Buffalo Sabres vs Boston Bruins Picks and Predictions January 28th 2025

Buffalo Sabres vs Boston Bruins January 28th 2025

Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Bruins versus the Sabres? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, NY. The Bruins are the -1.5 goal favorites in this Atlantic division matchup against the Sabres. The over/under for the game is set at 6 goals.

Boston vs. Buffalo Key Information

• Teams: Bruins at Sabres
• Where: KeyBank Center Buffalo
• Date: Tuesday, January 28th
• Betting Odds BOS -111 | BUF -108 O/U 6

The Bruins Can Win If…

With a 2-0 win over the Kraken, the Bruins moved to 25-20-6. Boston, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line. The total was set at 6 goals, but the game’s 2 combined goals fell well short of that mark.

Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period. Justin Brazeau scored at 3:23, and Charlie Coyle added a power-play goal at 9:57. The Bruins’ defense held Seattle scoreless, with Jeremy Swayman stopping all 23 shots he faced.

Boston’s offense struck twice in the first period, with Justin Brazeau netting his 5th goal of the season just 3:23 into the game. Charlie Coyle followed with his 2nd goal, which came on a power play at 10:03.

The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless after the first period. They recorded 16 giveaways and picked up 4 assists on their two goals.

Boston’s defense was stellar in their last game, allowing no goals on 23 shots from Seattle. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a perfect 100% save percentage. The Bruins’ defense also contributed 5 takeaways, 15 hits, and 27 blocks.

• Over their last three games, the Bruins have gone 2-1 straight up. Their strong play has also resulted in an puck line mark of 2-1 (last 3). They had an over/under mark of 1-2 in those same games.
• Over their last ten regular season games, the Bruins have gone 5-5 straight up. Their record vs the puck line sits at 6-4 in these matchups, while posting a 6-4 over-under mark.

The Sabres Can Win If…

Buffalo fell to 18-26-5 after a 2-1 road loss to the Red Wings. The Sabres initially led, scoring at 11:39 in the first period, but Detroit responded with two goals in the second. Buffalo, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for only 3.

Alex Tuch scored Buffalo’s lone goal, a short-handed effort in the first period. The Sabres’ defense couldn’t hold, allowing two power-play goals from Dylan Larkin in the second period.

Buffalo’s offense managed just one goal in their 2-1 loss to Detroit, with Alex Tuch scoring his 5th of the season on a shorthanded play. The Sabres took 32 shots on goal but failed to convert on any of their 13 giveaways.

After Tuch’s goal at 8:21 in the first period, the Sabres were held scoreless for the rest of the game. None of their players recorded an assist.

The Sabres’ defense held the Red Wings scoreless in the first and third periods, but they gave up two goals in the second, both on the power play. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense added 5 takeaways and 17 hits.

• Over their last three regular season games, the Sabres have gone 1-2 straight up. This also includes going 2-1 ATS, and posting an over-under record of 1-2.
• The Sabres have gone 4-6 over their last ten regular season games. The team’s record vs the puck line was just 5-5, in addition to an over-under mark of 5-4-1.

The Lean

For a moneyline bet, I’m backing the Sabres to secure a victory over the Bruins at home. With the moneyline currently set at -108, I’m locking in my bet on the Sabres straight-up.

Our projections have the Sabres pulling out a win as the underdog. But if you’re not as bullish as we are on the Sabres, we’d recommend at least getting a bet down on them to cover the puck line.

When considering the over/under line, which is currently at 6 goals, we believe that this game will go over that threshold, and we recommend wagering on the over.

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On a Roll, Bruins Look to Keep Momentum Against Struggling Sabres

With the NHL’s two-week 4 Nations Face-Off break approaching, every point becomes critical for teams jockeying for playoff positions. The Boston Bruins, who have surged back into the Eastern Conference playoff picture, aim to extend their hot streak when they visit the Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday night.

The Bruins (5-1-1 in their last seven games) are tied with the Ottawa Senators for third place in the Atlantic Division. Despite being outside the playoff structure as recently as last week, Boston has clawed its way back into contention.

“It’s our job, my job, to make sure we stay focused on the task at hand,” said interim coach Joe Sacco. “We can’t worry about what’s going on down the road.”

Boston’s Playoff Push

Saturday’s 3-1 victory over the Colorado Avalanche highlighted the Bruins’ resilience. The team rallied from a deficit, scoring three unanswered goals in the final period. Morgan Geekie was the hero of the night, netting the tying and game-winning goals with assists from David Pastrnak.

Pastrnak, on a seven-game point streak, continues to shine with 17 points (seven goals, 10 assists) during this stretch. Meanwhile, Geekie has been red-hot in January, scoring seven of his 15 goals this month.

“It’s always fun to play with guys with lots of skill,” Geekie said of his chemistry with linemates Pastrnak and Pavel Zacha. “I just try to get open. It’s lots of fun right now, so we’ll just keep having fun.”

Buffalo’s Struggles

The Sabres, sitting in the Eastern Conference cellar, are looking to snap their recent skid. Buffalo has lost six of its last 10 games and returned from a four-game Western road trip with a 1-2-1 record.

Saturday’s 3-2 loss to the Connor McDavid-less Edmonton Oilers marked another missed opportunity, as the Sabres dominated in shots but failed to capitalize on key chances. It was the 12th time this season they’ve lost after scoring the game’s first goal.

“We went after them; there was no sitting back,” coach Lindy Ruff said after the game. “But we’re having a tough time putting the puck in the back of the net in key moments.”

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Rising Stars in Buffalo

Rookie Jiri Kulich has been a bright spot for the Sabres, scoring goals in two of the last three games since returning from injury. The 20-year-old has embraced his move to center, showcasing his ability to carry the puck, win faceoffs, and play strong defense.

“Kulich has proven he can play in the middle,” Ruff said. “He’s been key for us defensively and has shown he can contribute offensively too.”

What to Expect

Boston will look to maintain its momentum against a Sabres team struggling to finish games. For Buffalo, building on their improved third-period play and giving Kulich more opportunities could be keys to turning their season around.

Will the Bruins keep rolling, or can the Sabres pull off an upset at home? All eyes will be on Buffalo as these two teams collide.