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Buffalo Sabres host Chicago Blackhawks in home opener Saturday night

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Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Buffalo Sabres host Chicago Blackhawks in home opener Saturday night

Summary

The Buffalo Sabres are set to host the Chicago Blackhawks at KeyBank Center for their home opener on Saturday, October 3, 2026. Both teams are looking for their first win of the season after the Sabres fell 6-3 to the Columbus Blue Jackets in their season debut, while the Blackhawks are 0-2-0. Buffalo plans to commemorate their Atlantic Division Champions title from last season by raising a banner prior to the game. The contest will mark the start of a five-game homestand for Buffalo. Chicago is concluding its season-opening road trip in search of a turnaround before returning home.

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Status Watch

•Buffalo Sabres celebrate Atlantic Division Champions banner before the game.
•Sabres lost their season opener 6-3 to Columbus.
•Blackhawks currently hold an 0-2-0 record.
•Saturday marks the start of Buffalo’s five-game homestand.
•Local broadcasts available on MSG Network and CHSN.

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The Buffalo Sabres return to KeyBank Center Saturday night for their 2026-27 home opener against the Chicago Blackhawks, with both teams seeking their first win of the young NHL season. Buffalo will celebrate last season’s breakthrough before the puck drops,…
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