The Buffalo Sabres (20-14-4) and Dallas Stars (25-7-7) meet in the NHL tonight. Puck drop is set for 8:00 p.m. EST at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. The game will be broadcast live on ESPN+.
The Stars are favored by -1.5 on the puck line, with the over/under set at 6.5 (+105o / -125u). The Stars are a -161 favorite to win outright, while the Sabres are +135 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Sabres vs. Stars predictions and NHL picks.
Sabres vs. Stars Odds, Pick
| Sabres Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+1.5 -180 | 6.5 +105o / -125u | +135 |
| Stars Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-1.5 +150 | 6.5 +105o / -125u | -161 |
Sabres vs. Stars Spread: Stars -1.5 (+150 ), Sabres +1.5 (-180)
Sabres vs. Stars Over/Under: 6.5 (+105o / -125u)
Sabres vs. Stars Moneyline: Sabres +135, Stars -161
Sabres vs. Stars Preview
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Sabres vs. Stars Prediction
Overall, the system stands at 719-999 (42%) with a 6% ROI all-time, and it’s off to a 78-82 (49%) start this season with a 19% ROI.
Best Bet: Sabres Moneyline
