The Columbus Blue Jackets (39-27-12) face the Buffalo Sabres (48-23-8) on Thursday, April 09, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET on SN. Our model gives Buffalo Sabres a 71% chance to win.
Quick Facts
| Matchup | Columbus Blue Jackets at Buffalo Sabres |
| Date | Thursday, April 09, 2026 |
| Time | 7:00 PM ET |
| Venue | KeyBank Center |
| National TV (US) | N/A |
| National TV (CA) | SN |
| Local (BUF) | MSG-B |
| Local (CBJ) | FDSNOH |
| Streaming | Sportsnet NOW |
| Moneyline | CBJ +103 / BUF -123 |
| Favorite | Buffalo Sabres |
Where to Watch CBJ vs BUF
The Columbus Blue Jackets visit the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday, April 09, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET. The game will air on SN and can be streamed on Sportsnet NOW.
Matchup Analysis
The Columbus Blue Jackets enter the game with a 39-27-12 record (90 points), sitting MET 4 in the standings (WC3). Our model gives them a 29% chance of winning.
The Buffalo Sabres are 48-23-8 (104 points), positioned ATL 1. With home ice advantage, they have a 71% win probability.
Head-to-Head
Season Series
Tied 2-2L 0-4 vs BUF (Sep 22)L 1-2 @ BUF (Sep 23)W 4-3 @ BUF (Oct 28)W 5-1 vs BUF (Jan 03)
Recent Form
Columbus Blue Jackets — Last 5 Games
1-4 · Streak: W1W 4-3 @ Detroit Red WingsApr 07
L 1-2 vs Winnipeg JetsApr 04
L 1-5 @ Carolina HurricanesApr 02
L 2-5 vs Carolina HurricanesMar 31
L 3-4 vs Boston BruinsMar 29
Buffalo Sabres — Last 5 Games
3-2 · Streak: W2W 5-3 @ New York RangersApr 08
W 4-2 vs Tampa Bay LightningApr 06
L 2-6 @ Washington CapitalsApr 04
L 1-4 @ Ottawa SenatorsApr 02
W 4-3 vs New York IslandersMar 31
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