Boston Bruins vs Buffalo Sabres Prediction, Picks & Odds | 19 Apr 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Bruins vs Sabres

The Boston Bruins meet the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center, with face-off scheduled for 19:30 on Sunday, April 19.

We’re keeping our prediction simple which is the Sabres to secure a victory in 60 minutes. The home team should have the edge over the Bruins and the 3-Way Moneyline offers an attractive +102.

Boston Bruins have won their previous two games. The latest was a 4-0 home triumph at TD Garden against New Jersey Devils. Mark Kastelic registered two goals, with Morgan Geekie and Viktor Arvidsson also finding the net. Jeremy Swayman made 21 saves for his shutout.

Buffalo Sabres lost when they last took to the ice. At KeyBank Center, they were turned over 4-3 (SO) at home to Dallas Stars. Josh Norris, Zach Benson and Alex Tuch scored one goal each.

Head-to-Head Statistics

It was the Bruins who came out on top when they last played the Sabres. At KeyBank Center, a 4-3 win was recorded. There has been five wins apiece in the past 10 H2H meetings.

Starting Goalies

Jeremy Swayman (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	31-18-4	2.7	.907	2
23/24	25-10-7	2.53	.916	3

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	22-9-3	2.5	.909	1
23/24	27-22-4	2.57	.910	5

5 wins, 3 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 3.1 goals from 25.4 shots on goal, with a 16.0% powerplay efficiency. The Bruins have been giving up 2.6 goals from 27.4 shots, averaging 3.1 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 83.9%.

Viktor Arvidsson is the top points scorer with 12 points, 5 goals and 7 assists, with Pavel Zacha recording 11 points, 6 goals and 5 assists, over the last 10 games. Goalie Jeremy Swayman have a 2.63 goal against average with a .902 save percentage, including one shutout.

The Sabres have 6 wins, 3 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.3 goals from 29.1 shots on goal, with a 7.5% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 2.9 goals from 26.0 shots, averaging 4.5 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 84.4%.

The top points scorer is Rasmus Dahlin with 9 points, 4 goals and 5 assists, while Josh Norris is next best after registering 9 points, 3 goals and 6 assists. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen have a 2.15 GAA with a .910 SV%.

Boston Bruins vs Buffalo Sabres Prediction & Picks

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Game Prediction

We can’t resist going for Buffalo Sabres on the 60-minute line, with our pick made with confidence and there is +102 available that they win this NHL clash in regulation time.

Recent form is always part of the equation and we combine it with team news as soon as it’s available. To deliver expert hockey picks, our handicappers also analyze the latest NHL stats to ensure we’re working with the best information possible.

Key Bruins vs Sabres stats:

• Sabres have won 4 of their last 5 games.
• Sabres have won 13 of their last 20 games.
• Bruins have lost 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
• Bruins have lost 14 of their last 20 games on the road.

Sabres 3-Way Moneyline Probability

The top betting apps make it a 49.5% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our analysts think that the probability sits between 55-60% taking all factors into consideration. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Jack Quinn Over 2.5 Shots -135

Jack Quinn (Sabres) has fired Over 2.5 shots on goal in 5 straight home games. We think it’s achievable that he will cover the Shots on Goal line and there are odds of -135 available.

Latest Jack Quinn Player Prop Odds

Goals

Anytime

+260

First

+1600

Assists

Over 0.5

+160

Under 0.5

-222

Shots on Goal

Over 2.5

-135

Under 2.5

-100

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Correct Score Prediction

Bruins 2 - 4 Sabres

There are odds of +1200 available that the Sabres land a 4-2 win. We like the correct score option as there’s a nice reward if you can accurately predict the outcome.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Bruins

