Seattle Kraken vs. Buffalo Sabres Player Props, Picks and Predictions – Tuesday, Jan. 09

We have your Seattle Kraken vs. Buffalo Sabres prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Seattle Kraken hit the road to face the Buffalo Sabres.

The Seattle Kraken (16-14-9) are set to clash with the Buffalo Sabres (17-19-4) in an intriguing NHL matchup. With both teams looking to climb their respective conference standings, this game could be a critical point in their seasons. The Kraken are hoping to extend their 6-game winning streak, while the Sabres aim to build on their recent 2-game winning run.

Seattle Kraken vs. Buffalo Sabres Odds Info

Moneyline: Seattle Kraken -108 (BetRivers) / Buffalo Sabres -110 (BetRivers)

Puck Line: -1.5 – Seattle Kraken -275 (BetRivers) / Buffalo Sabres +215 (BetRivers)

Total: 6.0 – +102 (DraftKings) / -122 (DraftKings)

Game Info

Date: Tuesday, Jan. 09

Time: 07:00 PM

Location: KeyBank Center – Buffalo, NY

TV: ESPN+

Seattle Kraken Betting Trends

• This season, the Seattle Kraken have hit 17 overs and 22 unders.
• On the road this season, the Seattle Kraken have hit 9 overs and 10 unders.
• As the underdog this season, the Seattle Kraken have hit 9 overs and 18 unders.

Buffalo Sabres Betting Trends

• This season, the Buffalo Sabres have hit 17 overs and 23 unders.
• At home this season, the Buffalo Sabres have hit 6 overs and 12 unders.
• As the favorite this season, the Buffalo Sabres have hit 4 overs and 9 unders.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

Over the last three seasons, the Seattle Kraken and the Buffalo Sabres have faced off four times, with the Kraken emerging victorious in all encounters. These matchups occurred between the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 seasons. In terms of betting statistics, Seattle has consistently outperformed expectations, covering the spread in each of the four games. The over/under betting results have favored high-scoring games, with the total score surpassing the predicted over/under line three times and falling below just once. The home and away dynamics have been evenly split, with both the Kraken and the Sabres securing two wins each on their home ice. The Kraken’s offensive performance has been notable, with a particularly dominant showing in the November 29, 2021, game where they scored seven goals. The Sabres have struggled to contain Seattle’s attack, conceding an average of 4.25 goals per game across the four meetings. The Kraken’s goaltending has also been more effective, with a higher save percentage in each game compared to the Sabres’ netminders.

The most recent game between the two teams took place on January 10, 2023, where the Seattle Kraken edged out the Buffalo Sabres with a 4-3 victory. The Kraken, who were slight underdogs with a closing moneyline of -106, managed to overcome the odds and secure the win. The game was tightly contested, with the score tied at the end of both the first and second periods. Seattle’s ability to score two goals in the third period was crucial to their success. The final score spread was 1, indicating a close game, but Seattle still managed to cover the spread as the visiting team. The total score of 7 meant that the game went over the predicted line of 6.5, continuing the trend of high-scoring games between these teams. The Kraken’s goaltender, Philipp Grubauer, had a save percentage of 0.914, facing 35 shots and making 32 saves, while the Sabres’ Eric Comrie saved 18 out of 22 shots for a save percentage of 0.818.

Seattle Kraken vs. Buffalo Sabres Predictions

The Seattle Kraken head into the game against the Buffalo Sabres with a wave of momentum, boasting a six-game winning streak that has seen them rise to 10th in the Western Conference. The Kraken’s recent form can be attributed to the stellar play of left winger Jared McCann, who leads the team with 14 goals, and defenseman Vince Dunn, who tops the charts with 26 assists and 33 points. Seattle’s offense has been a mixed bag this season, but their recent performances suggest they’re finding their rhythm at the right time.

On the other side, the Buffalo Sabres, currently 14th in the Eastern Conference, are looking to capitalize on their recent successes, including a 2-game winning streak. The Sabres’ offense is spearheaded by Jeff Skinner, who has netted 16 goals, while center Casey Mittelstadt has been a key playmaker with 22 assists and 33 points. Despite their sub-.500 record, the Sabres have shown they can be competitive, especially on home ice at the KeyBank Center.

This matchup will likely hinge on the performance of the goaltenders and the ability of each team’s defense to contain the opposition’s offensive threats. The Kraken’s recent road record of 7-6-6 suggests they’re comfortable playing away, while the Sabres’ home record of 8-9-1 indicates they’ll be looking to improve their standing in front of their own fans. With both teams eager to secure a win, this game promises to be a closely contested battle with potential playoff implications down the line.

Seattle Kraken vs. Buffalo Sabres Pick

The Seattle Kraken and Buffalo Sabres have demonstrated a propensity for high-scoring games in their recent encounters, with three of their last four matchups going over the predicted total line. This trend, combined with the offensive firepower on display from both teams’ top scorers Jared McCann for the Kraken and Jeff Skinner for the Sabres suggests that the upcoming game has the potential to be another high-scoring affair. The Kraken’s recent form, which includes a six-game winning streak, indicates that their offense is clicking, while the Sabres’ ability to score goals at home adds to the likelihood of an over result. Given these factors, the over on a total line of 6.0 seems like a promising bet for this matchup.

While the historic head-to-head data shows a mix of outcomes, the most recent game between these two teams resulted in a total score of 7, surpassing the over/under line. Additionally, both teams have had a tendency to hit the over in their respective roles this season, with the Kraken doing so as underdogs and the Sabres as favorites. Although the Kraken have hit more unders on the road and the Sabres have hit more unders at home, the current form and offensive capabilities of both teams suggest that this game could follow the pattern of their most recent encounter and go over the total line.

The Pick: Over 6.0 -122 (DraftKings)

Seattle Kraken vs. Buffalo Sabres Player Prop Picks

Here are the players who have hit over their current prop line in at least 7 of their last 10 games.

Seattle Kraken

Buffalo Sabres