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Flyers vs. Sabres Prediction: Buffalo Predicted to Win Thursday's NHL Matchup [4/17/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Thursday's Philadelphia Flyers vs Buffalo Sabres matchup.
The Buffalo Sabres and Philadelphia Flyers are scheduled to meet in the NHL Playoffs at KeyBank Center on Thursday, starting at 7:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Sabres as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the latest data, our experts simulated Thursday's Philadelphia-Buffalo game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"Taking into account recent updates and various additional inputs, we forecast the Sabres with a win probability of 59% and the Flyers with 41%."
For further insights into Thursday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Flyers vs. Sabres predictions page.
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Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NHL Playoffs matchup between the Flyers and Sabres 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Sabres a 59% chance of defeating the Flyers.
According to our model, the over/under total of 6.5 goals has a 52% chance of staying under.
Flyers vs. Sabres Odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Flyers | Sabres |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +140 | -160 |
| Total | o6.5 (-110) | u6.5 (-108) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Flyers vs. Sabres Picks and Best Bets
Our model's strongest edge in today's Flyers vs. Sabres matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the current odds, reveal the best NHL picks and NHL best bets for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our full set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
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Who will score an anytime goal in Flyers vs. Sabres?
According to our model, Buffalo's Tage Thompson is most likely to score the first goal in Flyers vs. Sabres.
Our projections give Thompson an 8.4% chance of scoring the first goal at KeyBank Center, while the Sabres star is a 44.2% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Philadelphia Flyers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Matvei Michkov | 6.2% |
| Travis Konecny | 5.4% |
| Tyson Foerster | 5.1% |
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 8.4% |
| Alex Tuch | 6.9% |
| JJ Peterka | 6.3% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Philadelphia Flyers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Matvei Michkov | 31.7% |
| Travis Konecny | 28.2% |
| Owen Tippett | 28.2% |
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 44.2% |
| Alex Tuch | 36.0% |
| JJ Peterka | 31.3% |
Flyers vs. Sabres Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Thursday's game between the Sabres and Flyers in the Stanley Cup Playoffs is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Philadelphia Flyers vs. Buffalo Sabres
- Date: Thursday, April 17, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: KeyBank Center
The Stanley Cup Playoffs is the NHL's postseason elimination tournament to decide the winner of the Stanley Cup.
A total of 16 teams, including the Flyers and Sabres, reached the NHL Playoffs 2025, which consists of four rounds: the First Round, Second Round, Conference Finals and Stanley Cup Finals.
Each round is played as a best-of-seven series, with the first team to four wins progressing to the next round until a champion is crowned.
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Thursday's Flyers vs. Sabres matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Philadelphia vs. Buffalo picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Sabres, with a 59% win probability, will likely beat the Flyers on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Flyers vs. Sabres insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on 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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