Free NHL Prediction: Red Wings vs. Sabres Odds
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NHL Handicapping Analysis:
(10-13-4) Detroit Red Wings vs. Buffalo Sabres (11-13-3)
- NHL Starting Goalies: Sebastian Cossa vs. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen
Date: Monday, December 9th
Time: 7:00 PM EST
Venue: KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY
NHL Puckline Betting Lines: Red Wings +1.5 | Sabres -1.5 (Bet Now!)
Hockey Moneyline Odds: Red Wings +121 | Sabres -142
NHL Total: O/U 6
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Sebastian Cossa vs. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen
Tonight’s clash features two young netminders aiming to prove their worth: Sebastian Cossa for the Wings and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen for the Sabres. Detroit’s 2021 first-round pick, Cossa, is expected to get the nod after taking most of Sunday’s special teams reps. With Husso likely resting and Lyon and Talbot still sidelined, all eyes are on Cossa to deliver.
Meanwhile, Buffalo is in a full-on nosedive. Six straight losses. Outscored 21-11 during that stretch. Luukkonen, despite his undeniable talent, hasn’t won since November 22 and has been lit up for 18 goals in five games. Yikes!
In the head-to-head series between these two teams, the Red Wings had the upper hand, achieving a 3-1-0 record. Against the puck line, the Red Wings went 3-1.
Neither keeper is confirmed for tonight, but more than a couple outlets have said they’ll be in between the pipes on Monday.
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While Detroit’s not exactly flying high, Buffalo’s tailspin is hard to ignore. If you’re betting, it’s tough to trust UPL right now. Buckle up—this game could be wild!
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Detroit Red Wings
Detroit improved to 10-13-4 with a 2-1 victory over the Sabres. The Red Wings fell behind in the first period, but Dylan Larkin’s two goals in the second period turned things around.
As -1.5 goal favorites, Detroit didn’t cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score reached only 3.
Detroit Red Wings Stats
Detroit’s offense was held scoreless in the first period before Dylan Larkin netted his 6th and 7th goals of the season, both on power plays. Larkin took 4 shots on goal, with his first strike coming 7:49 into the second period and the second following at 14:38.
The Red Wings fired 23 shots on goal and had 15 giveaways. Patrick Kane picked up his 6th assist on Larkin’s first goal, while Alex DeBrincat added his 4th assist, and Lucas Raymond notched his 10th assist on the second goal.
Detroit’s defense gave up the first goal at 11:39 of the opening period, but they shut down Buffalo the rest of the way, leading to a 2-1 win. Cam Talbot made 31 saves with a 96.9% save percentage, and the defense added 4 takeaways, 11 hits, and 16 blocks.
Buffalo Sabres
Buffalo’s 2-1 loss to the Red Wings dropped them to 11-13-3 this season. The Sabres were the underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short of that number.
Alex Tuch put the Sabres on the board first with a short-handed goal at 11:39 in the first period. However, Detroit responded with two power-play goals in the second period, sealing the game. Buffalo failed to register an assist in the game and had 13 giveaways.
Buffalo Sabres Stats
Buffalo fired 32 shots on goal but managed just one in their 2-1 loss to the Red Wings. Alex Tuch netted his 5th of the season, scoring shorthanded at 11:39 in the first period. The Sabres recorded 13 giveaways and no assists.
After Tuch’s goal, the Sabres were shut out for the rest of the game, including the second and third periods. Tuch took 5 shots on goal, and Buffalo was unable to convert on any power play opportunities.
Buffalo’s defense gave up two goals, both coming in the second period on the power play. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage. The Sabres’ defense also finished with 5 takeaways and 17 hits.
Detroit Red Wings vs. Buffalo Sabres NHL Hockey Betting Trends
- The Red Wings are 5-0 in their last five games as an underdog.
- Conversely, the Sabres are 1-4 puck line in their last five games as a favorite.
- Also, the Red Wings are 5-5 puck line in their last ten road games.
- On the other side, the Sabres have gone 5-5 across their last ten home games.
- Over the Red Wings’ last 3 road games, the over/under record is 1-2.
- The Sabres’ have an over/under record of 2-1 in their last 3 games at home.
4* Free NHL Hockey Betting Prediction: Red Wings +1.5
For a moneyline pick, I’m taking the Red Wings to pick up on a win over the Sabres and the road. With the moneyline sitting at +121, I’ll be locking in a bet on the Red Wings straight-up.
Our projections have the Red Wings pulling out a win as the underdog. But if you’re not as bullish as we are on the Red Wings, we’d recommend at least getting a bet down on them to cover the puck line.
For those looking at the over/under line set at 6 goals, our expectation is that this game will surpass that mark, and we suggest making a bet on the over.
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