A key battle on the NHL odds menu sees visiting Chicago Blackhawks dueling the Buffalo Sabres on Sunday at KeyBank Center.
Odds Shark computer prediction handicapping models run on this game pick a 2.9-2.7 victory for the Blackhawks. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
Chicago Blackhawks vs Buffalo Sabres Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
This season the Buffalo Sabres are 26-23-10 overall while the Chicago Blackhawks are 35-18-5. As for the totals, Buffalo is 24-29-6 on the OU, and Chicago is 24-23-11. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Buffalo vs Chicago injuries news.
According to new NHL Power Rankings here at Odds Shark, it's the No. 11-ranked Buffalo Sabres and the No. 14-rated Chicago Blackhawks in this matchup.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits Buffalo's No. 26-ranked offense, averaging 2.47 goals per game, against a Blackhawks defense that ranks No. 8 at 2.59 goals allowed. The Sabres power play is averaging 23.03% while the Blackhawks defense kills off 76.32% of their penalties.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Buffalo was a 3-2 Sportsbook in its last match at home against the Blues. They won as favorites, while the total score of 5 made Sportsbooks of PUSH bettors.
- Chicago is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games
- Chicago is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games
- The total has gone OVER in 5 of Chicago's last 6 games
- Chicago is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games on the road
- Buffalo is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games
- Buffalo is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
- Buffalo is 8-3 ATS in its last 11 games at home
- Buffalo is 8-3 SU in its last 11 games at home
Next Betting Matchups
Chicago at Minnesota, Tuesday, February 21st
Buffalo at Colorado, Saturday, February 25th
