Colorado Avalanche vs Buffalo Sabres, Jan. 14, 2027
Colorado Avalanche6-5-1, 13 pts- 6:00 PMCT
- 5:00 PMMT
- 4:00 PMPT
Buffalo Sabres4-4-3, 11 ptsThe Colorado Avalanche visit the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2027. Puck drop is 7:00 PM ET on MSGB. The Avalanche arrive at 6-5-1 and the Sabres at 4-4-3. It is the first meeting of the two clubs in 2026-27.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Jan 14 | MSGB | Scheduled |
Avalanche vs Sabres Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Sabres play at KeyBank Center in Buffalo.
| Matchup | Colorado Avalanche at Buffalo Sabres |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday, Jan. 14, 2027 |
| Puck drop | 7:00 PM ET |
| Status | Scheduled |
| TV | MSGB |
| Venue | KeyBank Center, Buffalo |
| Home team | Buffalo Sabres (Buffalo, United States) |
| Away team | Colorado Avalanche |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
What Time Does Avalanche vs Sabres Start?
The Avalanche vs Sabres start time is 7:00 PM ET on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2027. That is 6:00 PM Central, 5:00 PM Mountain and 4:00 PM Pacific.
| Time zone | Start | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern (ET) | 7:00 PM | Buffalo |
| Central (CT) | 6:00 PM | |
| Mountain (MT) | 5:00 PM | Colorado |
| Pacific (PT) | 4:00 PM | |
| Atlantic (AT) | 8:00 PM | |
| Newfoundland (NT) | 8:30 PM | |
| Your time |
How to Watch Avalanche vs Sabres
Colorado Avalanche at Buffalo Sabres is on MSGB, with puck drop at 7:00 PM ET.
National NHL games in the United States air on ESPN, ABC, TNT, truTV and ESPN+. Games outside those windows go to the regional networks for the Buffalo and Colorado markets.
Avalanche vs Sabres in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Avalanche and the Sabres meet twice in 2026-27. None of the games has been played yet; this is the season series in full.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Jan 14 | MSGB | Scheduled | ||
| Sat, Jan 30 | Buffalo SabresBUFColorado AvalancheCOL | MSGB | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Avalanche and Sabres
The Avalanche are 6-5-1, 4th in the Central Division with 13 points and a last-10 record of 4-5-1. The Sabres are 4-4-3, 8th in the Atlantic with 11 points and 4-3-3 in their last 10.
| Team | GP | Record | PTS | Home | Away | GF | GA | Streak | Last 10 | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 6-5-1 | 13 | 4-1-1 | 2-4-0 | 49 | 40 | L1 | 4-5-1 | LWLLW | |
| 11 | 4-4-3 | 11 | 3-3-0 | 1-1-3 | 31 | 41 | OT1 | 4-3-3 | OTLOTWOT |
Next Game for the Avalanche and the Sabres
Colorado Avalanche
The Avalanche next play at Washington Capitals on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET on Altitude 2 Sports, KTVD-TV (My20).
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Jan 16 | Colorado AvalancheCOL Washington CapitalsWSH | Altitude 2 Sports, KTVD-TV (My20) | Scheduled |
Buffalo Sabres
The Sabres next play vs Nashville Predators on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET on MSGB, Scripps Sports.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Jan 16 |  Nashville PredatorsNSHBuffalo SabresBUF | MSGB, Scripps Sports | Scheduled |
FAQ About Avalanche vs Sabres
What time is Avalanche vs Sabres on Jan. 14?
7:00 PM ET (6:00 PM CT, 5:00 PM MT, 4:00 PM PT). Atlantic, Newfoundland and your own local time are in the start-time table above.
What channel is Avalanche vs Sabres on?
The game is on MSGB. National games also stream on ESPN+ in the United States; in Canada the Sportsnet windows apply.
Where is Avalanche vs Sabres being played?
At KeyBank Center in Buffalo, home of the Buffalo Sabres. The Colorado Avalanche are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Avalanche or the Sabres?
The Avalanche. They are 6-5-1 with 13 points, against 4-4-3 and 11 points for the Sabres.
How many times do the Avalanche and Sabres play in 2026-27?
Twice. None has been played yet.
Does Avalanche vs Sabres count in the standings?
Yes. It is a regular-season game: two points for a win, one for a loss in overtime or a shootout.
What time does Avalanche vs Sabres end?
A regular-season NHL game runs about 2 hours 30 minutes, so this one should end around 9:30 PM ET. Overtime adds up to five minutes, and a shootout a few more.
Is Avalanche vs Sabres on national TV?
No. MSGB is a regional broadcast, shown in the Buffalo and Colorado markets. Outside those markets it needs an out-of-market package.
Updated All times Eastern Time (ET)