NHL Betting Preview: Blackhawks vs Sabres
The Chicago Blackhawks go up against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center, with face-off scheduled for 16:00 on Friday, November 21.
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It’s definitely worth considering an Under 6.5 goals bet, especially at betting odds of -132. The Blackhawks and the Sabres could struggle to find the net enough times.
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7 Wins for Sabres in Past 10 H2H Games
Chicago Blackhawks have enjoyed three consecutive road victories. They lost 3-2 in their previous game at home to Seattle Kraken at United Center. Tyler Bertuzzi and Teuvo Teraevaeinen scored one goal each.
Buffalo Sabres lost their last game, being beaten at home to Calgary Flames 6-2 at KeyBank Center. Mattias Samuelsson and Tage Thompson scored one goal apiece.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The Sabres triumphed 6-2 when they last played the Hawks. This head-to-head was played at KeyBank Center. The Sabres have racked up four straight victories over the Hawks. On the head-to-head front, they have won 7 of the past 10.
Starting Goalies
Arvid Soderblom (Confirmed)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
24/25
3-3-1
3.5
.881
0
23/24
5-22-1
3.92
.879
0
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (Confirmed)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
24/25
2-2-1
3
.881
0
23/24
27-22-4
2.57
.910
5
Chicago Blackhawks – Last 10 Games
5 wins, 3 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 3.3 goals from 25.7 shots on goal, with a 22.9% powerplay efficiency. The Hawks have given up 2.6 goals from 32.8 shots, averaging 3.8 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 84.2%.
Connor Bedard is the top points scorer with 17 points, 7 goals and 10 assists, with Tyler Bertuzzi racking up 11 points, 8 goals and 3 assists, in the past 10 games. Goalie Spencer Knight have a 2.83 goal against average with a .916 save percentage, including one shutout.
Buffalo Sabres – Last 10 Games
The Sabres have 3 wins, 5 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 2.7 goals from 25.7 shots on goal, with a 7.9% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 4.0 goals from 31.0 shots, averaging 3.4 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 91.2%.
The top points scorer is Tage Thompson with 10 points, 6 goals and 4 assists, while Alex Tuch is next best after having 7 points, 4 goals and 3 assists. Goalie Colten Ellis have a 3.77 GAA with a .886 SV%.
Chicago Blackhawks vs Buffalo Sabres Prediction & Picks
Our Chicago Blackhawks vs Buffalo Sabres betting guide delivers expert insight, including a main match pick, scoreline advice, standout player props and bet builder recommendations. Dive into each section below for more.
Game Prediction
We’re not anticipating the net to be found frequently and that directs us to an Unders pick on the total goals line. Let’s grab the -132 that this outcome happens in the NHL game.
We only make our hockey predictions after confirming the latest team news. Studying recent form and digging into the most relevant NHL stats also helps us build a complete picture.
Key Blackhawks vs Sabres stats:
The 6.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Blackhawks games on the road.The 6.5 line hasn’t been covered in 13 of the last 20 Blackhawks games.The 6.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 Blackhawks games on the road.The 6.5 line hasn’t been covered in 3 of the last 5 Sabres games at home.The 6.5 line hasn’t been covered in 11 of the last 20 Sabres games at home.Under 6.5 Probability
According to the best NHL betting sites, our pick has a 56.8% chance of winning. However, our research has found that the actual probability is between 60-65%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.
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Player Prop Picks
Jack Quinn (Sabres) has recorded Over 1.5 shots on goal in 4 straight home games. We recommend backing the -200 that he is able to cover the line, with this Shots on Goal wager hopefully providing a return.
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Chicago Blackhawks vs Buffalo Sabres Odds
The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
Sabres Could Have the Edge Say the Books
Buffalo Sabres are regarded as having a 65% chance of winning this game according to the latest betting odds. The sportsbooks have priced them up at -185. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Chicago Blackhawks are trading at +152.
The puck line is 1.5, with the total goals line at 6.5. Hockey fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Totals wager. If you’re keen on Over 6.5, this selection is available at +106.
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Tage Thompson is the First Goalscorer Favorite
Tage Thompson is favorite to be First Goalscorer at +850. If you want to back him to score the last goal, you can get similar odds.
Player Goals
Tage Thompson (Sabres)
Connor Bedard (Blackhawks)
Alex Tuch (Sabres)
Tyler Bertuzzi (Blackhawks)
Player Assists
Rasmus Dahlin (Sabres)
Connor Bedard (Blackhawks)
Tage Thompson (Sabres)
Teuvo Teravainen (Blackhawks)
Player Shots
Tage Thompson (Sabres)
Connor Bedard (Blackhawks)
Alex Tuch (Sabres)
Josh Doan (Sabres)
Micro Betting
Among the various options for wagering on the NHL, you will find that micro betting is provided. It focuses on short-term in-game outcomes such as whether a goal will be scored within the next 10 minutes.
Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Chicago Blackhawks Stats
Buffalo Sabres Stats
5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games
+1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 8 of the last 10 games
+1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 8 of the last 10 games on the road
-1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 1 of the last 10 games
-1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 5.90 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.30 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 6.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.30 goals and allowed 2.60 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.60 pts and allowed 2.70 goals in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 6.80 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.30 goals in the previous 10 home games
Over 6.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.80 goals and allowed 4.00 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.50 goals and allowed 2.80 goals in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.8
Shots: 25.7
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 3.8
Empty Net Goals: 0.3
Penalty Minutes: 12.5
Blocks: 12
Faceoff Wins : 24.8
Hits: 15.1
Giveaways: 18.2
Takeaways: 4.8
Last 10 Games on the Road
Goals Powerplay: 0.8
Shots: 25.5
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 3.7
Empty Net Goals: 0.2
Penalty Minutes: 8.6
Blocks: 13.1
Faceoff Wins : 25.7
Hits: 15.3
Giveaways: 17.5
Takeaways: 5.3
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.3
Shots: 25.7
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 3.4
Empty Net Goals: 0.1
Penalty Minutes: 9.6
Blocks: 12.9
Faceoff Wins : 26.8
Hits: 18.9
Giveaways: 17.6
Takeaways: 5
Last 10 Home Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.7
Shots: 28.5
Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
Penalties: 4.1
Empty Net Goals: 0.2
Penalty Minutes: 9.9
Blocks: 14.3
Faceoff Wins : 26.6
Hits: 18
Giveaways: 13.4
Takeaways: 3.8