Lindy on Myers: laughable
Lindy Ruff is still adhering to the company line about Tyler Myers, saying today the Sabres still haven't made their final decision about the 6-foot-8 defenseman. Ruff actually had a difficult time keeping a straight face when talking about Myers after practice.
When asked if he could understand why fans and people who have watched the kid play would say there's absolutely no decision to be made, that he should stay, Ruff responded, "I totally understand that'' before he broke into laughter. Barring some unforeseen circumstance, the kid is going nowhere but house hunting.
Here's the deal: The Sabres are protecting themselves just in case something bizarre happens between now and after Wednesday's game, when they'll be required to make a final decision.
Even if he were injured, he would remain on the roster until he was cleared to play. If it was a serious injury that required months of rehab, the Sabres could technically send him back with only nine NHL games and delay the clock on his contract until next season.
Technically, anything is possible. He could get arrested. He could punch one of the coaches. He could forget how to skate backward. Realistically, he's sticking around.
--- Bucky Gleason
