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Locked On Sabres podcast is the daily podcast that drops the puck and keeps you ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Buffalo Sabres and the National Hockey League. Hosted by Joe DiBiase, the Locked On Sabres podcast provides your daily in-depth Sabres fix with expert opinions, film review, local analysis, and coverage of all things Sabres. The Locked On Sabres podcast is a must-listen as it takes you beyond the ice for the inside scoops ...
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America's Worst Podcast for America's Worst Hockey Team - It Can't Get Any Worse
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While the Sabres have been struggling this season, the Senators have taken a small step forward, and now look like a team that could be better than the Sabres for years. Sneaky Joe compares the two teams, where they're at in their rebuilds, and how good Ottawa is this season. Plus, Ryan McLeod finds himself in a 23-game goal drought and playing the…
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Sabres fans want to see Kevyn Adams swing a trade for Canucks star Elias Pettersson, but what if it takes Owen Power to get the deal done? Sneaky Joe goes through recent rumors and reports about Pettersson, one of which indicates it may take Power to outbid the rest of the Pettersson-market. Plus, the potential financial reason the Sabres may not b…
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The Sabres pulled off the win over the Capitals in a shootout, getting to within 6-points of a playoff spot, despite still being in last place. Lindy Ruff says the team is within striking distance of the playoffs. Agree? How close are the Sabres really? Plus, Sneaky Joe has a rant about Mattias Samuelsson. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gam…
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There's a 26-year old number one center, under contract until 2032, without any trade protection reportedly available for trade. No you're not dreaming. Maybe the best trade idea that's crossed Kevyn Adams' desk in four years is Elias Pettersson from the Canucks. Will Adams be able to get the deal done? Sneaky Joe goes through different scenarios a…
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The Sabres had a 3-goal lead and two 2-goal leads in Colorado, and still found a way to lose to a more talented team. From UPL's poor performance, to Lindy Ruff's personnel to hold a lead, to Beck Malenstyn's misread, Sneaky Joe blasts the Sabres for another pathetic loss. Plus, huge games from Jason Zucker and Bo Byram, two Sabres with the biggest…
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Bowen Byram has been putting up lots of points for the Sabres this year at 5-on-5, where he currently ranks 2nd among all defensemen in the NHL, but is he going to be in Buffalo long-term? Sneaky Joe looks at how good Byram has been this year, his current contract situation, and whether the Sabres will be able to keep him around for the long haul. …
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The Sabres have had a lot of trouble attracting good veteran players over the last few years, but they have one on the roster already. Sneaky Joe believes the Sabres should hang onto Jason Zucker for dear life, and offer him a contract extension. Would giving a multi-year extension to a 33 year old be a good idea? Plus, what the Sabres bar should b…
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The Sabres are riding a three game win streak, but they're still a far way out of a playoff spot. Sneaky Joe looks at the current playoff picture, what the playoff pace is, and what the Sabres realistically need to do to get back in the race. Are they capable of going on a run? Plus, Jiri Kulich continues to heat up, and Sabres prospects are lookin…
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The Sabres have several good prospects participating in the World Juniors, including Konsta Helenius for Finland, but Sabres fans may have a hard time getting excited. How much prospect fatigue do Sabres fans have? Sneaky Joe talks which prospects you should watch for in Ottawa, and what level of prospect James Hagens is, the presumptive 1st overal…
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Nothing is going right for the Sabres this season, as their losing streak reaches 13. Included in those struggles is Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen's regression from last season. Sneaky Joe looks to separate UPL's performance from the team's performance in front of him, which when looking at the numbers, doesn't look to good. Plus, Zach Benson is moving down…
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The Sabres are getting Rasmus Dahlin back in the lineup on Friday night, and despite the fact he's been dealing with a nagging back injury and hasn't played his best this season, the Sabres have been a much better team with Dahlin in the lineup vs. without. Sneaky Joe looks at the team's numbers before Dahlin's injury, compared to the team's number…
