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Panthers vs. Sabres prediction: Buffalo favored to win Monday's NHL matchup [1/12/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Florida Panthers vs Buffalo Sabres predictions for NHL Monday.
The Buffalo Sabres and Florida Panthers will meet in the NHL at KeyBank Center on Monday, with puck drop at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model gives the Sabres a slight edge with a 51% win probability over the Panthers.
This article offers a closer look at Monday's Panthers vs. Sabres matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Panthers vs. Sabres prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Monday's NHL matchup between the Panthers and Sabres 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Sabres a 51% chance of defeating the Panthers.
According to our model, the Panthers (+1.5) have a 70% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has a 55% chance of going over.
Panthers vs. Sabres odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Panthers | Sabres |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-250) | -1.5 (+210) |
| Moneyline | +100 | -118 |
| Total | o6 (-120) | u6 (+100) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Panthers vs. Sabres 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 | Panthers +1.5 | -250 |
| Moneyline | Panthers | +100 |
| Total | Over 6 | -120 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 6 total goals.
Panthers vs. Sabres player props
Who will score a goal in Panthers vs. Sabres?
According to our model, Sam Reinhart is most likely to score an anytime goal in Panthers vs. Sabres.
Our projections give Reinhart a 47.7% chance of scoring a goal at KeyBank Center, while the star is a 9.7% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Florida Panthers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 47.7% |
| Sam Bennett | 39.6% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 31.9% |
| Anton Lundell | 26.9% |
| Evan Rodrigues | 24.0% |
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 40.0% |
| Alex Tuch | 27.8% |
| Josh Norris | 25.7% |
| Jason Zucker | 23.0% |
| Josh Doan | 21.2% |
First goal scorer predictions
Florida Panthers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 9.7% |
| Sam Bennett | 7.5% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 5.6% |
| Anton Lundell | 4.9% |
| Evan Rodrigues | 4.2% |
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 8.8% |
| Alex Tuch | 5.1% |
| Josh Norris | 5.0% |
| Zach Benson | 3.9% |
| Josh Doan | 3.8% |
Panthers vs. Sabres game-day updates and essential details
Monday's matchup between the Sabres and Panthers at KeyBank Center is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Florida Panthers vs. Buffalo Sabres
- Date: Monday, January 12, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: KeyBank Center
Conclusion
We predict the Sabres, with a 51% win probability, will likely beat the Panthers on Monday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Panthers vs. Sabres insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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