Games / NHL / Dec 12, 2026

Anaheim Ducks vs Buffalo Sabres: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Anaheim Ducks (10-7-1) visit the Buffalo Sabres (8-6-3) on Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET, at KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY. TV: MSGB, KCOP, Prime Video (Local). Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Buffalo Sabres vs Anaheim Ducks.

NHLSaturday, December 12, 2026

Anaheim Ducks10-7-1

7:00 PM ETDec 12, 2026

Buffalo Sabres8-6-3

DateDec 12, 2026

Time7:00 PM ET

VenueKeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY

TVMSGB, KCOP, Prime Video (Local)

Team comparison

Anaheim DucksBuffalo Sabres

Goals per game

3.8

2.9

Goals allowed per game

3.7

3.4

10-7-1Record8-6-3

3rd in Pacific DivisionStanding6th in Atlantic Division

7-3Road record / home record4-5

WWWWWLast 5LWLWW

W5StreakL1

Team stats

Anaheim DucksBuffalo Sabres

Goals Against Average

3.67

3.29

Shots Against per Game

27.2

27.1

Penalty Kill Percentage

73.0

71.2

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

3.83

2.94

Shots per Game

24.9

28.4

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

38.5

14.3

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

244

158

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Anaheim Ducks

Troy Terry RW · Hip - Surgery

Injured Reserve

A.J. Greer LW · Upper Body

Injured Reserve

Ian Moore D · Lower Body - Not Specified

Injured Reserve

Ryan Poehling C · Lower Body

Injured Reserve

Buffalo Sabres

Alex Lyon G · Shoulder

Injured Reserve

Konsta Helenius C · Upper Body

Out

Justin Danforth RW · Upper Body

Injured Reserve

Matt Grzelcyk D · Lower Body

Injured Reserve

Recent form

Anaheim DucksWWWWW

Nov 8, 2026 · vs Pittsburgh PenguinsW 5-2

Nov 6, 2026 · at Calgary FlamesW 5-3

Nov 5, 2026 · at Edmonton OilersW 5-4

Nov 3, 2026 · at Vancouver CanucksW 5-4

Nov 1, 2026 · vs Ottawa SenatorsW 6-3

Buffalo SabresLWLWW

Nov 8, 2026 · vs Vegas Golden KnightsL 1-4

Nov 6, 2026 · vs Columbus Blue JacketsW 5-2

Nov 4, 2026 · vs Ottawa SenatorsL 1-2

Oct 31, 2026 · at Los Angeles KingsW 3-2

Oct 29, 2026 · at Anaheim DucksW 7-6

Season series

BUF leads series 1-0

Dec 12, 2026ANA 0, BUF 0

Oct 29, 2026BUF 7, ANA 6

Team pages

Anaheim Ducks
Schedule, roster and stats

Buffalo Sabres
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Anaheim Ducks vs Buffalo Sabres?

The game is on Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET at KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY.

How can I watch Anaheim Ducks vs Buffalo Sabres?

TV: MSGB, KCOP, Prime Video (Local).

What are the records of the Anaheim Ducks and Buffalo Sabres?

Anaheim Ducks: 10-7-1. Buffalo Sabres: 8-6-3.

Who is injured for Anaheim Ducks vs Buffalo Sabres?

Listed out or doubtful: Anaheim Ducks: Troy Terry, A.J. Greer, Ian Moore, Ryan Poehling. Buffalo Sabres: Alex Lyon, Konsta Helenius, Justin Danforth, Matt Grzelcyk. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Anaheim Ducks vs Buffalo Sabres played?

KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY.

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