Episode 159 - Contenders.

In this episode, the guys discuss the Buffalo Sabres’ first “down” week in a little while. They touch on whether or not fans should be worried, the 3rd pair, goaltending, and more!(0:00) Intro(0:32) The Sabres finally beat the Kraken(11:23) Should you be worried about the Sabres?(30:08) Stanley-Timmins // Zach Metsa waived(51:23) Zach Benson is good(56:47) Goaltending(1:05:23) Noah Östlund injury(1:15:31) The power play(1:30:17) New Embedded(1:35:15) NCAA Tournament(1:36:32) Don Granato back to coaching(1:41:00) Weekly Preview(1:56:19) Closing Thoughts

In this episode, the guys discuss a successful west coast swing by the Buffalo Sabres. They discuss the road trip, Rasmus Dahlin, Logan Stanley, bandwagon Sabres fans, and a lot more!(0:00) Intro(0:32) Sabres take 7/8 points on the west coast(23:24) Sam Carrick can’t stop scoring(25:52) Rasmus Dahlin(29:18) Christian joins and tells us about Project Hail Mary(32:40) Rasmus Dahlin cont.(37:00) Is Lindy Ruff a lock for the Jack Adams?(41:23) How do you feel about “bandwagon” Sabres fans(53:54) JP’s Parm Thompson review(1:06:20) Logan Stanley & Zach Metsa(1:18:30) The Eastern Conference is logjammed(1:24:46) The Sabres play “river hockey”?(1:28:23) Alex Tuch contract update(1:36:23) Konsta Helenius(1:39:35) NCAA Tournament/Gavin McCarthy(1:43:30) Weekly Preview(1:58:09) Closing Thoughts

In this episode, the guys discuss the latest in Sabres hockey, which is mostly dominated by the new Logan Stanley-Luke Schenn pairing. They also touch on Alex Lyon, the playoff race, and more!(0:00) Intro(0:32) Logan Stanley-Luke Schenn Pairing(59:24) Alex Lyon // Goaltending(1:06:30) Jack Quinn(1:12:00) How far can the Sabres go in the playoffs?(1:20:50) Does the Nick Schmaltz contract affect Alex Tuch?(1:30:25) Lindy Ruff for Jack Adams?(1:32:00) Weekly Preview(1:40:50) Closing

In this episode, the guys discuss one of the most WILD regular season games in Buffalo Sabres’ history taking place on Sunday against the Tampa Bay Lightning.They touch on ALL the madness that happened within it, what a phenomenal story this team continues to be, Christian’s trip to Tampa Bay, and more!(0:00) Intro(0:32) SABRES VS LIGHTNING: GAME OF THE YEAR(1:10:00) Christian’s Cafeteria(1:27:44) Weekly Preview(1:47:05) Closing

In this trade deadline installment of The Sabre Report Podcast, the guys discuss the Sabres buying at the trade deadline. They touch on the Stanley/Schenn trade, Carrick/Pearson trades, the Colton Parayko situation, and the Robert Thomas talks.(0:00) Intro(0:32) Sabres buy at the trade deadline(17:00) Logan Stanley & Luke Schenn trade(53:30) Sam Carrick & Tanner Pearson trades(1:08:00) Colton Parayko(1:21:00) Robert Thomas(1:36:40) Closing

In this episode, Jonah and JP talk about a Buffalo Sabres team that simply won't stop winning. They discuss their road trip sweep. In this episode, Jonah and JP talk about a Buffalo Sabres team that simply won't stop winning. They discuss their road trip sweep.  (0:00) Intro(0:32) The Buffalo Sabres are unreal(30:27) What is your main takeaway from this road trip sweep?(39:15) What can you add to this group?(1:06:26) Alex Tuch Contract(1:13:13) Trade Deadline Expectations(1:16:20) Rough Week for the Amerks(1:19:26) Weekly Preview(1:41:03) Closing

In this episode, the guys preview the NHL returning to action this week. They discuss Tage Thompson winning a gold medal, Sabres storylines heading into this week, and reveal a BIG announcement for TSR moving forward.AND Jonah checks-in with Andrew Mossbrooks to discuss the Rochester Americans’ season to this point, and more!(0:00) Intro(0:32) Tage Thompson is an Olympic Gold Medalist(12:05) Sabres return to action this week(18:33) Jeff Skinner’s contact terminated by San Jose(20:34) Could we see changes to the power play?(26:41) Amerks Mid-Season Check-in w/Andrew Mossbrooks(1:32:14) Weekly Preview(1:47:47) BIG Announcement(1:56:11) ClosingBecome a member on Patreon: https://patreon.com/TheSabreReport

In this episode, the guys try to pass time during the Olympic Break to the best of their ability. They talk about the ongoing Olympic Hockey, prime Wii games (?), and answer some questions in a Sabres mailbag.(0:00) Intro(0:32) Olympic Hockey is in full swing(7:40) Tage & Eichel connect for a goal(30:50) Best Wii games of all time(48:23) Sabres Mailbag(1:43:47) Closing

In this episode, the guys discuss the storylines surrounding the Sabres now that the Olympic Break is here. They touch on the recent “slide”, upcoming roster decisions, the trade deadline approaching, the Olympics themselves, and more!(0:00) Intro(0:32) The Olympic Break is here(14:15) Roster Decisions after the break(20:50) Helenius // 4th line discussion (38:00) Power Play(48:15) Blueline addition/other trade(s) coming?(1:12:00) Panarin trade(1:19:58) Super Bowl(1:22:08) Gavin McKenna(1:24:00) Olympic Preview(1:34:19) Closing

In this episode, the guys talk about the Sabres playing their way through an intense playoff race. They discuss the Sabres’ last loss to Montreal, the power play, the 4th line, and much more!(0:00) Intro(0:32) Sabres lose to the Habs, playoff race update(22:15) The power play(36:36) Alex Tuch hat trick, “going for the cup” quote (40:39) What’s going on in Toronto?(48:29) The 4th line(1:07:25) More playoff talk(1:11:15) Montreal fans in Buffalo(1:19:55) Impromptu Christian’s Cafeteria(1:29:39) Weekly Preview(1:47:05) Closing