Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo!

On today's episode, we discuss the end of the Sabres' season including Kevyn Adams & Lindy Ruff's end-of-season press conference, their job security, reports of shakeups in the front office and behind the bench, possible restructuring of staff, and give our picks for the first round of the playoffs.

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 from. Make sure you follow The Hockey Podcast Network on Twitter @hockeypodnet as well as your favorite host @straightsabres.

The Charging Buffalo is a multi-faceted digital media outlet centered around the Buffalo Sabres whose mission is to provide hockey fans in Buffalo the high-end quality you’d expect of a national media brand — solely focused on your favorite team. Through high-end original content, value-packed analysis and minute-to-minute updates on the hottest news, TCB intends to supply all you could want as a modern Sabres fan. Follow TCB on Twitter & Instagram at @TheChargingBUF

Show: Straight Up Sabres (Twitter: @straightsabres | Facebook & Instagram: @straightupsabres)

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Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo!

On today's episode, we discuss the Sabres' loss against the Lightning, losing three straight, if there's anything of meaning that could come out of the last two games, our trivia night this Tuesday at Goodbar, the NHL playoff picture as a whole, the NBA playoffs, Rory winning the Masters, 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 wherever you get your podcasts from. Make sure you follow The Hockey Podcast Network on Twitter @hockeypodnet as well as your favorite host @straightsabres.

The Charging Buffalo is a multi-faceted digital media outlet centered around the Buffalo Sabres whose mission is to provide hockey fans in Buffalo the high-end quality you’d expect of a national media brand — solely focused on your favorite team. Through high-end original content, value-packed analysis and minute-to-minute updates on the hottest news, TCB intends to supply all you could want as a modern Sabres fan. Follow TCB on Twitter & Instagram at @TheChargingBUF

Show: Straight Up Sabres (Twitter: @straightsabres | Facebook & Instagram: @straightupsabres)

Intro/outro song: Balancing Act by Canetis

Presented by DraftKings - Use Promo Code THPN at sign up at https://www.draftkings.com/ for exclusive offers!

If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).

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Finally, this show is also sponsored by Mr. Goodbar. Head to Mr. Goodbar (1110 Elmwood Ave) to enjoy delicious drinks and food, live music, comedy, karaoke, DJ's, and so much more! Since 1968, Mr. Goodbar has been the cornerstone of the Elmwood Strip in Buffalo, NY, and is one of Western New York’s premier craft beer bars. With over 30 Taps and a beer engine pouring micro and import cask conditioned ales, you can enjoy amazing drink specials with great live music, cool DJs, watching a game, or just hang out listening to good music with friends while enjoying a pint of your favorite brew.

Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo!

On today's episode, we discuss the Sabres officially being eliminated from playoff contention, their 5 game winning streak, what these wins actually mean, how they can affect offseason plans, why the recent run of wins shouldn't prevent the team from making big changes, Reimer's continued strong play, and the reports that Erie County won't renew its lease of Key Bank Center.

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 from. Make sure you follow The Hockey Podcast Network on Twitter @hockeypodnet as well as your favorite host @straightsabres.

The Charging Buffalo is a multi-faceted digital media outlet centered around the Buffalo Sabres whose mission is to provide hockey fans in Buffalo the high-end quality you’d expect of a national media brand — solely focused on your favorite team. Through high-end original content, value-packed analysis and minute-to-minute updates on the hottest news, TCB intends to supply all you could want as a modern Sabres fan. Follow TCB on Twitter & Instagram at @TheChargingBUF

Show: Straight Up Sabres (Twitter: @straightsabres | Facebook & Instagram: @straightupsabres)

Intro/outro song: Balancing Act by Canetis

Presented by DraftKings - Use Promo Code THPN at sign up at https://www.draftkings.com/ for exclusive offers!

If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).

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Finally, this show is also sponsored by Mr. Goodbar. Head to Mr. Goodbar (1110 Elmwood Ave) to enjoy delicious drinks and food, live music, comedy, karaoke, DJ's, and so much more! Since 1968, Mr. Goodbar has been the cornerstone of the Elmwood Strip in Buffalo, NY, and is one of Western New York’s premier craft beer bars. With over 30 Taps and a beer engine pouring micro and import cask conditioned ales, you can enjoy amazing drink specials with great live music, cool DJs, watching a game, or just hang out listening to good music with friends while enjoying a pint of your favorite brew.

Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo!

