Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Buffalo Sabres Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [12/30/2023]

NHL action continues on Saturday at 5:00PM ET as the Columbus Blue Jackets square off with the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center.

Dimers.com's full betting preview for Saturday's Blue Jackets vs. Sabres matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Blue Jackets vs. Sabres Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used advanced machine learning and data analysis to simulate the outcome of Saturday's NHL game between the Blue Jackets and Sabres 10,000 times, in line with our coverage of NHL predictions.

Our famous predictive analytics model currently gives the Sabres a 62% chance of beating the Blue Jackets.

According to our model, the Blue Jackets (+1.5) have a 59% chance of covering the puck line, while the 7-goal Over/Under has a 54% chance of going under.

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Blue Jackets vs. Sabres Odds

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

Bet Type	Blue Jackets	Sabres
Puck Line	+1.5 (-135)	-1.5 (+110)
Moneyline	+165	-200
Total	o7 (+100)	u7 (-120)

• The Sabres are currently -1.5 favorites versus the Blue Jackets, with +110 at BetMGM Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Blue Jackets (+1.5) to cover the puck line, BetMGM also has the best odds currently on offer at -135.
• BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Sabres at -200, which means you can risk $200 to win $100 for a total payout of $300 if they get the W.
• On the other hand, BetMGM also has the best moneyline odds for the Blue Jackets at +165, where you can put down $100 to profit $165, earning a total payout of $265 if they win.
• The Over/Under for total goals scored is set at 7 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at +100, as well as the best odds for the Under at -120.

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

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Blue Jackets vs. Sabres Picks

By comparing our probabilities to the odds listed above, we have identified the best betting picks for this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Puck Line	Blue Jackets +1.5	-135
Moneyline	Blue Jackets	+165
Total	Under 7	-120

While the Sabres are more likely to win the game, betting on the Blue Jackets moneyline is the best option due to the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds currently on offer.

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Blue Jackets vs. Sabres Player Props

Who will score an anytime goal in Blue Jackets vs. Sabres?

According to our model, Buffalo's Tage Thompson is most likely to score the first goal in Blue Jackets vs. Sabres.

Our projections give Thompson an 8.1% chance of scoring the first goal at KeyBank Center, while the Sabres star is a 43.6% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Columbus Blue Jackets

Player	First Goal Probability
Kirill Marchenko	5.3%
Yegor Chinakhov	4.1%
Justin Danforth	4.0%
Adam Fantilli	3.9%
Johnny Gaudreau	3.9%

Buffalo Sabres

Player	First Goal Probability
Tage Thompson	8.1%
Alex Tuch	7.2%
Dylan Cozens	5.8%
Jeff Skinner	5.2%
Casey Mittelstadt	4.4%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Columbus Blue Jackets

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Kirill Marchenko	30.7%
Justin Danforth	24.8%
Yegor Chinakhov	24.1%
Adam Fantilli	22.8%
Kent Johnson	22.8%

Buffalo Sabres

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Tage Thompson	43.6%
Alex Tuch	37.7%
Dylan Cozens	32.8%
Jeff Skinner	30.8%
Casey Mittelstadt	24.9%
Don't forget, our model updates frequently, so check this article for the latest betting insights ahead of the Blue Jackets vs. Sabres on Saturday December 30, 2023.

Blue Jackets vs. Sabres Game Information

Saturday's game between the Sabres and Blue Jackets at KeyBank Center is scheduled to commence at 5:00PM ET.

• Who: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Buffalo Sabres
• Date: Saturday December 30, 2023
• Time: 5:00PM ET / 2:00PM PT
• Venue: KeyBank Center

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Conclusion

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