Episode 102 - Nightmare Before Christmas

In this episode, the guys break down a pretty successful week for the Sabres. They touch on the current good vibes, the goaltending situation, their chances in the playoffs race, and more!(0:00) Intro(0:48) The Sabres’ vibes are high(26:03) The Goaltending Situation(46:20) What do you do when Josh Norris is back?(56:55) Playoff Race Outlook(1:01:41) Christian’s Cafeteria(1:10:36) Sabres still in on Chinakhov(1:13:43) 2005-06 Sabres Night Announced(1:20:18) Mogilny not attending HOF Induction(1:21:24) Weekly Preview(1:35:05) Closing

In this episode, the guys discuss a big bounce back week for the Sabres. They talk Josh Doan, Zach Benson, Alex Lyon, Alex Tuch's contract, and even the Big Parm Thompson!(0:00) Intro(0:48) Welcome back, Christian(2:35) Is the season saved?(25:10) Josh Doan(34:50) Zach Benson(43:55) Saturday felt familiar(49:56) Alex Lyon(1:05:27) Alex Tuch Contract Debate(1:20:44) Big Parm Thompson Review(1:34:30) Weekly Preview(1:46:46) Marchand/Dahlin(1:48:32) Malenstyn on IR?(1:52:32) Closing

Jonah & JP discuss the Sabres’ nightmarish 0-2 start to the season.(0:00) Intro(0:47) The season is over(23:34) Josh Norris & other injuries(51:20) Power play(1:06:06) What happens if this spirals?(1:22:33) Goal Song Choice(1:24:52) Home Opener(1:28:17) Weekly Preview(1:42:52) Final ThoughtsThe Sabre Report Podcast is presented by: William Mattar

In this episode, the guys preview the Buffalo Sabres’ season.(0:00) Intro(0:17) It’s Hockey Season(3:05) Preseason Wrap-Up(15:27) Opening Night Roster(18:40) Goaltending (30:40) Defense(45:34) Forwards(1:06:37) Coaching(1:10:56) Sabres Hot Takes(1:24:24) Do they break the drought?(1:31:39) NHL Hot Takes(1:35:04) Weekly Preview(1:44:20) Closing

In this episode, Jonah talks with Rochester Americans color analyst, play-by-play commentator, and multi-media journalist Andrew Mossbrooks about the Amerks' upcoming 2025-26 season!They discuss last season, Michael Leone's success as head coach, who's primed for a big season, Don Steven's final season, and so much more!(0:00) Intro(0:17) Welcome to the show, Andrew Mossbrooks(2:10) Andrew’s background in broadcasting(8:15) It’s a busy time of year(11:49) Recapping the 2024-25 season(19:35) Michael Leone(24:53) Who will step into leadership roles this season?(33:38) Konsta Helenius(38:25) Noah Ostlund(47:02) Isak Rosen(52:25) Devon Levi(1:03:39) Underrated storylines heading into the season(1:08:21) Don Stevens(1:22:35) 2025-26 Season Predictions

In this week's installment, the guys pit the Buffalo Sabres up against the Toronto Maple Leafs.(0:00) Intro(0:17) Opening Thoughts(6:25) Adds/Losses(10:01) Key Storylines(13:47) Lineup Comparison(24:00) Closing Thoughts

In this episode, the guys discuss the Sabres’ four preseason games, and all the storylines coming out of them.(0:00) Intro(0:17) Four Preseason Games down(5:40) Josh Norris // Top Line(10:33) Mattias Samuelsson(27:00) Josh Doan(31:38) Power Play(34:25) Konsta Helenius(45:36) Radim Mrtka(56:00) 7th Defenseman Situation(1:00:23) Goaltending(1:05:24) Alex Tuch Negotiations Update(1:18:30) Arena Lease(1:22:33) Red Sox vs Yankees(1:29:03) Closing

Jonah puts together his Buffalo Sabres Prospect Pyramid ahead of the 2025-26 NHL season!(0:00) Intro(2:20) Prospect Pyramid Guide(5:57) Tier 1(6:29) Tier 2(20:12) Tier 3(36:15) Tier 4(45:45) Tier 5(46:05) Recap

In this week’s installment, the guys put the Buffalo Sabres up against the Tampa Bay Lightning heading into the 2025-26 season.(0:00) Intro(0:17) Opening Thoughts(9:47) Tampa’s Key Adds/Losses(14:27) Key Storylines(21:29) Comparing Lineups(30:48) Closing Thoughts

In this episode, the guys discuss Sabres training camp opening up and all the storylines coming from that. They touch on the Prospects Challenge, line combinations, the upcoming preseason, and much more! (0:00) Intro(0:17) Opening Thoughts(3:40) Prospects Challenge(9:59) Isak Rosen(23:30) Adams/Ruff Pressers(37:52) Goaltending Situation(46:44) Will team defense improve?(52:15) Forward lines(1:03:00) Mason Geertsen(1:13:50) Power play units(1:23:34) Closing