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In this episode, the guys discuss Konsta Helenius scoring the golden goal at the IIHF World Championships for Team Finland, the Stanley Cup Final, and their Buffalo Sabres player grades for the 2025-26 season!(0:00) Intro(0:32) Konsta Helenius Golden Goal!(14:31) Stanley Cup Final is set(16:55) Would the Sabres have fared better against Carolina?(29:29) Stanley Cup Predictions(42:18) Sabres Player Grades(44:12) Tage Thompson(49:46) Rasmus Dahlin(52:33) Alex Tuch(55:49) Ryan McLeod(59:41) Josh Doan(1:00:22) Jack Quinn(1:04:20) Jason Zucker(1:07:52) Zach Benson(1:10:44) Bowen Byram(1:12:30) Mattias Samuelsson(1:14:09) Peyton Krebs(1:16:33) Josh Norris(1:22:24) Owen Power(1:25:42) Noah Östlund(1:27:58) Beck Malenstyn(1:28:35) Conor Timmins(1:31:09) Tyson Kozak(1:32:20) Sam Carrick(1:08:32) Zach Metsa(1:36:29) Jordan Greenway(1:38:43) Jiri Kulich(1:39:07) Logan Stanley(1:41:57) Konsta Helenius(1:44:58) Josh Dunne(1:45:57) Michael Kesselring(1:48:04) Alex Lyon(1:50:04) Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen(1:52:13) Colten Ellis(1:53:09) Lindy Ruff(1:57:00) Coaching Staff(1:59:40) Jarmo Kekäläinen(2:04:09) Kevyn Adams(2:12:22) Closing
Tim Schneider shares his take of the day & Gene throws back shots. What did the Rochester Red Wings offer The Sports Bar? Breaking Sabres news & more.
Gene has all of your sports headlines lined up in shots.
Jeremy explores the Montreal Canadiens' statistical pattern of alternating wins and losses while critiquing the NHL's officiating reviews. They also discuss the Sabres' defensive decisions regarding Logan Stanley and Luke Schenn during their playoff series. 01:11 - Canadiens Trend Stat 04:56 - Review Culture Critique 11:42 - Sabres Defensive Lineup
Gene reacts to the Sabres gutsy win in game 4 in Montreal.
Gene starts the show off discussing the Sabres must win game 4 tonight in Montreal. Buffalo made some line-up changes. The Buffalo Bills will open New Highmark Stadium in week 2 vs the Detroit Lions on Thursday Night Football. How good are the Lions? Who will Buffalo play in week 1?
Full Show Broadcast features. Matt Parrino on the Buffalo Bills. Owen Parker from WGR-550 previews Sabres & Canadiens game 4 tonight in Montreal. Timmy shares his hot take, Gene has shots & last call is for you.
WGR analysts critique the Buffalo Sabres' lack of engagement and defensive effort following a pivotal Game 3 loss to the Montreal Canadiens. They highlight specific plays involving Tage Thompson and Alex Tuch while debating whether Logan Stanley and Jordan Greenway provide enough physicality. The conversation also explores power play adjustments and the team's reliance on home-ice advantage as the series continues. 01:05 - Sabres Game 3 Analysis 05:46 - Jordan Greenway Momentum Debate 09:36 - Power Play Strategy Comparison 15:36 - Playoff Atmosphere and Fans 20:46 - Exploiting Goalie Jakub Dobeš
Paul Hamilton joins the conversation to analyze the Buffalo Sabres' performance in Montreal and the defensive struggles facing the team. He critiques the current defensive pairings, specifically suggesting a move away from Logan Stanley, while highlighting the need for leadership from stars like Tage Thompson and Rasmus Dahlin. 01:25 - Loss in Montreal Atmosphere 07:12 - Leadership and Tage Thompson 10:58 - Defensive Lineup Decisions 20:01 - Goaltending and Lindy Ruff 23:30 - Injury and Face-off Report
Gene breaks down the Sabres game 3 loss to the Montreal Canadiens. What when wrong & looking ahead to game 4. Gene also dishes out some Bills & NFL schedule info.