On today's episode recorded before the win over the Bruins, we discuss the Sabres' shootout win over the Lightning, Tage hitting 40 goals again, Benson's strong play, Ostlund's debut, the demise of the Bruins, and close with Ovechkin breaking the all time goal record.

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 from. Make sure you follow The Hockey Podcast Network on Twitter @hockeypodnet as well as your favorite host @straightsabres.

The Charging Buffalo is a multi-faceted digital media outlet centered around the Buffalo Sabres whose mission is to provide hockey fans in Buffalo the high-end quality you’d expect of a national media brand — solely focused on your favorite team. Through high-end original content, value-packed analysis and minute-to-minute updates on the hottest news, TCB intends to supply all you could want as a modern Sabres fan. Follow TCB on Twitter & Instagram at @TheChargingBUF

Show: Straight Up Sabres (Twitter: @straightsabres | Facebook & Instagram: @straightupsabres)

Intro/outro song: Balancing Act by Canetis

Presented by DraftKings - Use Promo Code THPN at sign up at https://www.draftkings.com/ for exclusive offers!

If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).

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Finally, this show is also sponsored by Mr. Goodbar. Head to Mr. Goodbar (1110 Elmwood Ave) to enjoy delicious drinks and food, live music, comedy, karaoke, DJ's, and so much more! Since 1968, Mr. Goodbar has been the cornerstone of the Elmwood Strip in Buffalo, NY, and is one of Western New York’s premier craft beer bars. With over 30 Taps and a beer engine pouring micro and import cask conditioned ales, you can enjoy amazing drink specials with great live music, cool DJs, watching a game, or just hang out listening to good music with friends while enjoying a pint of your favorite brew.

Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo!

On today's episode, we discuss the Sabres' win over the Senators, Reimer's strong stretch of play, what to do with him next season, why this stretch of wins may not be fully legit, makeup of the blueline, options in net for next year, 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 wherever you get your podcasts from. Make sure you follow The Hockey Podcast Network on Twitter @hockeypodnet as well as your favorite host @straightsabres.

The Charging Buffalo is a multi-faceted digital media outlet centered around the Buffalo Sabres whose mission is to provide hockey fans in Buffalo the high-end quality you’d expect of a national media brand — solely focused on your favorite team. Through high-end original content, value-packed analysis and minute-to-minute updates on the hottest news, TCB intends to supply all you could want as a modern Sabres fan. Follow TCB on Twitter & Instagram at @TheChargingBUF

Show: Straight Up Sabres (Twitter: @straightsabres | Facebook & Instagram: @straightupsabres)

Intro/outro song: Balancing Act by Canetis

Presented by DraftKings - Use Promo Code THPN at sign up at https://www.draftkings.com/ for exclusive offers!

If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).

21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OR/ PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details.

Finally, this show is also sponsored by Mr. Goodbar. Head to Mr. Goodbar (1110 Elmwood Ave) to enjoy delicious drinks and food, live music, comedy, karaoke, DJ's, and so much more! Since 1968, Mr. Goodbar has been the cornerstone of the Elmwood Strip in Buffalo, NY, and is one of Western New York’s premier craft beer bars. With over 30 Taps and a beer engine pouring micro and import cask conditioned ales, you can enjoy amazing drink specials with great live music, cool DJs, watching a game, or just hang out listening to good music with friends while enjoying a pint of your favorite brew.

Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo!

On today's episode, we discuss the Sabres' loss against the Flyers on Saturday and their big win over the Capitals on Sunday. We touch on Jack Quinn's hot streak of play, Tage & Tuch's goal scoring, lapses in coaching, Jacob Bryson getting an extension, and Brendan's experience going to the Lightning-Islanders over the weekend.

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 from. Make sure you follow The Hockey Podcast Network on Twitter @hockeypodnet as well as your favorite host @straightsabres.

The Charging Buffalo is a multi-faceted digital media outlet centered around the Buffalo Sabres whose mission is to provide hockey fans in Buffalo the high-end quality you’d expect of a national media brand — solely focused on your favorite team. Through high-end original content, value-packed analysis and minute-to-minute updates on the hottest news, TCB intends to supply all you could want as a modern Sabres fan. Follow TCB on Twitter & Instagram at @TheChargingBUF

Show: Straight Up Sabres (Twitter: @straightsabres | Facebook & Instagram: @straightupsabres)

Intro/outro song: Balancing Act by Canetis

Presented by DraftKings - Use Promo Code THPN at sign up at https://www.draftkings.com/ for exclusive offers!

