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Sabres vs. Wild prediction: Why Minnesota is favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [11/29/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Buffalo Sabres vs Minnesota Wild predictions for NHL Saturday.
The Minnesota Wild will take on the Buffalo Sabres in NHL action at Grand Casino Arena on Saturday, beginning at 8:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Wild as the most likely winner of the Sabres vs. Wild game.
This article offers further insights into Saturday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Sabres vs. Wild prediction: Who will win and cover?
As part of Dimers' NHL predictions coverage—and following a review of recent results—our pregame model has generated moneyline, puck line, and over/under probabilities for Saturday's clash between the Sabres and Wild.
Our leading predictive model gives the Wild a 55% chance of defeating the Sabres.
According to our model, the Sabres (+1.5) have a 66% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has a 51% chance of staying under.
Sabres vs. Wild odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Sabres | Wild |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-200) | -1.5 (+170) |
| Moneyline | +122 | -142 |
| Total | o6 (-120) | u6 (+100) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Sabres vs. Wild picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available 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 | Sabres +1.5 | -200 |
| Moneyline | Sabres | +122 |
| Total | Under 6 | +100 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6 total goals.
Sabres vs. Wild player props
Who will score a goal in Sabres vs. Wild?
According to our model, Kirill Kaprizov is most likely to score an anytime goal in Sabres vs. Wild.
Our projections give Kaprizov a 49.3% chance of scoring a goal at Grand Casino Arena, while the star is a 10.8% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 37.9% |
| Alex Tuch | 28.0% |
| Jason Zucker | 26.0% |
| Jack Quinn | 22.7% |
| Ryan McLeod | 19.2% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 49.3% |
| Matt Boldy | 35.0% |
| Joel Ek | 27.2% |
| Danila Yurov | 26.0% |
| Marcus Johansson | 19.9% |
First goal scorer predictions
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 7.7% |
| Jason Zucker | 5.1% |
| Alex Tuch | 4.8% |
| Jack Quinn | 4.0% |
| Ryan McLeod | 3.4% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 10.8% |
| Matt Boldy | 6.6% |
| Joel Ek | 5.4% |
| Danila Yurov | 4.5% |
| Marcus Johansson | 3.5% |
Sabres vs. Wild game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's matchup between the Wild and Sabres at Grand Casino Arena is scheduled to commence at 8:00PM ET.
- Who: Buffalo Sabres vs. Minnesota Wild
- Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025
- Time: 8:00PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Grand Casino Arena
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Conclusion
We predict the Wild, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Sabres on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Sabres vs. Wild insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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