Buffalo Sabres: The Time Is Now

After two straight years of reaching the Eastern Conference Finals, the Buffalo Sabres have since been on the outside looking in. Buffalo cannot say they do not have the talent; they are led by Thomas Vanek who has the potential to score between 40-50 goals per season. They also have Tim Connolly who, when healthy, has the potential to be a point per game player. They are led by one of the best goaltenders in the NHL, Ryan Miller, who is on the list of potential players for the American Olympic squad. The list of prospects with great potential is very strong, led by the little speedster in Nathan Gerbe, while the promising Chris Butler anchors the defensive prospects. Jhonas Enroth is the next in line in goal, who will most likely report back to Portland to begin the season to get consistent reps, and will get the first shot if Miller or Patrick Lalime go down with an injury. The summer has been active, as the Sabres' organization signed Paul Byron (2007 sixth-round selection), ...