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Winnipeg Jets vs Buffalo Sabres Betting Preview
The Winnipeg Jets visit the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center in Monday NHL action. Winnipeg snapped a four-game skid with a 5-2 win over Nashville, while Buffalo edged Minnesota in a shootout. Bettors must weigh the Jets’ offensive depth against the Sabres’ resilience at home.
Line Movement and Odds
- Sabres MoneyLine: -114
- Jets MoneyLine: -105
- Total: 6.5 (Over +103, Under -124)
Buffalo opened as slight favorites given their home edge. See full NHL odds for market movement.
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Matchup Breakdown
Winnipeg Jets Outlook
Winnipeg beat Nashville 5-2 behind Nino Niederreiter’s two goals and Cole Perfetti’s tally. Mark Scheifele leads with 31 points, while Kyle Connor adds 29. The Jets rank seventh in power-play goals (17) and continue to generate offense despite injuries. Connor Hellebuyck remains out, but depth has kept them competitive. Neal Pionk is questionable with a lower-body issue.
Buffalo Sabres Outlook
Buffalo topped Minnesota 3-2 in a shootout behind Josh Doan’s fortunate equalizer and Colten Ellis’ 22 saves. Alex Tuch leads with 22 points, while Tage Thompson has 12 goals. The Sabres rank 12th in goals scored (75) and 10th in blocks (394). Josh Norris remains out with an upper-body injury, but Buffalo’s balanced attack and home form provide optimism.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
Jets’ offensive depth vs Sabres’ defensive resilience. Winnipeg must lean on Scheifele and Connor to sustain scoring, while Buffalo needs Thompson and Tuch to capitalize on home ice. Goaltending consistency will be decisive.
Injuries / Availability
Winnipeg lists Connor Hellebuyck (knee) out and Neal Pionk questionable. For full player status, check the Jets injury report.
Buffalo lists Josh Norris (upper body) out. See the Sabres injury report for latest updates.
Environment
KeyBank Center gives Buffalo a chance to build momentum after a gritty shootout win in Minnesota. The Sabres remain desperate to climb back into playoff contention, while Winnipeg arrives fresh off a confidence-boosting win in Nashville. Both teams are looking to ignite their offenses, making atmosphere and energy key factors.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Sabres 4, Jets 3
- Sabres MoneyLine (-114) → Best Bet. Buffalo’s home edge and balanced attack suggest they win straight up.
- Over 6.5 (+103) → Total. Our model projects 7 goals, leaning over given both teams’ offensive profiles.
Buffalo’s resilience should secure the win, while Winnipeg’s scoring depth keeps it close. Expect the Sabres to edge out with the total trending over.
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