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Buffalo Sabres @ Detroit Red Wings Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 3/12/2025
Buffalo Sabres @ Detroit Red Wings Player Props, Picks and Predictions
Pickwatch Staff
11 Mar, 2025
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Buffalo Sabres @ Detroit Red Wings Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 3/12/2025 7:30 PM EDT

We have your Buffalo Sabres @ Detroit Red Wings prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Detroit Red Wings host the Buffalo Sabres in an Atlantic Division matchup.

Buffalo Sabres @ Detroit Red Wings Pick

Best Moneyline Odds: Detroit Red Wings -134 (BetRivers), Buffalo Sabres +110 (BetRivers).

Game Info

Date: March 12, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM EDT
Location: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI
TV: -

Buffalo Sabres @ Detroit Red Wings Preview

The Buffalo Sabres (25-32-6) are coming off a 3-2 victory against the Edmonton Oilers, led by Tage Thompson's two-goal performance. Meanwhile, the Detroit Red Wings (30-28-6) are looking to bounce back after a 2-1 loss to the Ottawa Senators, despite outshooting their opponent 49-23. Both teams are struggling in recent games, with the Sabres going 3-6-1 in their last 10 and the Red Wings at 2-7-1. This will be the fourth meeting between these teams this season, with Detroit winning the most recent matchup in a shootout, 6-5.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

In their last 10 meetings, the Buffalo Sabres hold a slight edge with a 5-4-1 record against the Detroit Red Wings. Here’s a breakdown of their recent matchups:

Date Result Sabres Goals Red Wings Goals
11/30/2022 Sabres 5-4 (W) 5 4
12/29/2022 Sabres 6-3 (W) 6 3
4/6/2023 Sabres 7-6 (W) 7 6
12/5/2023 Red Wings 5-3 (L) 3 5
3/12/2024 Sabres 7-3 (W) 7 3
3/16/2024 Red Wings 4-1 (L) 1 4
4/7/2024 Red Wings 3-1 (L) 1 3
10/26/2024 Sabres 5-3 (W) 5 3
11/2/2024 Red Wings 2-1 (L) 1 2
12/9/2024 Red Wings 6-5 (L - Shootout) 5 6

Pick: Total Over 6.5 Goals

Both teams have shown a tendency for high-scoring games in their recent matchups. The Sabres are averaging 3.2 goals per game in their last 10, while the Red Wings are at 2.5. Additionally, their last meeting ended in a 6-5 shootout, and the total has gone over in 7 of the last 10 games between these teams. With both teams struggling defensively, this game has the potential to be another high-scoring affair.

Top Player Prop Picks

Tage Thompson Over 0.5 Goals

Tage Thompson is coming off a two-goal performance and has been a key offensive contributor for the Sabres. He has the ability to find the back of the net, especially against a Red Wings defense that has allowed 3.6 goals per game in their last 10.

Alex DeBrincat Over 0.5 Assists

DeBrincat has been a consistent playmaker for the Red Wings, with 24 assists this season. He has the potential to set up scoring opportunities, especially on the power play.

Dylan Larkin Over 2.5 Shots on Goal

Larkin has been active offensively, averaging 4.9 shots per game in his last 10. With Detroit looking to break their losing streak, expect Larkin to take plenty of shots in this matchup.

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