Games / NHL / Mar 12, 2027

Buffalo Sabres vs Detroit Red Wings: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Buffalo Sabres (8-6-3) visit the Detroit Red Wings (7-9-3) on Friday, March 12, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET, at Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI. TV: MSGB, DSN. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Detroit Red Wings vs Buffalo Sabres.

NHLFriday, March 12, 2027

Buffalo Sabres8-6-3

7:00 PM ETMar 12, 2027

Detroit Red Wings7-9-3

DateMar 12, 2027

Time7:00 PM ET

VenueLittle Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI

TVMSGB, DSN

Team comparison

Buffalo SabresDetroit Red Wings

Goals per game

2.9

2.7

Goals allowed per game

3.4

3.1

8-6-3Record7-9-3

6th in Atlantic DivisionStanding8th in Atlantic Division

4-4Road record / home record4-6

LWLWWLast 5LLLLW

L1StreakL4

Team stats

Buffalo SabresDetroit Red Wings

Goals Against Average

3.29

3.00

Shots Against per Game

27.1

25.8

Penalty Kill Percentage

71.2

69.5

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

2.94

2.58

Shots per Game

28.4

28.9

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

14.3

21.3

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

158

168

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

Detroit Red Wings

Albert Johansson D · Undisclosed - Not Specified

Injured Reserve

Dylan Larkin C · Suspension

Injured Reserve

Simon Edvinsson D · Contract Dispute

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

Detroit Red WingsLLLLW

Nov 10, 2026 · at St. Louis BluesL 2-3

Nov 7, 2026 · at Colorado AvalancheL 0-4

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Vegas Golden KnightsL 1-2

Nov 3, 2026 · at Tampa Bay LightningL 2-4

Nov 2, 2026 · at Florida PanthersW 5-3

Season series

Series starts 12/28

Apr 10, 2027DET 0, BUF 0

Mar 12, 2027BUF 0, DET 0

Feb 21, 2027BUF 0, DET 0

Dec 28, 2026DET 0, BUF 0

Team pages

Buffalo Sabres
Schedule, roster and stats

Detroit Red Wings
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Buffalo Sabres vs Detroit Red Wings?

The game is on Friday, March 12, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET at Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI.

How can I watch Buffalo Sabres vs Detroit Red Wings?

TV: MSGB, DSN.

What are the records of the Buffalo Sabres and Detroit Red Wings?

Buffalo Sabres: 8-6-3. Detroit Red Wings: 7-9-3.

Who is injured for Buffalo Sabres vs Detroit Red Wings?

Listed out or doubtful: Buffalo Sabres: Alex Lyon, Konsta Helenius, Justin Danforth, Matt Grzelcyk. Detroit Red Wings: Albert Johansson, Dylan Larkin, Simon Edvinsson. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Buffalo Sabres vs Detroit Red Wings played?

Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI.

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