Games / NHL / Jan 8, 2027

Buffalo Sabres vs Columbus Blue Jackets: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Buffalo Sabres (8-6-3) visit the Columbus Blue Jackets (7-9-0) on Friday, January 8, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET, at Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH. TV: MSGB, CBJNHL. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Columbus Blue Jackets vs Buffalo Sabres.

NHLFriday, January 8, 2027

Buffalo Sabres8-6-3

7:00 PM ETJan 8, 2027

Columbus Blue Jackets7-9-0

DateJan 8, 2027

Time7:00 PM ET

VenueNationwide Arena, Columbus, OH

TVMSGB, CBJNHL

Team comparison

Buffalo SabresColumbus Blue Jackets

Goals per game

2.9

2.6

Goals allowed per game

3.4

3.2

8-6-3Record7-9-0

6th in Atlantic DivisionStanding7th in Metropolitan Division

4-4Road record / home record6-4

LWLWWLast 5LLWWL

L1StreakL2

Team stats

Buffalo SabresColumbus Blue Jackets

Goals Against Average

3.29

3.13

Shots Against per Game

27.1

28.1

Penalty Kill Percentage

71.2

75.6

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

2.94

2.53

Shots per Game

28.4

25.8

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

14.3

17.5

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

158

126

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

Columbus Blue Jackets

No injuries listed.

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

Columbus Blue JacketsLLWWL

Nov 10, 2026 · vs Florida PanthersL 1-4

Nov 6, 2026 · at Buffalo SabresL 2-5

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Dallas StarsW 2-1

Nov 3, 2026 · vs Colorado AvalancheW 7-2

Oct 31, 2026 · at Dallas StarsL 1-3

Season series

Series tied 1-1

Jan 8, 2027BUF 0, CBJ 0

Nov 6, 2026CBJ 2, BUF 5

Oct 1, 2026BUF 3, CBJ 6

Team pages

Buffalo Sabres
Schedule, roster and stats

Columbus Blue Jackets
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Buffalo Sabres vs Columbus Blue Jackets?

The game is on Friday, January 8, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET at Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH.

How can I watch Buffalo Sabres vs Columbus Blue Jackets?

TV: MSGB, CBJNHL.

What are the records of the Buffalo Sabres and Columbus Blue Jackets?

Buffalo Sabres: 8-6-3. Columbus Blue Jackets: 7-9-0.

Who is injured for Buffalo Sabres vs Columbus Blue Jackets?

Listed out or doubtful: 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 Buffalo Sabres vs Columbus Blue Jackets played?

Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH.

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