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Penguins vs. Sabres Prediction: Buffalo Predicted to Win Friday's NHL Matchup [1/17/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Friday's Pittsburgh Penguins vs Buffalo Sabres matchup.
NHL action continues on Friday at 7:00PM ET as the Pittsburgh Penguins lock horns with the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Sabres as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Employing the latest data, our experts simulated Friday's Pittsburgh-Buffalo game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"After computing the latest updates and thousands of other inputs, we predict the Sabres' chance of winning is 53%, while the Penguins' is 47%."
For further insights into Friday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Penguins vs. Sabres predictions page.
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Penguins vs. Sabres Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Friday's matchup between the Sabres and Penguins at KeyBank Center is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Buffalo Sabres
- Date: Friday, January 17, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: KeyBank Center
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Friday's Penguins vs. Sabres matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Pittsburgh vs. Buffalo picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Penguins vs. Sabres Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Friday's NHL game between the Penguins and Sabres 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Sabres a 53% chance of beating the Penguins.
According to our model, the Penguins (+1.5) have a 66% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 53% chance of staying under.
Penguins vs. Sabres Odds
We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Penguins | Sabres |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-225) | -1.5 (+200) |
| Moneyline | +114 | -115 |
| Total | o6.5 (+100) | u6.5 (-122) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Penguins vs. Sabres Picks
Our model's strongest edge in today's Penguins vs. Sabres matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the best odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our complete suite of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Penguins vs. Sabres Player Props
Who will score the first goal in Penguins vs. Sabres?
According to our model, Buffalo's Tage Thompson is most likely to score the first goal in Penguins vs. Sabres.
Our projections give Thompson a 7.8% chance of scoring the first goal at KeyBank Center, while the Sabres star is a 40.3% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Pittsburgh Penguins
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Rickard Rakell | 6.5% |
| Sidney Crosby | 6.5% |
| Bryan Rust | 6.1% |
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 7.8% |
| Jason Zucker | 6.6% |
| Alex Tuch | 5.2% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Pittsburgh Penguins
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Bryan Rust | 34.7% |
| Rickard Rakell | 33.8% |
| Sidney Crosby | 32.2% |
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 40.3% |
| Jason Zucker | 35.1% |
| Alex Tuch | 27.4% |
Conclusion
We predict the Sabres, with a 53% win probability, will likely beat the Penguins on Friday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Penguins vs. Sabres insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on 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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