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Sabres vs. Devils prediction: New Jersey favored to win Sunday's NHL matchup [12/21/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Buffalo Sabres vs New Jersey Devils predictions for NHL Sunday.
The New Jersey Devils and Buffalo Sabres will meet in the NHL at Prudential Center on Sunday, starting at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model predicts the Devils as the most likely winner of the Sabres vs. Devils game.
This article offers a closer look at Sunday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Sabres vs. Devils prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Sunday's NHL game between the Sabres and Devils 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Devils a 55% chance of beating the Sabres.
According to our model, the Sabres (+1.5) have a 67% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has a 51% chance of staying under.
Sabres vs. Devils odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Sabres | Devils |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-196) | -1.5 (+170) |
| Moneyline | +130 | -145 |
| Total | o6 (-110) | u6 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Sabres vs. Devils 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 | -196 |
| Moneyline | Sabres | +130 |
| Total | Under 6 | -110 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Sabres to win.
Sabres vs. Devils player props
Who will score a goal in Sabres vs. Devils?
According to our model, Tage Thompson is most likely to score an anytime goal in Sabres vs. Devils.
Our projections give Thompson a 40.9% chance of scoring a goal at Prudential Center, while the star is a 9.0% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 40.9% |
| Alex Tuch | 31.8% |
| Josh Norris | 28.9% |
| Josh Doan | 19.3% |
| Ryan McLeod | 19.2% |
New Jersey Devils
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nico Hischier | 38.4% |
| Timo Meier | 37.3% |
| Dawson Mercer | 29.8% |
| Jesper Bratt | 28.9% |
| Connor Brown | 22.1% |
First goal scorer predictions
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 9.0% |
| Alex Tuch | 6.5% |
| Josh Norris | 5.4% |
| Ryan McLeod | 3.7% |
| Josh Doan | 3.6% |
New Jersey Devils
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nico Hischier | 7.9% |
| Timo Meier | 7.6% |
| Dawson Mercer | 5.9% |
| Jesper Bratt | 5.2% |
| Connor Brown | 3.9% |
Sabres vs. Devils game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's matchup between the Devils and Sabres at Prudential Center is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Buffalo Sabres vs. New Jersey Devils
- Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Prudential Center
Conclusion
We predict the Devils, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Sabres on Sunday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Sabres vs. Devils insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from 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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