Games / NHL / Dec 1, 2026

Buffalo Sabres vs Edmonton Oilers: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Buffalo Sabres (8-6-3) visit the Edmonton Oilers (13-3-3) on Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET, at Rogers Place, Edmonton, AB. TV: MSGB. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Edmonton Oilers vs Buffalo Sabres.

NHLTuesday, December 1, 2026

Buffalo Sabres8-6-3

8:00 PM ETDec 1, 2026

Edmonton Oilers13-3-3

DateDec 1, 2026

Time8:00 PM ET

VenueRogers Place, Edmonton, AB

TVMSGB

Team comparison

Buffalo SabresEdmonton Oilers

Goals per game

2.9

4.1

Goals allowed per game

3.4

2.9

8-6-3Record13-3-3

6th in Atlantic DivisionStanding1st in Pacific Division

4-4Road record / home record6-5

LWLWWLast 5WWLLW

L1StreakW2

Team stats

Buffalo SabresEdmonton Oilers

Goals Against Average

3.29

2.84

Shots Against per Game

27.1

26.5

Penalty Kill Percentage

71.2

77.0

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

2.94

4.05

Shots per Game

28.4

25.6

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

14.3

32.4

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

158

204

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

Edmonton Oilers

Isaac Howard LW · Knee

Injured Reserve

Alec Regula D · Undisclosed

Injured Reserve

Matt Savoie C · Lower Body - Not Specified

Injured Reserve

Frederik Andersen G · Knee

Injured Reserve

Mattias Janmark C · Undisclosed - Surgery

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

Edmonton OilersWWLLW

Nov 9, 2026 · vs New York RangersW 3-1

Nov 7, 2026 · vs Vancouver CanucksW 4-2

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Anaheim DucksL 4-5

Nov 3, 2026 · at New Jersey DevilsL 3-4

Nov 1, 2026 · at New York RangersW 4-1

Season series

Series starts 12/1

Dec 10, 2026EDM 0, BUF 0

Dec 1, 2026BUF 0, EDM 0

Team pages

Buffalo Sabres
Schedule, roster and stats

Edmonton Oilers
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Buffalo Sabres vs Edmonton Oilers?

The game is on Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET at Rogers Place, Edmonton, AB.

How can I watch Buffalo Sabres vs Edmonton Oilers?

TV: MSGB.

What are the records of the Buffalo Sabres and Edmonton Oilers?

Buffalo Sabres: 8-6-3. Edmonton Oilers: 13-3-3.

Who is injured for Buffalo Sabres vs Edmonton Oilers?

Listed out or doubtful: Buffalo Sabres: Alex Lyon, Konsta Helenius, Justin Danforth, Matt Grzelcyk. Edmonton Oilers: Isaac Howard, Alec Regula, Matt Savoie, Frederik Andersen. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Buffalo Sabres vs Edmonton Oilers played?

Rogers Place, Edmonton, AB.

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