The Buffalo Sabres (3-4) are set to face off against the New Jersey Devils (3-2-1) at Prudential Center on Friday at 7:00 PM ET. With both teams looking to improve their early season records, this Eastern Conference matchup promises to be an exciting contest.
We have your Sabres vs. Devils player props, predictions, and game preview needs covered below.
Sabres vs. Devils Player Props
Here are the players who have hit over their current prop line in at least 7 of their last 10 games.
Buffalo Sabres
| Player Name | Prop | Line | Over Rate | Over Odds | Under Odds | Last 10 Average | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rasmus Dahlin | Assists | 0.5 | 7/10 | -115 | -115 | 0.8 | 0.82 |
| Rasmus Dahlin | Points | 0.5 | 7/10 | -145 | +114 | 0.8 | 0.82 |
| Jeff Skinner | Shots On Goal | 2.5 | 7/10 | -160 | +124 | 3.4 | 3.25 |
| Jeff Skinner | Points | 0.5 | 7/10 | -130 | +100 | 1.3 | 1.20 |
New Jersey Devils
| Player Name | Prop | Line | Over Rate | Over Odds | Under Odds | Last 10 Average | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Hughes | Assists | 0.5 | 7/10 | -200 | +154 | 1.6 | 1.72 |
| Jack Hughes | Shots On Goal | 3.5 | 7/10 | -166 | +130 | 3.9 | 3.88 |
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Sabres vs. Devils Odds
Moneyline: Buffalo Sabres +170 (Bet365) / New Jersey Devils -180 (PointsBet)
Puck Line: -1.5 – Buffalo Sabres -142 (FanDuel) / New Jersey Devils +130 (DraftKings)
Total: 6.5 – +134 (FanDuel) / -160 (PointsBet)
Game Info
Date: Friday, Oct. 27
Time: 07:00 PM
Location: Prudential Center – Newark, NJ
TV: ESPN+
Buffalo Sabres Betting Trends
- On the road this season, the Buffalo Sabres have 1 win and 1 loss.
- As the underdog this season, the Buffalo Sabres have 1 win and 3 losses.
- This season, the Buffalo Sabres have hit 2 overs and 5 unders.
New Jersey Devils Betting Trends
- At home this season, the New Jersey Devils have 1 win and 3 losses.
- As the favorite this season, the New Jersey Devils have 3 wins and 3 losses.
- This season, the New Jersey Devils have hit 6 overs and 0 unders.
Sabres vs. Devils Game Preview
The Sabres, currently 15th in the Eastern Conference, are coming off a 6-4 victory against the Senators. Despite being outshot 38-24, the Sabres managed to secure the win thanks to the goaltending heroics of Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen and a strong second-period offensive surge. Their high-octane offense, led by left winger Jeff Skinner with 5 goals, has been a highlight of their season so far. However, their defense has struggled, which could be a point of concern against the Devils.
On the other side, the Devils, sitting at 11th in the Eastern Conference, are coming off a high-scoring contest against the Capitals, which they lost 6-4. Despite the loss, the Devils have shown promise this season, particularly with their star player Jack Hughes leading the NHL with 17 points in just 6 games. However, their defense has been a point of concern, having been outscored 8-2 in the first period through their six games this season.
The key player matchup to watch in this game will be between the Sabres’ Jeff Skinner and the Devils’ Jack Hughes. Both players have been instrumental in their teams’ offensive production this season and their performance could be a deciding factor in this game. With the Devils favored to win, the Sabres will need to step up their defensive game to secure a victory.
Sabres vs. Devils Predictions
Given the recent performance and trends, the New Jersey Devils seem to be the right pick for this game. Despite their recent loss to the Capitals, the Devils have shown a strong offensive game this season, led by their star player Jack Hughes. Hughes, who leads the NHL with 17 points in just 6 games, has been instrumental in the Devils’ success and is expected to continue his high-scoring streak against the Sabres. Furthermore, the Devils have historically performed well against the Sabres, winning two out of their last three encounters. The home advantage could also play a crucial role in this game, as the home team has won two out of the three previous games between these two teams.
On the other hand, the Sabres, despite their recent victory against the Senators, have shown some defensive weaknesses that could be exploited by the Devils. Their defense has struggled in the early stages of their games, which could provide an opportunity for the Devils to take an early lead. Additionally, the Sabres’ goaltending, despite the heroics of Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen in their last game, could be tested by the Devils’ high-scoring offense. Therefore, considering the odds and recent trends, a moneyline bet on the New Jersey Devils seems to be the right pick for this game.
The Pick: Buffalo Sabres +170 (Bet365)