
Baker Fairburn Hockey Show
Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn
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Kris Baker (@SabresProspects) and The Athletic's Matthew Fairburn (@MatthewFairburn) discuss all things Buffalo Sabres and catch up on the latest happenings around the National Hockey League (NHL).
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Episodes
- 1
The Hunted
The hosts discuss the Buffalo Sabres' recent 6-3 victory over the San Jose Sharks, extending their winning streak to eight games and highlighting Jack Quinn's first NHL hat trick.
·54m - 2
Finding a way
The hosts discuss the Buffalo Sabres' recent performance, including their victories over Vancouver and the Rangers, and analyze the team's confidence and balance during their winning streak.
·58m - 3
Raising the bar
This episode of the Baker Fairburn Hockey Show discusses the Buffalo Sabres' recent NHL games, including a win over the Panthers and an overtime loss to Tampa, with analysis from host Chris Baker and writer Matthew Fairburn.
·1h 6m - 4
The Cup?!
Chris Baker and Matthew Fairburn discuss the Buffalo Sabres' recent performance, upcoming games in Florida, and the cold weather affecting their travel, while promoting The Athletic's sports coverage.
·1h 1m - 5
The surge continues
The hosts discuss the Buffalo Sabres' recent success in the NHL and Matthew Fairburn's travel experiences returning home amid winter weather.
·50m - 6
Doan deal
This episode of the Baker Fairburn Hockey Show discusses the Buffalo Sabres' recent contract extension with Yarmulke Kalinin and other team developments.
·58m - 7
Trending to contending
This episode discusses the Buffalo Sabres' 10-game winning streak, tying a franchise record, with analysis of their recent victory over the Dallas Stars.
·56m - 8
Sustainability?
The hosts discuss their holiday breaks and the Buffalo Sabres' recent events, including the firing of Kevin Adams.
·1h 1m - 9
Credibility
This episode discusses the recent changes in the Buffalo Sabres' hockey operations department, including the installation of Yarmulke Kalainen as the new general manager and how the team is responding.
·1h 11m - 10
Another missed point
The hosts discuss the Buffalo Sabres' third consecutive overtime loss, analyzing key players' performances and the psychological impact of repeated close defeats.
·53m - 11
A good goalie problem
This episode discusses the Buffalo Sabres' recent win, upcoming series against the Toronto Maple Leafs, and key player performances including goaltender Colton Ellis's debut.
·53m - 12
A New Day
This episode discusses a leadership change in the Buffalo Sabres hockey organization following their recent winning streak.
·52m - 13
Nitpicking
This episode discusses the Buffalo Sabres' position in the NHL standings with 10 games left in the regular season, analyzing their playoff chances and recent performance.
·1h 1m - 14
Calamitous
This episode analyzes the Buffalo Sabres' 5-2 loss to the Philadelphia Flyers, focusing on a critical minute of sloppy play and missed opportunities that prevented a winning streak.
·1h 2m - 15
Norris takes the wheel
This episode discusses Josh Norris's return to the Buffalo Sabres lineup and their 5-1 victory over the Winnipeg Jets, with analysis from beat writer Matthew Fairburn.
·1h 4m - 16
Reinforcements
Chris Baker and Matthew Fairburn discuss the Buffalo Sabres' recent trade deadline moves, focusing on the Colton Pareko situation and team reinforcements.
·53m - 17
"Talk is Cheap"
This episode discusses the Buffalo Sabres' media availability and blue versus white scrimmage to kick off the 2025-26 NHL season, including insights on player contracts and team lineups.
·1h 7m - 18
Sabres again have cap space, but is it a big deal?
The hosts of the Baker Fairburn Hockey Show discuss the Buffalo Sabres' cap space situation and kick off their third season with casual banter.
·1h 11m - 19
House Hunting
This episode discusses the Buffalo Sabres' recent victories with Rasmus Dahlin back in the lineup, analyzing their performance and playoff prospects.
·46m - 20
Knockin' the rust off
Chris Baker and Matthew Fairburn return to discuss Buffalo Sabres hockey after a hiatus, focusing on trade targets during the Olympic break.
·58m - 21
Needs on display
This episode analyzes the Buffalo Sabres' recent 5-2 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins, focusing on defensive weaknesses and team performance issues.
·57m - 22
A Beast in the East
This episode analyzes the Buffalo Sabres' strong performance after the Olympic break, including three road wins and their playoff potential.
