New York Islanders vs Buffalo Sabres predictions, Jan 24, 2026

Jan 21, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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NY Islanders

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In an exciting NHL matchup on January 24, 2026, the New York Islanders will face off against the Buffalo Sabres at home. Both teams have shown good form recently, with the Islanders winning 3 of their last 5 matches and the Sabres also securing victories in 3 of their last 5 games.

The bookmakers’ odds suggest a close contest, with the Islanders being slight favorites with odds of 2.25, while the Sabres have odds of 2.7. Our model prediction indicates a 41.2% probability of a home win, a 23.4% chance of a draw, and a 35.7% likelihood of an away win.

In terms of tactical strengths, both teams have demonstrated solid defensive play and ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities. The Islanders will look to utilize their home-ice advantage, while the Sabres will aim to continue their recent success on the road.

With both teams evenly matched and their recent form being equally impressive, this game is set to be a thrilling and unpredictable encounter. It’s sure to be a closely contested battle between two determined teams vying for a crucial victory.

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NY Islanders
42%		 Draw
23%		 Buffalo
35%

Outrights of NHL Buffalo Sabres: 1.37% New York Islanders: 1.17%

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Betting Odds

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Pinnacle 2.25 4.10 2.70

Latest Results

19.01.26 Vancouver Canucks – New York Islanders – 3:4
17.01.26 Calgary Flames – New York Islanders – 4:2
15.01.26 Edmonton Oilers – New York Islanders – 0:1
13.01.26 Winnipeg Jets – New York Islanders – 5:4
10.01.26 Minnesota Wild – New York Islanders – 3:4 OT		 20.01.26 Nashville Predators – Buffalo Sabres – 3:5
19.01.26 Carolina Hurricanes – Buffalo Sabres – 2:1
17.01.26 Buffalo Sabres – Minnesota Wild – 4:5 OT
15.01.26 Buffalo Sabres – Montreal Canadiens – 5:3
14.01.26 Buffalo Sabres – Philadelphia Flyers – 5:2

Facts

  • The most interesting match of the day — two teams from the very top of the table will face off (ranked 6 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: ) and 5 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, NY Islanders won 2.
  • The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.
  • NY Islanders may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, NY Islanders has had a series of away games.
  • In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, NY Islanders won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 10 matches, and goals 55:56. (average 2.8:2.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, NY Islanders won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 29:20. (average 3.2:2.2).

    Latest Head To Head

    20.12.25 Buffalo Sabres – New York Islanders – 3:2 penalties
    23.12.24 New York Islanders – Buffalo Sabres – 1:7
    30.11.24 New York Islanders – Buffalo Sabres – 3:0
    01.11.24 Buffalo Sabres – New York Islanders – 3:4
    14.03.24 Buffalo Sabres – New York Islanders – 4:0

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Colorado Avalanche 47 31 3 8 5 190:112 76
    2 Dallas Stars 50 24 4 9 13 169:141 65
    3 Minnesota Wild 51 19 9 9 14 164:147 65
    4 Vegas Golden Knights 48 17 7 12 12 161:147 60
    5 Edmonton Oilers 51 20 5 8 18 171:160 58
    6 Utah Mammoth 49 19 6 4 20 153:135 54
    7 San Jose Sharks 49 14 11 3 21 153:173 53
    8 Anaheim Ducks 49 15 10 3 21 163:175 53
    9 Los Angeles Kings 49 13 7 13 16 129:139 53
    10 Seattle Kraken 48 15 6 9 18 133:147 51
    11 Nashville Predators 49 16 7 4 22 141:166 50
    12 Calgary Flames 49 17 4 5 23 127:145 47
    13 Chicago Blackhawks 49 16 4 7 22 135:154 47
    14 Winnipeg Jets 49 18 2 6 23 147:151 46
    15 St. Louis Blues 50 18 1 8 23 121:171 46
    16 Vancouver Canucks 49 10 6 5 28 129:180 37

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Tampa Bay Lightning 48 25 6 4 13 170:121 66
    2 Carolina Hurricanes 50 22 9 4 15 173:145 66
    3 Detroit Red Wings 50 21 9 4 16 157:153 64
    4 Montreal Canadiens 50 18 10 7 15 172:167 63
    5 Buffalo Sabres 49 21 6 5 17 163:153 59
    6 New York Islanders 49 18 9 5 17 145:137 59
    7 Boston Bruins 50 21 7 2 20 166:156 58
    8 Pittsburgh Penguins 48 19 4 11 14 156:147 57
    9 Toronto Maple Leafs 49 17 7 8 17 165:164 56
    10 Philadelphia Flyers 48 16 7 8 17 143:150 54
    11 Washington Capitals 50 21 3 6 20 159:148 54
    12 New Jersey Devils 50 17 9 2 22 131:151 54
    13 Florida Panthers 48 22 3 3 20 146:160 53
    14 Ottawa Senators 49 18 5 7 19 163:164 53
    15 Columbus Blue Jackets 49 13 9 7 20 149:164 51
    16 New York Rangers 51 14 7 6 24 138:159 48

    NHL Outrights

    1. Colorado Avalanche: 3.4 (24.65%)

    2. Tampa Bay Lightning: 7.25 (11.56%)

    3. Carolina Hurricanes: 8.75 (9.58%)

    4. Vegas Golden Knights: 9 (9.31%)

    5. Edmonton Oilers: 10.75 (7.8%)

    6. Florida Panthers: 12.5 (6.71%)

    7. Dallas Stars: 17 (4.93%)

    8. Minnesota Wild: 22 (3.81%)

    9. Washington Capitals: 30 (2.79%)

    10. Toronto Maple Leafs: 43.5 (1.93%)

    11. Los Angeles Kings: 43.5 (1.93%)

    12. Montreal Canadiens: 51 (1.64%)

    13. Detroit Red Wings: 56 (1.5%)

    14. Buffalo Sabres: 61 (1.37%)

    15. New Jersey Devils: 71 (1.18%)

    16. Ottawa Senators: 71 (1.18%)

    17. Utah Mammoth: 71 (1.18%)

    18. New York Islanders: 71.5 (1.17%)

    19. Anaheim Ducks: 101 (0.83%)

    20. Pittsburgh Penguins: 101 (0.83%)

    21. Winnipeg Jets: 126 (0.67%)

    22. Philadelphia Flyers: 126 (0.67%)

    23. Nashville Predators: 151 (0.56%)

    24. Boston Bruins: 201 (0.42%)

    25. Columbus Blue Jackets: 251 (0.33%)

    26. New York Rangers: 301 (0.28%)

    27. San Jose Sharks: 326 (0.26%)

    28. Seattle Kraken: 351 (0.24%)

    29. Calgary Flames: 351 (0.24%)

    30. St. Louis Blues: 501 (0.17%)

    31. Chicago Blackhawks: 501 (0.17%)

    32. Vancouver Canucks: 626 (0.13%)

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