Half Hour Hockey Show

A lively discussion of all things hockey hosted by Kevin Sylvester and Kevin Snow. From the NHL to your local barn, the boys will be joined by a variety of special guests from all over the hockey world each week. If you're a hockey fan with 30 minutes to spare, this is the place to be.

Episodes

S3, E12: Mike Augello, The Hockey News

April 28, 2025 • 35 mins

Kevin & 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.

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S3, E11: Matthew Fairburn, The Athletic

March 20, 2025 • 38 mins

The 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.

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S3, E10: Welcome to Tryout Season

February 26, 2025 • 38 mins

Youth 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.

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S3, E9: Steve Murphy, Buffalo State men's hockey

January 23, 2025 • 28 mins

Kevin & 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.

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S3, E8: Ringing in the New Year

January 9, 2025 • 33 mins

In 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.

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S3, E7: Analyzing the Skid Marks

December 19, 2024 • 30 mins

After 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.

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S3, E6: Welcome to Sports PR 101

December 9, 2024 • 40 mins

We 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.

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S3, E5: Fredonia State men's hockey head coach Jeff Meredith

December 4, 2024 • 38 mins

Fredonia 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.

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S3, E4: The Game Night Experience (11/19/24)

November 18, 2024 • 36 mins

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.

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S3, E3: Shooting the breeze with Tim Turk (11/14/24)

November 13, 2024 • 40 mins

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!

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S3, E2: Blame the Refs!

October 31, 2024 • 44 mins

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.

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S3, E1: Canisius Golden Griffins head coach Trevor Large

October 22, 2024 • 30 mins

Kevin 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.

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S2, Ep. 27: What's next for the Sabres? Guest: Ryan Stimson - The Athletic BUF (4/9/19)

April 9, 2019 • 40 mins

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.

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S2, Ep. 26: Budd Bailey talking Sabres (4/3/19)

April 3, 2019 • 35 mins

Special guest Budd Bailey joins Kevin Sylvester for his thoughts on the state of the Buffalo Sabres.

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S2, Ep. 25: game presentation talk w/ Rich Wall (3/27/19)

March 27, 2019 • 51 mins

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.

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S2, Ep. 24: Kristina Rutherford - Sportsnet (3/20/19)

March 20, 2019 • 34 mins

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.

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Half Hour Hockey Show

Episodes

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S3, E10: Welcome to Tryout Season

S3, E9: Steve Murphy, Buffalo State men's hockey

S3, E8: Ringing in the New Year

S3, E7: Analyzing the Skid Marks

S3, E6: Welcome to Sports PR 101

S3, E5: Fredonia State men's hockey head coach Jeff Meredith

S3, E4: The Game Night Experience (11/19/24)

S3, E3: Shooting the breeze with Tim Turk (11/14/24)

S3, E2: Blame the Refs!

S3, E1: Canisius Golden Griffins head coach Trevor Large

S2, Ep. 27: What's next for the Sabres? Guest: Ryan Stimson - The Athletic BUF (4/9/19)

S2, Ep. 26: Budd Bailey talking Sabres (4/3/19)

S2, Ep. 25: game presentation talk w/ Rich Wall (3/27/19)

S2, Ep. 24: Kristina Rutherford - Sportsnet (3/20/19)

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S3, E12: Mike Augello, The Hockey News

S3, E11: Matthew Fairburn, The Athletic