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Sabres vs. Kraken prediction: Tight battle projected in updated analysis for Sunday's NHL matchup [12/14/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Buffalo Sabres vs Seattle Kraken predictions for NHL Sunday.
The Seattle Kraken and Buffalo Sabres will lock horns in the NHL at Climate Pledge Arena on Sunday, starting at 8:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model gives an equal chance for both both teams to win the Sabres-Kraken matchup.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Sunday's Sabres vs. Kraken matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Sabres vs. Kraken prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Sunday's NHL game between the Sabres and Kraken 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model can't split the two teams, giving both the Sabres and Kraken a 50% chance of winning the game.
According to our model, the Kraken (+1.5) have a 70% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has a 52% chance of going over.
Sabres vs. Kraken odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Sabres | Kraken |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+200) | +1.5 (-235) |
| Moneyline | -120 | +104 |
| Total | o6 (-115) | u6 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Sabres vs. Kraken 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 | Kraken +1.5 | -235 |
| Moneyline | Kraken | +104 |
| Total | Over 6 | -115 |
According to our best NHL bets, the top play to make on this game is Kraken to win.
Sabres vs. Kraken player props
Who will score a goal in Sabres vs. Kraken?
According to our model, Tage Thompson is most likely to score an anytime goal in Sabres vs. Kraken.
Our projections give Thompson a 46.3% chance of scoring a goal at Climate Pledge Arena, while the star is a 9.9% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 46.3% |
| Josh Doan | 23.5% |
| Jack Quinn | 22.9% |
| Ryan McLeod | 22.5% |
| Zach Benson | 22.1% |
Seattle Kraken
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Mason Marchment | 28.9% |
| Jordan Eberle | 27.1% |
| Eeli Tolvanen | 26.4% |
| Shane Wright | 26.2% |
| Matty Beniers | 22.6% |
First goal scorer predictions
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 9.9% |
| Josh Doan | 4.6% |
| Jack Quinn | 4.3% |
| Ryan McLeod | 4.2% |
| Zach Benson | 4.1% |
Seattle Kraken
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Shane Wright | 5.5% |
| Eeli Tolvanen | 5.3% |
| Mason Marchment | 5.3% |
| Jordan Eberle | 5.0% |
| Matty Beniers | 4.0% |
Sabres vs. Kraken game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's action between the Kraken and Sabres at Climate Pledge Arena is scheduled to commence at 8:00PM ET.
- Who: Buffalo Sabres vs. Seattle Kraken
- Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
- Time: 8:00PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Climate Pledge Arena
Conclusion
We predict a close game between the Sabres and Kraken on Sunday, with each team having a 50% chance of winning.
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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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