The Sabre Report Podcast
Episode 140 - Overtime Merchants
In this episode, Jonah & JP talk about the Sabres getting over .500 for the first time in almost a year. They discuss the playoff race, the goaltending situation, Owen Power, the Alex Tuch contract, and so much more!
(0:00) Intro
(0:32) World Series Talk
(7:33) Sabres are above .500
(20:16) Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen & the goalies
(48:06) Michael Kesselring Debut // Defense Group
(1:02:20) Is the offense legit?
(1:15:13) The Owen Power Hate
(1:36:16) How to fix the Power Play
(1:46:30) Current lineup thoughtsÂ
(2:02:30) Christian calls in!
(2:08:03) Alex T...
Episode 139 - Three's A Crowd?
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
Episode 138 - Season Saved?
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
Episode 137 - Nightmare Start
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 Thoughts
The Sabre Report Podcast is presented by: William Mattar
Episode 136 - SABRES SEASON PREVIEW (25-26' Edition)
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) GoaltendingÂ
(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
Episode 135 - AMERKS SEASON PREVIEW (ft. Andrew Mossbrooks)
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?
Episode 7 - Toronto | Sabres vs the Atlantic (2025)
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
Episode 134 - The Radim Team
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
Buffalo Sabres Prospect Pyramid (2025)
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
Episode 6 - Tampa | Sabres vs the Atlantic (2025)
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
Episode 133 - Here We Go Again
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
Episode 5 - Florida | Sabres vs the Atlantic (2025)
In this week's installment, Jonah & Christian pit the Buffalo Sabres up against the 2x defending Stanley Cup Champions Florida Panthers.
(0:00) Intro
(0:17) Opening Thoughts
(11:04) Florida’s Adds/Losses
(15:51) Key Storylines
(19:52) Lineup Comparison
(24:21) Closing Thoughts
Episode 4 - Ottawa | Sabres vs the Atlantic (2025)
In this week's installment, the guys pit the Buffalo Sabres up against the Ottawa Senators.
(0:00) Intro
(0:17) Opening Thoughts
(4:46) Adds/Losses
(8:43) Key Storylines
(17:46) Comparing Lineups
(28:28) Closing Thoughts
Episode 132 - Goodbye Summer
In this episode, the guys discuss some housekeeping items with Sabres hockey looming just over the horizon. They talk standings projection(s), Alex Tuch extension rumors, and more!
(0:00) Intro
(0:17) September is here
(2:45) Where is NHL Jeopardy?
(7:26) Hockey starts this week
(10:22) JFresh Standings Projection
(15:33) Josh Norris & Zach Benson make a deal
(23:52) Aaron Dell Retired
(30:51) Alex Tuch extension close to being done?
(40:02) Drought Iceberg
(48:43) Arena Renovations
(58:00) Radim Mrtka at the U20s
(1:01:36) Closing
Episode 3 - Montreal | Sabres vs the Atlantic (2025)
In this week's installment, Jonah & Christian (don't know what happened to JP) pit the Buffalo Sabres up against the Montreal Canadiens.
(0:00) Intro
(0:17) Opening Thoughts
(4:57) Montreal Adds/Losses
(11:14) Key Storylines
(21:53) Lineup Comparison
(37:20) Closing Thoughts
Episode 2 - Detroit | Sabres vs the Atlantic (2025)
In this week's installment of Sabres vs the Atlantic, the guys discuss how the Buffalo Sabres stack up against the Detroit Red Wings.
(0:00) Intro
(0:16) Opening Thoughts
(6:46) Additions/Departures
(12:43) Key Storylines
(21:38) Lineup Comparison
(33:43) Closing Thoughts
Episode 1 - Boston | Sabres vs the Atlantic (2025)
Jonah, Christian & JP kick off this year's Sabres vs the Atlantic series by pitting the Sabres up against the division's worst team last year: the Boston Bruins.
(0:00) Intro
(0:16) Opening
(7:47) Key Departures/Additions
(13:27) Key Storylines
(24:45) Lineup Comparison
(40:17) Closing
Episode 131 - August Vibe Check
In this episode, the guys get together for the first time in quite some time to talk Sabres hockey. They re-litigate some of the Sabres' offseason moves, touch on recent arena news, preview the current roster, and discuss much more!