Mike Schopp and the Bulldog discuss fan superstitions and the recent success of the Buffalo Sabres during their playoff run. They analyze the impact of trade deadline acquisitions like Logan Stanley and Connor Timmons while reflecting on the team's physical size compared to historical rosters. 02:06 - Sabres Fan Superstitions 06:50 - Son's Sippy Cup Incident 09:46 - Playoff Hat Trick History 13:21 - Trade Deadline Roster Impacts 21:46 - Size Of The Sabres
Jeremy White sits down with Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff to discuss the series-clinching win over Boston and the keys to their upcoming Round 2 matchup against the Montreal Canadiens. They evaluate the performance of young standouts like Zach Benson and provide injury updates on Sam Carrick and Logan Stanley. Jeremy also analyzes NHL speed tracking data and the current playoff bracket structure on WGR. 01:22 - Previewing Round Two 06:44 - Zach Benson Playoff Growth 09:40 - Sabres Injury Updates 13:56 - Speed And Transition Analysis 22:08 - Playoff Bracket Analysis
Paul Hamilton previews the Sabres' Game 6 showdown against the Bruins, focusing on line changes necessitated by injuries to Noah Östlund and Logan Stanley. They analyze the need for Tage Thompson to rediscover his scoring touch and the importance of establishing a net-front presence against Jeremy Swayman. The conversation also explores the psychological weight of a potential Game 7. 01:00 - Paul Hamilton Previews Game 6 03:27 - Sabres Injury Update 07:32 - Tage Thompson Scoring Slump 11:20 - Strategy Against Jeremy Swayman 22:30 - Discussing a Possible Game 7
Jeremy and Owen discuss the high stakes for the Buffalo Sabres as they face the Boston Bruins in a pivotal Game 6. They evaluate the return of Josh Norris to the lineup and provide an update on Logan Stanley's status following his recent illness while taking calls from anxious fans. 01:07 - Game 6 Preview 03:07 - Logan Stanley Injury Update 06:28 - Sabres Player Expectations
The Sabres once again look to close out the Bruins tonight in game 6 in Boston. Will Logan Stanley play? Plus Gene shares some interesting NFL news & notes.
Tim Schneider shares his take of the day. "Schneider-Time."
Full Hour 1 in The Sports Bar. Gene gets you set for Sabres-Bruins game 6 tonight. Gene has NFL news. Ryan Talbot from Syracuse.com & The Shout Podcast to recap the Bills draft class & whats next for Buffalo. Plus Timmy's hot take.
Happy Fairburn Friday to all who celebrate. Matthew Fairburn from The Athletic joins the show to preview Sabres-Bruins game 6 tonight from Boston.
Full Hour 2 in The Sports Bar. Gene kicks off the second hour with shots & sports headlines. Then we celebrate a Fairburn Friday with Matthew Fairburn from The Athletic. He has all of the latest Sabres news & insight for game 6 tonight in Boston. Finally a special Last Call for you.
Full Show Broadcast features Ryan Talbot tackling the Bills draft class & whats next? It's a Fairburn Friday as Matthew Fairburn from The Athletic stops in to preview game 6 for Sabres & Bruins. Plus we have Timmy's bad take. Gene has shots & sports headlines. A special Last Call for you & so much more.
Gene dishes out the latest sports news.
Paul Hamilton joins Mike Schopp and the Bulldog to discuss the latest Buffalo Sabres practice updates, including Logan Stanley's illness and potential lineup changes involving Konsta Helenius and Josh Norris. They recap the recent performance against the Boston Bruins, focusing on goaltending and power play progress. Additionally, they critique the quality of national hockey broadcasts on ESPN compared to TNT. 01:00 - Morning Routines With Paul Hamilton 03:13 - Sabres Practice And Injury Updates 07:00 - Impact Of Noah Ostlund Injury 16:41 - Bruins Game Recap And Performance 20:43 - Comparing National Hockey Media Coverage
Full Hour 2 in The Sports Bar. Gene begins the second hour with shots & sports headlines. Yes, there is gossip included. Noted Jerk Joe Yerdon stops in to help preview Sabres-Bruins game 6 from Boston. What is the latest with the Sabres? Plus Gene has Last Call for you.
Joe Yerdon from Noted Hockey & Bleacher Report joins the show, even while under the weather, to break down the Sabres as they prepare for Boston & game 6 on Friday.
Full Show Broadcast: The Hall of Famer Don Stevens stops by (in studio) to talk about his illustrious Amerks broadcasting career. Thank You Don Stevens! Joe Yerdon from Bleacher Report & Noted Hockey joins the show to preview Sabres-Bruins game 6 on Friday. Plus Gene has Shots, Last Call & top NFL news & headlines. Timmy shares his bad take.
Full Hour #1 in The Sports Bar. Gene reacts to the Sabres game 5 loss in overtime. Amerks head coach Mike Leone says he will return next season. Paul Hamilton from WGR-550 stops in to discuss the Buffalo Sabres. Plus Timmy's hot take.
