Buffalo Sabres vs Columbus Blue Jackets Prediction, Picks & Odds | 01 Oct 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Sabres vs Blue Jackets

The Buffalo Sabres square off against the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena, with face-off scheduled for 19:00 on Thursday, October 1.

If you’re looking for a value wager, then -110 that the Sabres beat the Blue Jackets certainly stands out. We’re expecting the visitors to triumph on the Moneyline and there are nice odds available.

Buffalo Sabres were beaten 3-2 (OT) at KeyBank Center in their previous game, being turned over at home to Montreal Canadiens. Rasmus Dahlin and Jordan Greenway each scored one goal.

Columbus Blue Jackets lost when they last took to the ice. At Nationwide Arena, they were turned over 2-1 at home to Washington Capitals. Blue Jackets had 28 shots and Boone Jenner scored the only goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The scoreline was 5-0 in favor of the Sabres when they last played the Blue Jackets, with the encounter taking place at KeyBank Center. Each franchise has landed five wins in the previous 10 games between these teams.

Starting Goalies

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
25/26	25-12-3	2.6	.904	1

Jet Greaves (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
25/26	26-19-9	2.6	.908	2

5 wins, 3 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 3.4 goals from 29.3 shots on goal, with a 17.5% powerplay efficiency. The Sabres have been giving up 3.1 goals from 27.5 shots, averaging 5.0 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 84.0%.

Rasmus Dahlin is the top points scorer with 13 points, 4 goals and 9 assists, with Tage Thompson racking up 12 points, 3 goals and 9 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie Alex Lyon have a 2.93 goal against average with a .893 save percentage.

The Blue Jackets have 2 wins, 7 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.0 goals from 26.8 shots on goal, with a 9.4% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 3.3 goals from 28.1 shots, averaging 3.1 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 67.7%.

The top points scorer is Mason Marchment with 9 points, 2 goals and 7 assists, while Kirill Marchenko is next best after registering 8 points, 2 goals and 6 assists. Goalie Jet Greaves have a 2.87 GAA with a .896 SV%.

Buffalo Sabres vs Columbus Blue Jackets Prediction & Picks

We’ve got your Buffalo Sabres vs Columbus Blue Jackets bets covered, including our expert match prediction, correct score recommendation and a hand-picked bet builder tailored for value.

Game Prediction

There is a strong case that Buffalo Sabres will end up winning and that means heading to the Moneyline. You can get a value -110 that they triumph in this NHL clash.

The handicappers at Sportsgambler.com always keep close tabs on team news as it develops. We also rely on recent form and key NHL stats to help shape our hockey predictions and guide the final call.

Key Sabres vs Blue Jackets stats:

• Sabres have won 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
• Sabres have won 15 of their last 20 games on the road.
• Sabres have won 2 consecutive games on the road.
• Blue Jackets have lost their last 6 games at home.
• Blue Jackets have lost 8 of their last 10 games.
• Blue Jackets have lost 12 of their last 20 games.

Sabres Moneyline Probability

Based on the odds from the top NHL sportsbooks, there’s a 52.4% likelihood of our pick delivering a return. Our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be 55-60%. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.

We’d recommend taking a look at betting selections for the Match Winner & Total Goals, 3-Way Moneyline and Puck Line if you’re interested in siding with Buffalo but want a bigger price.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Sabres 4 - 2 Blue Jackets

We’re taking a chance on the Sabres to achieve a 4-2 winning scoreline. Odds of +1400 means we can place a smaller stake and still achieve a nice return.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Sabres

Blue Jackets

1-0

Sabres

+5000

Blue Jackets

+5500

2-0

Sabres

+4000

Blue Jackets

+4500

2-1

Sabres

+1300

Blue Jackets

+1400

3-0

Sabres

+2900

Blue Jackets

+3300

3-1

Sabres

+1500

Blue Jackets

+1600

3-2

Sabres

+900

Blue Jackets

+900

4-0

Sabres

+4000

Blue Jackets

+4500

4-1

Sabres

+1500

Blue Jackets

+1500

4-2

Sabres

+1400

Blue Jackets

+1400

4-3

Sabres

+1050

Blue Jackets

+1050

5-1

Sabres

+2500

Blue Jackets

+3000

5-2

Sabres

+1600

Blue Jackets

+1600

5-3

Sabres

+2000

Blue Jackets

+2000

5-4

Sabres

+1600

Blue Jackets

+1600

6-1

Sabres

+5500

Blue Jackets

+5000

6-2

Sabres

+3300

Blue Jackets

+3300

6-3

Sabres

+2900

Blue Jackets

+2800

6-4

Sabres

+4500

Blue Jackets

+4500

6-5

Sabres

+4000

Blue Jackets

+4000

7-2

Sabres

+4000

Blue Jackets

+6600

7-3

Sabres

+4000

Blue Jackets

+6000

7-4

Sabres

+6600

Blue Jackets

+6600

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Buffalo Sabres vs Columbus Blue Jackets 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.

You can choose whether Columbus Blue Jackets or Buffalo Sabres are the pick at -110. The leading sportsbooks aren’t able to split the two teams and therefore give them the same probability of landing a return.

The puck line is calculated to be 1.5, while total goals comes in at 6.5. A Totals wager is always available and can often provide value selections. The Over 6.5 selection is available to back at +106.

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Moneyline

Sabres

-110

Blue Jackets

-110

3-Way Moneyline

Sabres

+145

Tie

+310

Blue Jackets

+148

Puck Line

Sabres -1.5

+220

Blue Jackets +1.5

-294

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-130

Over 6.5

+106

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Buffalo Sabres Stats

Columbus Blue Jackets Stats

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 9 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 6.70 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 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.40 goals and allowed 3.10 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.90 pts and allowed 2.80 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 6.10 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 4 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 2.10 goals and allowed 3.40 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.10 goals and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1
• Shots: 29.3
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 15
• Blocks: 15.1
• Faceoff Wins : 26.4
• Hits: 25.2
• Giveaways: 15.1
• Takeaways: 4

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 29.1
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 5.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.4
• Penalty Minutes: 16.9
• Blocks: 10.4
• Faceoff Wins : 27.9
• Hits: 22.8
• Giveaways: 14.1
• Takeaways: 4.9

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 26.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.1
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 6.8
• Blocks: 14.8
• Faceoff Wins : 27.2
• Hits: 17.3
• Giveaways: 15.4
• Takeaways: 5

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 28
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.1
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 7.1
• Blocks: 12.1
• Faceoff Wins : 27.5
• Hits: 15.1
• Giveaways: 14.1
• Takeaways: 5

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Starting Lineups

Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of face-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.

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