Games / NHL / Nov 19, 2026

Buffalo Sabres vs Washington Capitals: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Buffalo Sabres (8-6-3) visit the Washington Capitals (9-6-0) on Thursday, November 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET, at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC. TV: ESPN+. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Washington Capitals vs Buffalo Sabres.

NHLThursday, November 19, 2026

Buffalo Sabres8-6-3

7:00 PM ETNov 19, 2026

Washington Capitals9-6-0

DateNov 19, 2026

Time7:00 PM ET

VenueCapital One Arena, Washington, DC

TVESPN+

Team comparison

Buffalo SabresWashington Capitals

Goals per game

2.9

3.5

Goals allowed per game

3.4

8-6-3Record9-6-0

6th in Atlantic DivisionStanding4th in Metropolitan Division

4-4Road record / home record7-4

LWLWWLast 5WLLWW

L1StreakW1

Team stats

Buffalo SabresWashington Capitals

Goals Against Average

3.29

3.40

Shots Against per Game

27.1

27.7

Penalty Kill Percentage

71.2

76.5

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

2.94

3.53

Shots per Game

28.4

27.8

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

14.3

20.0

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

158

162

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

Washington Capitals

Rasmus Sandin D · Knee - Surgery

Injured Reserve

Vincent Desharnais D · Abdomen - Surgery

Injured Reserve

Patrick Thomas C · 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

Washington CapitalsWLLWW

Nov 7, 2026 · vs Florida PanthersW 4-3

Nov 3, 2026 · vs Dallas StarsL 5-6

Nov 1, 2026 · vs Minnesota WildL 1-5

Oct 29, 2026 · at Nashville PredatorsW 4-3

Oct 28, 2026 · vs Philadelphia FlyersW 5-2

Season series

WSH leads series 1-0

Mar 18, 2027WSH 0, BUF 0

Nov 19, 2026BUF 0, WSH 0

Oct 24, 2026BUF 3, WSH 4

Team pages

Buffalo Sabres
Schedule, roster and stats

Washington Capitals
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Buffalo Sabres vs Washington Capitals?

The game is on Thursday, November 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC.

How can I watch Buffalo Sabres vs Washington Capitals?

TV: ESPN+.

What are the records of the Buffalo Sabres and Washington Capitals?

Buffalo Sabres: 8-6-3. Washington Capitals: 9-6-0.

Who is injured for Buffalo Sabres vs Washington Capitals?

Listed out or doubtful: Buffalo Sabres: Alex Lyon, Konsta Helenius, Justin Danforth, Matt Grzelcyk. Washington Capitals: Rasmus Sandin, Vincent Desharnais, Patrick Thomas. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Buffalo Sabres vs Washington Capitals played?

Capital One Arena, Washington, DC.

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