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Sabres vs. Panthers prediction: Florida favored to win Friday's NHL matchup [2/27/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Buffalo Sabres vs Florida Panthers predictions for NHL Friday.
The Florida Panthers and Buffalo Sabres will meet in the NHL at Amerant Bank Arena on Friday, with puck drop at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model gives the Panthers a slight edge with a 52% win probability over the Sabres.
This article offers a closer look at Friday's Sabres vs. Panthers matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Sabres vs. Panthers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Friday's NHL game between the Sabres and Panthers 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Panthers a 52% chance of beating the Sabres.
According to our model, the Sabres (+1.5) have a 69% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has a 51% chance of going over.
Sabres vs. Panthers odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Sabres | Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-250) | -1.5 (+210) |
| Moneyline | +100 | -115 |
| Total | o6 (-115) | u6 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Sabres vs. Panthers 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 | Panthers -1.5 | +210 |
| Moneyline | Sabres | +100 |
| Total | Over 6 | -115 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Panthers -1.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Sabres vs. Panthers player props
Who will score a goal in Sabres vs. Panthers?
According to our model, Tage Thompson is most likely to score an anytime goal in Sabres vs. Panthers.
Our projections give Thompson a 41.5% chance of scoring a goal at Amerant Bank Arena, while the star is an 8.6% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 41.5% |
| Alex Tuch | 32.8% |
| Josh Norris | 23.5% |
| Jason Zucker | 21.4% |
| Jack Quinn | 21.3% |
Florida Panthers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 37.6% |
| Sam Bennett | 30.6% |
| Matthew Tkachuk | 30.5% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 28.1% |
| Brad Marchand | 27.2% |
First goal scorer predictions
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 8.6% |
| Alex Tuch | 6.0% |
| Josh Norris | 4.1% |
| Rasmus Dahlin | 3.9% |
| Jason Zucker | 3.7% |
Florida Panthers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 7.4% |
| Sam Bennett | 6.0% |
| Matthew Tkachuk | 5.6% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 5.4% |
| Brad Marchand | 5.2% |
Sabres vs. Panthers game-day updates and essential details
Friday's game between the Panthers and Sabres at Amerant Bank Arena is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Buffalo Sabres vs. Florida Panthers
- Date: Friday, February 27, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Amerant Bank Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Panthers, with a 52% win probability, will likely beat the Sabres on Friday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Sabres vs. Panthers 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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