Sabres are elite
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We have the capability of trying to nab Manson in free agency and he would be the perfect partner for either Dahlin or Power. I'm dubious of Skinner's ability to produce offense with Girgensons and Okposo. That said, there really isn't anywhere else to put him in this lineup. I think Peterka may play next season in the AHL as well but I could very well be wrong. I'd also consider how removing your 3 best forwards and best defenseman from the minors would affect Rochester. There would not be a whole lot of talent down there anymore and I think it could negatively impact the development of the prospects there. The D-core should be A-okay with Johnson, Laaksonen, Fitz etc. Forward group would consist of Weissbach, Pekar, Rousek... That's very weak. Doubtful Rosen, Poltapov etc make the jump to NA. I suppose what I'm saying is success for prospects in the NHL starts with having a winning team in the AHL, am I'm not sure depleting Rochester in such a quick order is wise