In this article, we will formulate a Sabres vs Panthers prediction for this NHL showdown on Saturday, April 13th at the Amerant Bank Arena. We will take a look at:
-The Buffalo Sabres recent form and recent player performance
-The Florida Panthers recent form and recent player performance
-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between the Sabres and Panthers.
Sabres Coming off a Victory
The Sabres faced off against the Washington Capitals, and they were able to secure the 4-2 victory. Jordan Greenway had a strong game, finishing with two assists. The Sabres are averaging 2.98 goals, while their defense is giving up 2.98 goals per game. The offense is ranked 22nd in the league, while the defense is ranked 12th. Alex Tuch has been the top player for the Sabres scoring 22 goals and adding 37 assists so far this season.
What a season for the Panthers
It has been quite the season for the Panthers, and they are coming off another victory in the last game. The Panthers scored four goals against the Columbus Blue Jackets, and they won 4-0. Sergei Bobrovsky had a strong game in goal, saving all 25 shots that he faced. The Panthers are averaging 3.2 goals, while their defense is giving up 2.43 goals per game. The offense is ranked 12th, while the defense is ranked 1st. Sam Reinhart has scored 54 goals and added 37 assists so far this season.
Florida Panthers Team Facts
- The Panthers have won nine of their last 10 games against the Sabres.
- The road team has covered the puck line in eight of the last nine games between the Sabres and Panthers.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in seven of the Panthers’ last eight games against Atlantic Division opponents.
- The Panthers have won the first period in each of their last four games as favorites.
Buffalo Sabres Team Facts
- The home team has won each of the Sabres’ last five games.
- The underdogs have covered the puck line in each of the Sabres’ last four games at Amerant Bank Arena.
- The Sabres have won the first period in each of their last four night games.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in five of the Sabres’ last six games at Amerant Bank Arena.
Sabres vs Panthers Prediction
The Panthers defense is going to step up again here. Their defense is ranked 1st in the NHL, and they are going to step up in a big way here. The Sabres are averaging only 2.98 goals, and they aren’t going to get any offense going here. The Panthers aren’t going to run up the score here and that will be the difference here as this game is going to be lower scoring. Back the under to cash.