Sabres

1-0

Bruins

+5500

Sabres

+5000

2-0

Bruins

+4500

Sabres

+3500

2-1

Bruins

+1500

Sabres

+1300

3-0

Bruins

+3300

Sabres

+2500

3-1

Bruins

+1800

Sabres

+1400

3-2

Bruins

+1050

Sabres

+900

4-0

Bruins

+5500

Sabres

+3400

4-1

Bruins

+1700

Sabres

+1300

4-2

Bruins

+1500

Sabres

+1200

4-3

Bruins

+1200

Sabres

+1000

5-0

Bruins

+1200

Sabres

+5000

5-1

Bruins

+3500

Sabres

+2000

5-2

Bruins

+2000

Sabres

+1300

5-3

Bruins

+2400

Sabres

+1700

5-4

Bruins

+1900

Sabres

+1600

6-1

Bruins

+1900

Sabres

+4000

6-2

Bruins

+5000

Sabres

+2500

6-3

Bruins

+3500

Sabres

+2200

6-4

Bruins

+5000

Sabres

+4000

6-5

Bruins

+5000

Sabres

+4000

7-1

Bruins

+5000

Sabres

+6000

7-2

Bruins

+5000

Sabres

+5500

7-3

Bruins

+5000

Sabres

+5000

7-4

Bruins

+5000

Sabres

+6000

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Boston Bruins vs Buffalo Sabres Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Buffalo Sabres are regarded as having a 62% chance of winning this game according to the latest betting odds. The sportsbooks have priced them up at -164. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +136 about Boston Bruins.

1.5 is the puck line and 6.5 is the total goals line. Hockey bettors regularly enjoy the opportunity to wager on Totals. If you’re wanting to back Over 6.5, the odds are +106.

The best NHL sportsbooks offer a wide variety of game lines and team props for every matchup, with plenty of options available both before and during the game. Be sure to explore all the lines and odds before placing your bets.

Moneyline

Bruins

+136

Sabres

-164

3-Way Moneyline

Bruins

+205

Tie

+350

Sabres

-100

Puck Line

Bruins +1.5

-175

Sabres -1.5

+142

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-130

Over 6.5

+106

The Anytime Goalscorer betting indicates that Tage Thompson has odds of +145. He is available at +1000 to find the net first which makes him favorite.

Player Goals

Tage Thompson (Sabres)

First

+145

Anytime

+1000

David Pastrnak (Bruins)

First

+180

Anytime

+1150

Alex Tuch (Sabres)

First

+200

Anytime

+1300

Morgan Geekie (Bruins)

First

+260

Anytime

+1600

Jack Quinn (Sabres)

First

+260

Anytime

+1600

Jason Zucker (Sabres)

First

+260

Anytime

+1650

Viktor Arvidsson (Bruins)

First

+260

Anytime

+1650

Josh Norris (Sabres)

First

+300

Anytime

+1850

Pavel Zacha (Bruins)

First

+310

Anytime

+1900

Rasmus Dahlin (Sabres)

First

+340

Anytime

+2000

Josh Doan (Sabres)

First

+350

Anytime

+2000

Elias Lindholm (Bruins)

First

+375

Anytime

+2200

Zach Benson (Sabres)

First

+400

Anytime

+2200

Fraser Minten (Bruins)

First

+400

Anytime

+2200

Casey Mittelstadt (Bruins)

First

+450

Anytime

+2500

Peyton Krebs (Sabres)

First

+475

Anytime

+2500

Ryan McLeod (Sabres)

First

+475

Anytime

+2500

Bowen Byram (Sabres)

First

+500

Anytime

+2800

Charlie McAvoy (Bruins)

First

+600

Anytime

+3300

Marat Khusnutdinov (Bruins)

First

+625

Anytime

+3500

Mark Kastelic (Bruins)

First

+825

Anytime

+4000

Mattias Samuelsson (Sabres)

First

+900

Anytime

+4500

Hampus Lindholm (Bruins)

First

+900

Anytime

+4500

Beck Malenstyn (Sabres)

First

+900

Anytime

+4500

Jordan Greenway (Sabres)

First

+1000

Anytime

+4500

Sean Kuraly (Bruins)

First

+1000

Anytime

+4500

Tanner Jeannot (Bruins)

First

+1000

Anytime

+5000

Owen Power (Sabres)

First

+1050

Anytime

+5500

Logan Stanley (Sabres)

First

+1400

Anytime

+5500

Mason Lohrei (Bruins)

First

+1500

Anytime

+6600

Player Assists

Rasmus Dahlin (Sabres)

Over 0.5

-130

Under 0.5

-100

David Pastrnak (Bruins)

Over 0.5

-100

Under 0.5

-135

Tage Thompson (Sabres)

Over 0.5

+110

Under 0.5

-145

Charlie McAvoy (Bruins)

