Winnipeg Jets vs Buffalo Sabres, Jan. 4, 2027
Winnipeg Jets4-4-3, 11 pts- 6:30 PMCT
- 5:30 PMMT
- 4:30 PMPT
Buffalo Sabres4-4-3, 11 ptsThe Winnipeg Jets visit the Buffalo Sabres on Monday, Jan. 4, 2027. Puck drop is 7:30 PM ET on MSGB. The Jets arrive at 4-4-3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Jan 4 | MSGB | Scheduled |
Jets vs Sabres Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Sabres play at KeyBank Center in Buffalo.
| Matchup | Winnipeg Jets at Buffalo Sabres |
|---|---|
| Date | Monday, Jan. 4, 2027 |
| Puck drop | 7:30 PM ET |
| Status | Scheduled |
| TV | MSGB |
| Venue | KeyBank Center, Buffalo |
| Home team | Buffalo Sabres (Buffalo, United States) |
| Away team | Winnipeg Jets |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
What Time Does Jets vs Sabres Start?
The Jets vs Sabres start time is 7:30 PM ET on Monday, Jan. 4, 2027. That is 6:30 PM Central, 5:30 PM Mountain and 4:30 PM Pacific.
| Time zone | Start | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern (ET) | 7:30 PM | Buffalo |
| Central (CT) | 6:30 PM | Winnipeg |
| Mountain (MT) | 5:30 PM | |
| Pacific (PT) | 4:30 PM | |
| Atlantic (AT) | 8:30 PM | |
| Newfoundland (NT) | 9:00 PM | |
| Your time |
How to Watch Jets vs Sabres
Winnipeg Jets at Buffalo Sabres is on MSGB, with puck drop at 7:30 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 Winnipeg markets. In Canada, Sportsnet holds the national rights, Prime Video streams Wednesday nights, and TVA Sports carries French-language games.
Jets vs Sabres in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Jets 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Jan 4 | MSGB | Scheduled | ||
| Sun, Jan 24 | Buffalo SabresBUFWinnipeg JetsWPG | MSGB | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Jets and Sabres
The Jets are 4-4-3, 7th in the Central Division with 11 points and a last-10 record of 4-4-2. 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 | 4-4-3 | 11 | 2-3-1 | 2-1-2 | 27 | 31 | L1 | 4-4-2 | LOTLLOT | |
| 11 | 4-4-3 | 11 | 3-3-0 | 1-1-3 | 31 | 41 | OT1 | 4-3-3 | OTLOTWOT |
Next Game for the Jets and the Sabres
Winnipeg Jets
The Jets next play vs Nashville Predators on Thursday, Jan. 7, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET on Scripps Sports.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Jan 7 |  Nashville PredatorsNSHWinnipeg JetsWPG | Scripps Sports | Scheduled |
Buffalo Sabres
The Sabres next play at Boston Bruins on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2027 at 7:30 PM ET on TNT, truTV.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Jan 5 | Buffalo SabresBUF Boston BruinsBOS | TNT, truTV | Scheduled |
FAQ About Jets vs Sabres
What time is Jets vs Sabres on Jan. 4?
7:30 PM ET (6:30 PM CT, 5:30 PM MT, 4:30 PM PT). Atlantic, Newfoundland and your own local time are in the start-time table above.
What channel is Jets 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 Jets vs Sabres being played?
At KeyBank Center in Buffalo, home of the Buffalo Sabres. The Winnipeg Jets are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Jets or the Sabres?
They are level on 11 points. The Jets are 4-4-3 and the Sabres are 4-4-3.
How many times do the Jets and Sabres play in 2026-27?
Twice. None has been played yet.
Does Jets 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 Jets vs Sabres end?
A regular-season NHL game runs about 2 hours 30 minutes, so this one should end around 10:00 PM ET. Overtime adds up to five minutes, and a shootout a few more.
Is Jets vs Sabres on national TV?
No. MSGB is a regional broadcast, shown in the Buffalo and Winnipeg markets. Outside those markets it needs an out-of-market package.
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