·59m - 23
Blockbuster looming?
This episode discusses the Buffalo Sabres' recent winning streak, their 3-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights, and upcoming trade deadline implications.
·1h 2m - 24
Buyers
This episode discusses the Buffalo Sabres' recent hockey games, including a 5-4 overtime loss to the Minnesota Wild and upcoming road games, with analysis from beat writer Matthew Fairburn.
·1h 6m - 25
The Climb
This episode discusses the Buffalo Sabres' 9-3 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks, highlighting fan energy and key factors like the Beer Sabre tradition and the team's performance.
·56m - 26
Desperation mode
A live hockey podcast episode hosted by Chris Baker and Matthew Fairburn discussing the Buffalo Sabres and engaging with fans.
·1h 4m - 27
Fine tuning
The hosts discuss the Buffalo Sabres' recent Western road trip, including their overtime loss in Anaheim, and preview their upcoming games against the Bruins.
·53m - 28
A dance partner?
The hosts of The Baker Fairbairn Hockey Show promote their podcast, YouTube channel, and The Athletic subscription deals while encouraging audience engagement during the Thanksgiving season.
·58m - 29
Crunch time
The hosts discuss the Buffalo Sabres' recent 4-3 loss to the Florida Panthers and its implications in the tight Eastern Conference playoff race.
·1h 4m - 30
Ridin' High
The hosts discuss the Buffalo Sabres extending their NHL-best winning streak to seven games with an overtime victory against Ottawa, highlighted by Bowen Byram's game-winning goal.
·1h 5m - 31
Are the answers in the room now?
This episode of The Baker Fairbairn Hockey Show discusses the Buffalo Sabres' recent 3-0 victory over the Florida Panthers, highlighting key players and the team's performance.
·40m - 32
Passengers
This episode analyzes the Buffalo Sabres' recent loss to the Calgary Flames, focusing on player performances and goalie management issues.
·57m - 33
Shuffling
The hosts analyze the Buffalo Sabres' recent overtime loss to the Utah Mammoth, focusing on line shuffling by coach Lindy Ruff and Tage Thompson's performance 13 games into the season.
·1h - 34
Reset and respond
This episode discusses the Buffalo Sabres' recent 10-game winning streak ending with a loss to Columbus, analyzing their current playoff position in the Eastern Conference.
·51m - 35
Fighting for space in the crowded East
The hosts discuss the Buffalo Sabres' recent 4-3 overtime victory over the Washington Capitals, highlighting key players and the team's position in the competitive Eastern Conference.
·55m - 36
Chasing the Habs
The hosts analyze the Buffalo Sabres' 4-2 loss to the Montreal Canadiens, discussing team performance and why Montreal appears to be a stronger contender in the Atlantic division.
·53m - 37
Sabres get off the mat...for now
The hosts analyze the Buffalo Sabres' 8-4 win over the Ottawa Senators, discussing key players and game flow.
·56m - 38
The time has come
This episode of the Baker Fairburn Hockey Show discusses the Buffalo Sabres' recent struggles, including predictable issues with injuries and late-night games affecting the hosts.
·51m - 39
Even par through nine
The Baker Fairbairn Hockey Show discusses the Buffalo Sabres' weekend series against the Toronto Maple Leafs, including a 5-3 win and a 4-3 overtime loss, with insights from beat writer Matthew Fairbairn.
·52m - 40
It's gotten late early
This episode of the Baker Fairburn Hockey Show discusses the Buffalo Sabres' disappointing 0-3 start to the season, framing it as a therapeutic session for frustrated fans.
·53m - 41
Sabres running game rolling
·49m - 42
The tipping point?
The hosts analyze the Buffalo Sabres' struggling start to the 2025-26 NHL season, comparing it to last year's performance and discussing their position in the Eastern Conference standings.
·56m - 43
Tick Tuch
This episode of the Baker Fairbairn Hockey Show discusses Alex Tuck's contract as NHL training camps open for the new season.
·1h 41m - 44
The past becoming the present?
The hosts recap the Buffalo Sabres' recent three-game week, including two regulation victories over Philadelphia and Montreal, and discuss the team's improved standings and positive atmosphere after ending a 10-game losing streak.
·1h 1m - 45
Playoff ready?
