Let’s take a trip down memory lane.
The date is November 27th, 2018. The Buffalo Sabres just defeated the San Jose Sharks for their 10th consecutive victory in a game where Jeff Skinner registered his 19th goal in just 25 games. “Skinner for Mayor” signs started popping up in Downtown Buffalo, and fans unanimously clamored for a long-term contract extension.
Fast-forward to present day. Skinner has registered one marker in his last 17 contests. With just seven games remaining on the Sabres’ schedule, there is still no contract extension in place for the soon-to-be unrestricted free agent.