PLAYERS:
Jerry Sullivan,
Kevin Pritchard,
Tyler Ennis,
Cody Hodgson,
Lindy Ruff,
John Scott,
Patrick Kaleta,
Matt Ellis,
Nathan Gerbe,
Cody McCormick,
Daniel Briere,
Scott Hartnell,
Steve Ott
TEAMS: Buffalo Sabres, Philadelphia Flyers
TEAMS: Buffalo Sabres, Philadelphia Flyers
One thing that Darcy Regier has managed well for the past few years has been his draft strategy. Glaring organizational weaknesses have been addressed in recent seasons via the draft and this approach has led to an impressive stockpile of talent in Buffalo’s prospect cupboards.
June’s draft was certainly no exception as the Sabres took what may have been considered to be a calculated gamble on Mikhail Girgorenko followed quickly by Zemgus Girgensons in the first round. The two selections immediately added two big, talented centers who each possess a unique skillset. In fact, each forward drafted by the Sabres in June had spent time at center entering the draft.
The addition of Grigorenko was perceived as the solution to the lack of a true number one center on the Buffalo roster. Only three days into training camp and Grigorenko has drawn plenty of attention for his play with many thinking that he will have staying power on the roster. It might be wise to ignore Jerry Sulli...
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