Episodes

  • Season 6 Episode 38
    Jan 30 2025

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

    On today's episode, we recap the Sabres huge 7-2 win over Boston, the hat tricks from Tage and Peterka, McLeod's steady play over the past six weeks, and UPL play after returning from injury. In the second half of the episode, we take a deep dive into the Elias Pettersson trade rumors, including the latest news, why the deal is a slam dunk, what we're comfortable giving up, and what it could do to the Sabres in the short and long term.

    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!

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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.

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Season 6 Episode 37
    Jan 28 2025

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

    On today's episode, we recap the Sabres closing their Western Canada trip with a pair of losses to Calgary and Edmonton, takeaways from the game, Kulich's continued strong play, Aube-Kubel going on waivers, the front office still not making a move, and the big block buster trade from 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.

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    31 mins
  • Season 6 Episode 36
    Jan 23 2025

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

    On today's episode, we recap the Sabres solid win over Vancouver, the new-look top line's chemistry, Kulich stepping up yet again, Lindy's trust in him, UPL's return, and give five thoughts on storylines from around the league.

    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.

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    49 mins
  • Season 6 Episode 35
    Jan 21 2025

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

    On today's episode, we record during the 3rd period of the Sabres-Kraken game discussing the eventual loss, how the 3rd unfolded as it happened, Levi getting the start after his call-up from Rochester, why he's not close to being ready for regular NHL action, Jiri Kulich's return, Jack Quinn's continued production, 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.

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    45 mins
  • Season 6 Episode 33
    Jan 14 2025

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

    On today's episode, we recap the win over the Sens and loss to the Kraken, explore whether the Sabres' issues are mental-based, and dive into a conversation around accountability; what that actually means, who asked for it, who has and has not displayed it, and who needs to. We then close things off by taking a look at the week ahead.

    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.

    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.

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    42 mins
  • Season 6 Episode 32
    Jan 10 2025

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

    On today's episode recorded before the Senators game, we discuss the win over the Caps, injuries to Tage and Kulich, if the Sabres can actually turn a corner and get back in the playoff race, and take a look at the Eastern & Western Conference playoff pictures.

    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.

    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.

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    46 mins
  • Season 6 Episode 31
    Jan 7 2025

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

    On today's episode recorded before the Caps game, we return for our first show of 2025 discussing the Sabres' play over the past two weeks, why we feel more of the blame should be attributed to Lindy compared to earlier in the year, Cozens and Quinn's continued disappointing play, the team remaining at the bottom of the Eastern Conference, 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.

    This show is also sponsored by Gametime. Gametime is a ticket marketplace that makes it faster and easier to buy tickets to your favorite events at a moment's notice. Take the guesswork out of buying tickets with Gametime Picks. Download the Gametie app, create an account and use code THPN for $20 off your first purchase. Gametime is the only ticketing app that gives you coplete peace of mind with your purchase. Visit gametime.co for more 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.

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    51 mins
  • Season 6 Episode 30
    Dec 19 2024

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

    On today's episode, we discuss the Sabres' losing streak now reaching 11 games after the loss to Montreal, falling to last place in the conference, what we can only hope the path forward looks like, Terry Pegula's tenure as owner, Kevyn Adams and the coaching staff's job security, the greater effects the Sabres being this bad has on the fanbase, and a whole lot 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.

    This show is also sponsored by Gametime. Gametime is a ticket marketplace that makes it faster and easier to buy tickets to your favorite events at a moment's notice. Take the guesswork out of buying tickets with Gametime Picks. Download the Gametie app, create an account and use code THPN for $20 off your first purchase. Gametime is the only ticketing app that gives you coplete peace of mind with your purchase. Visit gametime.co for more details!

    Additionally, this show is sponsored by Raycon. Pick up your pair of Raycon Earbuds, featuring a 32-hour battery life, multipoint connectivity that lets you pair two devices at once, and active noise cancellation. Visit raycon.com/thpn to get up to 30% off site-wide!

    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.

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    50 mins