Edmonton Oilers vs Buffalo Sabres, Dec. 10, 2026
Edmonton Oilers8-2-1, 17 pts- 6:00 PMCT
- 5:00 PMMT
- 4:00 PMPT
Buffalo Sabres4-4-3, 11 ptsThe Edmonton Oilers visit the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday, Dec. 10, 2026. Puck drop is 7:00 PM ET on MSGB. The Oilers arrive at 8-2-1 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, Dec 10 | MSGB | Scheduled |
Oilers vs Sabres Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Sabres play at KeyBank Center in Buffalo.
| Matchup | Edmonton Oilers at Buffalo Sabres |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday, Dec. 10, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 7:00 PM ET |
| Status | Scheduled |
| TV | MSGB |
| Venue | KeyBank Center, Buffalo |
| Home team | Buffalo Sabres (Buffalo, United States) |
| Away team | Edmonton Oilers |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
What Time Does Oilers vs Sabres Start?
The Oilers vs Sabres start time is 7:00 PM ET on Thursday, Dec. 10, 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 | Edmonton |
| Pacific (PT) | 4:00 PM | |
| Atlantic (AT) | 8:00 PM | |
| Newfoundland (NT) | 8:30 PM | |
| Your time |
How to Watch Oilers vs Sabres
Edmonton Oilers 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 Edmonton markets. In Canada, Sportsnet holds the national rights, Prime Video streams Wednesday nights, and TVA Sports carries French-language games.
Oilers vs Sabres in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Oilers 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Dec 1 | Buffalo SabresBUFEdmonton OilersEDM | MSGB | Scheduled | |
| Thu, Dec 10 | MSGB | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Oilers and Sabres
The Oilers are 8-2-1, 1st in the Pacific Division with 17 points and a last-10 record of 8-2-0. 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 | 8-2-1 | 17 | 3-2-1 | 5-0-0 | 49 | 39 | L1 | 8-2-0 | LWWWL | |
| 11 | 4-4-3 | 11 | 3-3-0 | 1-1-3 | 31 | 41 | OT1 | 4-3-3 | OTLOTWOT |
Next Game for the Oilers and the Sabres
Edmonton Oilers
The Oilers next play at Ottawa Senators on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Dec 12 | Edmonton OilersEDM Ottawa SenatorsOTT | TV channel not announced yet | Scheduled |
Buffalo Sabres
The Sabres next play vs Anaheim Ducks on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET on MSGB.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Dec 12 |  Anaheim DucksANABuffalo SabresBUF | MSGB | Scheduled |
FAQ About Oilers vs Sabres
What time is Oilers vs Sabres on Dec. 10?
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 Oilers 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 Oilers vs Sabres being played?
At KeyBank Center in Buffalo, home of the Buffalo Sabres. The Edmonton Oilers are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Oilers or the Sabres?
The Oilers. They are 8-2-1 with 17 points, against 4-4-3 and 11 points for the Sabres.
How many times do the Oilers and Sabres play in 2026-27?
Twice. None has been played yet.
Does Oilers 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 Oilers 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 Oilers vs Sabres on national TV?
No. MSGB is a regional broadcast, shown in the Buffalo and Edmonton markets. Outside those markets it needs an out-of-market package.
Updated All times Eastern Time (ET)