What channel is the Buffalo Sabres game on tonight?
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No Sabres game tonight. Next game: Buffalo Sabres at the Washington Capitals, Sat, Oct 24 at 7:00 PM ET.
📺 ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); MSGB (local)
Channels for the next Sabres game
Buffalo Sabres at Washington Capitals · Capital One Arena, Washington, DC
- ESPN+ (ESPN app) National · Streaming
- MSGB Sabres local · Regional TV
MSGB: A regional sports network or local channel. Available on cable/satellite in the team's region; DIRECTV Stream and Fubo carry many regional networks (check your ZIP code).
How to stream the Sabres legally
- ESPN (ESPN+ / ESPN Unlimited) ESPN's streaming plans; ESPN+ carries many NHL and college games.
- DIRECTV Stream Live TV streaming that carries most regional sports networks (check your ZIP code).
- Fubo Live TV streaming with broadcast networks, ESPN, NFL Network and many regional sports networks.
- NHL Center Ice Out-of-market NHL games through your TV provider (blackouts apply).
Channel lineups and regional networks vary by ZIP code. Check availability before you sign up. We never link to unlicensed streams.
In-market vs. out-of-market Sabres games
If you live in the Buffalo area: Most games air inside the team's home territory on its regional network or a local broadcast station (some teams have moved to free over-the-air partners or their own app). National games air on ESPN/ABC or TNT/truTV, streaming on ESPN+ / HBO Max.
Local Sabres broadcasters in recent listings: MSGB (Regional TV).
If you live elsewhere: In the US, out-of-market games stream on ESPN+, which is why almost every game lists ESPN+. Local games are blacked out on ESPN+ inside the teams' home markets; NHL Center Ice is the cable/satellite option.
Upcoming Sabres games and channels
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV / stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 24 | at the Washington Capitals | 7:00 PM ET | ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); MSGB (local) |
| Tue, Oct 27 | at the San Jose Sharks | 10:30 PM ET | ESPN (national) |
| Thu, Oct 29 | at the Anaheim Ducks | 10:00 PM ET | Disney+, ESPN+ (ESPN app) and Hulu (national) |
| Sat, Oct 31 | at the Los Angeles Kings | 4:00 PM ET | ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); MSGB (local) |
| Wed, Nov 4 | vs. the Ottawa Senators | 7:30 PM ET | ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); MSGB (local) |
Sabres TV FAQ
What channel is the Sabres game on tonight?
The Buffalo Sabres don't play tonight. Their next game is Sat, Oct 24 at 7:00 PM ET at the Washington Capitals, on ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); MSGB (local).
How can I watch the Sabres game without cable?
Legal streaming options for the next game: ESPN (ESPN+ / ESPN Unlimited), DIRECTV Stream, Fubo, NHL Center Ice. Channel lineups vary by ZIP code, so check that the service carries the channel in your area.
What is the Sabres local TV channel?
Recent Sabres schedule listings show these local broadcasters: MSGB. Local broadcasts are only available in the team's home territory.
Can I watch the Sabres if I live out of market?
In the US, out-of-market games stream on ESPN+, which is why almost every game lists ESPN+. Local games are blacked out on ESPN+ inside the teams' home markets; NHL Center Ice is the cable/satellite option.