Anaheim Ducks vs Buffalo Sabres, Dec. 12, 2026
Anaheim Ducks5-6-0, 10 pts- 6:00 PMCT
- 5:00 PMMT
- 4:00 PMPT
Buffalo Sabres4-4-3, 11 ptsThe Anaheim Ducks visit the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026. Puck drop is 7:00 PM ET on MSGB. The Ducks arrive at 5-6-0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Dec 12 | MSGB | Scheduled |
Ducks vs Sabres Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Sabres play at KeyBank Center in Buffalo.
| Matchup | Anaheim Ducks at Buffalo Sabres |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 7:00 PM ET |
| Status | Scheduled |
| TV | MSGB |
| Venue | KeyBank Center, Buffalo |
| Home team | Buffalo Sabres (Buffalo, United States) |
| Away team | Anaheim Ducks |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
What Time Does Ducks vs Sabres Start?
The Ducks vs Sabres start time is 7:00 PM ET on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026. 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 | |
| Pacific (PT) | 4:00 PM | Anaheim |
| Atlantic (AT) | 8:00 PM | |
| Newfoundland (NT) | 8:30 PM | |
| Your time |
How to Watch Ducks vs Sabres
Anaheim Ducks 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 Anaheim markets.
Ducks vs Sabres in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Ducks 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, Oct 29 | Buffalo SabresBUFAnaheim DucksANA | ESPN+, Disney+, Hulu | Scheduled | |
| Sat, Dec 12 | MSGB | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Ducks and Sabres
The Ducks are 5-6-0, 5th in the Pacific Division with 10 points and a last-10 record of 4-6-0. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 5-6-0 | 10 | 1-3-0 | 4-3-0 | 32 | 37 | W1 | 4-6-0 | WLLLL | |
| 11 | 4-4-3 | 11 | 3-3-0 | 1-1-3 | 31 | 41 | OT1 | 4-3-3 | OTLOTWOT |
Next Game for the Ducks and the Sabres
Anaheim Ducks
The Ducks next play at Toronto Maple Leafs on Sunday, Dec. 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET on Prime Video, KCOP.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Dec 13 | Anaheim DucksANA Toronto Maple LeafsTOR | Prime Video, KCOP | Scheduled |
Buffalo Sabres
The Sabres next play at Ottawa Senators on Monday, Dec. 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET on MSGB.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Dec 14 | Buffalo SabresBUF Ottawa SenatorsOTT | MSGB | Scheduled |
FAQ About Ducks vs Sabres
What time is Ducks vs Sabres on Dec. 12?
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 Ducks 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 Ducks vs Sabres being played?
At KeyBank Center in Buffalo, home of the Buffalo Sabres. The Anaheim Ducks are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Ducks or the Sabres?
The Sabres. They are 4-4-3 with 11 points, against 5-6-0 and 10 points for the Ducks.
How many times do the Ducks and Sabres play in 2026-27?
Twice. None has been played yet.
Does Ducks 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 Ducks 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 Ducks vs Sabres on national TV?
No. MSGB is a regional broadcast, shown in the Buffalo and Anaheim markets. Outside those markets it needs an out-of-market package.
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