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Originally Posted by Sandman
I was the first one to throw a wet blanket on the prospect of having Krebs here when rumours started up a few years back, but now I'm kinda wondering if a change would work wonders for him, and if coming home would be even better.
-his last two seasons in the WHL (after being drafted) were 60 points in 38 games (48 assists), and 43 points in 24 games (30 assists). Obviously, he had some injury issues, but those are big numbers in ppg.
-He has 25 points in 25 AHL games (20 assists), with 11 assists in 10 AHL Playoff games.
-He had 22 points in 48 NHL games with the Sabres in 2021-22.
He will never score many goals, as he's a pure playmaker and as such, he won't put up any points playing in Buffalo's bottom-6. He needs wingers that he can get the puck to in advantageous situations. He's an excellent skater, and plays with a big chip on his shoulder- he's a little mean at times, but also highly skilled. Plus, he's not a bad two-way player.
I want to make it clear that this is not a big endorsement of the player, but maybe there's a chance he could turn things around.
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I know this doesn’t move the needle much for some people here but I believe Kerbs is very well liked by his teammates. I can’t remember specifically who said this, maybe Bukula, but Kerbs was ‘the glue guy’ in the room when he played WJC.
By no means do I think Kerbs answers the 1C role but he could be a very valuable middle six guy for years. If there’s a deal there, I think it’s worth the gamble.