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Sabres Live

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Buffalo Sabres
NHL
NHL Playoffs
Montreal Canadiens
Olympics
Boston Bruins
Tage Thompson
Tampa Bay Lightning
Rasmus Dahlin
Florida Panthers
Alex Tuck
Toronto Maple Leafs
Olympic Hockey
Team USA
NHL Trade Deadline
Lindy Ruff
Pittsburgh Penguins
Playoffs
Team Canada
Dominik Hasek

No radio station in the USA talks more hockey than WGR Sports Radio 550 and no radio station talks more Buffalo Sabres and NHL hockey better than us. Heard daily from 12PM-1PM on WGR and simulcast on MSG TV, Sabres Live goes deep into the corners everyday, breaking down the play and the players of every Sabres game. Plus, we take listeners around the NHL getting the inside scoop on all the top sto... more

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Recent Guests

Mike McIntyre
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Evan Lazar
Analyst, patriots.com
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Brian Sciaretta
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Danny Brier
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Episode: 6/5/26 Full Show
Jeff Merrick
Daily Faceoff host, formerly on many broadcasts
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Danny Briere
Flyers GM, in studio guest
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Adam Kimmelman
Deputy Managing Editor, NHL.com
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Luke Fox
NHL writer for Sportsnet
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Episode: Best Sabres Interviews on WGR: May 25-29
Travis Yost
NHL analyst
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Hosts

Marty
Long-time Sabres Live host with extensive play-by-play and team history, known for insightful hockey analysis and strong hosting presence.
Duffer
Co-host with a knack for dynamic banter and fan engagement, complemented by a solid grasp of Sabres context.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 244 ratings
  • River hockey does work in the playoffs

    It is clear the Sabres are not ready for playoff hockey

    River hockey does work in the playoffs

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    Prometheus---
    United States2 months ago
  • Segments

    Love the show. Listen most days. I would love if you stopped uploading segments of the show

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    4
    Ziffel39
    Canada3 years ago
  • Sabres Live review

    Marty’s great; Brian Duff is awful. Also it seems the sound quality is off, perhaps being in different locations, maybe? Marty’s audio is often faint so one ups the volume for his take, then Duff speaks up and it’s deafening….makes it a hard listen in general, but worse when you add Duff’s awful narratives….someone please just tell the guy to speak like a normal person…we want straight hockey talk not Ivy League wannabe wordsmith’s.

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    2
    bash HOF 27 Parsons
    United States4 years ago
  • Lacking

    Was way better with petey and Riv . Now it’s just a company show , god forbid there be some real opinion and some constructive criticism.I’m off to after the whistle .

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    1
    jb5432
    United States4 years ago
  • Not as good as it used to be.

    Marty and Duffer are both articulate but the show seems very insincere now. Like they’re just reading off what the team wants them to say. Those two could never be described as instigators. Might have to change the name to something more gentle to suit these two better.

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    Tompullings
    Canada4 years ago

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Some listeners want more studio consistency and fewer on-the-fly edits.
Listeners praise insightful hockey analysis and guest variety.
Fans appreciate the deep dive into goaltending and lineup strategy.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Lindy Ruff on the end of the season and offseason thoughts
Q: How do you view the goaltending situation moving forward, given the three-goalie dynamic this season?
The three-goalie setup proved valuable; we'll likely maintain flexibility based on performance, health, and the ability to rest starters, with an emphasis on getting everyone aligned and prepared for the next season.
Lindy Ruff on the end of the season and offseason thoughts
Q: Can you give us a sense of what you and your staff have been doing to prepare for the off-season?
We've focused on playoffs-related adjustments, evaluation of players and lines using statistics, and planning for the draft and free agency, while keeping a close eye on center depth and goaltending options.
Best of the Sabres on WGR: How Lindy Ruff’s lineup tweaks worked to even the series
Q: How did Shen perform in limited minutes and what does that mean for the lineup going forward?
Paul says Shen was solid on the penalty kill and did not hurt the team in his brief stint, suggesting they may stick with him or weigh adjustments depending on the next game.
Best of the Sabres on WGR: How Lindy Ruff’s lineup tweaks worked to even the series
Q: Luukkonen, do you go right back to him after the win in Montreal?
Paul explains that the team values rest and the ongoing evaluation of goaltenders, noting that they could continue alternating or keep Luukkonen based on how he's playing and rest considerations.
Best of the Sabres: Tage Thompson takes blame as Sabres face must-win Game 4
Q: What did you see as the main issue for Buffalo these last two games?
The team looked out of sync, pressured, and overwhelmed by Montreal's pace, with leaders not performing at expected levels and defensive breakdowns piling up.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sabres Live

What is Sabres Live about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on deep hockey analysis around the Buffalo Sabres, blending in-depth roster strategy, goaltending decisions, and salary-cap considerations with broader NHL context. Recurring threads include line juggling, multi-goaltender dynamics, and player development from Rochester to the NHL, often featuring insider perspectives from beat reporters and league insiders. Notably, guests regularly bring outside scrutiny and historical context, making it valuable for listeners who want blunt hockey talks, tactical breakdowns, and implications for the Sabres' future windows. The format blends expert analysis with lively host banter and fan engagement, making it a go-to for serious hockey fans and industry professionals alike who want acti... more

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1. Locked On Sabres - Daily Podcast On The Buffalo Sabres
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3. The Jeremy & Joe Show
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1. Mike McIntyre
2. Evan Lazar
3. Brian Sciaretta
4. Danny Brier
5. Jeff Merrick
6. Danny Briere
7. Adam Kimmelman
8. Luke Fox

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