This episode of the Baker Fairburn Hockey Show discusses the Buffalo Sabres' playoff prospects as they face the San Jose Sharks in an NHL game, featuring analysis from host Chris Baker and Sabres beat writer Matthew Fairburn.
·1h 5m - 46
Go West, Young Men
The hosts preview the Buffalo Sabres' upcoming western road trip, discussing recent games and focusing on defense as a key topic.
·1h 6m - 47
Game of the Year
The hosts discuss the Buffalo Sabres' wild 8-7 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning in a recent NHL game, analyzing the chaotic back-and-forth action.
·1h 3m - 48
The Comeback
Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn recap the Sabres' 4-3 playoff victory over the Bruins, highlighting key goals and performances.
Apr 20, 2026·1h - 49
Sunday funday
Apr 17, 2026·1h - 50
Division Champs
Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn discuss the Buffalo Sabres clinching the Atlantic Division title and their playoff run.
Apr 14, 2026·56m - 51
Tryout season
Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn discuss the Buffalo Sabres' playoff push, recap a recent shootout win, and preview upcoming games.
Mar 31, 2026·58m - 52
A new Byram deadline?
Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn discuss the Buffalo Sabres' offseason, including arbitration news involving Bo and Byram that disrupted Kris's 4th of July weekend.
Jul 7, 2025·1h 31m·5 clips - 53
What is the plan?
Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn launch their hockey show live on July 1st, 2025, with Kris handling technical delays and promoting their platforms.
Jul 2, 2025·1h 43m·5 clips - 54
Peterka plot thickens as NHL Draft approaches
Chris Baker and Matthew Fairbairn kick off NHL Draft Week with a humorous episode where Chris deals with broken HVAC, sweating through hot coffee and banter about workplace mishaps before diving into hockey topics.
Jun 25, 2025·1h 38m·5 clips - 55
Target talk as the Sabres stay in the rumor mill
Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn discuss Buffalo Sabres news, including draft preview and team toughness, in a live off-season edition.
Jun 13, 2025·1h 3m - 56
Jarmo hops on the hamster wheel
Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn discuss Buffalo Sabres hockey and NHL news in a live podcast episode.
Jun 3, 2025·1h 50m - 57
Kevyn has company
Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn discuss Buffalo Sabres news, including front office moves and NHL playoff hockey.
May 8, 2025·1h 28m - 58
The autopsy, the cap, and Tuch's next deal
May 1, 2025·1h 42m - 59
"Hope is a sh*tty strategy"
Apr 20, 2025·1h 37m - 60
On UPL and the Sabres' Identity Crisis
Apr 14, 2025·1h 31m - 61
Is this top line for real?
Apr 7, 2025·1h 27m - 62
Big summer needed in Buffalo
Mar 29, 2025·1h 8m - 63
Sabres (finally) fighting to the finish
Mar 18, 2025·1h 30m - 64
Cozens exits as roster reshape begins
Mar 8, 2025·1h 29m - 65
Sabres selling. Are you buying?
Mar 2, 2025·1h 28m - 66
Adams on the clock
Feb 23, 2025·1h 12m - 67
Back to Work
Feb 20, 2025·1h 38m - 68
Haves and Have Nots?
Feb 2, 2025·44m - 69
Pouncing on Pettersson
Jan 29, 2025·1h 2m - 70
On Kulich's star potential and the Pens kicking the tires
Jan 24, 2025·1h 3m - 71
Zucker contract compels as tough season rolls on
Jan 20, 2025·1h 25m - 72
Cellar-dwelling Sabres showing life?
Jan 10, 2025·55m - 73
Slump busted
Dec 24, 2024·1h 22m - 74
Lindy's Toughest Solve
Dec 20, 2024·1h 15m - 75
Can the Sabres trade their way out of this?
Dec 13, 2024·1h 31m - 76
Adams fires wide in addressing Sabres' struggle
Dec 6, 2024·1h 5m - 77
Game pucks and who must pick it up with a tough stretch ahead
Nov 29, 2024·50m - 78
Tage returns, NYR looking to deal?
Nov 26, 2024·48m - 79
Can Sabres sustain their recent playoff surge?
Nov 25, 2024·1h 9m - 80
Lack of discipline, desperation costing Sabres winnable games
Nov 17, 2024·1h 14m - 81
Will the D changes continue to spark the Sabres?
