Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we have our league-wide season preview where we each give 5 NHL predictions plus our divisional standings predictions. Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Podcast Network offers a unique podcast dedicated to your Buffalo Sabres. Podcasts’ are available at thehockeypodcastnetwork.com or wherever you get your podcasts f...
Oct 09, 2023•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 315
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we each give five predictions for the upcoming season. Predictions include thoughts on Devon Levi, Rasmus Dahlin, JJ Peterka, Dylan Cozens, UPL, and more. Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Podcast Network offers a unique podcast dedicated to your Buffalo Sabres. Podcasts’ are available at thehockeypodcastnetwork.com...
Oct 05, 2023•39 min•Ep. 314
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's season 5 premiere episode, we welcome Sabres Live & Sabres Pregame/Intermission host Brian Duff to the pod for a wide ranging discussion ahead of the start of the regular season. We discuss if Devon Levi is ready to shoulder a starter's workload, the offseason moves, Dahlin & Power, breaking up the top line, Zach Benson's ascension, who may be next to take a big step, the Kane & Zegras ...
Oct 02, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 1
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's season finale episode, we Zach Benson's strong start to the preseason, if he's playing his way into a roster spot, and where he may fit among the forward lines. We then discuss Devon Levi's impressive preseason thus far, if he could buck the trend of young goalies making an impact early in their career, and more. Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday a...
Sep 29, 2023•36 min•Ep. 312
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In this episode, which was supposed to drop Monday, we discuss the Blue & Gold Scrimmage, who stood out, the Sabres' reported interest in Trevor Zegras and Pat Kane, if either are a fit, and what the trade and signing would look like. Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Podcast Network offers a unique podcast dedicated to your Buffal...
Sep 28, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 311
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we recap the Sabres' Prospect Challenge, how the top prospects stacked up, discuss the start of training camp, some positional battles and line combinations we're on the lookout for, and review suggested rule changes by NHL stars. Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Podcast Network offers a unique podcast dedicated to...
Sep 21, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 310
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we discuss the upcoming Prospect Challenge, the Sabres prospects in attendance, what prospects we're most excited to see, Tomas Tatar signing with the Avalanche, the horrendous Bills' opener, and the alleged comments made by Terry Pegula in Jim Trotter's lawsuit against the NFL. Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Pod...
Sep 14, 2023•54 min•Ep. 309
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we discuss the top remaining free agents and whether they make sense for the Sabres, preview the Bills' season ahead of the opener against the Jets, revisit Canada's 2014 Olympic Men's Hockey team, and more! Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Podcast Network offers a unique podcast dedicated to your Buffalo Sabres. P...
Sep 11, 2023•45 min•Ep. 308
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we discuss Rasmus Dahlin's rumored 8-year $10.5 million extension, if its a fair deal and how it compares to other top defensemen around the league, the new Professional Women's Hockey League, the Beauts' exclusion from the league, and more. Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Podcast Network offers a unique podcast d...
Sep 07, 2023•30 min•Ep. 307
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we our trip to Toronto, the best insults to Maple Leafs fans, how the Leafs will fair in the Atlantic this year, potential Pat Kane destinations, and more! Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Podcast Network offers a unique podcast dedicated to your Buffalo Sabres. Podcasts’ are available at thehockeypodcastnetwork.co...
Sep 05, 2023•41 min•Ep. 306
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we discuss the Sabres loaning Noah Ostlund to Vaxjo of the SHL and what that means for his development. We then get into one of our variety segments where Taylor recommended a movie Brendan and Brendan recommended an album for Taylor. Brendan shares his thoughts on Burn After Reading and Taylor discusses his thoughts on Arctic Monkeys' debut album, Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm...
Aug 31, 2023•45 min•Ep. 305
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we discuss the news that Pegula Sports & Entertainment is dissolving, Terry Pegula naming himself President of the Sabres, what the news means for the Bills and Sabres amid a ton of speculation, and more! Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Podcast Network offers a unique podcast dedicated to your Buffalo Sabres. ...
Aug 28, 2023•36 min•Ep. 304
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we share details of the Sabres' event honoring Rick Jeanneret this coming Sunday, discuss Auston Matthews' new contract with the Maple Leafs, and play "That Doesn't Sound Right." Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Podcast Network offers a unique podcast dedicated to your Buffalo Sabres. Podcasts’ are available at the...
Aug 24, 2023•55 min•Ep. 303
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we remember the life, legacy, and career of Rick Jeanneret in light of his passing. We also discuss the Sabres trading Ilya Lyubushkin to the Ducks. Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Podcast Network offers a unique podcast dedicated to your Buffalo Sabres. Podcasts’ are available at thehockeypodcastnetwork.com or wh...
Aug 21, 2023•41 min•Ep. 302
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we continue our conversations on whether this offseason should be deemed a disappointment, the arguments for making a move, looking at comparable situations around the league in recent history, and end on a quiz! Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Podcast Network offers a unique podcast dedicated to your Buffalo Sabr...
