade with him off the ice.

Have you skipped watching the team everytime his line is on the ice?

 

[MagnumForce2]

Jumpin Jack Flash?

Much better choice...anything but what they played. Sort of deflated the moment and excitement

 

[Panthaz89]

Did everybody forget that Lazar let Ennis score the 2nd goal? He didn't have decent game at all.

 

[Buffalo Norsemen]

So at this point anyone mad if Miller is the D that gets turned around for F help ?