(0:00) Intro
(0:18) We Are Back
(11:40) Sabres Re-Sign Devon Levi & Conor Timmins
(12:52) KeyBank Naming Rights Extension
(25:30) Pete Guelli Radio Spot
(40:48) Brett Murray won’t re-sign
(42:15) Do any Amerks make the Sabres next season?
(47:11) Jordan Greenway
(51:22) Do you miss the Sabres?
...Episode 130 - Bowen Byram Re-Signed
In this episode, Jonah & JP break down the re-signing of Bowen Byram. They discuss what it means for the rest of the offseason, and why they are displeased with the Sabres' roster if they are finished making moves.
Episode 129 - 2025 Free Agency Debrief
In this episode, the guys discuss everything Sabres related that has happened since the JJ Peterka trade. They discuss the NHL draft, trades, signings, departures, additions, and more!
(0:00) Intro
(0:30) Opening Offseason Discussion
(11:36) NHL Draft Recap
(19:08) Connor Clifton/Conor Timmins Trade
(21:06) Jacob Bernard-Docker Not Qualified
(34:41) Bowen Byram & Arbitration Situation
(42:55) Jack Quinn Re-Signed
(55:46) Sam Lafferty Traded
(56:25) Alex Lyon Signing
(1:00:06) Kozak/R. Johnson/Zac Jones Signings
(1:03:36) Current Offseason Outlook
(1:34:14) More Sabres PR Blunders
(1:40:22...
Episode 128 - JJ PETERKA TRADED TO UTAH (Live Reaction)
The guys react in real time to JJ Peterka being traded to the Utah Mammoth for Josh Doan & Michael Kesselring.
Episode 127 - 2025 Offseason Preview
In this episode, the guys break down all the Buffalo Sabres storylines heading into draft week.
They touch on trade rumors, the center spine, possible defensive additions, and more!
Episode 126: Kevyn Adams: Five Years Later
In this episode, the guys discuss the Rafael Devers trade (?), JJ Peterka trade rumors, and the five-year anniversary of Kevyn Adams being named Buffalo Sabres GM.
Episode 125 - How Much is Too Much?
In this episode, Jonah and JP discuss a few pressing Sabres topics. They touch on the Bowen Byram/JJ Peterka rumors, Alex Tuch's Extension, a theory about Jarmo Kekalainen's role, and more!
Episode 124 - Jarmo Kekalainen Hired
In this episode, the guys talk about Jarmo Kekalainen joining the Sabres organization as a Senior Advisor, break down Matthew Fairburns’ article about Kevyn Adams & Terry Pegula, and discuss potential forward additions (Rossi, Robertson, Pettersson, Marner).
Episode 123 - May Mailbag
In this episode, the guys answer YOUR questions about the Sabres.
Episode 122 - Marner + Final Player Grades
In this episode, the guys discuss the end of the Shanaplan in Toronto, Mitch Marner likely heading to free agency, their final 24-25’ Buffalo Sabres player grades, and more!
Episode 121 - The Front Office "Grows"
In this episode, the guys get together to discuss recent changes/rumors to the Buffalo Sabres’ front office. They touch on Lou Lamoriello rumors, Eric Staal being hired, Jason Karmanos possibly leaving, Seth Appert’s growing influence, and more!
Episode 120 - End of Season Debrief
In this episode, the guys break down everything that has happened since the Sabres' season ended. They give their final reflections on the season, discuss locker clean out interviews, dissect Kevyn Adams' & Lindy Ruff's press conference, and much more!
Episode 119 - 14 Years.
In this episode, the guys discuss the Sabres' playoff drought hitting 14 years.
Episode 118 - Final Stretch
In this episode, the guys have a lot of Sabres action to catch up on. They discuss the Blue & Gold Insight’s Event, Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen’s struggles, Jack Quinn’s resurgence, and lots more!
(0:00) Intro
(0:28) Is JP in charge now?
(4:34) New Sound Effects
(10:34) Blue & Gold Insights
(54:36) Luukkonen/Reimer
(1:07:44) Jack Quinn’s Resurgence
(1:22:02) What are you watching for in the last stretch?
(1:29:15) Closing
Episode 117 - Won the Trade(s)
In this episode, the guys discuss the Sabres’ most recent road trip. They spend way too much time on some funny drought moments, discuss storylines coming out of the past few games, break down the latest Sabres roster news, and much more!
(0:00) Intro
(0:28) Drought Iceberg
(11:36) Road Trip Recap
(15:22) Worst moments of this season (& others)
(24:33) Jack Quinn scratched for missing team meeting
(28:33) Terry Pegula in attendance for entire road trip
(38:39) Win vs...
