Vegas Golden Knights vs Buffalo Sabres, Nov. 8, 2026
Vegas Golden Knights8-4-1, 17 pts- 2:30 PMCT
- 1:30 PMMT
- 12:30 PMPT
Buffalo Sabres4-4-3, 11 ptsThe Vegas Golden Knights visit the Buffalo Sabres on Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026. Puck drop is 3:30 PM ET on MSGB. The Golden Knights arrive at 8-4-1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Nov 8 | MSGB | Scheduled |
Golden Knights vs Sabres Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Sabres play at KeyBank Center in Buffalo.
| Matchup | Vegas Golden Knights at Buffalo Sabres |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 3:30 PM ET |
| Status | Scheduled |
| TV | MSGB |
| Venue | KeyBank Center, Buffalo |
| Home team | Buffalo Sabres (Buffalo, United States) |
| Away team | Vegas Golden Knights |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
What Time Does Golden Knights vs Sabres Start?
The Golden Knights vs Sabres start time is 3:30 PM ET on Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026. That is 2:30 PM Central, 1:30 PM Mountain and 12:30 PM Pacific.
| Time zone | Start | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern (ET) | 3:30 PM | Buffalo |
| Central (CT) | 2:30 PM | |
| Mountain (MT) | 1:30 PM | |
| Pacific (PT) | 12:30 PM | Vegas |
| Atlantic (AT) | 4:30 PM | |
| Newfoundland (NT) | 5:00 PM | |
| Your time |
How to Watch Golden Knights vs Sabres
Vegas Golden Knights at Buffalo Sabres is on MSGB, with puck drop at 3:30 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 Vegas markets.
Golden Knights vs Sabres in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Golden Knights 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Nov 8 | MSGB | Scheduled | ||
| Thu, Jan 28 | Buffalo SabresBUFVegas Golden KnightsVGK | MSGB | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Golden Knights and Sabres
The Golden Knights are 8-4-1, 2nd in the Pacific Division with 17 points and a last-10 record of 6-3-1. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 8-4-1 | 17 | 5-2-0 | 3-2-1 | 47 | 38 | OT1 | 6-3-1 | OTLLWW | |
| 11 | 4-4-3 | 11 | 3-3-0 | 1-1-3 | 31 | 41 | OT1 | 4-3-3 | OTLOTWOT |
Next Game for the Golden Knights and the Sabres
Vegas Golden Knights
The Golden Knights next play vs Utah Mammoth on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026 at 10:00 PM ET on TNT, truTV.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Nov 11 |  Utah MammothUTAVegas Golden KnightsVGK | TNT, truTV | Scheduled |
Buffalo Sabres
The Sabres next play vs Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET on TNT, truTV.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Nov 11 |  Tampa Bay LightningTBLBuffalo SabresBUF | TNT, truTV | Scheduled |
FAQ About Golden Knights vs Sabres
What time is Golden Knights vs Sabres on Nov. 8?
3:30 PM ET (2:30 PM CT, 1:30 PM MT, 12:30 PM PT). Atlantic, Newfoundland and your own local time are in the start-time table above.
What channel is Golden Knights 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 Golden Knights vs Sabres being played?
At KeyBank Center in Buffalo, home of the Buffalo Sabres. The Vegas Golden Knights are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Golden Knights or the Sabres?
The Golden Knights. They are 8-4-1 with 17 points, against 4-4-3 and 11 points for the Sabres.
How many times do the Golden Knights and Sabres play in 2026-27?
Twice. None has been played yet.
Does Golden Knights 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 Golden Knights vs Sabres end?
A regular-season NHL game runs about 2 hours 30 minutes, so this one should end around 6:00 PM ET. Overtime adds up to five minutes, and a shootout a few more.
Is Golden Knights vs Sabres on national TV?
No. MSGB is a regional broadcast, shown in the Buffalo and Vegas markets. Outside those markets it needs an out-of-market package.
Updated All times Eastern Time (ET)