Buffalo Sabres vs St. Louis Blues Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/29

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The Buffalo Sabres are set to play the St. Louis Blues at the Enterprise Center. The game is scheduled for Monday, December 29, 2025, at 8:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+.

Buffalo comes into the game with a record of 19-14-4 under head coach Lindy Ruff. They are ranked fifth in the Eastern Atlantic Division. Meanwhile, the Blues, led by Jim Montgomery, hold a 15-16-8 record and are fifth in the Western Central Division.

Sabres vs Blues Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Buffalo Sabres vs. St. Louis Blues
  • Venue: Enterprise Center
  • Date: Monday, December 29, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Buffalo Sabres Puck Line +1.5 (-277), St. Louis Blues Puck Line -1.5 (+217), Buffalo Sabres MoneyLine -111, St. Louis Blues MoneyLine -107, Over/Under 6.0

Buffalo Sabres Team Preview

The Buffalo Sabres have shown strong form in their recent games. They won their last five games, defeating the Boston Bruins, Ottawa Senators, New Jersey Devils, New York Islanders, and Philadelphia Flyers. Their recent win against the Bruins saw them score 4 goals on 34 shots.

Alex Lyon has been a key player for the Sabres, making important saves. He has played in 20 games, with 9 wins and 507 saves. His performance has been consistent, helping the Sabres maintain their winning streak.

Tage Thompson and Alex Tuch are top skaters for the Sabres this season. Thompson has 18 goals and 16 assists in 37 games. Tuch has added 11 goals and 19 assists, contributing significantly to the team’s success.

St. Louis Blues Team Preview

The St. Louis Blues have been showing mixed results in recent games. They secured a 3-2 win against the Nashville Predators at home, with Pavel Buchnevich scoring two goals. In this game, the Blues managed 20 shots on goal and had 25 hits.

Against the Tampa Bay Lightning, the Blues faced a tough time, losing 4-1. Justin Faulk scored the only goal for the team, with the Blues getting 24 shots on goal. They also recorded 27 hits, showcasing their physical play.

The Blues delivered a strong performance against the Florida Panthers, winning 6-2. Robert Thomas and Jake Neighbours each scored two goals, with the team managing 31 shots on goal. The Blues had 19 hits and 14 blocks in this game, contributing to their defensive efforts.

BTB Betting Pick

The Buffalo Sabres are slightly favored to win against the St. Louis Blues with a moneyline of -111. The Sabres have shown stronger offensive stats with 113 goals and 199 assists this season. The projected score is Buffalo Sabres 4, St. Louis Blues 3. Based on these numbers, picking the Buffalo Sabres to win straight up seems reasonable.

The total for this game is set at 6.0 with the under at -115. Both teams have demonstrated the ability to score, as indicated by their goal stats. However, the goaltending stats suggest that they may also give up goals, with the Blues ranked 23rd in goals against. With a projected total of 7, taking the over is a solid choice.