Games / NHL / Feb 20, 2027

Buffalo Sabres vs New Jersey Devils: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Buffalo Sabres (8-6-3) visit the New Jersey Devils (13-6-0) on Saturday, February 20, 2027 at 1:30 PM ET, at Prudential Center, Newark, NJ. TV: MSGB, MSGSN. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for New Jersey Devils vs Buffalo Sabres.

NHLSaturday, February 20, 2027

Buffalo Sabres8-6-3

1:30 PM ETFeb 20, 2027

New Jersey Devils13-6-0

DateFeb 20, 2027

Time1:30 PM ET

VenuePrudential Center, Newark, NJ

TVMSGB, MSGSN

Team comparison

Buffalo SabresNew Jersey Devils

Goals per game

2.9

3.6

Goals allowed per game

3.4

2.9

8-6-3Record13-6-0

6th in Atlantic DivisionStanding2nd in Metropolitan Division

4-4Road record / home record8-2

LWLWWLast 5LWWWW

L1StreakL1

Team stats

Buffalo SabresNew Jersey Devils

Goals Against Average

3.29

2.90

Shots Against per Game

27.1

24.8

Penalty Kill Percentage

71.2

65.9

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

2.94

3.53

Shots per Game

28.4

33.0

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

14.3

18.0

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

158

127

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

New Jersey Devils

Anthony Mantha RW · Neck

Out

Seamus Casey D · Knee

Injured Reserve

Johnathan Kovacevic D · Undisclosed

Day-To-Day

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

New Jersey DevilsLWWWW

Nov 10, 2026 · at Winnipeg JetsL 2-4

Nov 8, 2026 · at Toronto Maple LeafsW 4-0

Nov 7, 2026 · at New York IslandersW 5-4

Nov 5, 2026 · vs St. Louis BluesW 5-4

Nov 3, 2026 · vs Edmonton OilersW 4-3

Season series

Series starts 12/26

Feb 20, 2027BUF 0, NJ 0

Jan 12, 2027NJ 0, BUF 0

Dec 26, 2026NJ 0, BUF 0

Team pages

Buffalo Sabres
Schedule, roster and stats

New Jersey Devils
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Buffalo Sabres vs New Jersey Devils?

The game is on Saturday, February 20, 2027 at 1:30 PM ET at Prudential Center, Newark, NJ.

How can I watch Buffalo Sabres vs New Jersey Devils?

TV: MSGB, MSGSN.

What are the records of the Buffalo Sabres and New Jersey Devils?

Buffalo Sabres: 8-6-3. New Jersey Devils: 13-6-0.

Who is injured for Buffalo Sabres vs New Jersey Devils?

Listed out or doubtful: Buffalo Sabres: Alex Lyon, Konsta Helenius, Justin Danforth, Matt Grzelcyk. New Jersey Devils: Anthony Mantha, Seamus Casey. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Buffalo Sabres vs New Jersey Devils played?

Prudential Center, Newark, NJ.

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