Columbus Blue Jackets vs Buffalo Sabres Betting Picks & Predictions
The Buffalo Sabres and the Toronto Maple Leafs will face off on Tuesday night north of the border. The Sabres are looking to build upon their strong start and pick up two
Game outlook
The Buffalo Sabres and the Toronto Maple Leafs will face off on Tuesday night north of the border. The Sabres are looking to build upon their strong start and pick up two points in the standings. The Maple Leafs come into the game with confidence, having steamrolled Pittsburgh 7-0 at home during their previous contest. Toronto has had the upper hand in the past 10 meetings between the two clubs, with a 5-3-2 advantage and a 7-3 road win earlier this season. Despite this, the Sabres are the betting favorite with a line of -161.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Blue Jackets +140 | Sabres -161
Spread: Blue Jackets +1.5 (-172) | Sabres -1.5 (+147)
Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Buffalo will win straight-up is 62%.
Columbus Blue Jackets
The New York Rangers had a successful game Saturday night, winning in overtime against the Bruins on the road. Their 6-point lead over Philadelphia in the Metropolitan Division gives them the top spot. The Rangers are above average on offense (averaging 3.28 goals per game and converting 29.8% of their powerplay opportunities) and defense (allowing 2.72 goals per game and successfully navigating 85.3% of their shorthanded situations). Goalie Igor Shesterkin held the fort, making 21 saves on 34 shots on goal. Meanwhile, the Columbus Blue Jackets are ranked 30th overall with an offense that averages 3.00 goals per game and defense that allows 3.66 goals per game. They have a 10-17-5 record this season.