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The calls for Sabres GM Kevyn Adams to be fired are getting louder and louder. If the team decides to make that move, what will they do next? Sneaky Joe takes a look at who the most likely candidates are to replace Adams, including internal candidates like Jason Karmanos, as well as external candidates like Rick Dudley and Brian Burke. Plus, up and…
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Sabres owner Terry Pegula flew to Montreal to meet with his team on Monday, and reportedly gave the group a vote of confidence. The group was so motivated that they got smoked 6-1 by the worst team in the East. Sneaky Joe blasts the team and the owner for inaction and a horrific loss in a season of horrific losses. Plus, the one idea that would giv…
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The Sabres don't seem likely to make a trade, but there are rumors that other NHL teams are looking to acquire Dylan Cozens from them. Is it time to move Cozens? What type of value could the Sabres expect to get by moving him? Sneaky Joe looks at potential fits in Nashville and Anaheim, and what the Sabres have to be careful of with this idea. Plus…
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The Sabres have now lost ten games in a row after falling in Toronto on Sunday night, despite, again, having a multi-goal lead. With rumors that Terry Pegula is flying to Montreal to meet the team, is he about to make changes in the front office or coaching staff? Sneaky Joe looks at all that's going wrong with the team, plus a Bo Byram report that…
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The Sabres are presently on an eight game losing streak, amidst GM Kevyn Adams coming under tons of heat for the roster and comments he made last week. Sneaky Joe talks what is going wrong on this stretch and how much blame Adams deserves for the team's shortcomings. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Mint Mobile To get this new customer offer …
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The Sabres are looking to bounce back from their most embarrassing loss of the season and they'll have to do it without Rasmus Dahlin, who is dealing with a nagging back injury. If Dahlin is out long-term, Sneaky Joe argues they are going to need Owen Power to play amazing to suffice. Plus, why you could be feeling optimistic despite a horrific los…
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The Sabres find a way to blow a 4-0 lead to the Colorado Avalanche in one of the worst losses in franchise history. The Sabres looked fragile, panicky, and like a team that needs a shakeup. Sneaky Joe talks Sabres future, whether that be Kevyn Adams' job status, Rasmus Dahlin's happiness, or the roster being locked in for years. Support Us By Suppo…
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Casey Mittelstadt is back in Buffalo for the first time since being traded back in the spring for Bowen Byram. Looking back on the deal, did it end up working out for the Sabres? Would Sabres fans undo the deal if they could? Sneaky Joe evaluates Bo Byram's play this season and the need the Sabres still haven't filled since Mittelstadt vacated thei…
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The Sabres were shutout for the second time in three games over the weekend on Long Island, which continues a trend of the team not being able to score goals. Sneaky Joe breaks down the numbers on a team that is shooting a lot from distance, but not getting quality chances. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the app or go to…
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The Sabres are loaded at the center position, now that Tage Thompson is back from injury, but it looks like Jiri Kulich will remain one of the four down the middle. Sneaky Joe looks at Kulich's last week and why he's earned staying at center. Plus, a full preview of the game against Minnesota, which has the potential to be one of the best nights of…
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Rangers scorer Chris Kreider is reportedly available for trade and he seems to make a lot of sense for the Buffalo Sabres. How good is Kreider still? Is he the type of player the Sabres need? Sneaky Joe loves the idea and has a reasonable trade package he thinks could get the deal done. Plus, Tage Thompson is ready to return on Wednesday, finally! …
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The Sabres picked up six of six points on their West Coast trip, with comeback wins over the Ducks and Sharks over the weekend! Sneaky Joe breaks down both games and looks at Owen Power's season through 21 games, which looks more and more like a breakout season. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the app or go to https://pri…
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The Sabres have the same record as the Anaheim Ducks, but Sneaky Joe believes they are the far better team going into Friday night's matchup, where the Sabres are the biggest road favorite they've been all season. We take a look at how huge it is that the Sabres will avoid Ducks goalie Lukas Dostal, an update on Tage Thompson, and why Joe wants to …
