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Originally Posted by Galaxy
Sabres won three straight, are back in 8th in the conference.
Vanek added two goals (and they were rather nice-looking ones) to his lead-leading 22 goals. He is starting to become an elite player (he's had 126 goals so far in 3 1/4 seasons). He's just isn't flashy or pretty like Crosby or Oveckin.
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The evolution of Vanek into an elite player has been something to watch.
From a lazy rookie who didn't know the meaning of the word 'backcheck' to the complete player he is becoming today. He broke up a rush the other night that saw him skate the whole length of the ice and dive into a passing lane to break up the play. That brought a tear to my eye it was so beautiful.
And he just keeps scoring big goals, game after game. That backhand goal, top shelf last night from in tight...just gorgeous! I've never seen him score that way before so he's STILL improving and getting better each game.
He seems like a lock for 50 this year and even 60 might not be out of the question. Just incredible. He's worth the price of admission alone on some nights.