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Anaheim Ducks vs Buffalo Sabres Picks and Predictions – Saturday, January 10, 2026
The Anaheim Ducks visit the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, with puck drop set for 7:00 PM ET on ESPN+. Buffalo enters at 23-15-4 and has been one of the league’s hottest teams for three weeks. Anaheim is 21-20-3, but the direction is the story, the Ducks are sliding hard after a fast start.
Buffalo has won 12 of its last 13 and comes home feeling like a team that finally trusts its game. Anaheim has dropped eight straight and keeps finding new ways to lose even when it gets decent starts. The total is sitting at 6.5, which tells you the market expects chances and goals, and it’s hard to argue with that given what Anaheim has been allowing lately.
If you’re betting this, it’s really two questions. Can Anaheim keep its defense from breaking for a full 60 minutes, and do you trust Buffalo to stay sharp at home rather than relax in a “we’re rolling” spot.
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Anaheim Ducks vs Buffalo Sabres Odds
These are the current betting lines, and bettors should always monitor updated prices and shop numbers throughout the day using the Anaheim Ducks vs Buffalo Sabres odds.
| Team | Moneyline | Puck Line | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anaheim Ducks | +130 | +1.5 (-192) | O 6.5 (-130) / U 6.5 (+110) |
| Buffalo Sabres | -155 | -1.5 (+160) | O 6.5 (-130) / U 6.5 (+110) |
Anaheim Ducks Betting Form
Anaheim’s skid has gotten loud because the goals against keep piling up. They’ve allowed at least five goals in six of their last seven games, and a lot of it is game state. One turnover turns into two shifts defending, then the game opens up, and suddenly they’re chasing again. That’s a rough place to live as an underdog, because it takes away the one thing you want most, control.
The frustrating part is the Ducks have had stretches where they look fine early. They even carried a lead deep into the second period in their last game and still couldn’t close the door. That points to execution more than effort, and it’s why I’m cautious about backing Anaheim until the defensive details actually show up on the scoreboard.
Troy Terry missing time matters, even if it’s short term. Anaheim can survive a game without him, but the margin shrinks, and it becomes harder to trade chances with a hot opponent. Monitor the Anaheim Ducks injury report before puck drop, because any change to their top-six rotation affects both the side and the total. For a quick snapshot of recent results and trends, check the Anaheim Ducks stats and results.
Buffalo Sabres Betting Form
Buffalo is playing with real confidence right now, and it’s not just one line doing it. They’re winning games in different ways, and that’s usually the sign the run is legitimate. The Sabres just won 5-2 at the Rangers to cap another strong week, and they’ve been good at protecting leads lately, which is not always something you could say about this team in past seasons.
The home angle matters too. Buffalo is 13-5-2 at home, and when they get to three goals, they tend to turn the game into a comfortable script. They don’t need to play perfect defense, but they do need to avoid the sloppy stretch that gives a struggling team belief. I think that’s the only real danger here, a few loose minutes that let Anaheim hang around.
Special teams lean Buffalo as well, especially on the penalty kill, which has been strong this season. Still, injuries and lineup changes always matter, so monitor the Buffalo Sabres injury report before you bet. For match logs, home splits, and player trends, the Buffalo Sabres schedule and stats page is the quick reference.
Anaheim Ducks vs Buffalo Sabres Matchup Breakdown
This matchup feels like a test of Buffalo’s patience. Anaheim has been getting punished when games turn into track meets, so the Ducks should try to simplify, chip pucks out, and keep the middle protected. The problem is that Buffalo’s current form is built around forcing mistakes. When the Sabres establish zone time, they make you defend longer than you want, and that’s where the breakdowns start.
Special teams are a real edge point. Anaheim’s power play has been mediocre, and Buffalo’s penalty kill has been one of its strengths. On the other side, Anaheim’s penalty kill has not been reliable, and that’s where a favorite can separate without needing a five-goal night at even strength.
The total is the interesting part. At 6.5, you’re paying for Anaheim’s recent defensive chaos, but Buffalo can also play a more controlled home game if it gets a lead. If you’re looking for a sharper way to price that push and pull, the NHL betting guide is useful for translating pace, special teams, and goalie uncertainty into side and total decisions. And if you’re thinking bigger picture about how hot and cold stretches change market tax over time, the Stanley Cup betting guide is a good lens for why certain teams keep getting priced aggressively.
Anaheim Ducks vs Buffalo Sabres Predictions and Best Bets
I lean Buffalo on the moneyline, and I’m not overthinking it. The Sabres are the better team right now, they’re playing with confidence, and they’re getting a steady enough two-way game that they don’t need everything to go right to win. Anaheim’s current profile asks you to believe they can defend cleanly for a full night, and they haven’t earned that benefit.
The puck line is tempting at plus money, but it comes with risk. Buffalo has been winning, but not every hot team is a margin machine, and 6.5 totals can create weird endgames where an empty-net goal decides everything. I’d rather lay the moneyline than sweat a one-goal win that still feels like Buffalo controlled most of the game.
On the total, I lean Over 6.5 as a secondary look because Anaheim games have been flying over numbers, and Buffalo’s offense is in a good place. But it’s not a must-play for me unless goalie confirmations and lineup news point toward another wide-open script.
Best Bet: Buffalo Sabres moneyline (-155).
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