Buffalo Sabres vs Philadelphia Flyers Head-to-Head

Flyers built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 86 of 147 decided meetings (59%) (plus 20 ties). In the shootout era they are 46-41 against each other (53% Flyers). 20 historical ties live in the all-time ledger, all predating the 2005 shootout rule. Postseason history is deep: 50 playoff games between the two franchises. Games average a 2.3-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Sabres' 8-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Sabres hold a 11-9 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 1970s produced the deepest sample with 56 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 5-2 on Jan 14, 2026.