What Time Does Los Angeles Kings vs Buffalo Sabres Start?
Puck drop is listed for 6:00 PM EST at the arena on Sunday, December 20, 2026. That is 6:00 PM ET; the scoreboard also converts it to your time zone.
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Los Angeles Kings vs Buffalo Sabres Game Summary
DateDecember 20, 2026
Your time6:00 PM ET
TV / broadcastTBA
ArenaKeyBank Center
At a glance
Los Angeles Kings vs Buffalo Sabres Game Time, TV Channel & Venue
Get the direct answers first: when the game starts, where to watch, where it is played and whether it is scheduled, live or final.
What Channel Is Los Angeles Kings vs Buffalo Sabres On?
The current TV listing is TBA. TBA means a confirmed network is not yet included in the schedule data.
Where Is Los Angeles Kings vs Buffalo Sabres Being Played?
Buffalo Sabres is the home team, and the listed arena is KeyBank Center.
Is Los Angeles Kings vs Buffalo Sabres Live or Final?
The current status is Scheduled. A live or final score will appear here when available.
Schedules and broadcast assignments can change. Use this page for quick planning and confirm late changes through the official NHL schedule.
Schedule context
2026-27 Los Angeles Kings vs Buffalo Sabres Matchup Overview
See where this game falls in the season for both clubs and in their head-to-head regular-season series.
Season Series: Meeting 2 of 2
The 2026-27 schedule lists 2 regular-season meetings between Los Angeles Kings and Buffalo Sabres. This is matchup number 2.
Los Angeles Kings: Game 34 of 84
Los Angeles Kings is the away team for this matchup. It is game 34 on their 2026-27 schedule.
Buffalo Sabres: Game 36 of 84
Buffalo Sabres is the home team at KeyBank Center. It is game 36 on their 2026-27 schedule.
Interconference matchup
The teams represent opposite NHL conferences.
Viewing guide
How to Watch Los Angeles Kings vs Buffalo Sabres
Use the game-level listing first, then verify access with the network, streaming service or local television provider.
Current Broadcast Listing
TBA is currently attached to this game. Multiple networks can appear when national and regional coverage are both available.
Regional Access and Restrictions
Location, regional rights, provider packages and subscription levels can affect access even when a network is listed.
Confirm Before the Game
Schedules and channels can change. Check your provider or the official NHL viewing guide before puck drop.
Season series schedule
2026-27 Los Angeles Kings vs Buffalo Sabres Season Series
These teams meet 2 times in the regular season. This page covers meeting 2; open another matchup for its date, start time, TV channel and venue.
Before and after this game
Los Angeles Kings and Buffalo Sabres Previous & Next Games
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Away team
Los Angeles Kings Schedule Around This Game
Home team
Buffalo Sabres Schedule Around This Game
Same-day slate
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Los Angeles Kings and Buffalo Sabres Team Schedules
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Quick answers
Los Angeles Kings vs Buffalo Sabres FAQ
When is Los Angeles Kings vs Buffalo Sabres?
The game is listed for December 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET. The scoreboard converts the start to your selected time zone.
What channel is Los Angeles Kings vs Buffalo Sabres on?
The current broadcast listing is TBA. Confirm local access and subscription requirements before puck drop.
Where is the game being played?
KeyBank Center is the currently listed arena.
Where can I see the live or final score?
The score appears in the main game summary when it is included in the schedule data. The current status is Scheduled.
Is Los Angeles Kings the home or away team?
Los Angeles Kings is the away team. Buffalo Sabres is the home team for this game at KeyBank Center.
How many times do Los Angeles Kings and Buffalo Sabres play in 2026-27?
The regular-season schedule lists 2 meetings. This game is meeting 2 of 2.
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