The Buffalo Sabres (11-13-3) are set to host the Detroit Red Wings (10-13-4) at KeyBank Center on Monday night in what promises to be a compelling matchup between two teams seeking to reverse their recent fortunes.
The Red Wings enter the contest amid a concerning five-game losing streak, with their offense particularly struggling after managing just two goals in their last two games combined, while the Sabres are looking to bounce back from a disappointing defensive showing in their previous outing where they conceded five goals.
Buffalo's Alex Tuch, who has accumulated 24 points this season with eight goals and 16 assists, will be a key figure to watch as the Sabres aim to capitalize on their home-ice advantage against a Detroit team that has been averaging just 2.48 goals per game.
Both teams have shown defensive vulnerabilities, with Buffalo allowing 3.85 goals per game and Detroit conceding 3.07, suggesting this matchup could hinge on which team can shore up their defensive efforts.
The goaltending battle between Buffalo's Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen and Detroit's Ville Husso could prove decisive, with both netminders seeking to provide stability for their respective teams.
As these Original Six rivals prepare to face off at KeyBank Center, fans and analysts will be watching closely to see which team can overcome their recent challenges and secure a crucial victory in this Eastern Conference showdown.
Buffalo Sabres vs. Detroit Red Wings: who will win?
For tonight's Buffalo Sabres vs Detroit Red Wings matchup, our predictive model gives the Sabres a 60.5% chance of defeating the Red Wings.
Buffalo Sabres: 60.5% win probability
- Higher scoring efficiency (80 goals scored in 27 games vs Detroit's 67 in 27)
- Better goal differential (-6 compared to Detroit's -16)
- Higher points total (25 points vs Detroit's 24 points)
Detroit Red Wings: 39.5% win probability
- Poor recent form (LLLLL in last 5 games)
- Weak offensive output (67 goals scored is lowest in Atlantic Division)
- Defensive struggles (83 goals against in 27 games)
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Buffalo Sabres vs. Detroit Red Wings odds
| Buffalo Sabres | Detroit Red Wings | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | -140 (via Caesars Sportsbook) | +125 (via bet365 US) |
Key stats
- 1The Buffalo Sabres have won 11 out of 27 matches this season.
- 2The Detroit Red Wings have won 10 out of 27 matches this season.
- 3With 25 points, the Buffalo Sabres holds the 14th position in the league standings.
- 4Detroit Red Wings's 24 points place them 15th in the rankings.
Buffalo Sabres vs. Detroit Red Wings form
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