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The Buffalo Sabres will open their six-game 2025-26 NHL preseason schedule on the road when they visit the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena on Monday at 7:00 PM ET.
Jason Zucker #17 of the Buffalo Sabres celebrates as Alex Tuch #89 scores in the second period against Elvis Merzlikins #90 of the Columbus Blue Jackets on February 4, 2025 at KeyBank Center in Buffalo,…
Jason Zucker #17 of the Buffalo Sabres celebrates as Alex Tuch #89 scores in the second period against Elvis Merzlikins #90 of the Columbus Blue Jackets on February 4, 2025 at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York.
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How to Watch Blue Jackets vs SabresDate: Monday, September 22, 2025Time: 7:00 PM ETChannel: MSG (Buffalo) FanDuel Sports Network Ohio (Columbus)Stream: Fubo (TRY FOR FREE)
Head coach Lindy Ruff enters his second season back with the Sabres, the veteran coach has emphasized a more physical, defensively responsible identity, and Monday will be an early chance to see how that message is taking hold.
The Sabres’ lineup features several intriguing newcomers, including defenseman Michael Kesselring and forward Josh Doan, along with depth addition Justin Danforth. Fans will also get a first look at Radim Mrtka, the club’s ninth overall pick in the 2025 draft, who is expected to log minutes on the back end.
In goal, Buffalo will split duties between Alexandar Georgiev, slated to handle the first two periods, and Devon Levi, who will close the game.
Columbus enters the matchup with a bit of preseason momentum after skating to a 4–1 win over St. Louis in their preseason opener. The Blue Jackets are expected to dress a mix of veterans and rising stars, highlighted by forwards Adam Fantilli, Kent Johnson, and Kirill Marchenko.
On defense, regulars like Ivan Provorov and Damon Severson should see ice time, while the crease will be shared between Elvis Merzlikins and Jet Greaves as the team continues to sort out its goaltending rotation.
This will be a great night of NHL hockey, tune in and catch all the action on Fubo.
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