are people just going to complain about the Kassian trade every time a team plays us physical and succeeds? Kassian didn't make us dramatically tougher like people seem to think.
are people just going to complain about the Kassian trade every time a team plays us physical and succeeds? Kassian didn't make us dramatically tougher like people seem to think.
Nah I'm already getting bored talking about it, I'll let the results speak for themselves over the next several years. All of my whining will be focused on getting a new GM this summer though.
How was Coho? I noticed he only had 14 minutes and thought he was in Vancouver again.
He played like a man who is heartbroken over the trade, and homesick for Vancouver. By the sounds of the girls screaming for him in Vancouver, I can't say I blame him. He better pull it together QUICK for the Sabres sake, because they already have way too many passengers.
Nah I'm already getting bored talking about it, I'll let the results speak for themselves over the next several years. All of my whining will be focused on getting a new GM this summer though.
That wont happen...but they need to find someone who cares
He played like a man who is heartbroken over the trade, and homesick for Vancouver. By the sounds of the girls screaming for him in Vancouver, I can't say I blame him. He better pull it together QUICK for the Sabres sake, because they already have way too many passengers.
Kassian didn't make this team anymore physical than it is now.
Trust me guys, I've heard passing is bad on the team.... look, Cody's passing and ice sense were freaking ridiculous in Vancouver after his injury problems were solved. I've watched hockey since the 70's and I really know the game. This kid has talent up the wazoo...his passing is equal to his shot which is already very good (See his goal in Boston where Thomas didn't even budge). For his age, its rare to see a player with such developed skills already. But he made some passing plays this year that made my jaw drop. And that is a product of pure hockey sense. The kid is the real deal. And you guys will have him captain your team some day.
He may not be showing a lot yet for you guys but trust me, it will come.
How was Coho? I noticed he only had 14 minutes and thought he was in Vancouver again.
I would tell you he's been underwhelming but refrain lest everyone jump down my throat for being a Kassian fanboy and an enemy of quality center depth.
But yeah, 0 points in 6 games centering our second scoring line kind of speaks for itself. I don't really notice him that much to be honest.
Trust me guys, I've heard passing is bad on the team.... look, Cody's passing and ice sense were freaking ridiculous in Vancouver after his injury problems were solved. I've watched hockey since the 70's and I really know the game. This kid has talent up the wazoo...his passing is equal to his shot which is already very good (See his goal in Boston where Thomas didn't even budge). For his age, its rare to see a player with such developed skills already. But he made some passing plays this year that made my jaw drop. And that is a product of pure hockey sense. The kid is the real deal. And you guys will have him captain your team some day.
He may not be showing a lot yet for you guys but trust me, it will come.
I don't doubt it. The kid got placed on the Sabres in the middle of a tough schedule. He needs time to gel with his new teammates. The chemistry isn't there yet.
He played like a man who is heartbroken over the trade, and homesick for Vancouver. By the sounds of the girls screaming for him in Vancouver, I can't say I blame him. He better pull it together QUICK for the Sabres sake, because they already have way too many passengers.
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I would tell you he's been underwhelming but refrain lest everyone jump down my throat for being a Kassian fanboy and an enemy of quality center depth.
But yeah, 0 points in 6 games centering our second scoring line kind of speaks for itself. I don't really notice him that much to be honest.
Rooting for you guys
If it makes you feel any better, Kassian started tailing off after being promoted to the second line. Solid before.
Trust me guys, I've heard passing is bad on the team.... look, Cody's passing and ice sense were freaking ridiculous in Vancouver after his injury problems were solved. I've watched hockey since the 70's and I really know the game. This kid has talent up the wazoo...his passing is equal to his shot which is already very good (See his goal in Boston where Thomas didn't even budge). For his age, its rare to see a player with such developed skills already. But he made some passing plays this year that made my jaw drop. And that is a product of pure hockey sense. The kid is the real deal. And you guys will have him captain your team some day.
He may not be showing a lot yet for you guys but trust me, it will come.
He needs time to adjust to a bigger role.
He was playing very sheltered minutes on the Canucks against more inferior quality opposition.
He was playing very sheltered minutes on the Canucks against more inferior quality opposition.
Great point. Line 3 means you go against easier opponents, but its just a matter of time for him to adjust. I think he will adjust quickly. Next year, he'll be great for the Sabres.
He was playing very sheltered minutes on the Canucks against more inferior quality opposition.
And I have every confidence that he will adjust. He's just simply too talented to not adjust and excel. I can be very patient with young talent or guys who find themselves on a new team. So when asking about CoHo, just be careful who you ask. It may be Kassians boyfriend
I bet both Kassian and Hodgson will be great players in 5 years. But out of the 2, if I was to predict which one is a can't miss, I'd take Hodgson.
And Kassian gets compared to Lucic but I don't see it. Lucic is a goon out there and Kassian just tries to play big. But Kassian can really skate and when he learns to use his body properly, he should turn out to be a really good player.
Edit: The difference I see in Lucic and Kassian is that Lucic will initiate everything and Kassian will react if necessary.
He played like a man who is heartbroken over the trade, and homesick for Vancouver. By the sounds of the girls screaming for him in Vancouver, I can't say I blame him. He better pull it together QUICK for the Sabres sake, because they already have way too many passengers.
Please stop. Really.
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