Buffalo Sabres vs Columbus Blue Jackets predictions, Apr 09, 2026

Apr 07, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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As the Buffalo Sabres prepare to host the Columbus Blue Jackets on April 9, 2026, fans can expect an intriguing matchup influenced by recent performance trends. The Sabres have demonstrated a resurgence in form, securing victories in three of their last five contests, showcasing solid offensive capabilities. They are currently seen as the favorites, reflected in the bookmakers’ odds of 2.11 for a home win.

In contrast, the Columbus Blue Jackets find themselves in a challenging position, having failed to register a win in their last five outings. This slump raises questions about their tactical execution and ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities, making them a less formidable opponent on the road.

The statistical prediction suggests a 46.2% probability of a home win for Buffalo, with a projected final score of 3-2, indicating a potentially competitive game. However, the Blue Jackets could aim to leverage their underdog status to disrupt the Sabres’ rhythm. As always in sports, while current form favors the Sabres, the unpredictability of hockey ensures that no outcome is guaranteed.

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Buffalo
44.6%		 Draw
22.4%		 Columbus
33%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

Outrights of NHL Buffalo Sabres: 4.87% Columbus Blue Jackets: 1.16%

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Betting Odds

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MarathonBet 2.18 4.31 2.93
Pinnacle 2.11 4.24 2.87

Latest Results

06.04.26 Buffalo Sabres – Tampa Bay Lightning – 4:2
04.04.26 Washington Capitals – Buffalo Sabres – 6:2
02.04.26 Ottawa Senators – Buffalo Sabres – 4:1
31.03.26 Buffalo Sabres – New York Islanders – 4:3
28.03.26 Buffalo Sabres – Seattle Kraken – 3:2 penalties		 04.04.26 Columbus Blue Jackets – Winnipeg Jets – 1:2
02.04.26 Carolina Hurricanes – Columbus Blue Jackets – 5:1
31.03.26 Columbus Blue Jackets – Carolina Hurricanes – 2:5
29.03.26 Columbus Blue Jackets – Boston Bruins – 3:4 penalties
28.03.26 Columbus Blue Jackets – San Jose Sharks – 2:3

Facts

  • One team leads the standings, the other sits mid-table (ranked 3 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: ) and 11).
  • Buffalo is Qualified for NHL (Play Offs )
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Buffalo won 2.
  • Buffalo has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Columbus is on a losing streak (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).
  • Columbus may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, Columbus has had a series of home games.
  • Buffalo might have a minor edge in this game.
  • We predict that Buffalo will win today’s game, with odds of 2.15.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Buffalo won 9 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 11 matches, and goals 68:74. (average 3.4:3.7).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Buffalo won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 31:31. (average 3.4:3.4).

    Latest Head To Head

    03.01.26 Columbus Blue Jackets – Buffalo Sabres – 5:1
    28.10.25 Buffalo Sabres – Columbus Blue Jackets – 3:4 OT
    23.09.25 Buffalo Sabres – Columbus Blue Jackets – 2:1
    22.09.25 Columbus Blue Jackets – Buffalo Sabres – 0:4
    10.04.25 Columbus Blue Jackets – Buffalo Sabres – 3:2

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Colorado Avalanche ✔ 76 44 6 10 16 287:196 110
    2 Dallas Stars ✔ 77 35 10 12 20 258:211 102
    3 Minnesota Wild ✔ 77 29 15 12 21 256:223 100
    4 Edmonton Oilers 77 30 9 9 29 265:257 87
    5 Anaheim Ducks 77 24 17 5 31 257:271 87
    6 Utah Mammoth 76 31 9 6 30 248:218 86
    7 Vegas Golden Knights 77 27 8 16 26 247:240 86
    8 Los Angeles Kings 77 19 13 19 26 211:236 83
    9 Nashville Predators 77 26 10 10 31 233:256 82
    10 San Jose Sharks 76 25 12 7 32 234:269 81
    11 Winnipeg Jets 77 27 7 12 31 221:234 80
    12 St. Louis Blues 76 29 4 12 31 205:238 78
    13 Seattle Kraken 76 25 7 11 33 212:243 75
    14 Calgary Flames 76 25 7 8 36 199:243 72
    15 Chicago Blackhawks 78 21 7 14 36 202:256 70
    16 Vancouver Canucks 76 15 7 8 46 201:295 52

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Carolina Hurricanes ✔ 77 36 13 6 22 275:228 104
    2 Tampa Bay Lightning ✔ 77 39 9 6 23 279:215 102
    3 Buffalo Sabres ✔ 78 39 8 8 23 270:233 102
    4 Montreal Canadiens ✔ 77 32 13 10 22 269:242 100
    5 Pittsburgh Penguins 78 33 7 16 22 280:250 96
    6 Boston Bruins 78 31 12 9 26 259:240 95
    7 Ottawa Senators 77 34 6 10 27 258:238 90
    8 Philadelphia Flyers 77 24 15 12 26 228:231 90
    9 New York Islanders 78 28 14 5 31 226:229 89
    10 Detroit Red Wings 77 29 11 8 29 225:234 88
    11 Columbus Blue Jackets 77 27 11 12 27 241:238 88
    12 Washington Capitals 78 33 6 9 30 248:240 87
    13 New Jersey Devils 77 28 12 3 34 218:234 83
    14 Toronto Maple Leafs 77 23 9 14 31 242:275 78
    15 Florida Panthers 77 29 8 3 37 230:262 77
    16 New York Rangers 78 24 9 9 36 229:238 75

    NHL Outrights

    1. Colorado Avalanche: 4 (20.7%)

    2. Tampa Bay Lightning: 5 (16.56%)

    3. Carolina Hurricanes: 6 (13.8%)

    4. Dallas Stars: 11 (7.53%)

    5. Edmonton Oilers: 12.5 (6.62%)

    6. Vegas Golden Knights: 13.5 (6.13%)

    7. Buffalo Sabres: 17 (4.87%)

    8. Minnesota Wild: 18.5 (4.48%)

    9. Montreal Canadiens: 28.5 (2.91%)

    10. Ottawa Senators: 29.5 (2.81%)

    11. Pittsburgh Penguins: 32.5 (2.55%)

    12. Utah Mammoth: 32.5 (2.55%)

    13. Anaheim Ducks: 41 (2.02%)

    14. Boston Bruins: 56 (1.48%)

    15. Columbus Blue Jackets: 71.5 (1.16%)

    16. Los Angeles Kings: 88.5 (0.94%)

    17. New York Islanders: 116 (0.71%)

    18. Detroit Red Wings: 151 (0.55%)

    19. Philadelphia Flyers: 151 (0.55%)

    20. Nashville Predators: 251 (0.33%)

    21. San Jose Sharks: 401 (0.21%)

    22. Winnipeg Jets: 451 (0.18%)

    23. Washington Capitals: 501 (0.17%)

    24. St. Louis Blues: 1001 (0.08%)

    25. Seattle Kraken: 1751 (0.05%)

    26. New Jersey Devils: 1751 (0.05%)

    27. Calgary Flames: 3001 (0.03%)

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