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The Instigator Podcast

Two in the Box, Bleav

A Buffalo Sabres podcast hosted by Chris and Tyler of the Buffalo blog Two in the Box. The Instigator focuses on Sabres hockey, the NHL and other Buffalo-related topics.

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01:18:51

Power Play Woes Plague Sabres Playoff Return

The Instigator Podcast ·

2026/04/23

Buffalo's power play has been an issue all season and it's been particularly awful in the month of April. The power play woes have continued into the playoffs and could derail Buffalo's efforts to take down the Bruins in round one. We discuss games one and two, what worked well for the Sabres in their thrilling game one victory and what didn't work as the Bruins returned the favor in game two. We spend time talking about the choice in goal for game three and what could spark the power play as the

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01:14:09

Sabres Lock Up Atlantic and a Date with The Bruins

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2026/04/15

The Sabres are Atlantic Division champs, an amazing result considering where they came from in early December. We break down the Atlantic Division title and how it will shape expectations for the postseason. We also break down Buffalo's matchup with the Bruins and the pros and cons of the round one series for both clubs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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01:07:50

Which Drought-Era Sabre Would You Add to This Year's...

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2026/04/08

The drought is officially over. The Sabres clinched a playoff spot over the weekend and celebrated inside a raucous KeyBank Center on Monday. We talk through the end of the drought, Monday's win and the remaining work to be done in the playoff race. We also float who could get the biggest pop for banging the drum for game one and discuss which drought-era Sabres we would add to the current roster. We also touch on the slew of firings from around the NHL that have come late in the season. Hosted by

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00:59:35

Lineup Refinement Coming as Sabres Inch Closer to...

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2026/04/01

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

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01:09:35

Who Do You Want the Sabres To Draw in Round One?

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2026/03/25

Who do you think is the best matchup for the Sabres in round one? There are still upwards of eight teams that could wind up playing the Sabres in the first round. We spend this week's episode talking through Buffalo's potential opponents in round one, providing insight into the strengths and weaknesses of each team and which we feel would be best for the Sabres to avoid and which would be favorable to draw. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our

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00:35:56

2ITB Mailbag: Does Lindy Win the Jack Adams and Who...

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2026/03/19

Is Lindy going to win the Jack Adams? Will he retire if he does? Who should be the playoff starter and what will the Sabres do with their third pair? All of those questions and more are addressed on this mailbag edition of The Instigator Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:57:05

The Sabres Wagon Keeps Rolling

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2026/03/11

It's been quite the week for the Sabres. Under normal circumstances, the trade deadline would have offered more than enough fodder for an episode, but then the Sabres and Lightning put on the most exciting game of the season. We talk through the aftermath of Sunday's barnburner, dig in on Buffalo's deadline acquisitions and look at the road ahead. We also talk about Lindy Ruff's bonafides as a coach of the year candidate and whether or not he can overtake John Cooper to win the Jack Adams

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00:29:22

Sabres Add Four Players at 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

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2026/03/06

The Sabres didn't land any big fish at this year's deadline but they brought in depth at forward and the blue line. Logan Stanley and Sam Carrick will likely be the most heavily deployed acquisitions while Tanner Pearson and Luke Schenn offer addition depth. This quick episode runs down Buffalo's additions at the deadline, the prices they paid and what we can expect from the quartet of new faces who will don blue and gold this spring. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com

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01:20:13

Sabres Chasing Parayko, Thomas Ahead of NHL Deadline

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2026/03/05

Colton Parayko may be a Sabre if he opts to waive his no trade clause. Robert Thomas was very nearly a Sabre, based on reporting on Tuesday. Both big names out of St. Louis are our primary talking points this week as Thomas would represent a monumental blockbuster deal while Parayko is a seasoned top four defender who would further strengthen an already impressive unit. We break down what Parayko could mean for the Sabres as we await word on the trade being finalized. We also dive deep into the

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00:57:02

Double Golds and Discourse Follows the U.S. Back From...

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2026/02/25

For the first time in 46 years the U.S. has won gold in Olympic Hockey. Meanwhile, the U.S. women brought home yet another gold medal, cementing themselves as the global power in the women's game. We break down both gold medals in addition to addressing the discourse that has followed in the wake of the double championships. In this episode we debate if USA Hockey will learn the wrong lessons from hanging on for dear life in the gold medal game along with our grievances with the officiating in both

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00:50:16

Who Takes Gold at the 2026 Olympics?

