Final Score: Sabres 1 - Blue Jackets 5
Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET

Sabres @ Blue Jackets

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Sabres
21-18 Rating 1512
Form: WWWWW
Model Probability
53%
47%
Projected margin: Columbus Blue Jackets +0.1
Blue Jackets
17-22 Rating 1475
Form: LWWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Sabres Blue Jackets
All-time wins 19 28
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 2.9 3.4
Last meeting 3 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Sabres Blue Jackets
Games played 39 39
Avg goals scored 3.2 3.0
Avg goals conceded 3.1 3.4
Win percentage 54% 44%
Away win % / Home win % 45% 44%