Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 29/09/2026The Sabres are relying on Östlund, Kulich, & Helenius to step in & produce in pivotal roles this year after not making any external moves in the wake of Alex Tuch’s departure. The big question is, what will the adjustment period look like as they step into full-time NHL roles? 110
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Sports Trivia at Mr. Goodbar is BACK! Join us 10/6 for our first trivia night of the season + a watch party for Sabres vs Wild. 2 Sabres categories, 2 Bills categories, & 2 general sports categories with prizes such as Sabres tickets, signed Sabres gear, gift certificates & more! 052
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 09/09/2026We’re back with our Season 7 finale discussing our decision to go independent, sports betting, the Hellebuyck rumors heating up again, our confidence in the Sabres’ goaltending situation, rating the offseason as a whole, and more! 000
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 27/07/2026An episode long overdue: our pal @nategearysports.bsky.social joins us on today's episode of the pod to discuss the Sabres offseason, if there still is a big move to be made, expectations for next season, and what happens if the Sabres take a step back. @hockeypodnet.bsky.social 002
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 26/06/2026I have some questions about Zellweger (mostly related to his size/play in his own zone and getting benched in the playoffs), but: 1. His offensive upside is exciting 2. He's young and improving 3. I will not miss pick #45 or Wahlberg 241
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 25/06/2026LOVE getting Benson at that AAV and term. A good deal now that will almost certainly be a bargain in the coming years. Needless to say, I love the return on the Byram deal, even if I wish he'd stayed at a reasonable price. Letting Tuch go was the right move, so it was nice to get a pick for him. 090
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 17/06/2026Probably the right move. It may work for him in San Jose, but it wasn't working here. One step closer to entering next season with a reasonable number of third-pairing D men 081
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 10/06/2026Good way to view the Tuch situation: look at the wingers from 2010-2013 drafts aka the ages Tuch would be in the 1st half of an 8-year deal (Tuch was 2014 draft). How many of these wingers right now would you be happy paying $11+ mil per year? I’d confidently say only 2-3. 021
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 09/06/2026Reports continue to indicate the Sabres & Alex Tuch will be parting ways July 1. Thankfully for the Sabres, an offseason that projects to have a lot of player movement combined with internal reinforcements should give the team multiple options to fill the Tuch-void in the top 9. 112
Reposted by Straight Up SabresTaylor @taylornigrelli.bsky.social · 06/06/2026Wrote a little something about the 2025-26 Buffalo Sabres: thehungrydogblog.wordpress.com/2026/06/05/b...thehungrydogblog.wordpress.comBelief, Disbelief, and The 2025-26 Buffalo SabresThe 2025-26 Buffalo Sabes season has been over for weeks, but I’m still having trouble wrapping my mind around it. 50 wins. A division title. A playoff series win. The 10-game win streak. One of th… 063
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 06/06/2026Taylor wrote about this year's Sabres run 010
Reposted by Straight Up SabresTaylor @taylornigrelli.bsky.social · 05/06/2026To be specific, Brendan had a busy week with work. I actually got lost in The Backrooms. I didn't do anything weird or discover something dark within myself. I mostly just hooped in a bizarre, oblong version of my old high school gym. The ball was square and the tiger mascot was yellow. Odd week. 021
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 05/06/2026We both had busy weeks this week so no new episode but we’ll be back with a new one on Monday recapping Lindy getting robbed of the Jack Adams, Larkin being available, more offseason talk, and, perhaps most importantly, NOT a word on the Stanley Cup. 020
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 29/05/2026“It’s not “oh it’s gonna be a problem when he’s 37.” It could be a problem when he’s 32.” On our new episode out now, we discuss the latest on Alex Tuch, goaltending next year, if the Sabres should trade young pieces for proven talent, & more offseason questions. 163
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 28/05/2026Happy Birthday to one-half of the finest Sabres podcast in existence! @brendanorr.bsky.social 1124
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 21/05/2026The Sabres’ season ended in heartbreak, but for the first time in a long time, there’s real optimism to be had. On our new episode, we dive into how we’re feeling after the Game 7 loss against Montreal and recap this incredible ride as we look ahead to a bright future. 100
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 19/05/2026youtu.be/VXNfxK5Q2Qg?...youtu.beNo Country for Old Men (2007) - Sheriff Bell's dreams (Tommy Lee Jones)YouTube video by My Movie Quotes 031
Reposted by Straight Up SabresThe Big, Dumb QB Haver (For Now) @andrewkilger.bsky.social · 18/05/2026Thanks for pulling out all the stops. 021
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 18/05/2026No formal pod watch party tonight but we’ll be watching the game at Mr. Goodbar if you’re in need of Game 7 plans! Not just saying it because they’re our sponsor but the vibes, beverages, and food will be unmatched so come hangout. #thisisnotanad #okaymaybeitisalittle 132
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 13/05/2026Folks, we had another great night at Mr. Goodbar. The audio and video should be out later today. And stay tuned for announcements about the next watch party👀 081
Reposted by Straight Up SabresThe Big, Dumb QB Haver (For Now) @andrewkilger.bsky.social · 13/05/2026Sabres undefeated in the playoffs when @straightupsabres.bsky.social does a live game watch event at a bar? Something to think about... 1111
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 13/05/2026Marty St. Louis, you will not see Valhalla. Go do some calf raises, you manlet bozo. 062
