The Buffalo Sabres are off to one of the worst starts in recent memory with a 1-4-1 record, with the only win coming in the first game of the season against the Ottawa Senators. In the first six games last season, the Sabres were 4-1-1. One of the main reasons for the poor record has been the substandard play of reigning Calder Trophy-winning defenseman Tyler Myers.
Tyler Myers was by far the Buffalo Sabres’ best defenseman last season. He had 11 goals and 48 points as a rookie while playing all 82 games. The fans and coaches alike were very pleased with his composure and confidence to be able to jump up into the offensive play while locking things down in his own end.
This year has been a different story thus far for Myers. In his first six games as a rookie, he had one goal and four points and was a plus-five. In his first six games he only has one assist and is an NHL-worst minus-seven.
There are many reasons why Myers is performing this poorly. One could say that the departure of his defensive partner Henrik Tallinder last offseason has an effect.
Another could be that opposing teams have figured out how to play Myers and his l ...
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Buffalo Sabres Defenseman Tyler Myers Struggling Early
October 18th, 2010 by Rich Lunghino Leave a reply »
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