Best of the Sabres on WGR: Sabres End 14-Year Drought

The WGR team celebrates the Buffalo Sabres officially ending the longest playoff drought in NHL history. They discuss the emotional impact of Rick Jeanneret's tribute and weigh recent performance concerns against the excitement of the upcoming postseason. The conversation also explores NFL draft prospects and potential first-round matchups against the Canadiens or Bruins. 02:00 - Sabres Playoff Open Reaction 07:10 - Emotional Drought Breaker Stories 12:20 - Recent Performance Concerns 17:30 - Season Analytics And Projections 22:40 - Development Under Lindy Ruff 29:42 - Easter Candy Controversy 34:40 - Bartending Change Jar Stories 39:50 - NHL Standings Update 45:00 - Personal Playoff Clinch Reactions 50:10 - Lightning Matchup Preview 55:20 - Mike Shope And Bulldog 01:02:30 - NFL Draft QB Speculation 01:07:40 - Effort Levels And Coaching 01:12:50 - Lineup Depth And Defense 01:18:00 - Starting Goalie Decisions