On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by Chris Ostrander to discuss several Buffalo Sabres topics, including the semi-shocking Wednesday late night trade that sent JJ Peterka to the Utah Mammoth in exchange for Michael Kesselring and Josh Doan, and what craziness could be up next for the organization.

It's not entirely shocking Peterka ended up getting traded and in fact, the writing was on the wall when listening to general manager Kevyn Adams' extremely awkward press conference a few days ago. What is surprising, at least to most is that Adams wasn't able to fetch at least a little more for a 23-year old forward who scored 27 goals last year and was one of the best three forwards on the team. Chris has insight of the deal from every angle---from losing Peterka to what Kesselring and Doan will bring to the table for Buffalo.

If nothing else, we're not even at the NHL draft yet and you can't accuse the Sabres for being boring. The guys have plenty of reaction to the Adams presser from earlier this week, a Q&A that left a lot of media befuddled and fans angry, a common theme when it comes to these press conferences.

Also, the NHL draft is tonight and the Sabres currently hold the ninth pick. Will they keep or trade it? Will it be dealt before you even hear this podcast? That, a preview into next week's free agency and much more today.

Be sure to follow Chris on X at @2ITB_Buffalo and check out the Two in the Box blog in addition to the Instigator Podcast.

The Talking Buffalo online merch store is now live! You can purchase t shirts, hoodies, zip ups, crewnecks and polos in a couple of different styles and colors. Visit our online page for pricing and options and while there, check out Buf on Weck for tons of cool gear!

Major props to Talking Buffalo sponsor, Sonny Red’s at 1841 Abbott Road in Lackawanna, just minutes from Highmark Stadium. We consider them THE most underrated spot for wings, pizza and other great food in Western New York plus it’s a great place to drink and have a great time. Also big thanks to Imperial Pizza and their two locations (1035 Abbott Road and 1655 Main Street), home of not only great pizza and tons of other delicious eats but also the best everyday lunch special in town.

Special thanks to local Buffalo band, Orange Zest for allowing us to use their awesome single, “Old Friends” as the new official intro music for Talking Buffalo.

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