Games / NHL / Dec 4, 2026

Buffalo Sabres vs Vancouver Canucks: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Buffalo Sabres (8-6-3) visit the Vancouver Canucks (3-16-1) on Friday, December 4, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET, at Rogers Arena, Vancouver, BC. TV: MSGB. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Vancouver Canucks vs Buffalo Sabres.

NHLFriday, December 4, 2026

Buffalo Sabres8-6-3

9:00 PM ETDec 4, 2026

Vancouver Canucks3-16-1

DateDec 4, 2026

Time9:00 PM ET

VenueRogers Arena, Vancouver, BC

TVMSGB

Team comparison

Buffalo SabresVancouver Canucks

Goals per game

2.9

2.8

Goals allowed per game

3.4

4.5

8-6-3Record3-16-1

6th in Atlantic DivisionStanding8th in Pacific Division

4-4Road record / home record1-8

LWLWWLast 5LLLLL

L1StreakL6

Team stats

Buffalo SabresVancouver Canucks

Goals Against Average

3.29

4.50

Shots Against per Game

27.1

30.5

Penalty Kill Percentage

71.2

63.1

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

2.94

2.80

Shots per Game

28.4

21.8

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

14.3

20.6

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

Vancouver Canucks

Filip Chytil C · Shoulder - Not Specified

Injured Reserve

Mackenzie MacEachern LW · Undisclosed

Injured Reserve

Thatcher Demko G · Hip - Surgery

Injured Reserve

Tom Willander D · Lower Body

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

Vancouver CanucksLLLLL

Nov 9, 2026 · vs Philadelphia FlyersL 1-3

Nov 7, 2026 · at Edmonton OilersL 2-4

Nov 5, 2026 · at Winnipeg JetsL 2-6

Nov 3, 2026 · vs Anaheim DucksL 4-5

Oct 31, 2026 · vs Toronto Maple LeafsL 2-4

Season series

Series starts 12/4

Mar 9, 2027VAN 0, BUF 0

Dec 4, 2026BUF 0, VAN 0

Team pages

Buffalo Sabres
Schedule, roster and stats

Vancouver Canucks
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Buffalo Sabres vs Vancouver Canucks?

The game is on Friday, December 4, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET at Rogers Arena, Vancouver, BC.

How can I watch Buffalo Sabres vs Vancouver Canucks?

TV: MSGB.

What are the records of the Buffalo Sabres and Vancouver Canucks?

Buffalo Sabres: 8-6-3. Vancouver Canucks: 3-16-1.

Who is injured for Buffalo Sabres vs Vancouver Canucks?

Listed out or doubtful: Buffalo Sabres: Alex Lyon, Konsta Helenius, Justin Danforth, Matt Grzelcyk. Vancouver Canucks: Filip Chytil, Mackenzie MacEachern, Thatcher Demko. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Buffalo Sabres vs Vancouver Canucks played?

Rogers Arena, Vancouver, BC.

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