Tim Schneider shares his bad take of the day.
Full Show Broadcast: Gene welcomes in Paul Hamilton on the Buffalo Sabres & Betting Expert PJ Glasser for his best sports bets. Timmy has his very bed take. Gene shares shots, gossip & last call.
Jeremy and Joe analyze wide receiver prospect Denzel Boston's potential fit with the Buffalo Bills, comparing his advanced metrics to Keon Coleman's college production. They also field a call regarding Sabres playoff dark horses and debate Logan Stanley's impact before finishing with stories about Montana wildlife. 01:12 - Denzel Boston Draft Analysis 05:24 - Wide Receiver Class Breakdown 09:46 - Sabres Playoff Dark Horses 13:03 - Logan Stanley Impact Potential 15:40 - Montana Wildlife Safety Discussion
Matthew Fairburn from the Athletic joins Gene to discuss the Buffalo Sabres 1st playoff game in 15 years. Bruins at Sabres Sunday night. Matthew answers all the tough questions & gets you all set for game 1.
Full Show Broadcast features Matthew Fairburn (Friday) from the Athletic covering the Buffalo Sabres playoffs. The voice of the Rochester Americans, Hall of Famer, The Great Don Stevens joins the show. Tim shares his awful take & Gene has shots plus last call.
Full Hour 1 in The Sports Bar: The Buffalo now know their first round opponent in the Stanley Cup playoffs... The Boston Bruins. Derek Kramer from WGR550 joins Gene to discuss the Sabres & Bruins in the Stanley Cup playoffs & the Buffalo Bills heading into the NFL Draft. Tim Schneider shares his take if the day.
Duane and Hurls recap the Sabres 5-0 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets - Colten Ellis first career shutout - Jack Quinn hits 20 goals - Josh Doan hits 25 goals - Dahlin is the glue for this team. Deserves Hart Trophy Votes - Importance is getting Tuch signed. Duane and Hurls debate - Logan Stanley best game with Sabres - Peyton Krebs heating up - Sabres lose Carrick for at least the start of playoffs - Alex Lyon injury - Sabres at the driver seat. They control their own destiny to win the division - Should they hang the banner if they do win? - More! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! - Presented by Fattey Beer Co, Impulse Physical Therapy of WNY, and Xtreme Discount Mattress! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Joe Yerdon from Noted Hockey & Bleacher Report skates into The Sports Bar to discuss the Sabres Atlantic Division aspirations. The Amerks push to the AHL playoffs. The Stanley Cup Playoffs & more.
Sneaky Joe DiBiase from The Jeremy & Joe Show on WGR550 joins Gene to discuss the Buffalo Sabres. The Buffalo Bills at OTA's & their draft needs & targets.
Mike Schopp and the Bulldog discuss the Buffalo Sabres' recent struggles and their upcoming matchup against the Tampa Bay Lightning. They also analyze the Eastern Conference playoff race, including the surging Philadelphia Flyers and the fading Detroit Red Wings. 01:00 - Pat Maroon and Big Rig 02:10 - Sabres Face Tampa Bay Lightning 07:58 - Logan Stanley and Team Identity 18:22 - Eastern Conference Playoff Race 24:29 - Easter Card Collecting Nostalgia
Schopp and Bulldog evaluate the Buffalo Sabres' roster stability and physical play as they prepare for a matchup with the Tampa Bay Lightning. The conversation examines the team's need for retribution after a previous game's hit on Rasmus Dahlin and the current performance of defensive additions Logan Stanley and Luke Schenn. 01:00 - Buffalo Sabres Ironman Status 02:10 - Retribution Against Tampa Bay 08:15 - Defensive Playoff Roster Changes 12:24 - Missing Noah Östlund 14:46 - Jordan Greenway Nicknames
11am - Sal Capaccio and Dan Dale discuss what could be the over/under for Logan Stanley penalty minutes versus Tampa
11am-12pm - Hour in full
Gene opens hour 2 with a whip around the sports landscape with all of your top sports headlines.
