Games / NHL / Dec 6, 2026

Buffalo Sabres vs Seattle Kraken: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Buffalo Sabres (8-6-3) visit the Seattle Kraken (9-6-1) on Sunday, December 6, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET, at Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle, WA. TV: MSGB, KONG, Prime Video (Local). Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Seattle Kraken vs Buffalo Sabres.

NHLSunday, December 6, 2026

Buffalo Sabres8-6-3

8:00 PM ETDec 6, 2026

Seattle Kraken9-6-1

DateDec 6, 2026

Time8:00 PM ET

VenueClimate Pledge Arena, Seattle, WA

TVMSGB, KONG, Prime Video (Local)

Team comparison

Buffalo SabresSeattle Kraken

Goals per game

2.9

3.6

Goals allowed per game

3.4

3.6

8-6-3Record9-6-1

6th in Atlantic DivisionStanding4th in Pacific Division

4-4Road record / home record5-3

LWLWWLast 5LWLWL

L1StreakL1

Team stats

Buffalo SabresSeattle Kraken

Goals Against Average

3.29

3.56

Shots Against per Game

27.1

30.2

Penalty Kill Percentage

71.2

65.1

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

2.94

3.44

Shots per Game

28.4

25.6

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

14.3

22.6

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

158

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

Seattle Kraken

Nikke Kokko G · Not Injury Related

Injured Reserve

Curtis Douglas C · Upper Body

Injured Reserve

Jared McCann LW · Lower Body

Injured Reserve

Jacob Melanson RW · Chest

Injured Reserve

Ryan Lindgren D · 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

Seattle KrakenLWLWL

Nov 7, 2026 · vs New York RangersL 3-4

Nov 4, 2026 · vs Calgary FlamesW 2-1

Oct 30, 2026 · at Calgary FlamesL 2-6

Oct 28, 2026 · vs Toronto Maple LeafsW 5-4

Oct 24, 2026 · vs Minnesota WildL 1-5

Season series

Series starts 12/6

Jan 21, 2027SEA 0, BUF 0

Dec 6, 2026BUF 0, SEA 0

Team pages

Buffalo Sabres
Schedule, roster and stats

Seattle Kraken
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Buffalo Sabres vs Seattle Kraken?

The game is on Sunday, December 6, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET at Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle, WA.

How can I watch Buffalo Sabres vs Seattle Kraken?

TV: MSGB, KONG, Prime Video (Local).

What are the records of the Buffalo Sabres and Seattle Kraken?

Buffalo Sabres: 8-6-3. Seattle Kraken: 9-6-1.

Who is injured for Buffalo Sabres vs Seattle Kraken?

Listed out or doubtful: Buffalo Sabres: Alex Lyon, Konsta Helenius, Justin Danforth, Matt Grzelcyk. Seattle Kraken: Nikke Kokko, Curtis Douglas, Jared McCann, Jacob Melanson. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Buffalo Sabres vs Seattle Kraken played?

Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle, WA.

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