Winnipeg Jets vs Buffalo Sabres Betting Picks & Predictions
The Winnipeg Jets will look to end their four-game losing streak as they face the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday night at KeyBank Center. The Jets, with a record of 4-4, are
Game outlook
The Winnipeg Jets will look to end their four-game losing streak as they face the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday night at KeyBank Center. The Jets, with a record of 4-4, are coming off a 4-1 loss to St. Louis, while the Sabres, with a record of 4-4, are coming off a 5-4 loss to Colorado. Winnipeg has a recent history of success against Buffalo, with a record of 6-3-1 in their last 10 matchups. The Jets are the betting favorite opening at -135 and the line has remained stable. Find out which team comes out on top in this Winnipeg Jets vs. Buffalo Sabres prediction.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Jets -135 | Sabres +120
Spread: Jets -1.5 (+178) | Sabres +1.5 (-210)
Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Winnipeg will win straight-up is 57%.
Winnipeg Jets
The Winnipeg Jets are currently on a four-game losing streak, facing their longest slump of the season. They have struggled in recent road games against top teams in the west like Vegas, Dallas, and Los Angeles. Despite averaging 3.65 goals per game, they only scored one goal on 23 shots in their last game. Kyle Connor leads the team with 29 points, followed by Mark Scheifele with 27 points and Nikolaj Ehlers with 25 points. Defensively, they give up 2.58 goals per game, but surrendered four goals in their last game. Goalie Connor Hellebuyck has a 2.16 GAA and a .927 save percentage. Winnipeg is ranked 3rd in offense, 2nd in defense, and has a record of 4-4 this season. They will be looking to turn things around with a win in their upcoming game.