Sabres vs Blue Jackets statistics
| Stat |
Sabres |
Blue Jackets |
| Goals For per Game |
2.60 |
3.67 |
| Goals Against per Game |
3.60 |
3.67 |
| Shots per Game |
28.4 |
31.3 |
| Shots Against per Game |
30.2 |
26.0 |
| Power Play Goals |
0 |
2 |
| Power Play Goals Against |
5 |
3 |
| Short Handed Goals |
1 |
1 |
| Short Handed Goals Against |
0 |
0 |
| Penalty Minutes |
70 |
22 |
| Power Play Percentage |
0.0 |
25.0 |
| Penalty Kill Percentage |
72.2 |
70.0 |
Columbus Blue Jackets recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 10/15/24 |
vs Florida Panthers |
L |
4-3 |
| 10/12/24 |
@ Colorado Avalanche |
W |
6-4 |
| 10/10/24 |
@ Minnesota Wild |
L |
3-2 |
| 10/4/24 |
@ Pittsburgh Penguins |
L |
7-3 |
| 10/3/24 |
vs Pittsburgh Penguins |
L |
3-1 |
Buffalo Sabres recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 10/16/24 |
@ Pittsburgh Penguins |
L |
6-5 OT |
| 10/12/24 |
vs Florida Panthers |
W |
5-2 |
| 10/10/24 |
vs Los Angeles Kings |
L |
3-1 |
| 10/5/24 |
vs New Jersey Devils |
L |
3-1 |
| 10/4/24 |
vs New Jersey Devils |
L |
4-1 |
Sabres vs Blue Jackets predictions
After a dynamic 2-goal showing, J-J Peterka is definitely a player to keep your eyes on as the Buffalo Sabres face off against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Peterka's recent surge in performance suggests he might be finding his rhythm this season, and with Alex Tuch already stacking up assists, the duo could seriously shake things at Nationwide Arena. Additionally, Tage Thompson, leading the Sabres with three goals, is another player who could turn the game Buffalo’s way. These key players are heating up at just the right time, and they might just be the spark Buffalo needs to climb up from their challenging start this season.
Switching over to the Columbus Blue Jackets, Sean Monahan and Yegor Chinakhov are the ones to watch. Monahan, leading his team with two goals, and Chinakhov, not only leading in assists but also in total points, have shown they can be impactful. Their coordination and ability to execute could potentially complicate things for the Sabres, especially with Chinakhov’s knack for setting up plays. Given the Blue Jackets' need to bounce back after a slow start at home, these players stepping up could lead to a much-needed win for Columbus.
Taking a look at both teams, each has their strengths highlighted by key players, but the Sabres might have the slight edge. Peterka, Thompson, and Tuch seem to be a formidable trio that’s just starting to sync, whereas Columbus, despite their talent, has struggled to convert home game opportunities. So, while the game promises to be closely contested, leaning slightly towards the Buffalo Sabres coming out on top seems reasonable, especially if their leading scorers maintain their momentum. What do you think, could this game be the turning point for Buffalo’s season?
Columbus Blue Jackets injuries
- Elvis Merzlikins (G): Out
- Erik Gudbranson (D): Injured Reserve
- Zachary Aston-Reese (C): Day-To-Day
- Cayden Lindstrom (C): Out
- Max McCue (C): Injured Reserve
Buffalo Sabres injuries
- JJ Peterka (RW): Day-To-Day
- Zach Benson (LW): Day-To-Day
- Nicolas Aube-Kubel (RW): Injured Reserve
- Ryan Johnson (C): Out
- Rasmus Dahlin (D): Day-To-Day
Sabres vs Blue Jackets game info
| Venue |
Nationwide Arena |
| Location |
Columbus, OH |
| Puck drop |
Thu 7:00 PM |
