Seattle Kraken vs. Buffalo Sabres Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/9/2024]

NHL action continues on Tuesday at 7:00PM ET as the Seattle Kraken lock horns with the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center.

Dimers.com's full betting preview for Tuesday's Kraken vs. Sabres matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Kraken vs. Sabres Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used trusted machine learning and statistics to simulate the result of Tuesday's NHL game between the Kraken and Sabres 10,000 times, in keeping with our coverage of NHL picks.

Our famous predictive analytics model gives the Sabres a 51% chance of beating the Kraken.

According to our model, the Kraken (+1.5) have a 70% chance of covering the puck line, while the Over/Under total of 6 goals has a 52% chance of going over.

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Kraken vs. Sabres Odds

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Kraken	Sabres
Puck Line	+1.5 (-250)	-1.5 (+210)
Moneyline	-108	-110
Total	o6 (-120)	u6 (+100)

• The Sabres are listed as -1.5 favorites against the Kraken, with +210 at DraftKings Sportsbook the best odds currently available.

• For the underdog Kraken (+1.5) to cover the puck line, BetMGM Sportsbook has the best odds currently on the market at -250. In a sign of how close this game is expected to be, both the Sabres and Kraken are currently at minus-money betting odds on the moneyline.

• BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Sabres at -110, which means you can risk $110 to win $100 for a total payout of $210 if they get the W.

• Elsewhere, FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Kraken at -108, where you can risk $108 to win $100 for a total payout of $208 if they come out on top.
• The Over/Under sits at 6 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -120, as well as the best odds for the Under at +100.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

As always, check out all the legal sports betting sites that are available in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

Kraken vs. Sabres Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have determined the best betting picks for this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Puck Line	Kraken +1.5	-250
Moneyline	Sabres	-110
Total	Under 6	+100

Despite the Over being more likely to hit on this occasion, Under 6 is our best bet owing to the better odds (+100) that are available from BetMGM.

Our NHL best bets are based on detailed modeling and wagering intelligence to bring you the best possible plays every day of the year.

Kraken vs. Sabres Player Props

Who will score the first goal in Kraken vs. Sabres?

According to our model, Buffalo's Tage Thompson is most likely to score the first goal in Kraken vs. Sabres.

Our projections give Thompson a 7.7% chance of scoring the first goal at KeyBank Center, while the Sabres star is a 39.6% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Seattle Kraken

Player	First Goal Probability
Jared McCann	6.5%
Matty Beniers	4.7%
Eeli Tolvanen	4.4%
Jaden Schwartz	3.6%
Oliver Bjorkstrand	3.2%

Buffalo Sabres

Player	First Goal Probability
Tage Thompson	7.7%
Jeff Skinner	7.1%
Alex Tuch	7.0%
Dylan Cozens	5.3%
Casey Mittelstadt	4.5%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Seattle Kraken

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Jared McCann	31.8%
Matty Beniers	26.2%
Eeli Tolvanen	23.9%
Jaden Schwartz	20.3%
Tomas Tatar	20.1%

Buffalo Sabres

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Tage Thompson	39.6%
Jeff Skinner	36.4%
Alex Tuch	35.0%
Dylan Cozens	26.4%
Casey Mittelstadt	25.2%
Don't forget, our model updates often, so keep checking this article for any changes to our betting analysis before the Kraken vs. Sabres on Tuesday January 9, 2024.

Kraken vs. Sabres Game Information

Tuesday's action between the Sabres and Kraken at KeyBank Center is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: Seattle Kraken vs. Buffalo Sabres
• Date: Tuesday January 9, 2024
• Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
• Venue: KeyBank Center

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Conclusion

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