Nov 9, 2024·1h 4m - 82
Sabres approach most important stretch of Adams' tenure
Nov 5, 2024·38m - 83
No-vember: Sliding Sabres searching for answers
Nov 3, 2024·1h 19m - 84
Scoring depth remains a concern as the Sabres' streak is halted
Oct 29, 2024·1h 6m - 85
Sabres earn points with much still to prove
Oct 20, 2024·59m - 86
The early season hole gets deeper
Oct 18, 2024·1h 16m - 87
Is it too early for crisis mode?
Oct 17, 2024·1h 2m - 88
Traveling Matt in Prague with the vibe check on season eve
Kris Baker and Matthew Fairburn kick off the 2024-25 NHL season from Prague, previewing the Buffalo Sabres and discussing their trip.
Oct 3, 2024·1h 15m - 89
The Captain and Kris' "compelling" predictions
Sep 27, 2024·1h 31m - 90
Sabres go big as preseason gets underway
Sep 22, 2024·1h 5m - 91
Questions linger as Lindy 2.0 officially begins
Sep 19, 2024·1h 29m - 92
Will the Sabres use their cap space?
Sep 6, 2024·1h 27m - 93
Summer lovin' the Sabres roster in mid-July?
Jul 12, 2024·1h 22m - 94
Did the Sabres do enough on Day 1?
Jul 2, 2024·1h 4m - 95
Leaving Las Vegas
Jun 30, 2024·1h 21m - 96
Adams on the clock on the eve of the draft
Jun 28, 2024·1h 39m - 97
On Skinner: Buyout or Tryout?
Jun 20, 2024·1h 23m - 98
Offseason prep: Which UFAs fit the Sabres?
Jun 14, 2024·1h 25m - 99
We're back: Bench moves, final Lindy thoughts as draft and offseason heats up
Jun 7, 2024·1h 33m - 100
It's Lindy Time again in Buffalo
Apr 23, 2024·50m - 101
Major domino falls with Granato's exit as crucial offseason awaits
Apr 20, 2024·1h 22m - 102
Teeing up the offseason
Apr 16, 2024·1h 24m - 103
After Skinner's milestone night, the focus shifts to his future fit
Apr 3, 2024·1h 5m - 104
Can the business case be made to keep the bench boss?
Mar 30, 2024·58m - 105
As Sabres get pulled from the playoff push, an offseason idea becomes top of mind
Mar 25, 2024·51m - 106
Can the Sabres do something that has never been done before?
Mar 16, 2024·1h 8m - 107
Meaningful March? A motivated Sabres group begins a huge three-game stretch
Mar 12, 2024·43m - 108
In comes BO, out goes KO: Recapping the trade deadline
Mar 9, 2024·52m - 109
Follow-up to Matthew's chat with Kevyn Adams
Mar 4, 2024·49m - 110
On saluting, team toughness, and not packing it in
Feb 22, 2024·1h 29m - 111
Pregame special as Power-less Sabres take on the Kings
Feb 13, 2024·24m - 112
Mittelstadt chatter heating up?
Feb 10, 2024·40m - 113
Another injury hole to fill as Sabres enter a busy stretch
Feb 6, 2024·1h 9m - 114
Next man up: Filling the Jack Quinn void as the trade deadline nears
Feb 2, 2024·1h 3m - 115
West not best as Sabres begin trip
Jan 25, 2024·1h 8m - 116
"Mr. January" seizing control in the crease?
Jan 19, 2024·58m - 117
State of the Sabres: Snowed In Edition
Jan 14, 2024·1h 15m - 118
We came back. Can the Sabres?
Jan 5, 2024·1h 26m - 119
Did Power and Samuelsson just become best friends?
Dec 8, 2023·1h 18m - 120
Inconsistency reigns as Kane Train passes by
Dec 1, 2023·1h 24m - 121
Benson here to stay?
Nov 23, 2023·1h 21m - 122
Sabres depth to be tested with Thompson out
Nov 17, 2023·1h 37m - 123
Toasting Tuch as Ryan Johnson emerges
Nov 8, 2023·1h 36m - 124
Don't look now, but the Sabres have won two in a row...
Nov 2, 2023·1h 39m - 125
Baker Fairburn Hockey Show: State of the Sabres Seven Games In
Oct 25, 2023·1h 19m - 126
10.11.23 Sabres Season Eve Brings an Owen Power Extension
Oct 12, 2023·1h 1m