NHL
New York Rangers @ Buffalo Sabres - December 11, 2024
December 11, 2024, 9:11am EST
TSG A.I. Picks
7:00pm EST, Wednesday | Spread | Moneyline | Over/Under |
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Buffalo Sabres | +1.5 -210 | +105 | O 6 -110 |
New York Rangers | -1.5 +170 | -130 | U 6 -106 |
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Buffalo Sabres
+1.5
-210
New York Rangers
-1.5
+170
Moneyline
Buffalo Sabres
+105
New York Rangers
-130
Over/Under
Over 6
-110
Under 6
-106
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New York Rangers
-1.5
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MONEYLINE PICK
New York Rangers
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OVER/UNDER PICK
Under
6
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Alright, hockey fans, it’s time to gear up for an exciting clash at the KeyBank Center as our beloved Buffalo Sabres take on the New York Rangers this Wednesday! I can feel the energy buzzing in the air and trust me, it’s not just because my lucky jersey is finally out of the wash. This matchup has all the makings of a nail-biter.
Let’s dive into what we can expect from both teams. The Sabres have been struggling recently, with a dismal streak of seven straight losses and standing at a record of 11-13-4. Their offense averages about 3.1 goals per game on nearly 29 shots, but their power play is lagging behind with just over half a goal per game and only around a 14% conversion rate. That puts them in tough territory against any team that can capitalize on opportunities – and boy do we need some sparks!
Now on to our friends from New York—the Rangers sit at 14-12-1 with slightly better offensive stats averaging 3.3 goals on about 30 shots per game. They’ve been inconsistent lately and are looking to bounce back after losing to Chicago in their last home game. While they boast a stronger power play (over 22%), there’s been talk about whether they’ll be able to convert effectively against Buffalo’s decent penalty kill percentage of around 80%.
Looking into recent trends, the Rangers have not covered the spread in five of their last six games and are just 2-8 SU in their last ten outings—definitely something for us Sabres fans to latch onto! But don’t let that fool you; they’re coming in as slight favorites at -130. With both teams having some shaky performances lately, it’s hard to pin down who will dominate.
Defensively, Buffalo has been doing alright with an average save percentage of about 88%, which might just give them enough momentum if they manage to keep shots against down. The Rangers’ defense is slightly more solid with a save percentage around 90%, but if they’re caught napping (like they were against Chicago), it could spell trouble for them.
So here’s what I predict: despite Buffalo’s rough patch, this being a home game might spark something within them—we can hope! Still, I see New York taking control here tonight and securing the win while also covering the spread since that extra motivation from wanting to avoid another loss should push them over the edge.
As for total goals? I’m leaning toward UNDER—both teams’ inconsistencies suggest we won’t see fireworks lighting up the scoreboard tonight.
In conclusion: NY Rangers win this one while covering that pesky spread; expect an underwhelming total score too as both teams struggle offensively yet again! Grab your snacks and settle in because this one is sure to be filled with heart-pounding moments—and hopefully some magic from our boys in blue-and-gold! Go Sabres!
Buffalo Sabres vs New York Rangers Live Odds & Betting History
Betting odds provided by BetUS
Wager Type | Buffalo Sabres | New York Rangers |
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Spread | +1.5 (-210) | -1.5 (+170) |
Moneyline | +105 | -130 |
Total | Under 6 (-106) | Over 6 (-110) |
Team Data | Buffalo Sabres | New York Rangers |
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Goals | 3.13 | 3.27 |
Assists | 4.88 | 5.81 |
Shots | 28.88 | 30.54 |
Shooting % | 11.50% | 10.63% |
Corsi % | 52.13% | 49.87% |
Offzone % | 50.68% | 49.97% |
Power Play Goals | 0.50 | 0.62 |
SAT A | 56.63 | 61.69 |
SAT F | 61.83 | 61.00 |
Save % | 88.80% | 90.60% |
Power Play Chance | 2.96 | 2.63 |
Power Play % | 14.46% | 22.54% |
Penalty Kill % | 80.90% | 85.88% |