Games / NHL / Dec 15, 2026

Calgary Flames vs Buffalo Sabres: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Calgary Flames (8-9-1) visit the Buffalo Sabres (8-6-3) on Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET, at KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY. TV: MSGB. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Buffalo Sabres vs Calgary Flames.

NHLTuesday, December 15, 2026

Calgary Flames8-9-1

7:00 PM ETDec 15, 2026

Buffalo Sabres8-6-3

DateDec 15, 2026

Time7:00 PM ET

VenueKeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY

TVMSGB

Team comparison

Calgary FlamesBuffalo Sabres

Goals per game

2.6

2.9

Goals allowed per game

3.5

3.4

8-9-1Record8-6-3

5th in Pacific DivisionStanding6th in Atlantic Division

2-6Road record / home record4-5

WLLWLLast 5LWLWW

W1StreakL1

Team stats

Calgary FlamesBuffalo Sabres

Goals Against Average

3.50

3.29

Shots Against per Game

30.1

27.1

Penalty Kill Percentage

82.1

71.2

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

2.56

2.94

Shots per Game

27.4

28.4

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

28.6

14.3

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

197

158

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Calgary Flames

Kevin Bahl D · Achilles - Surgery

Injured Reserve

Jonathan Huberdeau LW · Hip - Surgery

Injured Reserve

Connor Zary C · Knee - Surgery

Out

Samuel Honzek LW · Lower Body

Injured Reserve

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

Recent form

Calgary FlamesWLLWL

Nov 8, 2026 · vs Philadelphia FlyersW 4-3

Nov 6, 2026 · vs Anaheim DucksL 3-5

Nov 4, 2026 · at Seattle KrakenL 1-2

Nov 2, 2026 · at San Jose SharksW 2-1

Oct 31, 2026 · at Colorado AvalancheL 2-5

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

Season series

Series starts 12/3

Dec 15, 2026CGY 0, BUF 0

Dec 3, 2026BUF 0, CGY 0

Team pages

Calgary Flames
Schedule, roster and stats

Buffalo Sabres
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Calgary Flames vs Buffalo Sabres?

The game is on Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET at KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY.

How can I watch Calgary Flames vs Buffalo Sabres?

TV: MSGB.

What are the records of the Calgary Flames and Buffalo Sabres?

Calgary Flames: 8-9-1. Buffalo Sabres: 8-6-3.

Who is injured for Calgary Flames vs Buffalo Sabres?

Listed out or doubtful: Calgary Flames: Kevin Bahl, Jonathan Huberdeau, Connor Zary, Samuel Honzek. Buffalo Sabres: Alex Lyon, Konsta Helenius, Justin Danforth, Matt Grzelcyk. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Calgary Flames vs Buffalo Sabres played?

KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY.

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