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Half Hour Hockey ShowS3, E12: Mike Augello, The Hockey NewsKevin & Kevin put a bow on the 2024-25 Buffalo Sabres and look ahead to what could be an eventful offseason. Mike Augello of The Hockey News stops by to join the conversation, as they discuss what players could be on the move and whether there's a potential for some front office shakeups.2025-04-2835 min
Half Hour Hockey ShowS3, E11: Matthew Fairburn, The AthleticThe day after watching the Buffalo Sabres score on their own net, we are joined by Matthew Fairburn of The Athletic to talk about how this team can't seem to get out of their own way this season. We also discuss Terry Pegula's failing grade in The Athletic's ownership poll, and wonder why Gary Bettman refuses to tweak the NHL's playoff format.2025-03-2138 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS3, E10: Welcome to Tryout SeasonYouth hockey tryouts are almost upon us, and the boys are joined by Chris Ostrander (@2ITB_Buffalo) to discuss one of the most stressful parts of being a hockey parent.2025-02-2738 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS3, E9: Steve Murphy, Buffalo State men's hockeyKevin & Kevin are joined by Buffalo State men's hockey head coach Steve Murphy, who just became the winningest coach in program history. Murphy also discusses the Bengals' hot start in SUNYAC play and their outdoor game against Keene State.2025-01-2428 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS3, E8: Ringing in the New YearIn their first pod of 2025, Kevin Sylvester and Kevin Snow share their thoughts on a variety of topics, including: Lindy Ruff, Thomas Vanek, offer sheets, Sabres trade chatter, and Canada's flameout at the World Juniors.2025-01-1033 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS3, E7: Analyzing the Skid MarksAfter swearing off regular Buffalo Sabres conversations, Kevin & Kevin were left no choice but to dive into the team's eventful 11-game losing skid. Did Terry Pegula's pep talk fall on deaf ears, or is this just a flawed roster? Many questions loom as the boys in blue and gold limp towards the Christmas break.2024-12-1930 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS3, E6: Welcome to Sports PR 101We discuss how preparation and messaging could've helped the Buffalo Sabres avoid the mess that was last week's Kevyn Adams press conference. Former Toronto Blue Jays PR guru Mal Romanin joined us with his insights, including why he believes it's more important than ever for owner Terry Pegula to break his silence.2024-12-1040 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS3, E5: Fredonia State men's hockey head coach Jeff MeredithFredonia State University men's hockey head coach Jeff Meredith stops by to discuss the highlights of his remarkable 37-year career behind the bench, his thoughts on the recruiting process, and the legacy that he wants to be remembered for.2024-12-0538 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS3, E4: The Game Night Experience (11/19/24)Kevin & Kevin swap stories about their recent game night experiences at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, and compare them to what it's like at Buffalo's KeyBank Center these days.2024-11-1936 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS3, E3: Shooting the breeze with Tim Turk (11/14/24)NHL shooting and scoring coach Tim Turk joins Kevin & Kevin for an entertaining conversation about one of the most important skills in hockey. Tim shares his stories of working in the NHL, and offers detailed tips to players and parents on everything from stick selection to shooting styles. Just in time for Thanksgiving, this is the Turkey you really need!2024-11-1440 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS3, E2: Blame the Refs!Kevin & Kevin are joined by longtime USA Hockey referee Leif Skodnick to share his stories about what it's like to be a youth hockey official in today's environment. The boys talk parents behaving badly, coaches gone wild, and what can be done to recruit and retain younger officials during a very tumultuous time in the sport.2024-11-0144 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS3, E1: Canisius Golden Griffins head coach Trevor LargeKevin Sylvester and Kevin Snow are back! In the return episode, the boys are joined by Canisius Golden Griffins men's hockey head coach Trevor Large. It's been a slow start to the season for the Griffs, but they have a big week ahead that includes a pair of home games against #4 Michigan State. Large talks about what he's doing to get his squad back on track, and preparing them to face the Spartans.2024-10-2230 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 27: What's next for the Sabres? Guest: Ryan