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The Sabres went to LA and left with a 1-0 victory thanks to Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen's best game of the season and yet another powerplay goal. Sneaky Joe takes a look at UPL's phenomenal game, where he allowed roughly 4 goals fewer than he should've. Plus, Jason Zucker's role in the Sabres powerplay resurgence Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Ind…
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The Sabres are in LA ahead of a tough matchup with the Kings and it just got tougher as they're looking at no Tage Thompson or Alex Tuch for the game. Sneaky Joe looks through the crazy line combos Lindy Ruff has put together that includes Isak Rosen and Jiri Kulich in very interesting spots. Plus, how good the Kings have been this season, and why …
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The NHL salary cap is about to go way way up this offseason and next year. If the cap balloons to $97M and then possibly as high as $112M, will the Sabres spend the extra cash on hand? Sneaky Joe talks internal cap questions, how much room will have to be dedicated to Peterka, Byram, Quinn, and Levi, and what types of trades they should make with e…
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The Sabres are getting Tage Thompson and UPL back as they head out to the West Coast. Sneaky Joe talks expectations and what the Sabres need, playing two very bad teams while they're in California. Plus, where we stand with Devon Levi now that he's back in Rochester, and what to expect from Isak Rosen as he's called up. Support Us By Supporting Our…
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The Sabres keep going back and forth this season, this time losing to the Flyers after beating the Blues. Sneaky Joe talks both games, including all that went wrong in Philadelphia on Saturday night. Is it time to send Devon Levi to Rochester? And why does Zach Benson continue to be on the wrong side of every call??? Support Us By Supporting Our Sp…
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The Sabres got lucky with Tage Thompson's injury status, but not so lucky with Mattias Samuelsson. With yet another injury, can the Sabres ever trust him to stay healthy? Plus, just how bad has Samuelsson been this season when he's been on the ice, and can they do anything to move on from him after the season if they want to? Support Us By Supporti…
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The Sabres could be without Tage Thompson going forward. If they are, Sneaky Joe has some lines he think would best replace him and his offense. Plus, a breakdown of just how good Tage has been to start this season, and whether he'll also make Team USA for the upcoming Four Nations tourney. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Mint Mobile To get …
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The Sabres lose their three-game win streak at home to the last place team in the NHL. Montreal brought their fans with them in a 7-5 win at KeyBank Center. Sneaky Joe goes through what went wrong, and has some harsh criticism for Rasmus Dahlin. Plus, how much trouble are the Sabres in if Tage Thompson is out long-term? Support Us By Supporting Our…
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The Sabres went into MSG and laid it on one of the best teams in the NHL, with a 6-1 win over the New York Rangers. Sneaky Joe breaks down all that went right for the Sabres in the big win. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the app or go to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNHL to get $50 instantly after you play y…
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The Sabres were under pressure from fans and their head coach gong into Tuesday night's game against the Senators, and they absolutely answered the call with their best game of the year. Sneaky Joe breaks down their five goals, looks at great games by UPL, JJ Peterka, and Bo Byram. Plus, Lindy's decision to scratch Mattias Samuelsson and Henri Joki…
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Lindy Ruff when talking about his team's struggles is often mentioning their ability to score goals when getting chances. Sneaky Joe looks at the numbers on how many scoring chances the Sabres are generating, and if their finishing is their Achilles heel. Plus, a preview of Sabres and Senators on Tuesday night. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors…
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The Sabres dropped two more games over the weekend to the Red Wings and the Islanders, putting their record at 4-7-1, their worst start to a season in seven years. Sneaky Joe looks at Mattias Samuelsson and Jack Quinn for letting down the Sabres, and picks apart the Sabres style. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the app or…
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The Sabres face the Islanders on Friday night, a team the Sabres need to be better than this season and going forward if they want to be a playoff team. Sneaky Joe looks at the Islanders season, which has featured a team playing pretty well, that doesn't have the talent to score goals and take advantage. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Prize…
