Sabres @ Blue Jackets

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Final Score: Sabres 0 - Blue Jackets 0
Friday, January 8, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET
Buffalo
Sabres
7-8 Rating 1531
Form: LWWWL
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Model Probability
53%
47%
Projected margin: Columbus Blue Jackets +0.1
Columbus
Blue Jackets
7-7 Rating 1496
Form: WLLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Sabres Blue Jackets
All-time wins 20 30
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average goals 2.9 3.4
Last meeting 3 6

Key Season Stats

Stat Sabres Blue Jackets
Games played 15 14
Avg goals scored 2.9 2.7
Avg goals conceded 3.4 3.0
Win percentage 47% 50%
Away win % / Home win % 50% 67%