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 11/05/2026We are putting the bad vibes of Game 3 behind us and are LOCKING IN for the Game 4 watch party upstairs at Mr. Goodbar on Tuesday. Our last watch party was the 6-1 win over Boston in Game 4, so we’re expecting similar results tomorrow. Let’s tie this series up! 😤🦬⚔️🍻 112
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 11/05/2026Among many other issues, this has been a brutal game for Stanley and Timmins. Wonder if we see some D pair shuffling before Game 4 2112
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 10/05/2026Game 3 tonight, but we’ve got your Game 4 plans covered for Tuesday 🤝 000
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 08/05/2026The Sabres did a lot of things well in their game 1 win over MTL, between creating high-danger chances, dominating on the forecheck, & leaning into their depth. On today's new ep, we explore what worked and what they need to prepare for ahead of game 2, plus Dahlin's Norris nom. 100
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 07/05/2026Shocked he was nominated over Hughes, but very happy for the captain after an incredibly difficult season off the ice and a tremendous one on it 050
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 07/05/2026This may have been said already, but Lindy is now 16-4 in game 1 in his Sabres career (only 2-3 in Dallas and New Jersey). 051
Reposted by Straight Up SabresBrendan Orr @brendanorr.bsky.social · 07/05/2026No sense in talking about any other contracts this offseason until Benson’s is done. What a player. 2213
Reposted by Straight Up SabresStraight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 05/05/2026The Sabres are onto round 2 & face a tough opponent in Montreal. While the two teams share similar profiles, the Sabres have shown a versatility in how they can win games that will hopefully present problems for MTL. New episode previewing the series, looking back at Boston, & more out now. 154
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 05/05/2026The Sabres are onto round 2 & face a tough opponent in Montreal. While the two teams share similar profiles, the Sabres have shown a versatility in how they can win games that will hopefully present problems for MTL. New episode previewing the series, looking back at Boston, & more out now. 154
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 05/05/2026Heads up! Just learned due to a back-end error that today’s podcast randomly cut short about 38 minutes in. That issue has been resolved and the full episode will be live across streaming platforms momentarily. Thanks to those of you who reached out and let us know! 020
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 04/05/2026This will be the Sabres first playoff matchup against Montreal since the second round win in 1998. 161
Reposted by Straight Up SabresTaylor @taylornigrelli.bsky.social · 04/05/2026Next stop: La Belle Province! 052
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 02/05/2026More to come, but for now: Fuck Boston, Go Sabres 090
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 02/05/2026Stan Chera watch is on in Boston, folks 000
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 30/04/2026Losing Game 5 in OT & only scoring 1 goal was a major missed opportunity for the Sabres, but that doesn't mean there weren't things to like about their play down the stretch. We dive into the loss, our confidence in closing this out, & the impact of losing Ostlund on today's episode. 010
Reposted by Straight Up SabresJoe from Queens @buffalowins.bsky.social · 29/04/2026During the anthem chorus 2252
Reposted by Straight Up SabresBrendan Orr @brendanorr.bsky.social · 28/04/2026Had such a blast on Sunday at Mr. Goodbar. Thanks to everyone who came out, can't wait for the next one! Check out our first ever full video episode on YouTube (or your usual streaming platform). Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZjj... 011
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 28/04/2026The Sabres crushed the Bruins in Game 4 & we had the pleasure of watching with everyone who came to our watch party at Goodbar. Today's ep of the pod is all the interviews with guests & as you can imagine we got some quality analysis. Full ep on our YouTube (link below), or listen on streaming. 140
Reposted by Straight Up SabresTaylor @taylornigrelli.bsky.social · 26/04/2026The Bills post-draft Instagram post has literally hundreds of comments like this. The people really have turned against Beane. Things are gonna get ugly in a hurry if they don't start strong next year. Sabres in 5, btw 093
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 26/04/2026We’re hours away from game 4 and if you’re looking for somewhere fun to watch we’ve got you covered at Mr. Goodbar! Join us on the second floor for drink deals, giveaways, & we’re doing man on the street interviews with guests between periods for tomorrow’s episode of the pod. Hope you can make it! 011
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 24/04/2026In need of Game 4 plans? Look no further! Drink specials, cool giveaways, A+ bar food, & the most immaculate vibes at Mr. Goodbar. Also, we’ll be doing interviews with attendees in the intermissions that’ll be part of our Monday episode so come through if you wanna be on the pod! 052
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 21/04/2026"Physicality is their big thing. They are big and they are physical. The Sabres showed up and said, "we can do that too."" Shoutout to Marco Sturm for the bulletin board material. New episode out today covering game 1 of Sabres first round series against Boston. @hockeypodnet.bsky.social 031
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 20/04/2026Gonna make a ridiculous comparison: 2018 NBA Finals! 030
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 17/04/2026The Sabres really couldn't have asked for a better matchup than facing the Bruins in round 1. On today's new episode, we preview the series, reflect on the magical regular season, & state our case for why Lindy should easily win the Jack Adams. @hockeypodnet.bsky.social 001
Straight Up Sabres @straightupsabres.bsky.social · 17/04/2026Hey friends, Brendan here. Would really appreciate you coming out or donating to the annual benefit concert I put on for my sister, which is happening next Friday at Nietzsche's. It's a great lineup of local music supporting an even better cause. Tickets: bit.ly/4tV1hK5 Donate: bit.ly/4sLEn6Z 033