NHL game preview

Buffalo Sabres at Columbus Blue Jackets

projected score, fair-odds context, available venue conditions, and current value for this matchup.

Game details

StartsOct 1, 2026, 7:10 PM EDT
Market coverage3 tracked opportunitiesUpdated Sep 25, 1:29 PM EDT

Market read

Matchup outlook

The market-implied score favors Columbus Blue Jackets 3.4–2.3 over Buffalo Sabres, a 1.1-goal margin. The consensus total is 5.7, with Columbus Blue Jackets -1.1 at home.

Current market

Best current game edges

Compare the current tracked price with Edge’s fair estimate. Sportsbook prices can move quickly.

A

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Buffalo Sabres @ Columbus Blue Jackets

+115Fanatics

Over 6.5

Estimated edge
8.6%
Fair odds
-123
Starts
Oct 1, 7:10 PM EDT
C

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Buffalo Sabres @ Columbus Blue Jackets

-250DraftKings

Buffalo Sabres +1.5

Estimated edge
1.9%
Fair odds
-275
Starts
Oct 1, 7:10 PM EDT