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Blackhawks at Sabres Game Postponed to Thursday

Originally posted on On Tap Sports Net | By Jonnie Nonnie | Last updated Jan 17, 2024 3:01 PM ET

The Chicago Blackhawks at Buffalo Sabres game initially scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 17 at 6:30 PM CT has been postponed due to travel restrictions in Buffalo. The game will now take place on Thursday, Jan. 18 at 6 PM CT. TNT was scheduled to broadcast the matchup, but NBC Sports Chicago and MSG Buffalo will now air the postponed game in their respective markets.

UPDATE: Due to travel restrictions in Buffalo, tonight’s @NHLBlackhawks at @BuffaloSabres game has been postponed to tomorrow (Thurs. at 7pm ET).

Tonight’s @DetroitRedWings at @FlaPanthers game will now be available on @NHL_on_TNT in the U.S.

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— NHL Public Relations (@PR_NHL) January 17, 2024

Erie County executive Mark Poloncarz requested the NHL postpone the game as the area surrounding KeyBank Center is currently under a driving ban. Wednesday's forecast calls for more snow in Buffalo, which would've made travel conditions dangerous.

Buffalo is no stranger to postponements due to winter storms. Over the weekend, the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Buffalo Bills NFL wild-card game at Highmark Stadium was moved from Sunday to Monday.

Now, the Blackhawks will get a day of rest before visiting the Sabres. Chicago played Tuesday, recording a 2-1 shootout win over the San Jose Sharks.

Thursday's game marks the second meeting between the Blackhawks and Sabres this season. Buffalo won the first contest 3-2 on Nov. 19 in Chicago.

This article first appeared on On Tap Sports Net and was syndicated with permission.

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