Blue Jackets vs Sabres NHL Prediction, Odds, Picks, Best Bets for Oct. 1

The Buffalo Sabres will face the Columbus Blue Jackets in NHL action on Thursday.

Before you place your bet on this matchup at FanDuel Sportsbook, here are the NHL moneyline insights you need to know.

Sabres vs Blue Jackets Game Info

• Buffalo Sabres (0-0-0) vs. Columbus Blue Jackets (0-0-0)
• Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
• Time: 7 p.m. ET
• Venue: Nationwide Arena -- Columbus, Ohio
• Coverage: ESPN+

Sabres vs Blue Jackets Odds

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Sabres vs Blue Jackets Prediction & Pick

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

• Prediction: Sabres win (59.4%)

Sabres vs Blue Jackets Puck Line

• The Sabres are favored by 1.5 goals against the Blue Jackets. The Sabres are +220 to cover the spread, while the Blue Jackets are -280.

Sabres vs Blue Jackets Over/Under

• Sabres versus Blue Jackets on Oct. 1 has an over/under of 6.5 goals, with the over +110 and the under -134.

Sabres vs Blue Jackets Moneyline

• Buffalo is the favorite, -113 on the moneyline, while Columbus is a -106 underdog despite being at home.

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