The NHL hockey betting odds menu sees a clash between Buffalo and Nashville Predators on Tuesday, with the host Sabres trying to win for themselves and reward betting fans who back them on the moneyline.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
The visiting Nashville Predators opened as -135 moneyline favorites in this one at most online sportsbooks tracked at Odds Shark, including Sportsbook. The total opened at 5.5 for those preferring over under betting, watch for the line updates during the day at Sportsbook.
Odds Shark prediction models pick the Predators to win this game 2.9-2.6. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
Nashville Predators vs Buffalo Sabres Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Sabres sit at 26-26-10 on the season; in comparison, the Nashville Predators are currently 31-22-9. Looking to wager on the totals? Buffalo is 26-30-6 OU, and Nashville is 34-24-4 OU. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Buffalo vs Nashville injuries news.
According to new NHL Power Rankings here at Odds Shark, it's the No. 16-ranked Buffalo Sabres and the No. 8-rated Nashville Predators in this matchup.
Statistical Matchup
Offensively, the game matches up the Buffalo Sabres No. 26-ranked offense (2.45 goals per game) against a Nashville Predators defense that ranks No. 13 at 2.79 goals per game allowed. The Sabres Sportsbook has clicked at a 22.46% rate while the Predators have a 82.11% rate on the penalty kill.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Nashville won its last outing, a 5-4 result against the Oilers on February 26. Bettors who backed the Predators at -125 on the moneyline won on the day, and the total score (9) sent OVER bettors to the payout window.
Buffalo lost its last outing, a 3-2 result against the Coyotes on February 26. Bettors who backed the Coyotes at +100 on the moneyline won on the day, and the total score (5) sent UNDER bettors to the payout window.
Next Betting Matchups
Nashville at Montreal, Thursday, March 2nd
Buffalo home to Arizona, Thursday, March 2nd