New York Rangers vs Buffalo Sabres Betting Pick & Prediction for 10/9

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The New York Rangers will visit the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. This NHL regular season game is set for Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+.

The Rangers, led by head coach Mike Sullivan, are looking to improve from their 0-1 start. The Sabres, with Lindy Ruff at the helm, aim to build momentum after last season’s struggles. Both teams are eager to gain early points in the standings.

Rangers vs Sabres Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: New York Rangers vs. Buffalo Sabres
  • Venue: KeyBank Center
  • Date: Thursday, October 9, 2025
  • Betting Odds: New York Rangers Puck Line -1.5 (+211), Buffalo Sabres Puck Line +1.5 (-267), New York Rangers MoneyLine -114, Buffalo Sabres MoneyLine -105, Over 6.0 (-115), Under 6.0 (-106)

New York Rangers Team Preview

The Buffalo Sabres head into their next game with a recent win against the Detroit Red Wings. In that game, the Sabres scored 5 goals while allowing 2. However, they faced losses against the Pittsburgh Penguins in their last two games, with scores of 5-4 and 5-3.

The Sabres have been busy on the ice with 25 shots on goal in their recent away game. They also recorded 34 hits and 17 blocks. Their penalty minutes were low, with only 2 minutes recorded.

In the net, the Sabres’ goalie allowed 1 goal while making 28 saves. There were no shutouts recorded for the team. As they prepare for their next game, the Sabres have not confirmed their starting goalie yet.

Buffalo Sabres Team Preview

The Buffalo Sabres are set to begin their new season. They are looking to build on their previous performances. With no recent games, the team is eager to make a strong start.

In the last season, Tage Thompson stood out for the Sabres. He played 76 games, scoring 44 goals and making 28 assists. Rasmus Dahlin also played a key role with 68 points in 73 games.

The Sabres have a few options in the net. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen played 55 games last season, securing 24 wins. Alexandar Georgiev and Alex Lyon are also part of the goalie lineup.

BTB Betting Pick

For the moneyline pick, the New York Rangers are favored at -114. With the Rangers being the favorite and considering their goalie stats, they are projected to win 3-2 against the Buffalo Sabres. The Rangers’ defensive play could be the key factor in this game.

Looking at the over/under, the line is set at 6.0. With a projected score of 3-2, the total would be 5 goals. Therefore, the recommendation is to take the under at -106, as the game might not reach the 6-goal mark.