The Edmonton Oilers are quietly climbing the Western Conference standings and play the fourth of seven consecutive road games against the Buffalo Sabres on Monday, November 17.
My Oilers vs. Sabres predictions and NHL picks expect Edmonton goalie Staurt Skinner to continue his recent run of improved play tonight.
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Oilers vs Sabres prediction
Oilers vs Sabres Best bet: Stuart Skinner Over 22.5 saves (-120)
Edmonton Oilers No. 1 goalie Stuart Skinner has been solid in his past two starts with a .930 SV% and 1.97 GAA with 1.67 goals saved above expected.
I anticipate another strong showing from the netminder, with the only question for this prop being whether the Buffalo Sabres can generate enough shots for Skinner to turn away.
The Sabres have averaged 27.8 shots per game, and No. 1 defensemen Rasmus Dahlin's return is a boost for a team likely to prioritize pucks on net as a home underdog tonight.
Dahlin has driven 5-on-5 possession with a rock-solid 54.2 Corsi For percentage over the previous three seasons, after all.
Returning to Skinner, he's flashed high-end play for stretches throughout his tenure with the Oil, and this is a game Edmonton will want to win. The Oilers can climb into a tie for top spot in the Pacific Division if everything breaks their way tonight.
Oilers vs Sabres same-game parlay
With the Oilers in the middle of a tough, seven-game road trip, I expect them to capitalize on the spot and take down the basement-dwelling Sabres tonight.
Edmonton has won three of its past four games and is the superior team at 5-on-5 in both CF% and expected goals percentage.
A huge aspect of the Oilers' success is playing solid defense. Edmonton allowed the 10th-fewest expected goals per 60 minutes at 5-on-5 last season (2.38), so additional attention to defensive detail will continue to be a focus.
While the Oil have surrendered a respectable 2.5 xGA per 60 (15th) this season, there’s still room for improvement.
Oilers vs Sabres SGP
- Oilers moneyline
- Under 6.5
- Stuart Skinner Over 22.5 saves
Oilers vs Sabres odds
- Moneyline: Oilers -150 | Sabres +130
- Puck Line: Oilers -1.5 (+155) | Sabres +1.5 (-180)
- Over/Under: Over 6.5 (-130) | Under 6.5 (+110)
Oilers vs Sabres trend
The Edmonton Oilers have hit the Under in 30 of their last 57 away games (+1.85 Units / 3% ROI). Find more NHL betting trends for Oilers vs. Sabres.
How to watch Oilers vs Sabres
| Location | KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY |
| Date | Monday, November 17, 2025 |
| Puck drop | 7:00 p.m. ET |
| TV | SNW, MSG-B |
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