Buffalo Sabres vs Nashville Predators Picks and Predictions for Tuesday January 20 2026
Use Code WWWC The Buffalo Sabres travel to Bridgestone Arena to face the Nashville Predators on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, with puck drop scheduled for 8:00 PM EST. This matchup will be televised on ESPN+, FanDuel Sports Network South, and MSG Buffalo. At the time of this writing, the Sabres are listed at +114 on the moneyline, while the Predators are -135. The total is set at 6.5 goals with the over at +102 and the under at -122, and the puck line shows Nashville -1.5 (+170) with Buffalo +1.5 (-205). Make sure to check out our free NHL picks for more daily hockey betting insight.
Sabres Look to Find Consistency on the Road
Buffalo comes into this matchup with a 26-17-5 overall record and has been inconsistent away from home this season at 10-11-2 on the road. Over their last five games, the Sabres have recently won over the Canadiens and Flyers, while also recently losing to the Hurricanes, Wild in overtime, and Panthers. That stretch highlights a team that has been competitive but unable to consistently close tight games.
Statistically, Buffalo is averaging 3.28 goals per game while allowing 3.15 goals against. The Sabres generate 27.9 shots per game and allow 29.6 shots, often playing in higher-event games. Their penalty kill has been a bright spot at 83.1%, and they have been opportunistic shorthanded with six goals this season.
Buffalo’s biggest strength is its special teams and speed. When the Sabres are aggressive on the forecheck and able to capitalize on mistakes, they can score quickly and keep pressure on opponents, even in tough road environments.
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Predators Aim to Defend Home Ice
Nashville enters the game with a 23-21-4 overall record and a solid 13-10-2 mark at home. In their last five games, the Predators have recently won over the Avalanche, Oilers in overtime, and Capitals, while also recently losing to the Golden Knights and Blackhawks. That run reflects a team capable of strong performances but still prone to defensive breakdowns.
The Predators are averaging 2.81 goals per game while allowing 3.35 goals against. They generate 28.1 shots per game and allow 28.9 shots, often relying on physical play and puck volume to stay competitive. Nashville’s power play sits at 20.3%, while their penalty kill is at 80.1%.
Nashville’s edge comes from home-ice energy and physicality. When the Predators are dictating tempo and wearing teams down along the boards, they are much more effective, particularly late in games.
Buffalo Sabres vs Nashville Predators Pick
Buffalo Sabres vs Nashville Predators Moneyline Pick
- Pick: Nashville Predators -135
Nashville holds a slight edge at home, where they have been more reliable than Buffalo has been on the road. The Predators’ physical style and ability to control pace at Bridgestone Arena give them the advantage against a Sabres team that has struggled to finish games away from home.
Buffalo Sabres vs Nashville Predators Total Pick
- Pick: Under 6.5
I’m backing the under here because both teams have shown stretches of offensive inconsistency, and Nashville prefers a more controlled, grinding style at home. With Buffalo likely leaning on its penalty kill and Nashville looking to limit chances, this game sets up for fewer goals than the total suggests.
Final Score Prediction: Nashville Predators 3, Buffalo Sabres 2
This prediction was written before the completion of game play on Monday.
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