Stimson - The Athletic BUF (4/9/19)Kevin & Kevin talk Sabres, Housley, Botterill and what's up next for the beleaguered blue & gold. Also: Ryan Stimson from The Athletic Buffalo drops by to discuss the Sabres culture - or lack thereof.2019-04-0940 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 26: Budd Bailey talking Sabres (4/3/19)Special guest Budd Bailey joins Kevin Sylvester for his thoughts on the state of the Buffalo Sabres.2019-04-0335 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 25: game presentation talk w/ Rich Wall (3/27/19)An inside look at the nuances and challenges of game presentation & the arena experience with Rich Wall, former Director of Game Presentation with the Buffalo Sabres.2019-03-2751 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 24: Kristina Rutherford - Sportsnet (3/20/19)Kevin & Kevin talk women's hockey with special guest Kristina Rutherford from Sportsnet.ca, including her thoughts on a possible merger between the NWHL and CWHL.2019-03-2034 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 23: Brian Blessing (3/5/19)Former Hockey Hotline host Brian Blessing joins us on the phone from Las Vegas to talk Sabres, Golden Knights, gambling and golf.2019-03-0542 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 22: John Vogl - The Athletic (2/26/19)We recap the NHL Trade Deadline and check out where the Buffalo Sabres are at with John Vogl from The Athletic Buffalo. John also updates us on Kyle Okposo's health, and teases his upcoming story about concussions that includes an interview with former NHLer Daniel Carcillo.2019-02-2634 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 21: Chris "Bulldog" Parker - WGR 550 (2/19/19)It's a youth hockey roundtable as Kevin & Kevin are joined by Chris "Bulldog" Parker from WGR 550 to discuss their experiences as hockey parents.2019-02-1952 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 20: Pat Malacaro - Sabres Radio Network (2/12/19)It's time for some good old fashioned Buffalo Sabres talk with Pat Malacaro from WGR 550 & the Sabres Radio Network. We touch on a number of current topics, including what to do at the trade deadline, and whether the Sabres are actually playoff contenders.2019-02-1236 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 19: Jennifer Botterill (2/7/19)Three-time Olympic gold medalist Jennifer Botterill talks about her new role as an analyst on MSG's NY Islanders coverage, her outstanding college hockey career at Harvard & what it was like growing up with her older brother, Jason.
Also: Kevin & Kevin discuss Kendall Coyne Schofield's All-Star Weekend appearance and what it could do for women's hockey going forward.2019-02-0841 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 18: George Finn AKA Carl Racki from "Youngblood" (1/25/19)Special guest George Finn joined us to discuss his role as tough guy Carl Racki in the 1986 hockey movie "Youngblood." Finn talks about working with Rob Lowe and Patrick Swayze on the film that has become a cult classic.2019-01-2559 min
Talking BuffaloEP 87: Kevin Sylvester, Sports Media Veteran
On the episode of the Moran-Alytics Podcast, Patrick Moran interviews longtime Buffalo sports media veteran Kevin Sylvester on a wide variety of topics, dating all the way back his growing up in Waterloo, New York.
During a career that’s now spanned more than two decades, Sylvester’s pretty much done it all when it comes to sportscasting, particularly in the Western New York region. He’s worked on the radio side at WGR multiple times as well as WBEN while also spending 11 years with the Buffalo Sabres in several different roles. Sylvester runs throug...2019-01-221h 25Half Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 17: Amerks talk with Kevin Oklobzija (1/16/19)Long-time hockey writer Kevin Oklobzija (PickinSplinters.com) joined the show to talk about what's up with Buffalo's AHL affiliate, the Rochester Amerks.2019-01-1637 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 16: Jeff Glor - CBS Evening News (12/27/18)From Tonawanda, NY to the Big Apple, Jeff Glor's journey has taken him to one of the most prestigious seats in television news. The anchor of the CBS Evening News is also a huge Sabres and Bills fan, and shares some stories about growing up in Western New York.
The Half Hour Hockey Show is presented by New Edge Hockey Development Academy, WNY's premier destination for elite hockey training. Check them out at newedgehockey.com2018-12-2730 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 15: Paul Stewart - former NHL referee (12/20/18)With more than 1,000 games to his credit, former NHL referee Paul Stewart reflects on his colorful career in pro hockey, and his recent induction into the USA Hockey Hall of Fame.
