Jshson 14's Buffalo Sabres Dynasty NHL 12

[Jshson14]

Sabres trade for Jarrett Stoll, add 2 others


The Buffalo Sabres have a need at center, and Los Angeles just happened to have one too many. In a league of parody and injury, you can never have enough good centers, Buffalo just couldn't seem to find the required four. Late last night the Buffalo Sabres announced a trade that sent F Nathan Gerbe, a 2012 3rd round pick, and a 2013 3rd round pick to the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for true Center Jarrett Stoll. Stoll is a physical playmaking center who is excellent on draws, and a PK specialist. With the Addition of Stoll Buffalo now has 2 of the top 5 face-off men in the league. After a tough start to the season in LA, Stoll was open to a fresh start. Playing mostly 3rd and 4th line duties, the penalty kill specialist was a -5, with just two points in 7 games this year. With this move, Ville Leino is expected to move back to wing, and Stoll will start with 2nd line duties alongside Tyler Ennis and Drew Stafford for tomorrow's game. Stoll will wear jersey number 13 for the Buffalo Sabres. The buffalo Sabres have also signed Tough Guy Brian McGratten, and Defensemen Vladamir Mihalik to two-way contracts. Jochen Hecht was claimed off of re-entry waivers by the Winnipeg Jets.

[Jshson14]

Gerbe, Hecht reflect, talk Sabres and new teams

Nathan Gerbe was traded to the LA Kings late last night

Jochen Hecht has been a Buffalo Sabre since 2002. A hard worker and over-achiever Hecht has provided Buffalo with secondary scoring his entire career. Buffalo tried sliding Hecht in through waivers early this morning, but his was picked up by the Jets just ten minutes after the transaction. Although not considered a fan favorite, Hecht has won the respect of Sabres fans who are sad to see him go. Lindy Ruff made just one man available for comment, captain Jason Pominville. When asked about Hecht's departure he had this to say:

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Jochen arrived around when i did. He's kind of the core of our team type player the guys who have been here a while, Van, Jochen, Ryan, Roysy, Staff and Myself. We've grown up together and been a daily part of eachother's life for years, so it's hard to see him go. He'll have a good year though i wouldn't expect less from him

Jochen released the following statement:

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I've loved my time here with my team and Lindy and all the wonderful fans, I'm glad i was able to stick around this long, and I'm looking forward to continuing my hockey career wit the Jets

Nathan Gerbe has been the epitome of Buffalo hockey his whole Career. Under sized at just 5'5, Gerbe has used hard work to reach hockey's grand stage. Buffalo took a chance on Gerbe after every team passed over him to the tune of 2005's 142nd pick. Instead of discouraging him, he turned it into motivation. It Took until 2008, but Gerbe cracked the Buffalo Sabre's AHL affiliate Rochester Americans line-up. In 57 games played Gerbe scored 30 goals, and had 56 points. The Leagues shortest player was donning an AHL All-Star jersey that very season. Gerbe Broke into the Top-12 of the Sabres in 2010, and instantly became a fan favorite. Gerbe's story represents Buffalo hockey, with perseverance you can get through anything. Although he wanted to play here, when asked Gerbe had the following to say:

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Obviously i'm a little upset because I've loved my time here, but the I have nothing but respect for the Sabres organization, the fans, and my team mates, i wish them the best

GM Darcy Regier had this to say:

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Jochen was a great leader for our team, and it's sad to see him go on waivers, we knew there was a risk starting him with Rochester this year, but we knew he needed to get his legs under him again. I speak for the entire Sabres organization when i say he will be sorely missed. and uhh..Nathan was a good player for us, he's still getting better. We had the opportunity to address a need we have had, and our surplus of talented wingers made it possible, our intention wasn't to trade Gerbe at first but LA made a proposal that made a lot of sense for us. We wish him the best with his new team

Gerbe cleaned his locker out during the team's morning skate, and was sent on his way with a face full of shaving cream courtesy of team mate Luke Adam. Gerbe is not expected to play in LA's game against the Anaheim Ducks tomorrow night in Anaheim. Hecht left Rochester this morning and will play tomorrow night in Toronto with his new team.

[bthomp05]

Great trade and pickups. Stoll will do well at 2c..

[johnnyrocks]

great trade, indeed. I like your layouts in the dyansty too, been reading them. Got caught up so 8D

[Jshson14]

Quote: Originally Posted by johnnyrocks

great trade, indeed. I like your layouts in the dyansty too, been reading them. Got caught up so 8D

Thanks for following! i'll get caught up i was traveling with family the last two weeks, good vacation. I'm ready to get this back up!

[Tazer19]

Quote: Originally Posted by Jshson14

Thanks for following! i'll get caught up i was traveling with family the last two weeks, good vacation. I'm ready to get this back up!

Looking forward to it, I did like the deal you made, seemed necessary, and could pay off in a big way.