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Columbus Blue Jackets vs Buffalo Sabres




Buffalo Sabres vs Columbus Blue Jackets: Betting Line, Odds & Head-to-Head Breakdown

NHL · 2027 Season · Odds via Draft Kings

As of now, this game hasn't started yet. It's scheduled for 10/1 - 7:00 PM EDT at Nationwide Arena. Check back once the game is underway for live score updates.

Heading into this NHL matchup, Draft Kings lists the Columbus Blue Jackets as the favorite at CBJ -115, with the Buffalo Sabres sitting as the underdog on the moneyline. The point spread currently sits at -1.5, and the over/under total for the game is set at 5.5, giving an early read on how competitive, and how high-scoring, oddsmakers expect this game to be.

These two teams already know each other well this season. Series starts 10/1, across 3 meetings so far. Head-to-head trends like this are often factored into betting lines and predictive models alike, since some matchups simply play out differently than a team's overall record would suggest.

Season-long standings context for both sides isn't meaningful yet at this point in the schedule, but the early betting line already gives a decent snapshot of how oddsmakers expect this NHL matchup to unfold.

Betting lines, like win probabilities, are a snapshot, not a forecast set in stone, and they can shift right up until the 10/1 - 7:00 PM EDT start time as injury news, weather, and public money move the market. This page will keep reflecting the latest numbers as they update, so it's worth a final check before Buffalo Sabres and Columbus Blue Jackets actually take the field.

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Team Leaders

Buffalo Sabres Logo
Buffalo Sabres
Goals
J. Richard
1
Assists
Z. Metsa
1
Points
J. Richard
1

Recent Form

Columbus Blue Jackets
L
W
L
L
W
Apr 9 @ BUF 5-0
Apr 11 @ MTL 5-2
Apr 12 vs BOS 3-2
Apr 14 vs WSH 2-1
Sep 21 vs DET 1-0 SO
Buffalo Sabres
W
L
W
L
L
May 12 @ MTL 3-2
May 14 vs MTL 6-3
May 17 @ MTL 8-3
May 18 vs MTL 3-2 OT
Sep 21 @ PIT 4-1

Division Standings

2026-27 Atlantic Division Standings
Team W L OTL PTS
Montreal
3 0 0 6
Florida
1 0 0 2
Tampa Bay
1 0 0 2
Boston
1 0 0 2
Ottawa
0 0 1 1
Detroit
0 0 1 1
Toronto
0 1 1 1
2026-27 Metropolitan Division Standings
Team W L OTL PTS
New Jersey
2 0 0 4
Washington
1 0 1 3
Pittsburgh
1 0 0 2
NY Rangers
0 1 0 0
NY Islanders
0 1 0 0
Carolina
0 1 0 0
Philadelphia
0 1 0 0

Injured Players

Columbus Blue Jackets
Player Status Est. Return
Dante Fabbro D
Out 2026-09-24
Riley Bezeau RW
Out 2026-09-26
Adam Fantilli C
Out 2026-10-01
Buffalo Sabres
Player Status Est. Return
Jason Zucker LW
Out 2026-10-15

Frequently Asked Questions

What channel is the Buffalo Sabres vs Columbus Blue Jackets game on?
The NHL matchup between the Buffalo Sabres and Columbus Blue Jackets will be broadcast on MSGB. Check your local listings, as regional blackouts may apply.
What time does the NHL game start?
The Buffalo Sabres take on the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thu, October 1st at 7:00 PM EDT. Start times are shown in your local time zone and may shift slightly for weather or broadcast scheduling.
Where is the game being played?
This NHL game is being played at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, OH. You can find venue details, surface type, and live weather conditions in the matchup info section above.
Who is favored to win, Buffalo Sabres or Columbus Blue Jackets?
A win-probability prediction for this game isn't available yet. It's typically generated closer to game time.
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