The Half Hour Hockey Show is presented by New Edge Hockey Development Academy, WNY's premier destination for elite hockey training. Check them out at newedgehockey.com2018-12-2036 minTalking BuffaloEP 79: Kevin Snow, Half Hour Hockey Show
On this episode of the Moran-Alytics Podcast, Patrick Moran interviews Kevin Snow, co-host of the Half Hour Hockey Show on a variety of topics. Along with Buffalo sports media mainstay Kevin Sylvester, Snow helps anchor one of the best Buffalo Sabres focused podcasts you’ll find anywhere. Snow talks about how their podcast got started, the process he and Sylvester go through each episode with a heavy emphasis on producing professional sounding audio. Their show recently featured Danny Briere, one of the most popular former Buffalo Sabres in team history as a guest and Snow let’s fans...2018-12-181h 08Half Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 14: Richard Deitsch - The Athletic & Sportsnet The FAN 590 (12/17/18)Long-time media columnist and radio personality Richard Deitsch joined us to talk about how hockey is covered on TV in Canada and the US, along with a general discussion of the media landscape in both countries.2018-12-1743 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep 13: Danny Briere (12/11/18)Kevin & Kevin chat with former Sabre Danny Briere about his time in Buffalo, the heartbreak of the 2006 Stanley Cup Playoffs, and his new role as a hockey executive.
The Half Hour Hockey Show is presented by New Edge Hockey Development Academy, WNY's premier destination for elite hockey training. Check them out at newedgehockey.com2018-12-1139 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 12: Jon Christiano - former Buffalo Sabres pro scout (12/3/18)Former Sabres pro scout Jon Christiano analyzes Buffalo's recent success, along with his thoughts on Rasmus Dahlin, Carter Hutton and Evan Rodrigues.
The Half Hour Hockey Show is presented by New Edge Hockey Development Academy, WNY's premier destination for elite hockey training. Check them out at newedgehockey.com2018-12-0344 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 11: John Buccigross - ESPN (11/29/18)ESPN's John Buccigross joined the show to talk Sabres, #cawlidgehockey and bourbon with Kevin & Kevin.
The Half Hour Hockey Show is presented by New Edge Hockey Development Academy, WNY's premier destination for elite hockey training. Check them out at newedgehockey.com2018-11-2933 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 10: Ken Reid - Sportsnet anchor/author "Hockey Card Stories" (11/21/18)Sportsnet anchor/author Ken Reid joined the fellas to talk about his latest book, "Hockey Card Stories 2."
The Half Hour Hockey Show is presented by New Edge Hockey Development Academy, WNY's premier destination for elite hockey training. Check them out at newedgehockey.com2018-11-2130 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 9: Ryan Stimson- The Athletic Buffalo (11/20/18)Kevin & Kevin discuss the red-hot Buffalo Sabres; and Ryan Stimson from The Athletic Buffalo provides an analytical perspective on rookie Rasmus Dahlin.
The Half Hour Hockey Show is presented by New Edge Hockey Development Academy, WNY's premier destination for elite hockey training. Check them out at newedgehockey.com2018-11-2040 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 8: Steve Bartlett - NHL player agent (11/15/18)NHL player agent Steve Bartlett discusses contract negotiations, offer sheets, the CBA & his role in managing a player's career.
The Half Hour Hockey Show is presented by New Edge Hockey Development Academy, WNY's premier destination for elite hockey training. Check them out at newedgehockey.com2018-11-1538 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 7: Bill Wippert - Buffalo Sabres team photographer (11/8/18)Sabres team photographer Bill Wippert joins us to share stories of his 44 years capturing the iconic moments in franchise history.
The Half Hour Hockey Show is presented by New Edge Hockey Development Academy, WNY's premier destination for elite hockey training. Check them out at newedgehockey.com2018-11-0840 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 6: Jon Christiano - former Buffalo Sabres pro scout (10/31/18)Former Buffalo Sabres pro scout Jon Christiano provides his unique perspective on the current roster, including his thoughts on Rasmus Dahlin, Jack Eichel and Sam Reinhart.
The Half Hour Hockey Show is presented by New Edge Hockey Development Academy, WNY's premier destination for elite hockey training. Check them out at newedgehockey.com2018-10-3138 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 5: Victor Olofsson & Joe Yerdon (10/23/18)It's an all-Amerks edition of the show with special guests: AHL scoring leader Victor Olofsson & Joe Yerdon from The Athletic Buffalo.
The Half Hour Hockey Show is presented by New Edge Hockey Development Academy, WNY's premier destination for elite hockey training. Check them out at newedgehockey.com2018-10-2344 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 4: Eric Bodamer, adidas Hockey (10/18/18)Eric Bodamer, the Sr. Uniform Designer for adidas Hockey, dropped by to discuss his role in the design and development of NHL jerseys.
