Oilers vs. Sabres prediction: Edmonton favored to win Monday's NHL matchup [11/17/2025]

The Buffalo Sabres will square off with the Edmonton Oilers in NHL action at KeyBank Center on Monday, beginning at 7:00PM ET.

Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Oilers as the most likely winner of the Oilers vs. Sabres game.

This article offers an expanded analysis of Monday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.

Oilers vs. Sabres 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 Monday's clash between the Oilers and Sabres.

According to our model, the Sabres (+1.5) have a 63% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.

Oilers vs. Sabres odds

We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Oilers	Sabres
Puck Line	-1.5 (+160)	+1.5 (-185)
Moneyline	-155	+135
Total	o6.5 (-105)	u6.5 (-112)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Oilers vs. Sabres 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	Oilers -1.5	+160
Moneyline	Sabres	+135
Total	Over 6.5	-105

According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Sabres to win.

Oilers vs. Sabres player props

Who will score a goal in Oilers vs. Sabres?

According to our model, Leon Draisaitl is most likely to score an anytime goal in Oilers vs. Sabres.

Our projections give Draisaitl a 47.4% chance of scoring a goal at KeyBank Center, while the star is a 10.4% chance of netting the first goal the game.

Anytime goal scorer predictions

Edmonton Oilers

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Leon Draisaitl	47.4%
Zach Hyman	40.2%
Connor McDavid	37.0%
Jack Roslovic	27.7%
Andrew Mangiapane	19.1%

Buffalo Sabres

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Tage Thompson	42.4%
Alex Tuch	34.8%
Ryan McLeod	23.4%
Jack Quinn	23.4%
Isak Rosen	21.5%

First goal scorer predictions

Edmonton Oilers

Player	First Goal Probability
Leon Draisaitl	10.4%
Zach Hyman	7.2%
Connor McDavid	7.1%
Jack Roslovic	4.6%
Andrew Mangiapane	3.0%

Buffalo Sabres

Player	First Goal Probability
Tage Thompson	8.4%
Alex Tuch	5.5%
Ryan McLeod	4.4%
Jack Quinn	3.9%
Isak Rosen	3.9%

Oilers vs. Sabres game-day updates and essential details

Monday's matchup between the Sabres and Oilers at KeyBank Center is scheduled to start at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: Edmonton Oilers vs. Buffalo Sabres
• Date: Monday, November 17, 2025
• Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
• Venue: KeyBank Center

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Conclusion

We predict the Oilers, with a 56% win probability, will likely beat the Sabres on Monday.

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