Who is favored to win in Minnesota Wild vs Buffalo Sabres?
Buffalo Sabres are favored to win against Minnesota Wild with odds around 1.85 due to their superior league standings, ranking higher with 3.1 GF/G (15th), 2.5 GA/G (3rd), and +0.6 goal differential (5th), while the Wild sit lower in the Central Division; Sabres are surging at 15-2 in their last 17 games led by Tage Thompson's hot form with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.
What time is Minnesota Wild vs Buffalo Sabres?
The match starts at 5:30 PM ET on January 17, 2026, at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, broadcast on NHL Network.
Where is Minnesota Wild vs Buffalo Sabres being held?
The game is at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York, with a capacity of 19,070 seats; Buffalo has won 10 of their last 12 home games, providing a strong homestand advantage.
Minnesota Wild vs Buffalo Sabres prediction & odds - who wins?
Buffalo Sabres are predicted to win with moneyline odds of 1.85 on DexWin, backed by their elite defense allowing just 2.5 goals per game and recent dominance including a 5-3 win over Montreal where Tage Thompson scored 3 goals; Minnesota struggles at 1-3-2 in their last 6 with Jesper Wallstedt's recent 3.35 GAA.
What is the head to head record between Minnesota Wild vs Buffalo Sabres?
In recent head-to-head meetings, Buffalo Sabres hold the edge with strong home form, while Minnesota Wild have lost 1-3-2 in their last 6 overall; Sabres' 26-16-4 record through 47 games underscores their superiority with an average of 5.2 total goals in similar matchups.
