Buffalo Sabres vs Calgary Flames Prediction, Picks & Odds | 08 Dec 2025

NHL Betting Preview: Sabres vs Flames

The Buffalo Sabres square off against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome, with face-off scheduled for 21:00 on Monday, December 8.

It’s time to side with the Flames to secure a victory over the Sabres. They should have the upper hand and the -111 for our Moneyline prediction looks a great price.

Buffalo Sabres have been defeated in back-to-back games. On the road, they recently suffered a 4-1 loss against Winnipeg Jets at Canada Life Centre. Sabres racked up 35 shots but only scored one goal in the process. It was Jason Zucker who found the net.

Calgary Flames were winners last time out. Their 2-0 victory against Utah Mammoth at Scotiabank Saddledome was their third straight home triumph. Yegor Sharangovich and Connor Zary scored one goal each. Dustin Wolf got a shutout making 27 saves.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Flames have claimed back-to-back victories over the Sabres. At Scotiabank Saddledome they won 5-2 before winning 6-2 at KeyBank Center. The past 10 clashes between these teams have seen six Flames wins.

Starting Goalies

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	19-8-3	2.6	.909	1
23/24	27-22-4	2.57	.910	5

Dustin Wolf (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	22-26-3	3	.896	2
23/24	7-7-1	3.16	.893	0

5 wins and 5 losses, averaging 3.2 goals from 31.1 shots on goal, with a 18.2% powerplay efficiency. The Sabres have given up 3.2 goals from 26.9 shots, averaging 2.7 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 85.2%.

Jason Zucker is the top points scorer with 9 points, 5 goals and 4 assists, with Alex Tuch racking up 8 points, 2 goals and 6 assists, over the last 10 games. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen have a 2.22 goal against average with a .906 save percentage.

The Flames have 6 wins, 3 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.8 goals from 27.4 shots on goal, with a 12.5% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.6 goals from 27.7 shots, averaging 4.7 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 97.9%.

The top points scorer is Rasmus Andersson with 13 points, 3 goals and 10 assists, while Nazem Kadri is next in line after having 12 points, 1 goal and 11 assists. Goalie Devin Cooley have a 2.46 GAA with a .908 SV%.

Buffalo Sabres vs Calgary Flames Prediction & Picks

Your complete Buffalo Sabres vs Calgary Flames betting guide is here, including our go-to match prediction, scoreline call, standout prop selections and a customized bet builder.

Game Prediction

We’re keeping our pick nice and simple by heading to the Moneyline. Take the -111 that Calgary Flames are able to secure a victory in this NHL encounter.

It’s important to know which players are unavailable for the upcoming action along with the current form of each NHL franchise. If you're after stats, you're in the right place because they form the foundation of our hockey picks.

Key Sabres vs Flames stats:

• Flames have won 4 of their last 5 games at home.
• Flames have won 6 of their last 10 games.
• Flames have won 3 consecutive games at home.
• Sabres have lost 8 of their last 10 games on the road.
• Sabres have lost 15 of their last 20 games on the road.
• Sabres have lost their last 2 games.
• Flames have won the last 2 games between these teams.

Flames Moneyline Probability

The best betting sites are estimating that there is a 52.6% likelihood of this pick winning. However, our analysts have this number between 55-60% based on their in-depth research. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this hockey wager.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Jason Zucker Over 1.5 Shots -164

Jason Zucker (Sabres) has totaled Over 1.5 shots on goal in 3 straight games. If you agree with our verdict that he can cover the line again, then you can land odds of -164 that this happens.

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Correct Score Prediction

Sabres 3 - 5 Flames

The Flames can be backed to win 5-3 when it comes to the correct score. We’ll go for the +2200 that this happens and hopefully we’ll get a good run for our money.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Sabres

Flames

1-0

Sabres

+5000

Flames

+5500

2-0

Sabres

+5000

Flames

+5000

2-1

Sabres

+1400

Flames

+1400

3-0

Sabres

+3300

Flames

+3400

3-1

Sabres

+1900

Flames

+1900

3-2

Sabres

+850

Flames

+850

4-0

Sabres

+4500

Flames

+4000

4-1

Sabres

+1600

Flames

+1600

4-2

Sabres

+1600

Flames

+1600

4-3

Sabres

+1000

Flames

+1000

5-0

Sabres

+7500

Flames

+7500

5-1

Sabres

+2800

Flames

+2500

5-2

Sabres

+1700

Flames

+1700

5-3

Sabres

+2400

Flames

+2200

5-4

Sabres

+2000

Flames

+1900

6-0

Sabres

+11000

Flames

+11000

6-1

Sabres

+6600

Flames

+6000

6-2

Sabres

+3400

Flames

+3300

6-3

Sabres

+3000

Flames

+2900

6-4

Sabres

+5000

Flames

+4500

6-5

Sabres

+5000

Flames

+4500

7-1

Sabres

+11000

Flames

+10000

7-2

Sabres

+9000

Flames

+8000

7-3

Sabres

+6000

Flames

+5500

7-4

Sabres

+6600

Flames

+6600

7-5

Sabres

+11000

Flames

+10000

7-6

Sabres

+11000

Flames

+11000

8-2

Sabres

+14000

Flames

+14000

8-3

Sabres

+14000

Flames

+14000

8-4

Sabres

+12000

Flames

+11000

8-5

Sabres

+14000

Flames

+14000

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Buffalo Sabres vs Calgary Flames 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.

The sportsbooks are expecting a tight game. They can’t split Calgary Flames and Buffalo Sabres according to the latest Moneyline betting odds. Both teams can be backed at -110 and it’s a case of working out the most likely winner.

There is a puck line of 1.5 and total goals has a line of 6.5. A Totals bet relates to the number of goals that will be scored overall. If you want to back Over 6.5, it’s +108.

There’s no shortage of betting options, with a wide range of game lines and team props offered for every matchup. Explore the top NHL sportsbooks to find the picks that deliver the best value.

Moneyline

Sabres

-110

Flames

-110

3-Way Moneyline

Sabres

+150

Tie

+310

Flames

+143

Puck Line

Sabres +1.5

-278

Flames -1.5

+220

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-132

Over 6.5

+108

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Buffalo Sabres Stats

Calgary Flames Stats

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 2 wins and 8 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 5 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.50 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 7.10 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 5.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 on the Road: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.30 goals and allowed 3.20 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.70 pts and allowed 4.40 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.50 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 4.30 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 5.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.90 goals and allowed 2.60 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 2.60 goals and allowed 1.70 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 31.1
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 2.7
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 7.9
• Blocks: 14.3
• Faceoff Wins : 25.8
• Hits: 19.1
• Giveaways: 14.6
• Takeaways: 5.7

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 28.3
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.7
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 11.5
• Blocks: 12.2
• Faceoff Wins : 25
• Hits: 20
• Giveaways: 17.7
• Takeaways: 6.1

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 27.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 4.7
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 16.4
• Blocks: 13.5
• Faceoff Wins : 30.4
• Hits: 22.4
• Giveaways: 15.9
• Takeaways: 4.1

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 31.6
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.4
• Penalty Minutes: 9.3
• Blocks: 17.1
• Faceoff Wins : 28.5
• Hits: 21.2
• Giveaways: 14.8
• Takeaways: 4.2

Injuries & Suspensions

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