With the All Star break now in the rear view mirror, there's never been a better time to reflect back on the repulsive previous four-month span more affectionately known to some as the 2011-12 Buffalo Sabres season.
In an effort to put the first half behind us, below you'll find a lengthy, yet brilliant evaluation of each and every individual who has played one role or another in the disappointment thus far. Indulge and enjoy.
The "Core":
Jason Pominville (51 GP, 17 G 30 A, Minus-7)
Grade: A-
If this we're just another season for Pommer, I probably would've given him an "A" or something to that effect. But this season is anything but just another season for the long-time Sabre. Being named captain is no easy job by any means. If anything, especially for a team that struggles like the Sabres have, donning the "C" on your chest may be one of the biggest burdens in sports. From a statistical standpoint, Pominville has been outstandin...
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Buffalo Wins:
PLAYERS:
Jason Pominville,
Derek Roy,
Paul Gaustad,
Thomas Vanek,
Drew Stafford,
Jochen Hecht,
Ryan Miller,
Tyler Ennis,
Tyler Myers,
Nathan Gerbe,
Andrej Sekera,
Marc-Andre Gragnani,
Jhonas Enroth,
Brayden McNabb,
Zack Kassian,
Luke Adam,
Matt Ellis,
Cody McCormick,
Patrick Kaleta,
Mike Weber,
Ville Leino,
Brad Boyes,
Robyn Regehr,
Christian Ehrhoff,
Jordan Leopold,
Lindy Ruff
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