Colorado Avalanche vs Buffalo Sabres predictions, Jan 02, 2025

Dec 31, 2024 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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### NHL Match Preview: Colorado Avalanche vs. Buffalo Sabres (January 2, 2025)

**Venue:** Ball Arena, Denver, CO

As the NHL season progresses into January, it promises to be an exhilarating matchup when the Colorado Avalanche host the Buffalo Sabres on January 2, 2025. Both teams have shown competitive form recently, setting the stage for an engaging contest.

#### Colorado Avalanche

The Avalanche have been in solid form, winning 4 out of their last 5 matches. Their recent performances suggest they are hitting a stride, and their home advantage at Ball Arena might play a crucial role in the outcome of this game. With a household roster featuring stars capable of making game-changing plays, Colorado will look to capitalize on their offensive prowess. Their ability to convert scoring opportunities and strong defensive play will be vital components for success against the Sabres.

**Key Players:**
– Nathan MacKinnon: The Avalanche’s star forward is known for his playmaking abilities and will likely be a focal point for the team’s attack.
– Cale Makar: A key player on the blue line, Makar’s offensive contributions and defensive skills can greatly influence the game’s flow.

#### Buffalo Sabres

The Sabres come into this matchup with 3 wins in their last 5 games, demonstrating resilience and determination to push for better standings in the league. Despite being on the road, Buffalo will be confident, having shown they can compete with top-tier teams. Their blend of veteran experience and youthful energy has added depth to their lineup, making them a versatile opponent.

**Key Players:**
– Tage Thompson: An offensive powerhouse, Thompson will be crucial in generating scoring chances.
– Rasmus Dahlin: As a leading defenseman, Dahlin’s ability to transition the puck and contribute on offense can help Buffalo maintain pressure on the Avalanche.

#### Betting Odds

Bookmakers have assigned odds of 1.68 for a Colorado victory, indicating a strong prediction in their favor. The odds for a Buffalo winning stand at 4.1, reflecting their status as underdogs. With the probabilities estimations standing at 55.5% for Colorado to win, 20.2% for a draw, and 24% for Buffalo to come out on top, it’s clear that most analysts expect a Colorado win, though the Sabres cannot be discounted entirely.

#### Conclusion

Expect an electric atmosphere at Ball Arena as the Colorado Avalanche take on the Buffalo Sabres. The Avalanche will aim to leverage their home advantage and current form, while the Sabres will look to establish their game plan early to unsettle the hosts. Fans can anticipate thrilling hockey action, as both teams battle for crucial points in the league standings.

Colorado 55.9% Draw 19.8% Buffalo 24.3%

Outrights of NHL Colorado Avalanche: 6.76% Buffalo Sabres: 0.42%

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Betting Odds

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MarathonBet 1.77 4.92 3.79
Pinnacle 1.65 4.71 4.07

Latest Results

27.12.24 Utah Hockey Club – Colorado Avalanche – 1:4
22.12.24 Colorado Avalanche – Seattle Kraken – 5:2
20.12.24 Anaheim Ducks – Colorado Avalanche – 2:4
19.12.24 San Jose Sharks – Colorado Avalanche – 2:4
16.12.24 Vancouver Canucks – Colorado Avalanche – 3:1		 29.12.24 St. Louis Blues – Buffalo Sabres – 2:4
27.12.24 Buffalo Sabres – Chicago Blackhawks – 6:2
23.12.24 New York Islanders – Buffalo Sabres – 1:7
21.12.24 Boston Bruins – Buffalo Sabres – 3:1
20.12.24 Buffalo Sabres – Toronto Maple Leafs – 3:6

Facts

  • One of the leader and one of the outsider will play in this match (ranked 6 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: ) and 16).
  • Last 5 head-to-head matches Colorado won 3.
  • Colorado is in a very good shape now (in the last 5 games wins – 4).
  • Recent matches Buffalo is playing uncertain (in the last 5 games wins – 3).
  • Colorado could have advantage in physics – more days for rest in last days.
  • Recently Colorado have a series of guest games.
  • In this match Colorado is a favorite.
  • Last 20 head-to-head matches Colorado won 15 matches, drawn 0 matches, lost 5 matches and goals 77:48 (average 3.9:2.4).
  • Including matches at home between the teams Colorado won 8 matches, drawn 0 matches, lost 2 matches and goals 38:20 (average 3.8:2).

