Buffalo Sabres vs St. Louis Blues Betting Trends

The upcoming NHL game on December 29, 2025, features the Buffalo Sabres visiting the St. Louis Blues at Enterprise Center in St. Louis, Missouri. This matchup offers intriguing betting trends, especially given the teams' contrasting performance metrics. Buffalo Sabres have a powerplay percentage of 3.03%, penalty kill percentage of 90.27%, and 5-on-5 scoring of 3.05 goals per game. In comparison, the St. Louis Blues show a slightly lower powerplay percentage of 2.62%, a penalty kill of 75.13%, and 5-on-5 scoring of 2.51 goals per game. These stats suggest Buffalo's special teams could have an edge, but St. Louis's home advantage at Enterprise Center and higher faceoff win percentage (51.2% vs. 43.8%) might balance the scales.

Recent form favors Buffalo with multiple wins, including a 4-1 victory over Boston Bruins, while St. Louis has been inconsistent but recently won 3-2 against Nashville Predators. The starting goalies are crucial; Buffalo likely starts their main goalie given no injury concerns, while St. Louis's goalie situation is stable. The odds favor Buffalo Sabres as slight favorites with a moneyline around -115 and a spread of -1.5, while the total points are set at 5.5, indicating a moderately low-scoring game expectation.

These betting trends and game insights highlight the importance of special teams and recent form. The Sabres' potent powerplay and penalty kill efficiency could be decisive, but Blues' home ice and faceoff dominance add complexity. This dynamic makes for an exciting betting opportunity. The game will be broadcast on MSG-B, ESPN+, and FDSM-W, providing ample viewing options.

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