The Buffalo Sabres visit the Tampa Bay Lightning on Sunday, November 22, 2026. The regular-season matchup is scheduled for 5:00 PM ET at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa. This contest marks the first meeting of the season between the two clubs.
Buffalo holds an 8-6-3 record entering Sunday. The Sabres have recorded three wins and two losses over their last five games. Buffalo posted a 7-6 win at the Anaheim Ducks, a 3-2 victory at the Los Angeles Kings, a 2-1 loss against the Ottawa Senators, a 5-2 win against the Columbus Blue Jackets, and a 4-1 loss against the Vegas Golden Knights.
Tampa Bay brings an 11-4-2 record into the matchup. The Lightning have earned three victories in their past five contests. Their recent stretch includes a 5-4 shootout loss at the Nashville Predators, a 4-2 win against the Detroit Red Wings, a 4-1 win against the Chicago Blackhawks, a 4-3 overtime victory at the Minnesota Wild, and a 4-3 loss at the Winnipeg Jets.
This game is the initial matchup between Buffalo and Tampa Bay for the 2026-2027 season. The Sabres arrive following their home loss to Vegas, while the Lightning host the contest after their one-goal loss in Winnipeg.
