Dallas Stars vs Buffalo Sabres Prediction, Picks & Odds | 08 Oct 2026

Dallas Stars vs Buffalo Sabres Predictions

Best Bet

Sabres Moneyline @ -106

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We’re keeping our prediction nice and simple by heading to the Moneyline. Take the -106 that the Sabres are able to secure a victory over the Stars.

For Stars vs Sabres, our betting coverage includes our Best Bet, Same Game Parlay and Correct Score Prediction. Explore the complete analysis behind each pick further down the page.

Dallas Stars vs Buffalo Sabres Preview

The Dallas Stars meet the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center, with face-off scheduled for 19:00 on Thursday, October 8.

Dallas Stars previous game saw them claim a 5-0 home win over San Jose Sharks at American Airlines Center. Miro Heiskanen was one of five different players on the scoresheet. Jake Oettinger made 14 saves for his shutout.

Buffalo Sabres have enjoyed back-to-back wins, most recently beating Minnesota Wild 3-2 (OT). It was a home success at KeyBank Center. Tage Thompson, Owen Power and Noah Oestlund scored one goal apiece.

H2H: 7 Wins in Last 10 H2H Clashes for Stars

It was a 4-3 win for the Stars at KeyBank Center when they last played the Sabres. The Stars have triumphed in seven of the previous 10 clashes between these teams.

Starting Goalies

Jake Oettinger (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
26/27	1-1-0	1	.943	1
25/26	37-16-6	2.6	.899	4

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
26/27	1-1-0	4	.784	0
25/26	25-12-3	2.6	.904	1

4 wins, 5 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.4 goals from 29.5 shots on goal, with a 25.0% powerplay efficiency. The Stars have been giving up 3.2 goals from 26.9 shots, averaging 4.4 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 86.4%.

Jason Robertson is the top points scorer with 10 points, 6 goals and 4 assists, with Matt Duchene racking up 9 points, 2 goals and 7 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie Jake Oettinger have a 2.46 goal against average with a .899 save percentage, including one shutout.

The Sabres have 5 wins, 4 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.3 goals from 28.8 shots on goal, with a 17.0% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 3.8 goals from 25.4 shots, averaging 5.2 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 78.9%.

The top points scorer is Tage Thompson with 12 points, 5 goals and 7 assists, while Rasmus Dahlin is next in line after having 12 points, 4 goals and 8 assists. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen have a 3.17 GAA with a .866 SV%.

Best Bet

We’re keeping things simple by wagering Sabres on the Moneyline. They should get the better of their opponents in this NHL clash and our pick is available at odds of -106.

Key stats supporting our main match prediction:

• Sabres have won 12 of their last 20 games.
• Sabres have won 3 of their last 5 games.
• Sabres have won 2 consecutive games.
• Stars have lost 4 of their last 5 games.
• Stars have lost 6 of their last 10 games.
• Stars have lost their last 3 games on the road.

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Sabres Moneyline Probability

The best betting apps imply that our pick has a 51.5% prospect of winning. However, we have this number between 55-60% based on our in-depth research. This hockey wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Correct Score Prediction

Stars 1 - 3 Sabres

We’re taking a chance on the Sabres to achieve a 3-1 winning scoreline. Odds of +1600 means we can place a smaller stake and still achieve a nice return.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Stars

Sabres

1-0

Stars

+4500

Sabres

+5000

2-0

Stars

+3500

Sabres

+4000

2-1

Stars

+1300

Sabres

+1300

3-0

Stars

+2900

Sabres

+3300

3-1

Stars

+1500

Sabres

+1600

3-2

Stars

+900

Sabres

+850

4-0

Stars

+4000

Sabres

+4500

4-1

Stars

+1500

Sabres

+1600

4-2

Stars

+1400

Sabres

+1400

4-3

Stars

+1000

Sabres

+1050

5-1

Stars

+2800

Sabres

+2900

5-2

Stars

+1600

Sabres

+1600

5-3

Stars

+2200

Sabres

+2200

5-4

Stars

+1600

Sabres

+1600

6-1

Stars

+5500

Sabres

+5500

6-2

Stars

+4000

Sabres

+3500

6-3

Stars

+3000

Sabres

+2900

6-4

Stars

+5000

Sabres

+5000

6-5

Stars

+4000

Sabres

+4000

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Dallas Stars 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.

If you want to bet on Buffalo Sabres, then Moneyline odds of -106 are on offer, although Dallas Stars are a -114 chance. The sportsbooks give the home team a 52% chance of winning this game.

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’re wanting to back Over 6.5, the odds are +112.

Consider every angle when placing your bets. The best NHL sportsbooks offer a huge selection of game lines and team props and it’s all about finding a wager which matches your prediction of the clash.

Moneyline

Stars

-114

Sabres

-106

3-Way Moneyline

Stars

+143

Tie

+320

Sabres

+150

Puck Line

Stars -1.5

+194

Sabres +1.5

-244

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-141

Over 6.5

+112

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Dallas Stars Stats

Buffalo Sabres Stats

Moneyline

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

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 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 2 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 1 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.70 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.40 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 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.50 goals and allowed 3.20 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.00 pts and allowed 3.40 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 7.10 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 4 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.30 goals and allowed 3.80 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 2.70 goals and allowed 3.40 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1.1
• Shots: 29.5
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 4.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 9.3
• Blocks: 16.6
• Faceoff Wins : 29.8
• Hits: 25.8
• Giveaways: 12.9
• Takeaways: 4

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 1.1
• Shots: 28.1
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 7
• Blocks: 13.2
• Faceoff Wins : 27.4
• Hits: 22.2
• Giveaways: 13.7
• Takeaways: 4.4

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.9
• Shots: 28.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 5.2
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 14.7
• Blocks: 14.9
• Faceoff Wins : 28.4
• Hits: 23.8
• Giveaways: 15.1
• Takeaways: 3.9

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 29.9
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 11.5
• Blocks: 18.3
• Faceoff Wins : 27.7
• Hits: 28.8
• Giveaways: 15.7
• Takeaways: 3.5

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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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