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Bruins vs. Sabres prediction: Buffalo favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [12/27/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Boston Bruins vs Buffalo Sabres predictions for NHL Saturday.
The Buffalo Sabres will take on the Boston Bruins in NHL action at KeyBank Center on Saturday, beginning at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Sabres as the most likely winner of the Bruins vs. Sabres game.
This article offers a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Bruins vs. Sabres prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NHL game between the Bruins and Sabres 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Sabres a 55% chance of defeating the Bruins.
According to our model, the Bruins (+1.5) have a 66% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 52% chance of staying under.
Bruins vs. Sabres odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Bruins | Sabres |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-205) | -1.5 (+170) |
| Moneyline | +122 | -140 |
| Total | o6.5 (+105) | u6.5 (-122) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Bruins vs. Sabres picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Bruins +1.5 | -205 |
| Moneyline | Bruins | +122 |
| Total | Over 6.5 | +105 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Bruins to win.
Bruins vs. Sabres player props
Who will score a goal in Bruins vs. Sabres?
According to our model, Tage Thompson is most likely to score an anytime goal in Bruins vs. Sabres.
Our projections give Thompson a 45.1% chance of scoring a goal at KeyBank Center, while the star is a 9.1% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Boston Bruins
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | 41.0% |
| Morgan Geekie | 35.5% |
| Alex Steeves | 28.2% |
| Pavel Zacha | 21.5% |
| Viktor Arvidsson | 19.7% |
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 45.1% |
| Josh Norris | 32.5% |
| Alex Tuch | 30.9% |
| Zach Benson | 24.0% |
| Noah Ostlund | 22.3% |
First goal scorer predictions
Boston Bruins
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | 7.9% |
| Morgan Geekie | 7.2% |
| Alex Steeves | 5.0% |
| Viktor Arvidsson | 3.6% |
| Pavel Zacha | 3.5% |
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 9.1% |
| Josh Norris | 6.0% |
| Alex Tuch | 5.9% |
| Zach Benson | 4.3% |
| Noah Ostlund | 3.9% |
Bruins vs. Sabres game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's game between the Sabres and Bruins at KeyBank Center is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Boston Bruins vs. Buffalo Sabres
- Date: Saturday, December 27, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: KeyBank Center
Conclusion
We predict the Sabres, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Bruins on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Bruins vs. Sabres insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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