Chicago Blackhawks vs Buffalo Sabres Prediction, Picks & Odds | 03 Oct 2026

Chicago Blackhawks vs Buffalo Sabres Predictions

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Sabres 3-Way Moneyline @ -132

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There is merit in backing the Sabres on the 3-Way Moneyline, with our prediction being that the home team will beat the Blackhawks in 60 minutes. Especially as odds of -132 are available about this happening.

Our expert Blackhawks vs Sabres betting coverage includes our Best Bet, Same Game Parlay and Correct Score Prediction. Scroll down for the detailed analysis supporting each pick.

Chicago Blackhawks vs Buffalo Sabres Preview

The Chicago Blackhawks go up against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center, with face-off scheduled for 19:00 on Saturday, October 3.

Chicago Blackhawks have been defeated in back-to-back games. On the road, they recently suffered a 6-0 loss against Utah Mammoth at Delta Center. Hawks lost the shots on goal, 15 to 32.

Buffalo Sabres lost on the road in their last game. Columbus Blue Jackets won 6-3 at Nationwide Arena. Mattias Samuelsson, Jack Quinn and Konsta Helenius scored one goal each.

H2H: 9 Victories for Sabres in Previous 10 H2H Games

It was the Sabres who came out on top when they last played the Hawks. At United Center, a 5-1 win was recorded. The Sabres have enjoyed six consecutive victories against the Hawks. They’ve landed 9 wins from the past 10 head-to-head meetings.

Starting Goalies

Spencer Knight (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
26/27	0-1-0	4.1	.889	0
25/26	19-25-11	2.8	.902	3

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
26/27	0-1-0	5.1	.773	0
25/26	25-12-3	2.6	.904	1

2 wins, 7 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.3 goals from 23.9 shots on goal, with a 6.5% powerplay efficiency. The Hawks have given up 4.2 goals from 27.5 shots, averaging 2.5 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 72.0%.

Ilya Mikheyev is the top points scorer with 7 points, 3 goals and 4 assists, with Connor Bedard recording 7 points which were all assists. Goalie Spencer Knight have a 3.79 goal against average with a .856 save percentage.

The Sabres have 4 wins, 4 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 3.1 goals from 28.4 shots on goal, with a 17.9% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 3.6 goals from 27.4 shots, averaging 5.0 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 80.0%.

The top points scorer is Rasmus Dahlin with 13 points, 4 goals and 9 assists, while Tage Thompson is next best after having 11 points, 3 goals and 8 assists. Goalie Alex Lyon have a 3.28 GAA with a .882 SV%.

Best Bet

There is a strong case that Sabres will end up winning in regulation time and that means heading to the 60-minute line. You can get a value -132 that they triumph in this NHL encounter.

Key stats supporting our main match prediction:

• Sabres have won 11 of their last 20 games.
• Blackhawks have lost 8 of their last 10 games.
• Blackhawks have lost 4 of their last 5 games.
• Blackhawks have lost their last 3 games on the road.
• Sabres have won the last 6 games between these teams.

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Sabres 3-Way Moneyline Probability

The odds at the top betting apps suggest our pick has a 56.8% chance of winning. However, we think that the probability sits between 60-65% taking all factors into consideration. It’s the reason why we are recommending this hockey bet.

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Correct Score Prediction

Blackhawks 1 - 3 Sabres

Let’s go for the Sabres to win 3-1, a bet which is available at +1400. Correct score betting provides plenty of excitement and a potentially bigger return if you win.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Blackhawks

Sabres

1-0

Blackhawks

+6600

Sabres

+5000

2-0

Blackhawks

+5500

Sabres

+3500

2-1

Blackhawks

+1400

Sabres

+1300

3-0

Blackhawks

+5000

Sabres

+2200

3-1

Blackhawks

+2200

Sabres

+1400

3-2

Blackhawks

+1000

Sabres

+850

4-0

Blackhawks

+1000

Sabres

+2900

4-1

Blackhawks

+2500

Sabres

+1300

4-2

Blackhawks

+2000

Sabres

+1200

4-3

Blackhawks

+1150

Sabres

+950

5-0

Blackhawks

+1150

Sabres

+4500

5-1

Blackhawks

+5500

Sabres

+1800

5-2

Blackhawks

+2900

Sabres

+1200

5-3

Blackhawks

+3000

Sabres

+1600

5-4

Blackhawks

+1800

Sabres

+1500

6-0

Blackhawks

+1800

Sabres

+6600

6-1

Blackhawks

+1800

Sabres

+2800

6-2

Blackhawks

+1800

Sabres

+2000

6-3

Blackhawks

+5500

Sabres

+1900

6-4

Blackhawks

+7000

Sabres

+3500

6-5

Blackhawks

+5000

Sabres

+4000

7-1

Blackhawks

+5000

Sabres

+4500

7-2

Blackhawks

+5000

Sabres

+3500

7-3

Blackhawks

+5000

Sabres

+4500

7-4

Blackhawks

+5000

Sabres

+5500

8-2

Blackhawks

+5000

Sabres

+6600

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Chicago Blackhawks 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.

The latest Moneyline betting odds give Buffalo Sabres a 70% chance of winning this game which means they’re overwhelming -233 favorites with the sportsbooks. The market suggests that Chicago Blackhawks are least likely to win at +188.

The puck line is 1.5 and the total goals line is currently 6.5. A Totals bet relates to the number of goals that will be scored overall. If you fancy Over 6.5, this outcome can be backed at +104.

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Moneyline

Blackhawks

+188

Sabres

-233

3-Way Moneyline

Blackhawks

+310

Tie

+310

Sabres

-132

Puck Line

Blackhawks +1.5

-128

Sabres -1.5

+104

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-128

Over 6.5

+104

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Chicago Blackhawks Stats

Buffalo Sabres Stats

Moneyline

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

Moneyline

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

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 3 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 6.50 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 5.90 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 5 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 2.30 goals and allowed 4.20 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.00 pts and allowed 3.90 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.70 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.00 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 3 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.10 goals and allowed 3.60 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 2.90 goals and allowed 3.10 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.2
• Shots: 23.9
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 2.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 5.3
• Blocks: 11
• Faceoff Wins : 23.5
• Hits: 12.4
• Giveaways: 15.3
• Takeaways: 4.8

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 25.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 8
• Blocks: 12
• Faceoff Wins : 23.7
• Hits: 12.5
• Giveaways: 14.9
• Takeaways: 4.1

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1
• Shots: 28.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 14.3
• Blocks: 15.4
• Faceoff Wins : 27.3
• Hits: 25.1
• Giveaways: 15.2
• Takeaways: 3.8

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 29.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 12.5
• Blocks: 17.5
• Faceoff Wins : 26.9
• Hits: 28.4
• Giveaways: 14
• Takeaways: 3.7

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Starting Lineups

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