Buffalo Sabres vs Florida Panthers Prediction 4/12/25 NHL Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Buffalo Sabres vs Florida Panthers Prediction for this NHL game on Saturday, April 12th, at the Amerant Bank Arena. To formulate this prediction, we will look at: 

-The Sabres’ recent form and recent player performance 

-The Panthers’ recent form and recent player performance

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Buffalo

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Florida

-Recent betting trends in games played between Buffalo and Florida

-A summary that ties it all together produces a favorable betting outcome for Today’s Game between the Sabres and Panthers. 

Sabres Look to Bounce Back

The Sabres had won two games in a row but they struggled in the last game. The Sabres scored two goals but they ended up falling short by a goal. The Sabres were up 2-1 at the end of the first period, but as the game went on they didn’t score another goal. Rasmus Dahlin scored a goal and and added an assist. James Reimer was in goal and saved 27 of the 30 shots that he faced. 

Overall the Sabres have not had the best season. The Sabres are averaging 3.26 goals while their defense is giving up 3.46 goals per game. The offense is ranked 7th while the defense is ranked 29th. Tage Thompson has scored 44 goals and added 27 assists so far this season. James Reimer comes into this game with a 9-9-2 record overall and he’s giving up 2.80 goals per game. The Sabres have won seven of his last eight games that he as played in. 

Another Win for the Panthers

It was another win for the Panthers in the last game and they are going to look to continue the success. The Panthers scored four goals and that was enough for the three goal victory. Sergei Bobrovsky saved 22 of the 23 shots that he faced. Gustav Forsling finished with two assists, and Uvis Balakins did the same. Over the last two games, the Panthers have given up only two goals total. Two games ago, against the Toronto Maple Leafs, they ended up picking up the 3-1 victory. 

The Panthers’ offense has been inconsistent at times, but their defense and goaltending have been their strengths. The defense is ranked 7th best in the NHL. Sergei Bobrovsky will start for the Panthers in goal. He has a 33-18-2 record while giving up 2.39 goals per game. The Panthers have won each of his last two starts. 

Why the Panthers Will Beat the Sabres

• The Panthers have won 12 of their last 13 night games at Amerant Bank Arena.
• The Sabres have lost each of their last four games at Amerant Bank Arena.
• The Panthers have covered the puck line in each of their last four night games against Atlantic Division opponents.
• The Sabres have failed to cover the puck line in three of their last four road games against Atlantic Division opponents.
• The Sabres have lost the second period in each of their last five night games following a road loss.

Total Goal Facts

• Each of the Panthers’ last six games against Atlantic Division opponents have gone UNDER the total goals line.
• Nine of the last 11 night games between two teams from the Atlantic Division have gone UNDER the total goals line.
• Four of the Sabres’ last five road games have gone OVER the total goals line.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in each of the Sabres’ last six road games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in four of the Panthers’ last five games as favorites against the Sabres.

Buffalo Sabres vs Florida Panthers Prediction

The Panthers’ defense has been lights out heading into this game, and they are going to continue that success here. The Panthers overall are giving up only 2.67 and the Sabres are going to really struggle to here. The Sabres offense overall this season has been good, but it’s going to be an off game here. The Panthers are only going to need three goals here to get the job done. The Sabres are 3-2 in their last 12 games played on Saturday. Back the Panthers on the puck line.