Buffalo Sabres vs New Jersey Devils predictions, Feb 02, 2025

Feb 01, 2025 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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**NHL Match Preview: Buffalo Sabres vs. New Jersey Devils (February 2, 2025)**

As the NHL season embarks on another thrilling contest, the Buffalo Sabres are set to host the New Jersey Devils in what promises to be an exciting matchup. With both teams entering the game with solid recent performances, fans can expect an intense battle on the ice.

**Team Form:**

**Buffalo Sabres:**
The Sabres have managed to secure victories in 3 of their last 5 games, showcasing a blend of skill and tenacity. Playing at home, they will look to leverage the support of their fans and improve their overall standing. Key players are expected to perform at their best, and the Sabres will aim to exploit any weaknesses in the Devils’ defense.

**New Jersey Devils:**
The Devils also boast a record of winning 3 of their last 5 games, indicating their competitive form leading up to this clash. With a potent offense and a solid defensive strategy, New Jersey will be keen on maintaining their momentum. The Devils will rely on their star players to make crucial plays, and they’ll be eager to take two points away from the Sabres on the road.

**Betting Odds:**
According to bookmakers, the odds are set at 2.92 for the Buffalo Sabres and 2.08 for the New Jersey Devils. This suggests that the Devils are viewed as the favorites, possibly due to their recent form and overall team strength.

**Statistical Insights:**
Based on your machine learning estimation, the probabilities for the match outcome are as follows:
– Buffalo Sabres: 32.4%
– Draw: 22%
– New Jersey Devils: 45.5%

The most likely result predicted by bookmakers is a 2:3 victory in favor of the New Jersey Devils, which aligns with their probability of winning.

**Key Players to Watch:**
– For the Sabres, look for standout performances from their top scorers and goaltenders, who will need to be in top form to secure a win.
– The Devils will rely heavily on their offensive leaders and defensemen to control the game and counter any threats from Buffalo.

**Conclusion:**
With both teams hitting their stride, this matchup between the Buffalo Sabres and New Jersey Devils holds significant implications for their playoff aspirations. Expect an action-packed game as both sides battle for crucial points in the NHL standings. Fans will be eager to witness which team will emerge victorious in this exciting matchup on February 2, 2025.

Buffalo 32.4% Draw 22% New Jersey 45.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:3

Outrights of NHL New Jersey Devils: 6.8% Buffalo Sabres: 0.22%

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Betting Odds

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bet_at_home 2.97 4.21 2.1
betsson 2.85 4.2 2.15
MarathonBet 2.98 4.61 2.09
WilliamHill 2.8 4.4 1.95
Pinnacle 2.92 4.25 2.06
Best for US Customers 2.85 4.25 2.17

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Latest Results

31.01.25 Buffalo Sabres – Nashville Predators – 4:3
28.01.25 Buffalo Sabres – Boston Bruins – 7:2
25.01.25 Edmonton Oilers – Buffalo Sabres – 3:2
23.01.25 Calgary Flames – Buffalo Sabres – 5:2
21.01.25 Vancouver Canucks – Buffalo Sabres – 2:3		 29.01.25 New Jersey Devils – Philadelphia Flyers – 5:0
27.01.25 Philadelphia Flyers – New Jersey Devils – 4:2
25.01.25 Montreal Canadiens – New Jersey Devils – 3:4 OT
22.01.25 New Jersey Devils – Boston Bruins – 5:1
19.01.25 New Jersey Devils – Ottawa Senators – 1:2

Facts

  • This match will be held between outsider and one of leaders (ranked 16 and 4 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: )).
  • Last 5 head-to-head matches Buffalo won 1.
  • One and the other team get a very uncertain game.
  • New Jersey could have advantage in physics – more days for rest in last days.
  • New Jersey will have a small advantage in this match.
  • Last 20 head-to-head matches Buffalo won 8 matches, drawn 0 matches, lost 12 matches and goals 63:70 (average 3.2:3.5).
  • Including matches at home between the teams Buffalo won 4 matches, drawn 0 matches, lost 6 matches and goals 35:36 (average 3.5:3.6).

