The Edmonton Oilers (30-15-3) look to continue their impressive run as they welcome the struggling Buffalo Sabres (18-25-5) to Rogers Place on Saturday afternoon in what promises to be an intriguing cross-conference matchup.
The Oilers enter the contest riding high after a dominant 6-2 victory over Vancouver, despite missing superstar Connor McDavid who serves the final game of his three-game suspension.
Edmonton's dynamic offense, led by Leon Draisaitl's recent 35-goal performance and Zach Hyman's two-goal showing against Vancouver, has been firing on all cylinders, averaging 3.31 goals per game.
The Sabres, meanwhile, are looking to bounce back from a disappointing 5-2 loss to Calgary, despite showing flashes of potential with Tage Thompson's 22nd goal of the season.
Historical matchups favor the Oilers, who hold a 5-2-3 advantage in their last 10 meetings, including an emphatic 8-3 victory in their most recent encounter last March.
With Edmonton's Stuart Skinner expected to face off against Buffalo's Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen between the pipes, this interconference battle could prove to be a pivotal moment for both teams as they pursue their respective playoff aspirations.
Edmonton Oilers vs. Buffalo Sabres: who will win?
For tonight's Edmonton Oilers vs Buffalo Sabres matchup, our predictive model gives the Oilers a 68.67% chance of defeating the Sabres.
Edmonton Oilers: 68.67% win probability
- Superior offensive output (159 goals for in 48 games)
- Better overall record (30 wins vs 18 wins)
- Strong goal differential (+28 compared to Sabres' -19)
Buffalo Sabres: 31.33% win probability
- Poor defensive record (166 goals against in 48 games)
- Struggling road performance (25 losses overall)
- Lower standing position (16th in Eastern Conference with 41 points)
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Edmonton Oilers vs. Buffalo Sabres odds
| Edmonton Oilers | Buffalo Sabres | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | -235 (via Caesars Sportsbook) | +210 (via BetMGM Sportsbook) |
Key stats
- 1The Edmonton Oilers have won 30 out of 48 matches this season.
- 2The Buffalo Sabres have won 18 out of 48 matches this season.
- 3With 63 points, the Edmonton Oilers holds the 3rd position in the league standings.
- 4Buffalo Sabres's 41 points place them 16th in the rankings.
Edmonton Oilers vs. Buffalo Sabres form
Edmonton Oilers vs. Buffalo Sabres head to head
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Buffalo Sabres
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Mar 22, 2024
Edmonton Oilers
8 : 3
Buffalo Sabres
Mar 9, 2024
Buffalo Sabres
3 : 2
Edmonton Oilers
Mar 7, 2023
Buffalo Sabres
2 : 3
Edmonton Oilers
Oct 19, 2022
Edmonton Oilers
2 : 4
Buffalo Sabres
Mar 18, 2022
Edmonton Oilers
6 : 1
Buffalo Sabres
Nov 13, 2021
Buffalo Sabres
3 : 2
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