Buffalo Sabres vs Columbus Blue Jackets Final Score, Oct. 1, 2026
Buffalo Sabres4-4-3, 11 pts
Columbus Blue Jackets4-5-0, 8 ptsThe Buffalo Sabres vs Columbus Blue Jackets final score on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026: the Blue Jackets beat the Sabres 6-3. The Blue Jackets led 3-1 after the first, and after the third it was Sabres 3, Blue Jackets 6.
Sabres vs Blue Jackets Score by Period
Goals in each period for both clubs, visitors first. The Total column is the final score.
| Team | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
| 3 | 1 | 2 | 6 |
Sabres vs Blue Jackets Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Blue Jackets play at Nationwide Arena in Columbus.
| Matchup | Buffalo Sabres at Columbus Blue Jackets |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 7:00 PM ET |
| Status | Final |
| TV | MSGB |
| Venue | Nationwide Arena, Columbus |
| Home team | Columbus Blue Jackets (Columbus, United States) |
| Away team | Buffalo Sabres |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
| Final score | Sabres 3, Blue Jackets 6 |
Sabres vs Blue Jackets in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Sabres and the Blue Jackets meet 3 times in 2026-27. 1 game has been played and the Blue Jackets lead the season series 1-0. Every meeting is listed below with its result or start time, and each one opens that game's own page.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1 | 1-3, 2-1, 0-2 | MSGB | Final | |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Columbus Blue JacketsCBJBuffalo SabresBUF | MSGB | Scheduled | |
| Fri, Jan 8 | Buffalo SabresBUFColumbus Blue JacketsCBJ | MSGB | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Sabres and Blue Jackets
The Sabres are 4-4-3, 8th in the Atlantic Division with 11 points and a last-10 record of 4-3-3. The Blue Jackets are 4-5-0, 8th in the Metropolitan with 8 points and 4-5-0 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 | |
| 9 | 4-5-0 | 8 | 4-3-0 | 0-2-0 | 22 | 30 | W1 | 4-5-0 | WLLWL |
Next Game for the Sabres and the Blue Jackets
Buffalo Sabres
The Sabres next play at San Jose Sharks on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026 at 10:30 PM ET on ESPN.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | Buffalo SabresBUF San Jose SharksSJS | ESPN | Scheduled |
Columbus Blue Jackets
The Blue Jackets next play at Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET on NBC Sports Phil.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | Columbus Blue JacketsCBJ Philadelphia FlyersPHI | NBC Sports Phil | Scheduled |
FAQ About Sabres vs Blue Jackets
Who won Sabres vs Blue Jackets on Oct. 1, 2026?
The Blue Jackets beat the Sabres 6-3. Final score: Buffalo Sabres 3, Columbus Blue Jackets 6.
What was the Sabres vs Blue Jackets score by period?
The Blue Jackets led 3-1 after the first, and after the third it was Sabres 3, Blue Jackets 6.
Did Sabres vs Blue Jackets go to overtime?
No. The game was decided in regulation.
Where is Sabres vs Blue Jackets being played?
At Nationwide Arena in Columbus, home of the Columbus Blue Jackets. The Buffalo Sabres are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Sabres or the Blue Jackets?
The Sabres. They are 4-4-3 with 11 points, against 4-5-0 and 8 points for the Blue Jackets.
How many times do the Sabres and Blue Jackets play in 2026-27?
3 times. 1 game has been played and the Blue Jackets lead the season series 1-0.
Does Sabres vs Blue Jackets 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.
When do the Sabres and Blue Jackets play again?
On Friday, Nov. 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET, Columbus Blue Jackets at KeyBank Center in Buffalo.
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