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  • The Instigator Podcast 13.7 - Buffalo's Spooky Second Line

    The Instigator Podcast 13.7 - Buffalo's Spooky Second Line
    2024/10/31
    The Sabres are getting scary play from their second line and it isn't scary good either. We talk about the struggles of Dylan Cozens and Jack Quinn and Buffalo's limited options to solve the issue. We also talk about the performance of Buffalo's goaltenders and how a bit more consistency from the pair could pay dividends through a friendly upcoming schedule.

    The show kicks off with a conversation about the recent Sportico team valuations and the Sabres 26% increase to a reported $1.13 billion.
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    1 時間 3 分
  • The Instigator Podcast 13.6 - Something to Build on

    The Instigator Podcast 13.6 - Something to Build on
    2024/10/23
    The Sabres sluggish start has overshadowed some positive play from the roster. It's also been driven by a few notable, questionable performances from players who many were counting on driving the bus for the Sabres this season. We talk about Dylan Cozens and Jack Quinn underperforming and how a resurgence from that pair could push the Sabres into contention in the East. We also discuss how Buffalo's third line has helped carry the mail for the struggling second line.

    Along the way we touch on Frozen Frenzy and the news that a pair of USHL teams approached the OHL about formally joining the league.
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    56 分
  • The Instigator Podcast 13.5 - Power Outage

    The Instigator Podcast 13.5 - Power Outage
    2024/10/16
    The Sabres enjoyed two strong performances upon their return from Europe, though they only came away with one win. One reason is the team's power play has yet to score this season. We devote this episode to discussing what has and hasn't worked for Buffalo's power play and what areas we think could serve to improve the unit's potential for success.

    Along the way we touch on the rumors that the Bills may sell a stake to a group of former athletes with ties to no other city but Toronto and we offer some reflection on the touching tribute to Johnny Gaudreau ahead of the home opener for the Columbus Blue Jackets.
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    56 分
  • The Instigator Podcast 13.4 - Plodding Back From Prague

    The Instigator Podcast 13.4 - Plodding Back From Prague
    2024/10/08
    The Sabres fell flat in their opening games against the Devils in Prague, with many key areas of their game serving to derail the pair of losses. We discuss the disappointing opening games and what will need to be fixed if the Sabres hope to get back on track. Along the way we touch on James Reimer moving on to Anaheim after being claimed on waivers, the injuries the Sabres are working through and when the right time will be for fans to hit the panic button.
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    1 時間
  • The Instigator Podcast 13.3 - Who, or What, Makes the Sabres a Playoff Team?

    The Instigator Podcast 13.3 - Who, or What, Makes the Sabres a Playoff Team?
    2024/10/03
    The Sabres desperately need to snap their playoff drought and if they're to do it, there are several key factors that will get the job done. In a different type of season preview, we discuss which players will serve as the key drivers for Sabres if they're to get back into the playoffs. We also touch on other factors that will be at play, such as the power play, and if all of the things the Sabres need to go right, will be too much for a team with a lengthy run without postseason hockey.
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    1 時間 7 分
  • The Instigator Podcast 13.2 - Sabres Set Roster for Jaunt to Europe

    The Instigator Podcast 13.2 - Sabres Set Roster for Jaunt to Europe
    2024/09/25
    The Sabres roster has officially split as the team's 27-man traveling group departed for Europe on Tuesday. The players remaining in camp are made up of the bulk of the Rochester Americans roster. We discuss the final choices to round out that traveling party and how Lindy Ruff may have a tough choice to make in terms of how he handles his goaltenders once the team arrives in Europe. We also offer up some thoughts on the team's progress early in preseason while running through where some Sabres landed on The Athletic's player tier rankings.
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    53 分
  • The Instigator 13.1 - Few Roster Questions Remain as Sabres Open Camp

    The Instigator 13.1 - Few Roster Questions Remain as Sabres Open Camp
    2024/09/18
    The Sabres hit training camp with 59 players but very few questions about what the final 23-man roster will look like. Kevyn Adams' offseason yielded a number of new additions and has left very few openings for a training camp surprise like Zach Benson last season. We run through Peyton Krebs' new contract, the new roof and scoreboard along with Buffalo's roster as they prepare to open camp on September 18.
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    55 分
  • The Instigator Podcast - Prospects Challenge Preview

    The Instigator Podcast - Prospects Challenge Preview
    2024/09/11
    Hockey will be played by players wearing Buffalo Sabres uniforms this week as the Prospects Challenge kicks off on Friday. The Sabres are bringing a few star prospects along for the ride. This episode highlights some of the key players to watch for this weekend at The Prospects Challenge along with others who will have an opportunity to make an impact over Buffalo's trio of games. Each position group is touched on, with the likes of Nikita Novikov and Anton Wahlberg getting some added focus.
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    27 分