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Dylan Cozens is moving to the wing. At practice he was skating with Ryan McCleod and Jordan Greenway. Sneaky Joe breaks down why this is a good move for the short term, but begins big questions for the long term. If Dylan Cozens isn't going to be the Sabres 2nd line center of the future, who will be? Plus, our first power rankings of the season! Su…
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The Sabres played well against the Florida Panthers on Tuesday night, but a couple of mental errors cost them the game. Sneaky Joe breaks down what went wrong on the first three Panthers goals, including mistakes by their best players. Plus, Joe tries to find a way to split up Dylan Cozens and Jack Quinn in the Sabres lineup. Support Us By Supporti…
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The Sabres have won three in a row and beat a team they're competing with in the Red Wings. How have they done it? Sneaky Joe talks the Tage Thompson line, which is playing like one of the best lines in hockey. Plus, a full breakdown of the Sabres win on Saturday, and a preview of Monday's matchup with the Panthers. Support Us By Supporting Our Spo…
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The Sabres are getting close to full health. When they do get there, who will come out of the lineup? Sneaky Joe explores the possibility of Jack Quinn, Peyton Krebs, Beck Malenstyn, and others being in the scratch rotation. Plus, the Sabres' Saturday opponent, Detroit, are on a winning streak. Joe gets into why he does not believe the Red Wings wi…
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The Sabres have won back-to-back games after a 4-2 win over the Dallas Stars, that they almost blew at the end. Sneaky Joe focuses on Owen Power, who had a Victor Hedman-esque game, that resulted in three assists. Plus, Tage Thompson's great game, Dylan Cozens playing well despite still not scoring. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Sti…
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The Sabres kick off their four game homestand with a matchup against the Dallas Stars. Sneaky Joe talks matchup against an elite Stars team, including Jake Oettinger maybe being the best goalie in the NHL. Updates on Zach Benson, Jordan Greenway, and Nicholas Aube-Kubel. Plus, why are JJ Peterka's anytime goal odds so low? Support Us By Supporting …
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The Sabres get the win in Chicago, led by Tage Thompson and JJ Peterka. Sneaky Joe talks about the combo and why they might be good enough to carry the Sabres, offensively, this season. Plus, how many points do the Sabres need to get on their upcoming homestand? And how healthy is Rasmus Dahlin right now? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Inde…
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The Sabres lose in Columbus to the Blue Jackets furthering Sabre fan misery and leading to many already calling for someone to be fired. Sneaky Joe thinks there is a chance Terry Pegula could move on from Kevyn Adams during the season, but wonders what the plan afterwards would be. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the app …
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Sneaky Joe takes a deep dive into what has happened with Dylan Cozens in the last twelve months, as he's gone from a dynamite second line center, to a player lost at sea in one year. What are the major differences between Cozens two years ago and Cozens in the last year? Plus, Jack Quinn coming out of the Sabres lineup for Jiri Kulich, and a previe…
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The Sabres had a 3-1 lead, and then a 5-4 lead late, and could not seal the deal against the Pittsburgh Penguins, led by who else by Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. Plus, we officially have a Dylan Cozens problem in Buffalo. And maybe a Jack Quinn problem too. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the app or go to https://priz…
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The Sabres have their first win of the season, but can they get a nice win streak going? Sneaky Joe looks at a big matchup in Pittsburgh, against the team Joe says will likely be in direct competition with the Sabres for a playoff spot all season. Plus, Jordan Greenway's strong start to the year, Lindy's powerplay philosophy, and a nice parlay idea…
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After two losses in Prague, the Sabres look to start their home schedule off on the right foot with a win over the LA Kings. Sneaky Joe previews the matchup, including both team's lineups, and why he doesn't expect a lot of goals in tonight's game. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use…
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The Sabres are dealing with some injuries to Nicholas Aube-Kubel, Zach Benson, and JJ Peterka. Sneaky Joe connects some dots that could signal Peterka playing in the home opener on Thursday. Plus, the NHL opens in North America, and which Sabres could win an NHL award this season? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametim…
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