Blue Jackets vs Sabres NHL Prediction, Odds, Picks, Best Bets for Jan. 3

NHL action on Saturday includes the Columbus Blue Jackets facing the Buffalo Sabres.

Before you make your wager on FanDuel Sportsbook, we've got you covered with all the latest NHL betting insights.

Blue Jackets vs Sabres Game Info

• Columbus Blue Jackets (17-16-6) vs. Buffalo Sabres (21-14-4)
• Date: Saturday, January 3, 2026
• Time: 3 p.m. ET
• Venue: Nationwide Arena -- Columbus, Ohio
• Coverage: ESPN+

Blue Jackets vs Sabres Odds

All NHL odds, betting lines and prop bets are available on FanDuel Sportsbook.

Blue Jackets vs Sabres Prediction & Pick

All NHL win probability predictions and picks are according to numberFire.

• Prediction: Sabres win (51.5%)

Blue Jackets vs Sabres Puck Line

• The Blue Jackets are favored by 1.5 goals (+210 to cover). Buffalo, the underdog, is -265.

Blue Jackets vs Sabres Over/Under

• The over/under for Blue Jackets-Sabres on Jan. 3 is 6.5. The over is -110, and the under is -110.

Blue Jackets vs Sabres Moneyline

• Looking at the moneyline for Blue Jackets-Sabres, Columbus is the favorite at -110, and Buffalo is -110 playing on the road.

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