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Ducks vs Sabres

Sabres Aim to Halt Ducks' Momentum in Buffalo

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Anaheim Ducks vs Buffalo Sabres

February 25th 2025 | 7:00 PM EST | KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY

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Buffalo Sabres

Buffalo seeks to capitalize on home ice to snap Anaheim's streak

Grade B+: Anaheim Ducks Moneyline (+162)

The Sabres enter this matchup desperate to end a three-game skid, but a banged-up blue line without Rasmus Dahlin leaves them vulnerable against a surging Anaheim squad. The Ducks, riding a four-game winning streak, have found their rhythm, with Troy Terry historically feasting on Buffalo’s defense. Tage Thompson, Buffalo’s offensive centerpiece, has struggled against Anaheim in past meetings, and with playoff implications looming, the pressure is on. The money line favours Buffalo at -195, but with Anaheim’s recent form and superior health, backing the Ducks at +162 presents solid value, graded at B+.

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Anaheim’s momentum could make Buffalo’s win harder than expected

Grade B+: Anaheim Ducks Puckline +1.5

The Sabres look to snap a three-game losing streak, but missing Rasmus Dahlin on the blue line could make things tough against a Ducks team riding recent success. Anaheim has won four of their last five, with Troy Terry historically finding success against Buffalo’s defense. Meanwhile, Tage Thompson has struggled against the Ducks, and Buffalo’s goaltending remains inconsistent. With playoff implications growing for Anaheim, expect them to keep this one close, even if Buffalo finds a way to win. At -155, the safer play is Anaheim +1.5 on the puck line, graded at B+.

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Weak defences and hot scorers set the stage for offence

Grade B+: Over 6 Total Goals

The Sabres enter this matchup looking to snap a three-game skid, but defensive struggles without Rasmus Dahlin make them vulnerable to Anaheim’s surging offence. The Ducks, winners of four of their last five, have been finding the net consistently, with Troy Terry historically performing well against Buffalo. Meanwhile, Tage Thompson will be eager to respond for the Sabres, especially against a Ducks team that has allowed its fair share of high-scoring games. With both teams trending toward more open play and at a B+ grade, the total set at 6 goals looks ripe for the over.

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