Buffalo Sabres vs Colorado Avalanche, Jan. 30, 2027
Buffalo Sabres4-4-3, 11 pts- 4:00 PMCT
- 3:00 PMMT
- 2:00 PMPT
Colorado Avalanche6-5-1, 13 ptsThe Buffalo Sabres visit the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday, Jan. 30, 2027. Puck drop is 5:00 PM ET on MSGB. The Sabres arrive at 4-4-3 and the Avalanche at 6-5-1. It is the first meeting of the two clubs in 2026-27.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Jan 30 | MSGB | Scheduled |
Sabres vs Avalanche Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Avalanche play at Ball Arena in Colorado.
| Matchup | Buffalo Sabres at Colorado Avalanche |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, Jan. 30, 2027 |
| Puck drop | 5:00 PM ET |
| Status | Scheduled |
| TV | MSGB |
| Venue | Ball Arena, Colorado |
| Home team | Colorado Avalanche (Colorado, United States) |
| Away team | Buffalo Sabres |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
What Time Does Sabres vs Avalanche Start?
The Sabres vs Avalanche start time is 5:00 PM ET on Saturday, Jan. 30, 2027. That is 4:00 PM Central, 3:00 PM Mountain and 2:00 PM Pacific.
| Time zone | Start | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern (ET) | 5:00 PM | Buffalo |
| Central (CT) | 4:00 PM | |
| Mountain (MT) | 3:00 PM | Colorado |
| Pacific (PT) | 2:00 PM | |
| Atlantic (AT) | 6:00 PM | |
| Newfoundland (NT) | 6:30 PM | |
| Your time |
How to Watch Sabres vs Avalanche
Buffalo Sabres at Colorado Avalanche is on MSGB, with puck drop at 5:00 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 Colorado and Buffalo markets.
Sabres vs Avalanche in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Sabres and the Avalanche 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 | Colorado AvalancheCOLBuffalo SabresBUF | MSGB | Scheduled | |
| Sat, Jan 30 | MSGB | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Sabres and Avalanche
The Sabres are 4-4-3, 8th in the Atlantic Division with 11 points and a last-10 record of 4-3-3. The Avalanche are 6-5-1, 4th in the Central with 13 points and 4-5-1 in their last 10.
| Team | GP | Record | PTS | Home | Away | GF | GA | Streak | Last 10 | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 4-4-3 | 11 | 3-3-0 | 1-1-3 | 31 | 41 | OT1 | 4-3-3 | OTLOTWOT | |
| 12 | 6-5-1 | 13 | 4-1-1 | 2-4-0 | 49 | 40 | L1 | 4-5-1 | LWLLW |
Next Game for the Sabres and the Avalanche
Buffalo Sabres
The Sabres next play vs New York Islanders on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET on MSGB, MSGSN.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Feb 3 |  New York IslandersNYIBuffalo SabresBUF | MSGB, MSGSN | Scheduled |
Colorado Avalanche
The Avalanche next play at Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET on ESPN+, Disney+, Hulu.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Feb 9 | Colorado AvalancheCOL Carolina HurricanesCAR | ESPN+, Disney+, Hulu | Scheduled |
FAQ About Sabres vs Avalanche
What time is Sabres vs Avalanche on Jan. 30?
5:00 PM ET (4:00 PM CT, 3:00 PM MT, 2:00 PM PT). Atlantic, Newfoundland and your own local time are in the start-time table above.
What channel is Sabres vs Avalanche on?
The game is on MSGB. National games also stream on ESPN+ in the United States; in Canada the Sportsnet windows apply.
Where is Sabres vs Avalanche being played?
At Ball Arena in Colorado, home of the Colorado Avalanche. The Buffalo Sabres are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Sabres or the Avalanche?
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 Sabres and Avalanche play in 2026-27?
Twice. None has been played yet.
Does Sabres vs Avalanche 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 Sabres vs Avalanche end?
A regular-season NHL game runs about 2 hours 30 minutes, so this one should end around 7:30 PM ET. Overtime adds up to five minutes, and a shootout a few more.
Is Sabres vs Avalanche on national TV?
No. MSGB is a regional broadcast, shown in the Colorado and Buffalo markets. Outside those markets it needs an out-of-market package.
Updated All times Eastern Time (ET)