Columbus Blue Jackets host Buffalo Sabres in season opener tonight
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Last updated Oct 1, 2026
The Columbus Blue Jackets face the Buffalo Sabres on October 1 at 7 p.m. in their 2026-27 season opener. This game marks the debut of new players, including Matthew Knies, who joined from a recent trade with the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Blue Jackets made significant roster changes, sending Kirill Marchenko and Elvis Merzļikins to Toronto and signing Adam Fantilli to a record contract. The game will be broadcast on Blue Jackets Hockey Network, available on Spectrum TV and streaming platforms like Fubo and Amazon Prime Video.
- •Game starts at 7 p.m. on October 1.
- •Matthew Knies makes his debut for the Blue Jackets.
- •Columbus traded Marchenko and Merzļikins to Toronto.
- •Fantilli signed a six-year, $82.5 million contract with Columbus.
- •Broadcast available on Blue Jackets Hockey Network and streaming services.
- 8:36 AMYahoo Sports — Where to watch Columbus Blue Jackets season opener vs. Buffalo Sabres
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