If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).

21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OR/ PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details.

Finally, this show is also sponsored by Mr. Goodbar. Head to Mr. Goodbar (1110 Elmwood Ave) to enjoy delicious drinks and food, live music, comedy, karaoke, DJ's, and so much more! Since 1968, Mr. Goodbar has been the cornerstone of the Elmwood Strip in Buffalo, NY, and is one of Western New York’s premier craft beer bars. With over 30 Taps and a beer engine pouring micro and import cask conditioned ales, you can enjoy amazing drink specials with great live music, cool DJs, watching a game, or just hang out listening to good music with friends while enjoying a pint of your favorite brew.

Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo!

On today's episode, we discuss the Sabres' 5-3 win over the Jets, Ryan McLeod's continued strong play and what it means for his future as a Sabre, Terry Pegula attending all three games on this Central Division trip, what that may mean for offseason changes, and some storylines we're following around the league as we're into the final stretch of games this 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 available at thehockeypodcastnetwork.com or wherever you get your podcasts from. Make sure you follow The Hockey Podcast Network on Twitter @hockeypodnet as well as your favorite host @straightsabres.

The Charging Buffalo is a multi-faceted digital media outlet centered around the Buffalo Sabres whose mission is to provide hockey fans in Buffalo the high-end quality you’d expect of a national media brand — solely focused on your favorite team. Through high-end original content, value-packed analysis and minute-to-minute updates on the hottest news, TCB intends to supply all you could want as a modern Sabres fan. Follow TCB on Twitter & Instagram at @TheChargingBUF

Show: Straight Up Sabres (Twitter: @straightsabres | Facebook & Instagram: @straightupsabres)

Intro/outro song: Balancing Act by Canetis

Presented by DraftKings - Use Promo Code THPN at sign up at https://www.draftkings.com/ for exclusive offers!

If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).

21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OR/ PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details.

Finally, this show is also sponsored by Mr. Goodbar. Head to Mr. Goodbar (1110 Elmwood Ave) to enjoy delicious drinks and food, live music, comedy, karaoke, DJ's, and so much more! Since 1968, Mr. Goodbar has been the cornerstone of the Elmwood Strip in Buffalo, NY, and is one of Western New York’s premier craft beer bars. With over 30 Taps and a beer engine pouring micro and import cask conditioned ales, you can enjoy amazing drink specials with great live music, cool DJs, watching a game, or just hang out listening to good music with friends while enjoying a pint of your favorite brew.

Welcome to Straight Up Sabres on The Hockey Podcast Network & The Charging Buffalo!

On today's episode, we discuss the Sabres OT win over the Bruins, the powerplay, Owen Power, our continuing conversation about offseason moves, if the core of the team is good enough to be a legit playoff team, who is untouchable, and answer a listener question about how to approach the offseason if the Sabres win the draft lottery.

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 from. Make sure you follow The Hockey Podcast Network on Twitter @hockeypodnet as well as your favorite host @straightsabres.

The Charging Buffalo is a multi-faceted digital media outlet centered around the Buffalo Sabres whose mission is to provide hockey fans in Buffalo the high-end quality you’d expect of a national media brand — solely focused on your favorite team. Through high-end original content, value-packed analysis and minute-to-minute updates on the hottest news, TCB intends to supply all you could want as a modern Sabres fan. Follow TCB on Twitter & Instagram at @TheChargingBUF

Show: Straight Up Sabres (Twitter: @straightsabres | Facebook & Instagram: @straightupsabres)

Intro/outro song: Balancing Act by Canetis

Presented by DraftKings - Use Promo Code THPN at sign up at https://www.draftkings.com/ for exclusive offers!

If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).

21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OR/ PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details.

Finally, this show is also sponsored by Mr. Goodbar. Head to Mr. Goodbar (1110 Elmwood Ave) to enjoy delicious drinks and food, live music, comedy, karaoke, DJ's, and so much more! Since 1968, Mr. Goodbar has been the cornerstone of the Elmwood Strip in Buffalo, NY, and is one of Western New York’s premier craft beer bars. With over 30 Taps and a beer engine pouring micro and import cask conditioned ales, you can enjoy amazing drink specials with great live music, cool DJs, watching a game, or just hang out listening to good music with friends while enjoying a pint of your favorite brew.