Games / NHL / Jan 30, 2027

Buffalo Sabres vs Colorado Avalanche: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Buffalo Sabres (8-6-3) visit the Colorado Avalanche (11-6-2) on Saturday, January 30, 2027 at 5:00 PM ET, at Ball Arena, Denver, CO. TV: MSGB, Altitude Sports. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Colorado Avalanche vs Buffalo Sabres.

NHLSaturday, January 30, 2027

Buffalo Sabres8-6-3

5:00 PM ETJan 30, 2027

Colorado Avalanche11-6-2

DateJan 30, 2027

Time5:00 PM ET

VenueBall Arena, Denver, CO

TVMSGB, Altitude Sports

Team comparison

Buffalo SabresColorado Avalanche

Goals per game

2.9

4.1

Goals allowed per game

3.4

3.1

8-6-3Record11-6-2

6th in Atlantic DivisionStanding2nd in Central Division

4-4Road record / home record7-3

LWLWWLast 5WWLLW

L1StreakW2

Team stats

Buffalo SabresColorado Avalanche

Goals Against Average

3.29

3.06

Shots Against per Game

27.1

27.2

Penalty Kill Percentage

71.2

78.2

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

2.94

4.00

Shots per Game

28.4

30.6

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

14.3

23.3

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

158

164

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

Colorado Avalanche

Josh Manson D · Ankle

Injured Reserve

Zachary L'Heureux LW · 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

Colorado AvalancheWWLLW

Nov 10, 2026 · at Toronto Maple LeafsW 6-3

Nov 7, 2026 · vs Detroit Red WingsW 4-0

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Nashville PredatorsL 2-3

Nov 3, 2026 · at Columbus Blue JacketsL 2-7

Nov 2, 2026 · at Chicago BlackhawksW 5-2

Season series

Series starts 1/14

Jan 30, 2027BUF 0, COL 0

Jan 14, 2027COL 0, BUF 0

Team pages

Buffalo Sabres
Schedule, roster and stats

Colorado Avalanche
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Buffalo Sabres vs Colorado Avalanche?

The game is on Saturday, January 30, 2027 at 5:00 PM ET at Ball Arena, Denver, CO.

How can I watch Buffalo Sabres vs Colorado Avalanche?

TV: MSGB, Altitude Sports.

What are the records of the Buffalo Sabres and Colorado Avalanche?

Buffalo Sabres: 8-6-3. Colorado Avalanche: 11-6-2.

Who is injured for Buffalo Sabres vs Colorado Avalanche?

Listed out or doubtful: Buffalo Sabres: Alex Lyon, Konsta Helenius, Justin Danforth, Matt Grzelcyk. Colorado Avalanche: Josh Manson, Zachary L'Heureux. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Buffalo Sabres vs Colorado Avalanche played?

Ball Arena, Denver, CO.

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