Fans betting on NHL look for value at Capitol One Arena on Saturday as the host Washington Capitals battle the Buffalo Sabres in hockey odds action.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
If you're backing the visiting Buffalo Sabres in this one, they Sabres listed earlier today as underdogs of 197 at most sportsbooks, including Sportsbook. Those over/under total betting saw the number open in the area of 5.5, depending on the book.
Prediction-scoring formulas run on this game pick a potential 2.9-2.7 result in favor of the Sabres. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
Buffalo Sabres vs Washington Capitals Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Washington Capitals bring a 34-20-7 record to the battle against the 18-32-11 Sabres. OVER/UNDER bettors have seen Washington go 35-25-1 so far and the Sabres go 27-31-3. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Washington vs Buffalo injuries news.
According to new NHL Power Rankings here at Odds Shark, it's the No. 23-ranked Washington Capitals and the No. 17-rated Buffalo Sabres in this matchup.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits Washington's No. 10-ranked offense, averaging 3.1 goals per game, against a Sabres defense that ranks No. 27 at 3.28 goals allowed. The Capitals power play is averaging 21.43% while the Sabres defense kills off 79.23% of their penalties.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
The Sabres were a 3-2 Sportsbook in their most recent outing on the road against the Red Wings. That made Sportsbooks of bettors who got Buffalo at +140 on the moneyline, while the total score (5) was good news for UNDER bettors.
The Capitals were a 3-2 loser in their most recent outing on the road against the Panthers. That made Sportsbooks of bettors who got Florida at -116 on the moneyline, while the total score (5) was good news for UNDER bettors.
Next Betting Matchups
Buffalo home to Boston, Sunday, February 25th
Washington at Columbus, Monday, February 26th