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Canucks vs. Sabres prediction: Buffalo favored to win Tuesday's NHL matchup [1/6/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Vancouver Canucks vs Buffalo Sabres predictions for NHL Tuesday.
The Buffalo Sabres and Vancouver Canucks will lock horns in the NHL at KeyBank Center on Tuesday, with puck drop at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Sabres as the most likely winner of the Canucks vs. Sabres game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Tuesday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Canucks vs. Sabres prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Tuesday's NHL game between the Canucks and Sabres 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Sabres a 58% chance of beating the Canucks.
According to our model, the Canucks (+1.5) have a 63% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 54% chance of staying under.
Canucks vs. Sabres odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Canucks | Sabres |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-170) | -1.5 (+145) |
| Moneyline | +142 | -170 |
| Total | o6.5 (+110) | u6.5 (-122) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Canucks vs. Sabres 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 | Canucks +1.5 | -170 |
| Moneyline | Canucks | +142 |
| Total | Over 6.5 | +110 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Canucks +1.5 at the spread.
Canucks vs. Sabres player props
Who will score a goal in Canucks vs. Sabres?
According to our model, Tage Thompson is most likely to score an anytime goal in Canucks vs. Sabres.
Our projections give Thompson a 42.6% chance of scoring a goal at KeyBank Center, while the star is an 8.3% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Vancouver Canucks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jake DeBrusk | 32.0% |
| Linus Karlsson | 31.6% |
| Brock Boeser | 26.8% |
| Kiefer Sherwood | 25.4% |
| Evander Kane | 21.0% |
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 42.6% |
| Alex Tuch | 29.8% |
| Josh Norris | 29.3% |
| Josh Doan | 22.0% |
| Zach Benson | 21.2% |
First goal scorer predictions
Vancouver Canucks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Linus Karlsson | 6.1% |
| Jake DeBrusk | 5.7% |
| Brock Boeser | 4.9% |
| Kiefer Sherwood | 4.5% |
| Evander Kane | 3.9% |
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 8.3% |
| Josh Norris | 5.7% |
| Alex Tuch | 5.1% |
| Josh Doan | 4.1% |
| Zach Benson | 3.8% |
Canucks vs. Sabres game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's matchup between the Sabres and Canucks at KeyBank Center is scheduled to commence at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Vancouver Canucks vs. Buffalo Sabres
- Date: Tuesday, January 6, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: KeyBank Center
Conclusion
We predict the Sabres, with a 58% win probability, will likely beat the Canucks on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Canucks vs. Sabres insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn 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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