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Buffalo Sabres Schedule Quick Facts

Start with the key dates, then use the complete schedule below for every opponent, puck-drop time, TV listing and venue.

Regular-season opener

October 1, 2026

at Columbus Blue Jackets · 7:00 PM ET

Regular-season home opener

October 3, 2026

vs Chicago Blackhawks · 7:00 PM ET

Regular-season finale

April 10, 2027

vs Detroit Red Wings · 2:00 AM ET

Primary home arena

KeyBank Center

Listed venue for most Buffalo Sabres home games.

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Sep 21, 2026 – Apr 10, 2027

2026-27 Buffalo Sabres Schedule: Preseason & Regular Season

Filter by season stage, opponent, home/away and month. Start times convert to your local time, with Eastern Time kept underneath for reference.

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Season stage Search Opponent Home / Away Month Time zone

Date	Matchup	Your time	TV	Venue
Mon, Mar 15Regular season	San Jose Sharks at Buffalo Sabres Game details →	3:00 AM ET 3:00 AM ET	NBCSCA, MSG-B	KeyBank Center
Thu, Mar 18Regular season	Washington Capitals at Buffalo Sabres Game details →	3:30 AM ET 3:30 AM ET	ESPN+, HULU, Disney+	KeyBank Center
Sat, Mar 20Regular season	Florida Panthers at Buffalo Sabres Game details →	9:00 PM ET 9:00 PM ET	SCRIPPS, MSG-B	KeyBank Center
Sun, Mar 21Regular season	Buffalo Sabres at New York Islanders Game details →	11:00 PM ET 11:00 PM ET	TVAS, MSGSN, MSG-B	UBS Arena
Tue, Mar 23Regular season	Buffalo Sabres at Boston Bruins Game details →	3:00 AM ET 3:00 AM ET	TVAS, MSG-B, NESN	TD Garden
Thu, Mar 25Regular season	Toronto Maple Leafs at Buffalo Sabres Game details →	3:00 AM ET 3:00 AM ET	MSG-B	KeyBank Center
Sun, Mar 28Regular season	Buffalo Sabres at St. Louis Blues Game details →	4:30 AM ET 4:30 AM ET	ESPN	Enterprise Center
Tue, Mar 30Regular season	Buffalo Sabres at Nashville Predators Game details →	4:00 AM ET 4:00 AM ET	SCRIPPS, MSG-B	Bridgestone Arena
Thu, Apr 1Regular season	Boston Bruins at Buffalo Sabres Game details →	3:00 AM ET 3:00 AM ET	MSG-B, NESN	KeyBank Center
Sat, Apr 3Regular season	Buffalo Sabres at Toronto Maple Leafs Game details →	3:00 AM ET 3:00 AM ET	SN, TVAS, MSG-B	Scotiabank Arena
Mon, Apr 5Regular season	Tampa Bay Lightning at Buffalo Sabres Game details →	3:00 AM ET 3:00 AM ET	TVAS2, The Spot, MSG-B	KeyBank Center
Wed, Apr 7Regular season	Boston Bruins at Buffalo Sabres Game details →	3:30 AM ET 3:30 AM ET	TNT, truTV, HBO MAX, NESN	KeyBank Center
Sat, Apr 10Regular season	Detroit Red Wings at Buffalo Sabres Game details →	2:00 AM ET 2:00 AM ET	DSN, MSG-B	KeyBank Center

Season planning

2026-27 Buffalo Sabres Schedule Highlights

These totals are calculated from the 84 regular-season games, so you can quickly spot long home stretches, road trips and the busiest parts of the season.

Longest Buffalo Sabres Homestand

5 consecutive home games from Oct 3–12, 2026.

Longest Buffalo Sabres Road Trip

6 consecutive road games from Nov 12–22, 2026.

Busiest Month: January

Buffalo Sabres play 15 games in January, the largest monthly total on this schedule.

Busiest Day: Saturday

Buffalo Sabres have 20 games scheduled on Saturdays.

Weekend Home Games

There are 12 listed home games on Saturdays or Sundays.

Atlantic Division Games

The 2026-27 format gives Buffalo Sabres four games against each division rival: two home and two away.

The NHL’s official format is 84 games per club: 28 within the division, 24 against the rest of the conference and 32 against the other conference. Review the official 2026-27 schedule facts.

Month by month

Buffalo Sabres Schedule by Month

Choose a month to filter the game table. Each card counts preseason and regular-season home and road games; the stage filter can narrow the selected month further.

Buffalo Sabres Schedule in September 2026

4 games · 2 home · 2 road

Buffalo Sabres Schedule in October 2026

14 games · 6 home · 8 road

Buffalo Sabres Schedule in November 2026

12 games · 6 home · 6 road

Buffalo Sabres Schedule in December 2026

14 games · 7 home · 7 road

Buffalo Sabres Schedule in January 2027

15 games · 7 home · 8 road

Buffalo Sabres Schedule in February 2027

9 games · 4 home · 5 road

Buffalo Sabres Schedule in March 2027

15 games · 8 home · 7 road

Buffalo Sabres Schedule in April 2027

5 games · 4 home · 1 road

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How to Use the Buffalo Sabres Schedule

The page is designed to answer who, when, where and how to watch without making you convert times or scan unrelated NHL games.

Filter by Opponent, Home or Away

Choose an opponent, select home or away games, or combine those controls with a month. The game count updates immediately.

Show Buffalo Sabres Games in Your Time Zone

Use My Local Time or choose Eastern, Central, Mountain, Arizona, Pacific, Alaska or Hawaii. Eastern Time remains under every converted start.

Print or Add All 84 Games

Open the polished printable page, download the ICS file once, or subscribe so your calendar app can request later schedule updates.

Broadcast guide

How to Watch Buffalo Sabres Games in 2026-27

Start with the TV column beside each matchup. Availability can differ by game, country, region and subscription package.

National and Regional TV Listings

Each row shows the national or regional networks currently included in the schedule data. Search a network name to find matching games.

What “TBA” Means in the TV Column

TBA means a confirmed channel is not yet included for that game. Broadcast assignments often arrive or change after the schedule is released.

Confirm Coverage Before Puck Drop

Check your local provider and the official NHL viewing guide. Local restrictions may apply.

Fast answers

Buffalo Sabres Schedule 2026-27 FAQ

How many games do the Buffalo Sabres play in 2026-27?

The Buffalo Sabres play 84 regular-season games: 42 at home and 42 on the road.

When does the Buffalo Sabres season start?

The season opener is October 1, 2026, at Columbus Blue Jackets at 7:00 PM ET.

When is the next Buffalo Sabres game?

The next listed game is November 14, 2026, at Dallas Stars at 8:00 PM ET.

Are Buffalo Sabres game times shown in my time zone?

Yes. The Your Time column uses the zone selected above. Eastern Time remains directly below each converted time for reference.

Where can I find the Buffalo Sabres TV schedule?

Use the TV column in the complete schedule. Search by a network name, and treat TBA as an unconfirmed or not-yet-included listing.

Can I print or download the Buffalo Sabres schedule?

Yes. Use the buttons above to open the one-page printable schedule, subscribe to the team calendar or download a free ICS file.

Division rivals

Atlantic Division Team Schedules

Compare the Buffalo Sabres schedule with every other Atlantic Division team. Division opponents meet four times in 2026-27.

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Buffalo Sabres Schedule 2026-27: Dates, Times & TV