Buffalo Sabres vs Chicago Blackhawks Head-to-Head

Sabres built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 58 of 99 decided meetings (59%) (plus 13 ties). In the shootout era they are 13-17 against each other (43% Sabres). 13 historical ties live in the all-time ledger, all predating the 2005 shootout rule. Postseason history is deep: 9 playoff games between the two franchises. Sabres have won 6 straight in this matchup, the longest active run in the series. Games average a 2.3-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Sabres' 6-goal win. The 1970s produced the deepest sample with 51 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1970, so the rivalry has spanned 56 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Sabres won 5-1 on Apr 13, 2026. Through the 2020s Sabres have led 9-1 between the teams.