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2026/02/12

The Olympic hockey tournament is here and we take a look at the tournament favorites on the men's side. We break down the Canadian and U.S. line combos and share what we think separates the two gold medal favorites. We offer thoughts on what countries we think will make some noise at the tournament and pick our podium.Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem

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00:43:13

Storylines and Insights on the Olympic Hockey...

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2026/02/10

With the men's Olympic hockey tournament set to begin and the women's Olympic hockey tournament already underway, Parker McLean of On The Fly joined the show to give a host of insights on this year's Olympic hockey tournament. Parker provides some great, in-depth talking points on the women's tournament, the teams who will be competing behind the U.S. and Canada and which of the two big rivals will walk away with gold. We also break down the men's tournament, discussing what fans can expect from

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01:07:50

Radio Broadcast Changes on the Horizon for Sabres, Bills

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2026/02/04

Big news broke in Buffalo on Tuesday as it was announced the Bills will bringing their radio production in-house for the coming season. Shortly after, The Buffalo News reported that the Sabres will follow suit. This represents a big shift in how both teams present themselves to their fanbase and will have a broad impact for fans. We discuss some of the more fascinating points of the process and what may be on the horizon in Western New York. We also dig into the Sabres strong finish in their

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01:00:32

Four Point Games Abound For The Surging Sabres

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2026/01/28

Four point games are all the rage as the Sabres press on. The next week is filled with high-stakes games as the Sabres look to strengthen their hold on an Eastern Conference playoff spot. We touch on the upcoming schedule, whether or not Buffalo's dip in underlying numbers are cause for concern and offer a few thoughts on last week's Josh Doan extension. Along the way, we touch on the pair of trades made by the Islanders and share some thoughts on Buffalo's minor league trade with the Hurricanes as

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00:53:35

The Sabres Playoff Push Rolls On

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2026/01/21

We take a detour from hockey talk to break down the seismic news of Sean McDermott's firing from the Bills. We touch on that news before digging in to the latest with the Sabres as they continue their push to end the playoff drought with a few impressive showings as they head out on the road. We also talk about how rejuvenating the Olympic break may be for the players who are dealing with injuries like Josh Norris and Michael Kesselring.Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New

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00:56:09

Sabres Must Weather the Storm of the Condensed Schedule

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2026/01/14

The meat of the NHL's condensed schedule has arrived. The Sabres face a daunting set of games as they head towards the Olympic break and it doesn't get any easier in March. We talk though the challenges the Sabres face as they work to stay in the thick of the playoff race. Along the way, we touch on Buffalo's need for one more scorer and share some thoughts on what else needs to be shored up as they creep towards the stretch run.Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call

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01:06:39

Seeking Targets to Bolster the Sabres Blue Line

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2026/01/07

This week's episode tackles the tricky topic of scoreboard watching along with a discussion of the Sabres line combinations upon Jason Zucker's return. We break down the pros and cons of Peyton Krebs remaining with Tage Thompson, Noah Ostlund's apparent demotion and whether Jack Quinn should remain in the lineup. We wrap up with an in-depth look at some potential options on the blueline as the Sabres try to navigate the absence of Michael Kesselring and Conor Timmins.Gambling problem? Call one

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01:12:31

Dissecting the Positives of the Sabres Winning Streak

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2025/12/31

The Sabres streak hit nine and we offer up thoughts on the latest for the streaking Sabres while digging into some of Owen Power's impressive underlying numbers while fleshing out the debate over trading him. We also provide some insight to the USA Olympic hockey team's roster bubble, debating the last few players expected to make the team ahead of the official announcement.Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369)

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00:49:36

Sabres Streaking in the Jarmo Era

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2025/12/24

Jarmo Kekäläinen made his first front office additions, bringing in Marc Bergevin and Josh Flynn. We talk about those additions and what else may be on the horizon for Kekäläinen and the Sabres hockey department as the new GM settles in. This episode also runs through some players who may have been Adams' guys but potentially not Jarmo's guys. We touch on the upcoming World Junior Championship and offer up a gift that each of us would give to the Sabres.Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred

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01:02:20

Jarmo Kekäläinen Takes the Helm for the Sabres

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2025/12/17

Kevyn Adams was relieved of his duties as Buffalo Sabres general manager, a move that was eagerly anticipated by Sabres fans. Jarmo Kekäläinen steps into the role, the first time Terry Pegula has hired a general manager with prior experience in his time as owner. We break down where things went wrong for Adams and what led to his firing. We also dig in to what makes Kekäläinen an intriguing fit for the Sabres and the biggest issues he'll need to manage in the role. Gambling problem? Call one

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