Games / NHL / Jan 14, 2027

Colorado Avalanche vs Buffalo Sabres: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Colorado Avalanche (11-6-2) visit the Buffalo Sabres (8-6-3) on Thursday, January 14, 2027 at 7:30 PM ET, at KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY. TV: MSGB, Altitude 2 Sports. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Buffalo Sabres vs Colorado Avalanche.

NHLThursday, January 14, 2027

Colorado Avalanche11-6-2

7:30 PM ETJan 14, 2027

Buffalo Sabres8-6-3

DateJan 14, 2027

Time7:30 PM ET

VenueKeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY

TVMSGB, Altitude 2 Sports

Team comparison

Colorado AvalancheBuffalo Sabres

Goals per game

4.1

2.9

Goals allowed per game

3.1

3.4

11-6-2Record8-6-3

2nd in Central DivisionStanding6th in Atlantic Division

4-5Road record / home record4-5

WWLLWLast 5LWLWW

W2StreakL1

Team stats

Colorado AvalancheBuffalo Sabres

Goals Against Average

3.06

3.29

Shots Against per Game

27.2

27.1

Penalty Kill Percentage

78.2

71.2

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

4.00

2.94

Shots per Game

30.6

28.4

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

23.3

14.3

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

164

158

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Colorado Avalanche

Josh Manson D · Ankle

Injured Reserve

Zachary L'Heureux LW · Upper 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

Colorado AvalancheWWLLW

Nov 10, 2026 · at Toronto Maple LeafsW 6-3

Nov 7, 2026 · vs Detroit Red WingsW 4-0

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Nashville PredatorsL 2-3

Nov 3, 2026 · at Columbus Blue JacketsL 2-7

Nov 2, 2026 · at Chicago BlackhawksW 5-2

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 1/14

Jan 30, 2027BUF 0, COL 0

Jan 14, 2027COL 0, BUF 0

Team pages

Colorado Avalanche
Schedule, roster and stats

Buffalo Sabres
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Colorado Avalanche vs Buffalo Sabres?

The game is on Thursday, January 14, 2027 at 7:30 PM ET at KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY.

How can I watch Colorado Avalanche vs Buffalo Sabres?

TV: MSGB, Altitude 2 Sports.

What are the records of the Colorado Avalanche and Buffalo Sabres?

Colorado Avalanche: 11-6-2. Buffalo Sabres: 8-6-3.

Who is injured for Colorado Avalanche vs Buffalo Sabres?

Listed out or doubtful: Colorado Avalanche: Josh Manson, Zachary L'Heureux. 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 Colorado Avalanche vs Buffalo Sabres played?

KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY.

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