Over 0.5

+120

Under 0.5

-161

Jack Quinn (Sabres)

Over 0.5

+160

Under 0.5

-222

Pavel Zacha (Bruins)

Over 0.5

+170

Under 0.5

-233

Bowen Byram (Sabres)

Over 0.5

+190

Under 0.5

-250

Josh Norris (Sabres)

Over 0.5

+200

Under 0.5

-286

Elias Lindholm (Bruins)

Over 0.5

+200

Under 0.5

-286

Alex Tuch (Sabres)

Over 0.5

+210

Under 0.5

-294

Jason Zucker (Sabres)

Over 0.5

+210

Under 0.5

-294

Viktor Arvidsson (Bruins)

Over 0.5

+210

Under 0.5

-303

Morgan Geekie (Bruins)

Over 0.5

+220

Under 0.5

-303

Zach Benson (Sabres)

Over 0.5

+220

Under 0.5

-303

Casey Mittelstadt (Bruins)

Over 0.5

+225

Under 0.5

-323

Ryan McLeod (Sabres)

Over 0.5

+230

Under 0.5

-323

Josh Doan (Sabres)

Over 0.5

+300

Under 0.5

-455

Mattias Samuelsson (Sabres)

Over 0.5

+310

Under 0.5

-455

Owen Power (Sabres)

Over 0.5

+310

Under 0.5

-455

Hampus Lindholm (Bruins)

Over 0.5

+325

Under 0.5

-500

Fraser Minten (Bruins)

Over 0.5

+375

Under 0.5

-625

Player Shots

Tage Thompson (Sabres)

Over 3.5

-110

Under 3.5

-120

David Pastrnak (Bruins)

Over 3.5

+110

Under 3.5

-149

Viktor Arvidsson (Bruins)

Over 2.5

+125

Under 2.5

-175

Rasmus Dahlin (Sabres)

Over 2.5

-105

Under 2.5

-130

Jack Quinn (Sabres)

Over 2.5

-135

Under 2.5

-100

Alex Tuch (Sabres)

Over 2.5

-110

Under 2.5

-125

Jason Zucker (Sabres)

Over 1.5

-200

Under 1.5

+145

Morgan Geekie (Bruins)

Over 1.5

-189

Under 1.5

+140

Josh Norris (Sabres)

Over 1.5

-120

Under 1.5

-110

Pavel Zacha (Bruins)

Over 1.5

-120

Under 1.5

-115

Josh Doan (Sabres)

Over 1.5

-145

Under 1.5

+105

Elias Lindholm (Bruins)

Over 1.5

-154

Under 1.5

+115

Zach Benson (Sabres)

Over 1.5

-130

Under 1.5

-105

Fraser Minten (Bruins)

Over 1.5

-100

Under 1.5

-135

Bowen Byram (Sabres)

Over 1.5

+125

Under 1.5

-164

Charlie McAvoy (Bruins)

Over 1.5

-110

Under 1.5

-125

Mattias Samuelsson (Sabres)

Over 1.5

+130

Under 1.5

-185

Hampus Lindholm (Bruins)

Over 1.5

+140

Under 1.5

-189

Owen Power (Sabres)

Over 1.5

+130

Under 1.5

-175

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Boston Bruins Stats

Buffalo Sabres Stats

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 9 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 9 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 3 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.80 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 5.80 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.20 goals and allowed 2.60 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.80 pts and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.40 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.10 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.40 goals and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.40 goals and allowed 2.70 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 25.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.1
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 7.1
• Blocks: 12.8
• Faceoff Wins : 32.8
• Hits: 18.3
• Giveaways: 17.7
• Takeaways: 4

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 26
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 8.4
• Blocks: 13
• Faceoff Wins : 31.7
• Hits: 20.6
• Giveaways: 17.5
• Takeaways: 3.8

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 29.1
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.4
• Penalty Minutes: 11.7
• Blocks: 11.4
• Faceoff Wins : 27.3
• Hits: 21.8
• Giveaways: 14.8
• Takeaways: 4.6

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 29.1
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.4
• Penalty Minutes: 11.3
• Blocks: 14.8
• Faceoff Wins : 26.4
• Hits: 22.6
• Giveaways: 14.4
• Takeaways: 4.6

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Starting Lineups

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