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Game Preview vs the Golden Knights

Buffalo gets another measuring-stick game against the defending Western Conference champions Vegas Golden Knights (11-5-2) at Buffalo Sabres (8-5-3) Puck Drop: 3:30 p.m. ET | KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NYTV: MSG-B, Scripps, SN1, TVASStreaming: DAZN in the Sabres marketRadio: WGR 550…

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 6:06 PM
Game Preview vs the Golden Knights
Key Things to Know
  • The Buffalo Sabres host the Vegas Golden Knights at KeyBank Center in their 16th game of the season.
  • Jack Eichel returns to Buffalo leading the Golden Knights with 23 points across 18 appearances.
  • Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin is set to play in his 600th career NHL game.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Buffalo Sabres host the Vegas Golden Knights at KeyBank Center on Sunday afternoon, aiming to build momentum following a 5-2 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets. Buffalo enters the matchup with an 8-5-3 record, having won four of their last five games, while Vegas arrives with an 11-5-2 record after winning two of three on their current road trip.

Former Sabres captain Jack Eichel returns to Buffalo leading Vegas with 23 points in 18 games. Meanwhile, Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin will skate in his 600th career NHL game, becoming the 17th player to hit that milestone with the franchise. Projected starting goaltenders include Colten Ellis for Buffalo and Adin Hill for Vegas.

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