The Buffalo Sabres will host the Detroit Red Wings to start the thrilling NHL game on October 22, 2025, at 7:30 pm ET/4:30 pm PT. The Detroit Red Wings defeated the Edmonton Oilers 4-2, while the Buffalo Sabres lost 2-4 to the Montreal Canadiens.
Buffalo's power play has been strong at 26.3%, ranking sixth in the league, while Detroit is not far behind at 22.2%, ranking 13th. The Red Wings are in fourth place with 92.3% on the penalty kill, while the Sabres are in second place with an outstanding 95.8%.
However, Detroit has a strong 52.4% victory percentage (10th), while Buffalo suffers in the face-off circle with only 42.4% (31st). Buffalo scores 2.50 goals per game (27th), while the Red Wings score 3.33 goals per game (9th), giving them the advantage.
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Buffalo Sabres vs Detroit Red Wings: Date and puck-drop time
The Buffalo Sabres will take on the Detroit Red Wings in an epic NHL game on October 22, 2025, at 7:30 pm ET/4:30 pm PT at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York.
| Date | October 22, 2025 |
| Puck-Drop Time | 7:30 pm ET/4:30 pm PT |
| Venue | KeyBank Center |
| Location | Buffalo, New York |
How to watch Buffalo Sabres vs Detroit Red Wings on TV & stream live online
TV channel: TNT
Streaming service: DirecTV Stream
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Buffalo Sabres vs Detroit Red Wings team news
Buffalo Sabres team news
Jason Zucker has 13 shots on goal and three goals, including two on the power play.
Josh Doan has two goals and three assists for a total of five points.
Alex Lyon has a 2-4-0 record, a 2.55 GAA, a .924 save percentage, and one shutout.
Buffalo Sabres injuries
| Player | Injury | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|
| Jacob Bryson | Upper body injury | Day-to-Day |
| Michael Kesselring | Lower body injury | Out |
Detroit Red Wings team news
Dylan Larkin has led the team with five goals and six assists, totaling 11 points.
Cam Talbot has a 1.78 GAA, a .932 save percentage, and a perfect 3-0-0 record.
John Gibson has a 2-1-0 record, a .873 save percentage, and a 2.99 GAA.
Detroit Red Wings injuries
| Player | Injury | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|
| Patrick Kane | Upper body injury | Day-to-Day |
| Nate Danielson | Undisclosed | Out |
Buffalo Sabres and Detroit Red Wings head-to-head record
The Detroit Red Wings have won four of their last five encounters with the Buffalo Sabres, giving them the advantage in their head-to-head record.
Buffalo only earned one clear victory, a 5-2 victory on September 28, 2025, while Detroit has demonstrated remarkable offensive consistency, scoring five goals or more in three of those games.
The Sabres will be keen to recover and demonstrate that they can match Detroit's momentum in this game, but the Red Wings' previous domination suggests they might continue to set the pace with their well-balanced assault and strong goaltending.
| Date | Results |
|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2025 | Sabres 5-2 Red Wings |
| Sep 26, 2025 | Red Wings 5-2 Sabres |
| Mar 13, 2025 | Red Wings 7-3 Sabres |
| Dec 10, 2024 | Red Wings 6-5 Sabres |
| Nov 03, 2024 | Red Wings 2-1 Sabres |