The Half Hour Hockey Show is presented by New Edge Hockey Development Academy, WNY's premier destination for elite hockey training. Check them out at newedgehockey.com2018-10-1838 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 3: Kevin Weekes, NHL Network (10/17/18)Kevin Weekes joins the two Kevin's to talk about how he started in broadcasting, his work on NHL Network, and the challenges facing goaltenders in today's NHL.
The Half Hour Hockey Show is presented by New Edge Hockey Development Academy, WNY's premier destination for elite hockey training. Check them out at newedgehockey.com2018-10-1737 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 2: Linda Cohn, ESPN (10/10/18)ESPN's Linda Cohn discusses her remarkable career in broadcasting and her passion for hockey.
The Half Hour Hockey Show is presented by New Edge Hockey Development Academy, WNY's premier destination for elite hockey training. Check them out at newedgehockey.com2018-10-1033 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowS2, Ep. 1: John Vogl - The Athletic (10/2/18)John Vogl from The Athletic Buffalo joined us to help preview the 2018-19 Buffalo Sabres season.
The Half Hour Hockey Show is presented by New Edge Hockey Development Academy, WNY's premier destination for elite hockey training. Check them out at newedgehockey.com2018-10-0232 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowEp. 11 - What's next for the Sabres front office? (4/20/17)Kevin Snow, Kris Baker and Kevin Sylvester discuss the next moves and possible options for the Buffalo Sabres front office heading into the summer of 2017.2017-04-2029 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowEp. 10: Guest - Mike Harrington (Buffalo News); Buffalo Sabres season in review (4/19/17)Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News joined the show to look back at the 2016-17 Buffalo Sabres season.2017-04-1956 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowEp. 9: Guest - Sean Malone (Harvard Univ.); Cal Petersen update. (3/28/17)Sabres prospect Sean Malone talks about advancing to the Frozen Four; Cal Petersen update2017-03-2940 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowEp. 8: Guest - Former Rochester D&C reporter Kevin Oklobzija (3/13/17)Former Rochester D&C reporter Kevin Oklobzija talks about the state of Rochester Amerks hockey, and also provides some interesting comments on the current state of the newspaper industry.2017-03-1441 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowEp. 7: Guests - Greg Brady (Sportsnet FAN 590) & Brian Koziol (WGR 550) (3/6/17)Greg Brady (FAN 590) talks the Sabres/Leafs rivalry; Brian Koziol (WGR 550) discusses callers on the Sabres post-game show.2017-03-0739 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowEp. 6: Special Guest - Sabres forward Justin Bailey (2/21/17)Sabres forward Justin Bailey joins the guys to talk about his time in Buffalo.2017-02-2234 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowEp. 5: Sabres locker room issues; Bylsma stay or go?; Kane on the block? (2/14/17)Kevin Sylvester, Kevin Snow & Kris Baker check in with their thoughts on the latest Buffalo Sabres news.2017-02-1531 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowEp. 4: Ken Baker (E! News) talks Gretzky, Bieber & NHL All-Star Weekend (1/30/17)Kevin Sylvester, Kris Baker, and Kevin Snow talk to E! News senior correspondent Ken Baker about his All Star weekend playing for Wayne Gretzky and with legendary teammates. Oh, he also played with Justin Bieber. The guys also argue about some of the NHL100 selections.2017-01-3136 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowEp. 3: Sabres prospect Cal Petersen discussed his career at ND & future in BUF. (1/25/17)Kevin Sylvester, Kevin Snow, and Kris Baker talk to Sabres draft pick and Notre Dame netminder Cal Petersen about his streak and his future.2017-01-2632 min
Half Hour Hockey ShowEp. 2: Special guest: Matt Coller (1500 ESPN); plenty of Sabres, cold beer & Star Wars (1/17/17)Kevin Sylvester, Kris Baker, and Kevin Snow discuss The Sabres, Avalanche, Minnesota Wild with Matthew Coller, beer, Yoda and much more in this latest episode of the show.2017-01-1834 minHalf Hour Hockey ShowEp. 1: Sabres identity; Eichel as captain?; Cal Petersen's status (1/9/17)Kevin Sylvester, Kevin Snow, and Kris Baker talk about the Sabres past, present, and future.2017-01-1028 min