The Sabres are firing on all cylinders on offense, with 18 goals scored in their last 3 games, all victories. They are on the road and face a very good Hurricanes team fresh off an overtime victory against the Lightning. Maybe too fresh, as the Canes are playing the second half of a back to back.
The Sabres lost both games against Carolina, but that was then.. This is a different Sabres club with an equal record to the Hurricanes. They are 2nd in league offense, 3-1 to date on the road, and have the edge in special teams. The odds-makers are slow in cottoning on to the Sabres, allowing for very favorable odds on Friday. A win wouldn't surprise me, but I am wagering on the Sabres to at least keep this one close. Take Buffalo +1.5