Games / NHL / Jan 16, 2027

Nashville Predators vs Buffalo Sabres: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Nashville Predators (9-4-5) visit the Buffalo Sabres (8-6-3) on Saturday, January 16, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET, at KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY. TV: Scripps Sports, MSGB. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Buffalo Sabres vs Nashville Predators.

NHLSaturday, January 16, 2027

Nashville Predators9-4-5

7:00 PM ETJan 16, 2027

Buffalo Sabres8-6-3

DateJan 16, 2027

Time7:00 PM ET

VenueKeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY

TVScripps Sports, MSGB

Team comparison

Nashville PredatorsBuffalo Sabres

Goals per game

3.1

2.9

Goals allowed per game

2.8

3.4

9-4-5Record8-6-3

3rd in Central DivisionStanding6th in Atlantic Division

3-4Road record / home record4-5

WWWWWLast 5LWLWW

W5StreakL1

Team stats

Nashville PredatorsBuffalo Sabres

Goals Against Average

2.82

3.29

Shots Against per Game

28.9

27.1

Penalty Kill Percentage

88.5

71.2

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

3.00

2.94

Shots per Game

26.0

28.4

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

29.8

14.3

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

118

158

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Nashville Predators

Jonathan Marchessault RW · Lower Body

Out

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

Nashville PredatorsWWWWW

Nov 10, 2026 · at Los Angeles KingsW 3-0

Nov 7, 2026 · vs St. Louis BluesW 3-1

Nov 5, 2026 · at Colorado AvalancheW 3-2

Nov 3, 2026 · vs Carolina HurricanesW 4-1

Oct 31, 2026 · vs Tampa Bay LightningW 5-4

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 1/16

Mar 30, 2027BUF 0, NSH 0

Jan 16, 2027NSH 0, BUF 0

Team pages

Nashville Predators
Schedule, roster and stats

Buffalo Sabres
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Nashville Predators vs Buffalo Sabres?

The game is on Saturday, January 16, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET at KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY.

How can I watch Nashville Predators vs Buffalo Sabres?

TV: Scripps Sports, MSGB.

What are the records of the Nashville Predators and Buffalo Sabres?

Nashville Predators: 9-4-5. Buffalo Sabres: 8-6-3.

Who is injured for Nashville Predators vs Buffalo Sabres?

Listed out or doubtful: Nashville Predators: Jonathan Marchessault. 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 Nashville Predators vs Buffalo Sabres played?

KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY.

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