Episode 116 - Culture Shift?
In this episode, the guys break down some developments from recent Sabres games. They discuss a possible culture shift, some roster decisions moving forward, what to look for as the season winds down, and much more!
(0:00) Intro
(0:28) Cold Open + Episode Preview
(4:59) The new Sabres “culture” being built?
(17:52) The Athletic’s Owner Poll
(23:19) Culture shift cont.
(31:36) The Vegas Comeback
(36:55) Should Sabres fans still boo Jack Eichel?
(40:50) Overtime win vs...
Episode 115 - Future of Dahlin?
In this episode, the guys discuss reports of Rasmus Dahlin questioning Buffalo Sabres management, the possibility of Mitch Marner being signed in free agency, and their first impressions of Josh Norris.
(0:00) Intro
(0:28) Previewing the Dahlin Stuff
(3:55) Does Rasmus Dahlin want out?
(35:26) Could the Buffalo Sabres sign Mitch Marner?
(1:07:21) Josh Norris First Impressions
(1:10:22) Closing
Episode 114 - JOSH NORRIS IS A BUFFALO SABRE
In this emergency episode, the guys discuss the fallout of the Buffalo Sabres’ trade deadline. They discuss the Josh Norris acquisition, the other deadline moves made, and how it changes the landscape of the Sabres’ roster.
(0:00) Intro
(0:28) The Trade Deadline has concluded
(5:30) Dylan Cozens is an Ottawa Senator
(36:40) Josh Norris is a Buffalo Sabre
(1:02:42) Jacob Bernard-Docker
(1:09:26) Who won the trade?
(1:20:07) Nicolas Aube-Kubel for Erik Brannstrom
(1:24:14) Henri Joki...
Episode 113 - 2025 Trade Deadline Preview
In this episode, Jonah and JP kick off trade deadline week in the NHL by previewing how the Buffalo Sabres are shaping up. They touch on recent losses, rumors surrounding the team currently, and other NHL trades that have occurred thus far.
(0:00) Intro
(0:28) It’s Trade Deadline Week
(7:19) Sabres’ losses to CAR & MTL
(15:52) Sabres’ Trade Deadline Preview
(19:49) Elias Pettersson Revisited
(29:00) Sabres’ Preview Cont.Â
(46:58) Rantanen/Carolina
(48:50) Gustav Nyquist<...
Episode 112 - Pre-Deadline Player Grades
In this episode, the guys discuss a huge comeback Sabres win versus the Anaheim Ducks, and then dive head first into some pre-trade deadline player grades.
(0:00) Intro
(0:28) Henri Jokiharju Legacy Moment
(5:49) Anaheim Comeback Recap
(15:57) Would a win streak change the deadline strategy?
(27:58) Sabres Player GradesÂ
(30:51) Rasmus DahlinÂ
(35:04) Tage Thompson
(37:04) Alex Tuch
(43:28) Dylan Cozens
(48:30) Bowen Byram
...
Episode 111 - Late-Season Surge?
In this episode, Jonah and JP discuss the Sabres’ return to action. They touch on a big win against the New York Rangers, what the team should do with Jason Zucker and Jordan Greenway, a Rochester Americans team that currently sits at the top of the AHL standings, and much more!
(0:00) Intro
(0:28) This Season is Cursed
(17:40) Sabres rout the Rangers
(19:21) Rasmus Dahlin
(21:30) Jordan Greenway/Jason Zucker
(39:30) Amerks are a wagon
...Episode 110 - 4 Nations Break
In this episode, the guys get together after a hiatus to catch up on some Sabres and International Hockey. They touch on their most recent games, some trade rumors, and the 4 Nations Face Off, before ending with a 2018 NHL redraft.
(0:00) Intro
(0:28) 4 Nation Break
(4:12) Sabres vs Blue Jackets
(9:01) Leadership Changes?
(12:12) Sabres vs Nashville
(13:24) Luukkonen’s Up & Down Year
(17:44) Dahlin’s Dominance
(20:26) Alex Tuch Trade Rumors
Episode 109 - History Repeats Itself
In this episode, all the guys discuss the latest in Sabres hockey. They touch on the Tage Thompson/Stefan Noesen situation, give an update on Elias Pettersson, and talk about some of the latest NHL news.
