- UPDATE: Added a prediction for who will win tonight.
Josh Doan generated shots at a healthy rate against the Boston Bruins in the regular season, and his volume has remained strong in the playoffs.
While it hasn’t yet led to production, my Sabres vs. Bruins predictions see Doan finding the score sheet as the series shifts to Boston.
Let’s dive into my NHL picks for Thursday, April 23.
Sabres vs Bruins Game 3 prediction
Who will win Sabres vs Bruins Game 3?
Buffalo Sabres: The Sabres have controlled 56.9% of the expected goal share through two games, third among playoff teams. The two in front of them — Philadelphia and Colorado — both jumped up to 2-0 series leads. I trust Buffalo’s depth over Boston’s, and that advantage should show up as the series progresses.
Sabres vs Bruins best bet: Josh Doan Over 0.5 points (+140)
Josh Doan has recorded multiple shots on goal in each of the first two games, combining for 12 shot attempts. A lot of his volume comes near the paint, which is where you need to get against an elite netminder like Jeremy Swayman.
The Buffalo Sabres have generated 2.76 expected goals with Doan on the ice yet scored only once. He’s getting looks at 5-on-5, and he's skating on the top power play alongside top weapons like Tage Thompson and Rasmus Dahlin.
With that kind of usage, it’s only a matter of time before results follow his chance generation.
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Sabres vs Bruins Game 3 same-game parlay
Lindy Ruff won’t be able to control matchups on the road, which means Doan and Josh Norris could be heading for less time against the likes of David Pastrnak and Charlie McAvoy, and more against the middle of the lineup.
That would help the cause in their quest for the first points of this series.
We’ll round out the parlay by backing Buffalo on the moneyline. It's been the better team in terms of chance share, and will have a great chance of coming out on top if Doan and Norris break through.
Sabres vs Bruins SGP
- Josh Doan Over 0.5 points
- Josh Norris Over 0.5 points
- Sabres moneyline
Sabres vs Bruins Game 3 goal scorer pick
Josh Doan (+305)
Thompson is the only player on either team with more scoring chances than Doan in this series. He's getting quality looks, and his 13.2% career shooting percentage indicates he’s capable of finishing efficiently over time.
Sabres vs Bruins odds for Game 3
- Moneyline: Sabres -110 | Bruins -110
- Puck Line: Sabres -1.5 (+215) | Bruins +1.5 (-270)
- Over/Under: Over 5.5 (-135) | Under 5.5 (+115)
Sabres vs Bruins trend
Josh Doan has averaged 2.5 shots on goal through six meetings with Boston this season. Find more NHL betting trends for Sabres vs. Bruins.
How to watch Sabres vs Bruins Game 3
| Location | TD Garden, Boston, MA |
| Date | Thursday, April 23, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 7:00 p.m. ET |
| TV | TNT |
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