    Latest Head To Head

    03.12.24 Buffalo Sabres – Colorado Avalanche – 4:5
    13.12.23 Colorado Avalanche – Buffalo Sabres – 5:1
    29.10.23 Buffalo Sabres – Colorado Avalanche – 4:0
    15.12.22 Colorado Avalanche – Buffalo Sabres – 2:4
    01.12.22 Buffalo Sabres – Colorado Avalanche – 4:6

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Vegas Golden Knights 36 22 3 3 8 129:99 53
    2 Winnipeg Jets 37 22 4 1 10 137:91 53
    3 Minnesota Wild 37 17 5 4 11 108:101 48
    4 Los Angeles Kings 36 20 1 5 10 113:95 47
    5 Edmonton Oilers 36 14 7 3 12 117:104 45
    6 Colorado Avalanche 37 19 3 0 15 125:121 44
    7 Dallas Stars 35 19 2 1 13 112:89 43
    8 Vancouver Canucks 35 14 3 8 10 111:112 42
    9 Calgary Flames 36 12 5 7 12 98:110 41
    10 Utah 35 11 5 6 13 103:103 38
    11 St. Louis Blues 38 11 6 4 17 100:115 38
    12 Seattle Kraken 37 12 4 2 19 106:117 34
    13 Anaheim Ducks 35 10 4 4 17 88:109 32
    14 Nashville Predators 36 9 2 7 18 88:114 29
    15 San Jose Sharks 39 7 4 6 22 105:142 28
    16 Chicago Blackhawks 37 10 2 2 23 94:123 26

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 New Jersey Devils 39 23 1 3 12 130:98 51
    2 Washington Capitals 36 21 3 2 10 132:95 50
    3 Toronto Maple Leafs 37 19 3 2 13 115:105 46
    4 Florida Panthers 37 18 4 2 13 126:116 46
    5 Carolina Hurricanes 36 20 2 1 13 125:102 45
    6 Boston Bruins 38 14 6 4 14 101:115 44
    7 Tampa Bay Lightning 34 17 3 2 12 134:97 42
    8 Ottawa Senators 36 14 5 2 15 110:103 40
    9 Pittsburgh Penguins 38 11 6 5 16 118:141 39
    10 Columbus Blue Jackets 37 13 2 6 16 123:133 36
    11 Philadelphia Flyers 37 8 8 4 17 115:136 36
    12 Montreal Canadiens 36 13 3 3 17 110:125 35
    13 New York Islanders 37 11 3 7 16 101:119 35
    14 New York Rangers 35 16 0 1 18 98:108 33
    15 Detroit Red Wings 36 11 3 4 18 94:118 32
    16 Buffalo Sabres 37 11 3 4 19 114:124 32

    NHL Outrights

    1. Edmonton Oilers: 8.39 (9.9%)

    2. New Jersey Devils: 11.41 (7.29%)

    3. Florida Panthers: 11.54 (7.2%)

    4. Carolina Hurricanes: 11.6 (7.16%)

    5. Colorado Avalanche: 12.3 (6.76%)

    6. Toronto Maple Leafs: 12.91 (6.44%)

    7. Dallas Stars: 13.17 (6.31%)

    8. Vegas Golden Knights: 13.31 (6.25%)

    9. Winnipeg Jets: 15.74 (5.28%)

    10. Tampa Bay Lightning: 17.43 (4.77%)

    11. Washington Capitals: 19.87 (4.18%)

    12. Minnesota Wild: 20.67 (4.02%)

    13. Vancouver Canucks: 22.08 (3.76%)

    14. Los Angeles Kings: 22.58 (3.68%)

    15. Boston Bruins: 28.92 (2.87%)

    16. New York Rangers: 36.62 (2.27%)

    17. Ottawa Senators: 38.65 (2.15%)

    18. Utah: 68.5 (1.21%)

    19. Nashville Predators: 78.53 (1.06%)

    20. Calgary Flames: 80.39 (1.03%)

    21. St. Louis Blues: 86.13 (0.96%)

    22. New York Islanders: 91.03 (0.91%)

    23. Pittsburgh Penguins: 101.17 (0.82%)

    24. Seattle Kraken: 108.69 (0.76%)

    25. Philadelphia Flyers: 122.78 (0.68%)

    26. Detroit Red Wings: 186.23 (0.45%)

    27. Buffalo Sabres: 199.99 (0.42%)

    28. Montreal Canadiens: 204.1 (0.41%)

    29. Columbus Blue Jackets: 225.47 (0.37%)

    30. Anaheim Ducks: 291.88 (0.28%)

    31. Chicago Blackhawks: 453.13 (0.18%)

    32. San Jose Sharks: 529.92 (0.16%)

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