Shuffle Up and Deal

It was only two weeks ago that the Sabres embraced high stakes gaming for a good cause at Aces and Blades. Among the games on hand were poker and blackjack. It is time for Darcy Reiger to sit at the table and put some chips in the pot.The Sabres are a legitimate cup contender. They have the goaltending and they have 4 lines capable of scoring every night. The defense is a little less dependable. Center depth is also an issue with Tim Connolly still missing time for an injury that only supposed to take 3 weeks to heal. Will Darcy use the apporach of caution he exhibited in 2004 when he acquired Brad Brown or in 2002 when he traded for Bob Corkum? Or will he be more risky and find players that could put Buffalo over the top.
It has been rumoured that a Bertuzzi for Biron trade could be in the works. I don't see this happening. I don't think Bertuzzi would be a good fit in the lockerroom. A Teppo Numminen type player on the blueline would be the best addition. A wily veteran with a desire to win and will do the little things necessary to do so.
I flip flop on this daily but it may be best to trade Biron. Miller is the starter and you don't rotate goalies in the playoffs. You ride one guy. Miller is the man. Unless Darcy is remembering Miller's postseason flops in the past with the Amerks. Biron is more valuable than Noronen so the Sabres should get more immediate help in return for Biron. The trade deadline is Thursday. It can't come quickly enough.