Senators vs. Sabres Picks and Prediction – 3/25/2025

Ottawa Senators (37-27-5) vs. Buffalo Sabres (28-35-6)
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Location: KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY
TV: ESPN+

Previous Games:

• Senators: 3-2 win vs. New Jersey Devils
• Sabres: 5-3 win vs. Winnipeg Jets

Head-to-Head:

Both teams enter this matchup with a 3-2 record in their last five games. Ottawa has been the better team over the season, but Buffalo’s recent win over Winnipeg was impressive. The Sabres have struggled defensively all year, while Ottawa has been more stable on both ends of the ice.

Ottawa Senators Breakdown:

Ottawa is averaging 2.91 goals per game on 29.2 shots per contest. Their defense has been solid, allowing 2.87 goals per game and 28.4 shots against. The power play (23.7%) has been efficient, though the penalty kill (77%) remains a concern.

Buffalo Sabres Breakdown:

Buffalo’s offense has been stronger, producing 3.10 goals per game despite generating fewer shots (27.6 per contest). However, their defense has been a liability, surrendering 3.52 goals per game. Their power play (18%) and penalty kill (76.9%) both rank below league average.

Betting Trends:

Ottawa Senators

• The total has gone over in 14 of their last 19 games.
• Ottawa is 7-2 in their last 9 games.

Buffalo Sabres

• The total has gone over in 4 of their last 6 games.
• Buffalo is 4-9 in their last 13 games.

Exact Score Prediction:

Ottawa Senators 4 – Buffalo Sabres 2

Our Best Bet:

Ottawa Senators ML -145