    Latest Head To Head

    05.10.24 New Jersey Devils – Buffalo Sabres – 3:1
    04.10.24 Buffalo Sabres – New Jersey Devils – 1:4
    29.03.24 Buffalo Sabres – New Jersey Devils – 5:2
    25.11.23 New Jersey Devils – Buffalo Sabres – 7:2
    27.10.23 New Jersey Devils – Buffalo Sabres – 5:4

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Winnipeg Jets 53 31 5 3 14 190:127 75
    2 Edmonton Oilers 51 25 7 4 15 168:138 68
    3 Vegas Golden Knights 52 28 3 6 15 175:145 68
    4 Dallas Stars 51 27 6 1 17 164:126 67
    5 Minnesota Wild 52 25 6 4 17 155:146 66
    6 Colorado Avalanche 53 25 5 2 21 175:165 62
    7 Los Angeles Kings 49 24 2 6 17 135:125 58
    8 Calgary Flames 50 19 6 7 18 137:147 57
    9 Vancouver Canucks 51 19 4 10 18 146:161 56
    10 Utah 51 16 5 9 21 143:153 51
    11 St. Louis Blues 52 16 7 4 25 142:159 50
    12 Seattle Kraken 53 19 4 3 27 159:170 49
    13 Anaheim Ducks 51 15 6 6 24 130:161 48
    14 Nashville Predators 50 15 3 7 25 134:161 43
    15 Chicago Blackhawks 52 14 2 5 31 135:179 37
    16 San Jose Sharks 54 11 4 6 33 141:202 36

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Washington Capitals 51 29 5 6 11 178:124 74
    2 Carolina Hurricanes 52 28 4 4 16 174:142 68
    3 Florida Panthers 53 25 6 3 19 175:153 65
    4 New Jersey Devils 53 26 3 6 18 164:133 64
    5 Toronto Maple Leafs 51 25 5 2 19 155:147 62
    6 Columbus Blue Jackets 52 18 8 7 19 174:171 59
    7 Ottawa Senators 51 20 7 4 20 142:140 58
    8 Tampa Bay Lightning 50 22 5 3 20 175:140 57
    9 Boston Bruins 53 18 7 6 22 143:172 56
    10 Detroit Red Wings 51 20 5 5 21 146:158 55
    11 New York Islanders 50 18 5 7 20 138:143 53
    12 Montreal Canadiens 51 17 7 5 22 151:173 53
    13 New York Rangers 50 22 2 4 22 149:152 52
    14 Philadelphia Flyers 53 14 9 6 24 154:181 52
    15 Pittsburgh Penguins 53 14 7 8 24 154:193 50
    16 Buffalo Sabres 51 16 4 5 26 160:174 45

    NHL Outrights

    1. Edmonton Oilers: 6.97 (11.73%)

    2. Carolina Hurricanes: 6.99 (11.69%)

    3. Florida Panthers: 10.47 (7.8%)

    4. Dallas Stars: 11.68 (6.99%)

    5. New Jersey Devils: 12.01 (6.8%)

    6. Toronto Maple Leafs: 12.6 (6.48%)

    7. Colorado Avalanche: 13.14 (6.22%)

    8. Vegas Golden Knights: 15.58 (5.24%)

    9. Washington Capitals: 15.77 (5.18%)

    10. Winnipeg Jets: 15.94 (5.13%)

    11. Minnesota Wild: 21.22 (3.85%)

    12. Tampa Bay Lightning: 22.4 (3.65%)

    13. Los Angeles Kings: 25.74 (3.17%)

    14. New York Rangers: 36.19 (2.26%)

    15. Ottawa Senators: 37.95 (2.15%)

    16. Boston Bruins: 41.29 (1.98%)

    17. Vancouver Canucks: 45.52 (1.79%)

    18. Calgary Flames: 79.44 (1.03%)

    19. New York Islanders: 95.41 (0.86%)

    20. Utah: 98.7 (0.83%)

    21. Nashville Predators: 110.52 (0.74%)

    22. Detroit Red Wings: 119.97 (0.68%)

    23. Columbus Blue Jackets: 121.26 (0.67%)

    24. Montreal Canadiens: 129.78 (0.63%)

    25. St. Louis Blues: 146.33 (0.56%)

    26. Pittsburgh Penguins: 196.33 (0.42%)

    27. Philadelphia Flyers: 196.75 (0.42%)

    28. Seattle Kraken: 220.34 (0.37%)

    29. Anaheim Ducks: 324.78 (0.25%)

    30. Buffalo Sabres: 363.86 (0.22%)

    31. Chicago Blackhawks: 709.57 (0.12%)

    32. San Jose Sharks: 914.7 (0.09%)

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