Games / NHL / Mar 18, 2027

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

The Washington Capitals (10-6-0) visit the Buffalo Sabres (8-6-3) on Thursday, March 18, 2027 at 7:30 PM ET, at KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY. TV: Disney+/ESPN+/Hulu. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Buffalo Sabres vs Washington Capitals.

NHLThursday, March 18, 2027

Washington Capitals10-6-0

7:30 PM ETMar 18, 2027

Buffalo Sabres8-6-3

DateMar 18, 2027

Time7:30 PM ET

VenueKeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY

TVDisney+/ESPN+/Hulu

Team comparison

Washington CapitalsBuffalo Sabres

Goals per game

3.5

2.9

Goals allowed per game

3.3

3.4

10-6-0Record8-6-3

4th in Metropolitan DivisionStanding6th in Atlantic Division

3-2Road record / home record4-5

WWLLWLast 5LWLWW

W2StreakL1

Team stats

Washington CapitalsBuffalo Sabres

Goals Against Average

3.31

3.29

Shots Against per Game

27.6

27.1

Penalty Kill Percentage

77.8

71.2

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

3.50

2.94

Shots per Game

27.1

28.4

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

18.2

14.3

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

168

158

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Washington Capitals

Rasmus Sandin D · Knee - Surgery

Injured Reserve

Vincent Desharnais D · Abdomen - Surgery

Injured Reserve

Patrick Thomas C · 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

Washington CapitalsWWLLW

Nov 10, 2026 · at Ottawa SenatorsW 3-2

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

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

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

Washington Capitals
Schedule, roster and stats

Buffalo Sabres
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Washington Capitals vs Buffalo Sabres?

The game is on Thursday, March 18, 2027 at 7:30 PM ET at KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY.

How can I watch Washington Capitals vs Buffalo Sabres?

TV: Disney+/ESPN+/Hulu.

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

Washington Capitals: 10-6-0. Buffalo Sabres: 8-6-3.

Who is injured for Washington Capitals vs Buffalo Sabres?

Listed out or doubtful: Washington Capitals: Rasmus Sandin, Vincent Desharnais, Patrick Thomas. 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 Washington Capitals vs Buffalo Sabres played?

KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY.

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