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| Team | GP | W | L | OT | Pct | PTS | DIFF | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Hurricanes | 18 | 13 | 3 | 2 | — | 28 | +26 | W1 |
 Devils | 16 | 11 | 5 | 0 | — | 22 | +10 | W3 |
 Rangers | 17 | 9 | 7 | 1 | — | 19 | +2 | W2 |
 Capitals | 14 | 8 | 6 | 0 | — | 16 | +1 | L2 |
 Islanders | 15 | 7 | 6 | 2 | — | 16 | -1 | L2 |
| Blue Jackets | 14 | 7 | 7 | 0 | — | 14 | -4 | W2 |
 Penguins | 16 | 5 | 9 | 2 | — | 12 | -7 | L4 |
 Flyers | 18 | 4 | 10 | 4 | — | 12 | -22 | L2 |
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FAQs: Columbus Blue Jackets vs Buffalo Sabres
How can I watch Blue Jackets vs. Sabres in the U.S.?
You can watch Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Buffalo Sabres on ESPN+, CBJNHL, MSG-B or CBJHN in the U.S. ESPN+ is the streaming option; regional availability and blackout restrictions may affect access.
What time does Blue Jackets vs. Sabres start?
Puck drop is at 7:00 p.m. Eastern on Friday, November 6, 2026 (6:00 p.m. Central).
Where is the game, and which team is at home?
The game is at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York, so the Sabres have home-ice advantage and the Blue Jackets are on the road.
What is the teams’ recent head-to-head result?
Columbus beat Buffalo 6–3 in their previous meeting on October 1, 2026. That result gives the Blue Jackets a recent win over the Sabres, but it does not determine how this rematch will go.
Why might the date appear as November 7 in some places?
The NHL schedule gives this game as Friday, November 6, at 7:00 p.m. Eastern, while some matchup pages display November 7. Use the November 6 Eastern start time when planning to watch; the listed start is also 6:00 p.m. Central.