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Sabres vs. Kraken prediction: Tight battle projected in updated analysis for Sunday's NHL matchup [12/14/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Buffalo Sabres vs Seattle Kraken predictions for NHL Sunday.
The Seattle Kraken and Buffalo Sabres are scheduled to meet in the NHL at Climate Pledge Arena on Sunday, with puck drop at 8:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives an equal chance for both both teams to win the Sabres-Kraken matchup.
This article offers a closer look at Sunday's Sabres vs. Kraken matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Sabres vs. Kraken prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NHL matchup between the Sabres and Kraken 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model can't split the two teams, giving both the Sabres and Kraken a 50% chance of winning the game.
According to our model, the Kraken (+1.5) have a 70% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has a 51% chance of going over.
Sabres vs. Kraken odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Sabres | Kraken |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+200) | +1.5 (-210) |
| Moneyline | -130 | +112 |
| Total | o6 (-110) | u6 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Sabres vs. Kraken picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Kraken +1.5 | -210 |
| Moneyline | Kraken | +112 |
| Total | Over 6 | -110 |
According to our best NHL bets, the top play to make on this game is Kraken +1.5 at the spread.
Sabres vs. Kraken player props
Who will score a goal in Sabres vs. Kraken?
According to our model, Tage Thompson is most likely to score an anytime goal in Sabres vs. Kraken.
Our projections give Thompson a 45.6% chance of scoring a goal at Climate Pledge Arena, while the star is a 10.1% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 45.6% |
| Jack Quinn | 24.7% |
| Josh Doan | 22.9% |
| Ryan McLeod | 22.8% |
| Zach Benson | 22.2% |
Seattle Kraken
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Eeli Tolvanen | 31.6% |
| Jordan Eberle | 30.0% |
| Shane Wright | 26.3% |
| Matty Beniers | 23.3% |
| Jani Nyman | 22.6% |
First goal scorer predictions
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 10.1% |
| Josh Doan | 4.8% |
| Jack Quinn | 4.5% |
| Ryan McLeod | 4.3% |
| Zach Benson | 4.2% |
Seattle Kraken
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Eeli Tolvanen | 6.4% |
| Jordan Eberle | 5.8% |
| Shane Wright | 4.5% |
| Jani Nyman | 4.4% |
| Brandon Montour | 4.0% |
Sabres vs. Kraken game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's action between the Kraken and Sabres at Climate Pledge Arena is scheduled to start at 8:00PM ET.
- Who: Buffalo Sabres vs. Seattle Kraken
- Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
- Time: 8:00PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Climate Pledge Arena
Conclusion
We predict a close game between the Sabres and Kraken on Sunday, with each team having a 50% chance of winning.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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