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Sabres vs. Avalanche Prediction: Colorado Predicted to Win Thursday's NHL Matchup [1/2/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Thursday's Buffalo Sabres vs Colorado Avalanche matchup.
The Colorado Avalanche will square off with the Buffalo Sabres in NHL action at Ball Arena on Thursday, starting at 9:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Avalanche as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the latest data, our experts simulated Thursday's Buffalo-Colorado game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"Taking into account recent updates and various additional inputs, we forecast the Avalanche with a win probability of 63% and the Sabres with 37%."
For expanded analysis of Thursday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Sabres vs. Avalanche predictions page.
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Sabres vs. Avs Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Thursday's matchup between the Avalanche and Sabres at Ball Arena is scheduled to begin at 9:00PM ET.
- Who: Buffalo Sabres vs. Colorado Avalanche
- Date: Thursday, January 2, 2025
- Time: 9:00PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Ball Arena
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Thursday's Sabres vs. Avalanche matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Buffalo vs. Colorado picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Sabres vs. Avalanche Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's NHL game between the Sabres and Avalanche 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Avalanche a 63% chance of beating the Sabres.
According to our model, the Sabres (+1.5) have a 57% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 6.5 goals has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Sabres vs. Avalanche Odds
We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Sabres | Avalanche |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-140) | -1.5 (+120) |
| Moneyline | +175 | -200 |
| Total | o6.5 (-112) | u6.5 (+105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Sabres vs. Avalanche Picks
Our model's strongest edge in today's Sabres vs. Avalanche matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the current odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our full suite of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Sabres vs. Avalanche Player Props
Who will score the first goal in Sabres vs. Avalanche?
According to our model, Colorado's Mikko Rantanen is most likely to score the first goal in Sabres vs. Avalanche.
Our projections give Rantanen an 8.8% chance of scoring the first goal at Ball Arena, while the Avalanche star is a 45.3% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 6.9% |
| Jason Zucker | 5.0% |
| Alex Tuch | 4.1% |
Colorado Avalanche
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Mikko Rantanen | 8.8% |
| Nathan MacKinnon | 7.7% |
| Artturi Lehkonen | 6.8% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 34.9% |
| Jason Zucker | 25.0% |
| Alex Tuch | 24.1% |
Colorado Avalanche
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Mikko Rantanen | 45.3% |
| Nathan MacKinnon | 40.3% |
| Artturi Lehkonen | 35.8% |
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Conclusion
We predict the Avalanche, with a 63% win probability, will likely beat the Sabres on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Sabres vs. Avalanche insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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