Aug 14, 2023•52 min•Ep. 301
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we announce details of our upcoming trivia night, taking place Wednesday, August 16 at Thin Man Chandler, before holding a mock 10-round season ticket draft for the upcoming Sabres season! Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Podcast Network offers a unique podcast dedicated to your Buffalo Sabres. Podcasts’ are availa...
Aug 10, 2023•41 min•Ep. 300
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we discuss the Erik Karlsson trade from both the Pens and Sharks perspectives, how the Sabres now stack up against Pittsburgh in the East, and more! Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Podcast Network offers a unique podcast dedicated to your Buffalo Sabres. Podcasts’ are available at thehockeypodcastnetwork.com or wh...
Aug 08, 2023•48 min•Ep. 299
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we discuss Zach Benson signing his ELC before getting into part 2 of our mailbag, where we discuss free agent targets for next year, feelings on this offseason, our favorite jerseys of all time, expectations for the Bills, and more! Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Podcast Network offers a unique podcast dedicated ...
Jul 31, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 298
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we have part 1 of our offseason mailbag where we answer questions on Devon Levi, how the front office addressed the offseason, Jack Quinn's replacement, upgrading Key Bank Center, Casey Mittelstadt's future with the team, and more! Part 2 comes out on Monday. Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Podcast Network offers ...
Jul 27, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 297
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we discuss the uptick in scoring this season and how it compares to years past before quizzing each other on the leading scorers from each team in 2014-2015 and all time leading point scorers against the Sabres. Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Podcast Network offers a unique podcast dedicated to your Buffalo Sabre...
Jul 24, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 296
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we revisit our league-wide and divisional predictions before discussing our top two movies and albums of the year 1998. Taylor discusses Saving Private Ryan and The Big Lebowski while Brendan dives into Aquemini by OutKast and The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill by Lauryn Hill. We close discussing the Bills parting ways with Ron Raccuia and naming Terry Pegula team president. Stay up to date i...
Jul 20, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 295
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we discuss the Sabres signing 2023 2nd round pick Anton Wahlberg, the Amerks young forward group next season, and look back on some of our preseason predictions. Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Podcast Network offers a unique podcast dedicated to your Buffalo Sabres. Podcasts’ are available at thehockeypodcastnetw...
Jul 17, 2023•41 min•Ep. 294
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, which isn't a traditional episode given the lack of Sabres/NHL news, we open talking about the sad news of Thin Man Elmwood closing, followed by a second-half-of-summer preview detailing some of the special episodes and segments we have coming your way leading up to preseason. Back to normal episodes on Monday. Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every M...
Jul 13, 2023•33 min•Ep. 293
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we discuss the importance of having star players in team-friendly deals relative to a teams Cup window, how that concept affects the Sabres with the team-friendly deals for Tage & Cozens, if the front office has been as aggressive as they need to be, remaining moves that need to happen prior to the offseason, and more! Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Netw...
Jul 11, 2023•44 min•Ep. 292
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, with no new updates or offseason additions, we discuss the Sabres' goaltending situation, the highly unlikely but good idea of offer-sheeting Jeremy Swayman, other options in net for next season, and more! Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Podcast Network offers a unique podcast dedicated to your Buffalo Sabres. Pod...
Jul 06, 2023•32 min•Ep. 291
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we discuss the Sabres signing Connor Clifton and Erik Johnson to open up free agency, is it enough of an upgrade, Jack Quinn's injury, adding a forward in light of Quinn's absence, how dire it is for Adams' to add a goalie, and more! Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Podcast Network offers a unique podcast dedicated...
Jul 03, 2023•49 min•Ep. 290
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we give our live reactions to the first round of the NHL draft from the Canadiens at 5th overall through the Sabres pick of Zach Benson at 13th overall. We give our live reactions to each pick along with an overview of the team drafting. A deeper dive into the Sabres selection in Benson and the start of free agency is coming up in Monday's episode. Stay up to date in the world of hockey wi...
Jun 29, 2023•44 min•Ep. 289
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we welcome our old pal Sabremetrix back to the pod for our draft preview special! Topics include: the top prospects, who we want the Sabres to take, who may be available, the 2nd round, trading picks, drafting best player available vs positional need, and more! Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Podcast Network offer...
Jun 26, 2023•52 min•Ep. 288
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we discuss the Sabres re-signing Zemgus Girgensons to a 1-year contract, Kevyn Adams expressing he wants to bring back Tyson Jost, the bottom-6, and the Hockey Hall of Fame Induction. Note: Monday's episode will be our draft preview. Stay up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday and Thursday The Hockey Podcast Network offers a unique podcast dedicated...
Jun 22, 2023•37 min•Ep. 287
Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo! In today's episode, we welcome Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News and Maintenance Day podcast to the show for a wide spanning conversation about his report of Victor Olofsson expecting to be on the move, moving up in the draft, the combine, the makeup of the forward group, who the Sabres may target as a top-4 defenseman, addressing the goaltending situation, and more! Stay up to date in the world of hockey wi...
Jun 19, 2023•52 min•Ep. 286