Duane and Hurls recap the Sabres 6-2 loss to the Washington Capitals - Not on Lyon or Ellis - They need to play Kesselring - Metsa's worst game of season? - The Logan Stanley dilemma - If you lose Monday, kiss the division goodbye - What this season has meant to me - More! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! - Presented by Fattey Beer Co. and Xtreme Discount Mattress! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duane and Hurls recap the Sabres 4-1 loss to the Ottawa Senators - Josh Norris vs Cozens narrative needs to stop - When will we see Kesselring? - Logan Stanley rocks Tkachuk, but is his play hurting or helping the team? - Does Lindy go back to the rotation? Do we see Lyon on Saturday in Washington? Can Lyon overcome late season struggles of his past? - Duane announces new collab and store with 26 Shirts - More! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! - Presented by Fattey Beer Co. and Xtreme Discount Mattress! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jordan Greenway, like Conor Timmins last week, has returned from injury. Zach Metsa is back from Rochester. Buffalo's roster is as close to 100% as it has been all season (though they will likely lose Sam Carrick for a period), how Lindy Ruff refines his lineup now that he's spoiled for choice will be telling. Timmins and Logan Stanley had their ups and downs as a pair, but with Metsa back, is he the best choice for Stanley's partner? Is Greenway a lock for the fourth line? How do they manage their skaters once the playoffs open? We also devote some time to tryout season in youth hockey as families throughout Western New York will be navigating tryouts this week, or earlier in the month for the younger age groups. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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
Mike Schopp and Bulldog are joined by Paul Hamilton to get his thoughts on UPL vs Vegas, What tonight could look like lineup wise vs the Sharks, Injury updates and potential return for Tuch and thoughts on Zach Metsa and Logan Stanley pairing
SABRES WIN ANOTHER GAME, AT HOME, VS THE SAN JOSE SHARKS. AND ARE NOW TOP OF THE ATLANTIC WITH TB LOSING TO COLUMBUS. WELCOME TO BUFFALO, LOGAN STANLEY. GREAT SCRAP AT CENTER ICE. BECK MALANSTYNE IS 2-0 IN HIS FIGHTS IN BACK TO BACK GAMES. LINDY RUFF TOP CANDIDATE FOR JACK ADAMS AWARD JACK QUIN HAS THREE GOALS AND AN ASSIST. IS HE CHAMGING OUR MINDS? WE HAD A GREAT DEBATE ABOUT HIS ROLE AND FUTURE IN BUFFALO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12:30pm - Brian Duff and Marty Biron are joined by Logan Stanley on being in Buffalo and his career
SABRES ACQUIRE THREE PHYSICAL, DEPTH PLAYERS THAT WILL ADD MUCH NEEDED TOUGHNESS TO THEIR LINE UP. LOGAN STANLEY, LUKE SCHENN AND SAM CARRICK: HOW DO WE RATE THESE MOVES, WHERE DO THEY FIT, AND IS JARMO DONE BUILDING THIS TEAM FOR A DEEP PLAYOFF RUN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duane is joined by Steve Bennett to recap the Sabres 5-1 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins: - Sabres tied for 1st in the Atlantic Division with Tampa Bay! - Importance of Goaltending for Buffalo this season - Alex Lyon should start Game 1 - Parayko declines to waive NTC and our reactions - Norris and Tuch score again, and Owen Power is heating up - We react to Sabres trading for Sam Carrick live on air - We react to reports of Sabres trading for both Logan Stanley and Luke Schenn live on air - This team may never lose again - What the atmosphere will be like walking down Washington Street in shorts for a Sabres playoff game at KeyBank Center - Favorite Sabres memories with Steve and Duane - More! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! - Presented by Fattey Beer Co. and Xtreme Discount Mattress! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman set the table for a buyers' market ahead of the trade deadline, with selling teams wary of getting stuck and prices running high. They discuss Adam Fox staying focused on winning now (9:53), Buffalo pushing forward with Alex Tuch's future in question (16:00), Vancouver listening on most pieces outside of its young core and Filip Hronek (17:00), and why the Blues' asking prices, including for Robert Thomas, are significant (20:53). The guys also touch on Nazem Kadri's term complicating things in Calgary (25:20) , Winnipeg's outlook with Logan Stanley and Chicago's willingness to move pieces (27:09). The fellas talk about the uncertainty in Nashville (29:00), Seattle's serious pitch to Artemi Panarin (30:35), and what to make of the Oilers and Kings (35:59). They switch focus to the East where Montreal exploring defensive options (43:59) and Tampa Bay standing pat (46:43). We send our condolences to Jon Cooper and pay respects to Boomer Gordon (49:50). We wrap the trade speculation with the Devils and their uncertainty (51:00). Kyle and Elliotte have a lighthearted chat about Filip Gustavsson's "Flu-game" (52:32). The Final Thought features a message from Elliotte to the U.S. women's hockey team (59:40). Kyle and Elliotte answer crowd questions in the Thoughtline (1:14:18). Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates