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Buffalo Sabres vs Calgary Flames: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Buffalo Sabres (8-6-3) visit the Calgary Flames (8-9-1) on Thursday, December 3, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET, at Scotiabank Saddledome, Calgary, AB. TV: MSGB. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Calgary Flames vs Buffalo Sabres.

NHLThursday, December 3, 2026

Buffalo Sabres8-6-3

8:00 PM ETDec 3, 2026

Calgary Flames8-9-1

DateDec 3, 2026

Time8:00 PM ET

VenueScotiabank Saddledome, Calgary, AB

TVMSGB

Team comparison

Buffalo SabresCalgary Flames

Goals per game

2.9

2.6

Goals allowed per game

3.4

3.5

8-6-3Record8-9-1

6th in Atlantic DivisionStanding5th in Pacific Division

4-4Road record / home record6-4

LWLWWLast 5WLLWL

L1StreakW1

Team stats

Buffalo SabresCalgary Flames

Goals Against Average

3.29

3.50

Shots Against per Game

27.1

30.1

Penalty Kill Percentage

71.2

82.1

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

2.94

2.56

Shots per Game

28.4

27.4

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

14.3

28.6

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

158

197

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

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

Calgary Flames

Kevin Bahl D · Achilles - Surgery

Injured Reserve

Jonathan Huberdeau LW · Hip - Surgery

Injured Reserve

Connor Zary C · Knee - Surgery

Out

Samuel Honzek LW · Lower Body

Injured Reserve

Recent form

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

Calgary FlamesWLLWL

Nov 8, 2026 · vs Philadelphia FlyersW 4-3

Nov 6, 2026 · vs Anaheim DucksL 3-5

Nov 4, 2026 · at Seattle KrakenL 1-2

Nov 2, 2026 · at San Jose SharksW 2-1

Oct 31, 2026 · at Colorado AvalancheL 2-5

Season series

Series starts 12/3

Dec 15, 2026CGY 0, BUF 0

Dec 3, 2026BUF 0, CGY 0

Team pages

Buffalo Sabres
Schedule, roster and stats

Calgary Flames
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Buffalo Sabres vs Calgary Flames?

The game is on Thursday, December 3, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET at Scotiabank Saddledome, Calgary, AB.

How can I watch Buffalo Sabres vs Calgary Flames?

TV: MSGB.

What are the records of the Buffalo Sabres and Calgary Flames?

Buffalo Sabres: 8-6-3. Calgary Flames: 8-9-1.

Who is injured for Buffalo Sabres vs Calgary Flames?

Listed out or doubtful: Buffalo Sabres: Alex Lyon, Konsta Helenius, Justin Danforth, Matt Grzelcyk. Calgary Flames: Kevin Bahl, Jonathan Huberdeau, Connor Zary, Samuel Honzek. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Buffalo Sabres vs Calgary Flames played?

Scotiabank Saddledome, Calgary, AB.

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