- Matchup: Florida Panthers vs Buffalo Sabres
- Date: Monday, January 12, 2026
- Venue: KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY
- Broadcast: MSG Network
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The Buffalo Sabres (23-15-4) are set to clash with the Florida Panthers (22-18-3) at KeyBank Center this coming Monday.
In their last game, the Florida Panthers faced a tough loss, falling 6-2 to the Canadiens. Their offense struggled, managing only 2 goals from 27 shots on target. The team was unable to capitalize on any of their 3 power play opportunities and accrued 24 minutes in penalties.
The Panthers have allowed 114 goals while scoring 102 at even strength. Their opponents have attempted 147 power plays (ranking 2nd in the league) and scored 25 goals. This season, the Panthers have netted 130 goals (ranked 19th) while conceding 139. With a total of 1,260 shots taken, their shooting percentage stands at 10.3%. Currently, Florida holds 47 points, with a points percentage of .547. They have faced 1,131 shots, recording a save percentage of .877, and have converted 28 goals from 160 power play opportunities for a success rate of 17.50%.
In net for the Panthers will be Sergei Bobrovsky. Throughout his career, Bobrovsky has allowed 1,954 goals, maintaining a goals-against average of 2.54. He has played in 784 games, showcasing a save percentage of .913 over 40,035 minutes. With a career record of 446 wins, 255 losses, and 58 overtime losses, he has been named the starter in 770 games, achieving 445 quality starts with a 57.8% quality start rate. Bobrovsky has faced 22,515 shots, making 20,561 saves throughout his extensive career.
The Sabres, in their previous encounter, defeated the Rangers with a score of 5-2, scoring 5 goals out of 21 shots taken. They successfully converted 1 of their 2 power play chances.
This season, Buffalo has taken 1,190 shots (19th in the league) and has a shooting percentage of 11.09%. They’ve allowed 1,242 shots against them, boasting an 85.22% penalty-kill rate against 115 power plays. Their save percentage currently sits at 89.5%. The Sabres have achieved 109 goals at even strength and 23 on the power play (21st in the league), allowing a total of 131 goals—comprised of 114 at even strength and 17 while shorthanded. With 132 total goals this season, the Sabres have accumulated 50 points and a points percentage of .595.
Guarding the net for Buffalo will be Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, who holds a career record of 79 wins, 71 losses, and 16 overtime losses across 170 games. His quality start rate is 53.3%, allowing him to achieve 88 quality starts. He has saved 4,340 out of 4,831 shots, which translates to a save percentage of .898. Opponents have averaged 2.98 goals per game against him, totaling 491 goals conceded. Luukkonen has started in 165 games and has played for 8,251 minutes.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NHL matchup against the spread or moneyline?
Expert’s Prediction: Choose Buffalo
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