Blackhawks blow lead in home opener loss to Sabres
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 9:23 PM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
The Chicago Blackhawks suffered a 4-3 loss to the Buffalo Sabres in their home opener on October 4, 2026. After taking an early 2-0 lead, the Blackhawks allowed the Sabres to quickly equalize and later take control with key goals in the third period. Ryan Donato and Tyler Bertuzzi scored for Chicago, but defensive lapses proved costly. The defeat extends the Blackhawks' winless start to the season at 0-3. They will look to rebound in their upcoming game against the St. Louis Blues on October 6.
- •Chicago led 2-0 before Buffalo tied the game.
- •Ryan Donato and Tyler Bertuzzi scored for the Blackhawks.
- •Jiri Kulich netted the game-winner for Buffalo.
- •Blackhawks drop to 0-3 this season after consecutive road losses.
- •Next game is against the St. Louis Blues on October 6.
- 9:23 PMYahoo Sports — Blackhawks Collapse In Buffalo Home Opener Loss
"The Chicago Blackhawks blew a two-goal lead against the Buffalo Sabres, falling 4-3 in a frustrating home opener that highlights major defensive gaps.
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