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Buffalo Sabres vs Chicago Blackhawks: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Buffalo Sabres (8-6-3) visit the Chicago Blackhawks (4-13-1) on Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET, at United Center, Chicago, IL. TV: ESPN+. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Chicago Blackhawks vs Buffalo Sabres.

NHLThursday, November 12, 2026

Buffalo Sabres8-6-3

8:00 PM ETNov 12, 2026

Chicago Blackhawks4-13-1

DateNov 12, 2026

Time8:00 PM ET

VenueUnited Center, Chicago, IL

TVESPN+

Team comparison

Buffalo SabresChicago Blackhawks

Goals per game

2.9

2.2

Goals allowed per game

3.4

4.2

8-6-3Record4-13-1

6th in Atlantic DivisionStanding8th in Central Division

4-4Road record / home record4-5

LWLWWLast 5LLLLL

L1StreakL6

Team stats

Buffalo SabresChicago Blackhawks

Goals Against Average

3.29

4.22

Shots Against per Game

27.1

30.7

Penalty Kill Percentage

71.2

78.6

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

2.94

2.17

Shots per Game

28.4

22.9

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

14.3

9.8

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

158

155

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

Chicago Blackhawks

Patrick Kane RW · Upper Body

Injured Reserve

Bowen Byram D · Upper 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

Chicago BlackhawksLLLLL

Nov 7, 2026 · at Carolina HurricanesL 2-9

Nov 5, 2026 · at Tampa Bay LightningL 1-4

Nov 4, 2026 · at Florida PanthersL 3-5

Nov 2, 2026 · vs Colorado AvalancheL 2-5

Oct 31, 2026 · at Boston BruinsL 4-5

Season series

BUF leads series 1-0

Nov 12, 2026BUF 0, CHI 0

Oct 3, 2026CHI 3, BUF 4

Team pages

Buffalo Sabres
Schedule, roster and stats

Chicago Blackhawks
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Buffalo Sabres vs Chicago Blackhawks?

The game is on Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET at United Center, Chicago, IL.

How can I watch Buffalo Sabres vs Chicago Blackhawks?

TV: ESPN+.

What are the records of the Buffalo Sabres and Chicago Blackhawks?

Buffalo Sabres: 8-6-3. Chicago Blackhawks: 4-13-1.

Who is injured for Buffalo Sabres vs Chicago Blackhawks?

Listed out or doubtful: Buffalo Sabres: Alex Lyon, Konsta Helenius, Justin Danforth, Matt Grzelcyk. Chicago Blackhawks: Patrick Kane, Bowen Byram. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Buffalo Sabres vs Chicago Blackhawks played?

United Center, Chicago, IL.

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