Away Team
Record 8-7-4
Last 5 1-4 last five
ATS 8-11-0 ATS
Road 4-1-4 road
Standings
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Schedule
Puck Drop Countdown
13:16:10
Start Time 8:10 PM EST
Date 14, 2026
Venue American Airlines Center
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Season Series Dallas leads 1-0 (Dallas won 4-0 on October 8).

Dallas leads the season series 1-0, and Dallas is a -142 moneyline favorite at American Airlines Center against Buffalo. Buffalo enters 8-7-4 and 1-4 last five, while Dallas is 10-6-2 and 3-2 last five.

Home Team
Record 10-6-2
Last 5 3-2 last five
ATS 7-11-0 ATS
Home 6-5-0 home
Analysis Updated: 6:45 AM ET
Injuries Checked: 6:40 AM ET
Odds Updated: 6:49 AM ET

Betting Snapshot

Spread
DAL -1.5
Open: DAL -1.5
Market Steady

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Moneyline
DAL -142
Open: DAL -155
Dog Taking Support

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Total
6.5
Open: 6.5
Total Steady

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Best Free Prop Pick

FREE PROP
Jack Quinn Over 1.5 Shots on Goal
Jack Quinn gets a 6.5 total environment that supports active usage. Buffalo allows 3.58 goals per game entering this matchup. A 6.5-goal total points to steady offensive chances for top-six forwards.

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Best Home Spread
FanDuel | DAL -1.5
Best Home Moneyline
BetOnline.ag | DAL -133
Best Over Line
BetMGM | 6
Best Away Spread
FanDuel | BUF +1.5
Best Away Moneyline
Caesars | BUF +121
Best Under Line
FanDuel | 6.5
Updated 6:49 AM ET
Sportsbook Spread Moneyline Total
FanDuelBUF +1.5
DAL -1.5
BUF +114
DAL -137
O 6.5
U 6.5
DraftKingsBUF +1.5
DAL -1.5
BUF +120
DAL -142
O 6.5
U 6.5
BetMGMBUF +1.5
DAL -1.5
BUF +115
DAL -140
O 6
U 6
BetRiversBUF +1.5
DAL -1.5
BUF +117
DAL -139
O 6.5
U 6.5
FanaticsBUF +1.5
DAL -1.5
BUF +115
DAL -140
O 6.5
U 6.5
BovadaBUF +1.5
DAL -1.5
BUF +115
DAL -135
O 6
U 6
BetOnline.agBUF +1.5
DAL -1.5
BUF +117
DAL -133
O 6
U 6
LowVig.agBUF +1.5
DAL -1.5
BUF +117
DAL -133
O 6
U 6
MyBookie.agBUF +1.5
DAL -1.5
BUF +112
DAL -137
O 6
U 6
BetUSBUF +1.5
DAL -1.5
BUF +115
DAL -135
O 6
U 6
CaesarsBUF +1.5
DAL -1.5
BUF +121
DAL -143
O 6
U 6

Injury Report

Buffalo lists Konsta Helenius (injured reserve, upper body), Justin Danforth (injured reserve, upper body) and Matt Grzelcyk (injured reserve, lower body). Dallas lists Lian Bichsel (out, lower body), Miro Heiskanen (out, upper body), Kyle Capobianco (injured reserve, leg) and Oskar Back (injured reserve, finger). These statuses affect line combinations, defensive pairings and special-teams deployment, so confirm final designations before the 8:00 PM ET puck drop.

Key Players

Buffalo
Tage Thompson
Tage Thompson leads Buffalo with 12 goals and 21 points this season.
Dallas
Mikko Rantanen
Mikko Rantanen leads Dallas with 9 goals and 21 points this season.

Key Matchup Edge

Dallas owns a +0.17 goal differential per game against -0.68 for Buffalo. Buffalo scores 2.89 and allows 3.58, while Dallas scores 2.89 and allows 2.72. Special teams and goaltending can flatten that gap in a one-goal game, which is why the puck line deserves separate evaluation.

3 Things to Watch

  • Tage Thompson's production for Buffalo
  • Mikko Rantanen's production for Dallas
  • Goaltending in a 6.5-goal total

Betting Breakdown

The Dallas Stars host the Buffalo Sabres at American Airlines Center at 8:00 PM ET. Dallas is -142 on the moneyline with the puck line at 1.5 and the total at 6.5. Buffalo is 8-7-4 with a 4-1-4 road mark, 1-4 last five. Its latest results are a 3-2 overtime loss to Chicago Blackhawks and an 8-3 loss to Tampa Bay Lightning. Tage Thompson leads the club with 21 points, Tage Thompson paces the goal scoring with 12, and Zach Benson leads in assists with 13. Buffalo scores 2.89 and allows 3.58 goals per game. Dallas is 10-6-2 with a 6-5-0 home mark, 3-2 last five. Its latest results are an 8-3 loss to Winnipeg Jets and a 4-3 win over San Jose Sharks. Mikko Rantanen leads the club with 21 points, Mikko Rantanen paces the goal scoring with 9, and Wyatt Johnston leads in assists with 13. Dallas scores 2.89 and allows 2.72 goals per game. The handicap comes down to whether Dallas's edge in goal differential holds up well enough to cover, and whether Buffalo can keep the game tight into the third period.

Buffalo Betting Outlook

Buffalo is 8-7-4 with a 4-1-4 road mark, 1-4 last five. Its latest results are a 3-2 overtime loss to Chicago Blackhawks and an 8-3 loss to Tampa Bay Lightning. Tage Thompson leads the club with 21 points, Tage Thompson paces the goal scoring with 12, and Zach Benson leads in assists with 13. Buffalo scores 2.89 and allows 3.58 goals per game. Buffalo is 8-11-0 on the puck line. As the underdog, it needs disciplined defense and timely finishing to stay within the number. Injury news remains a factor for its depth.

Dallas Betting Outlook

Dallas is 10-6-2 with a 6-5-0 home mark, 3-2 last five. Its latest results are an 8-3 loss to Winnipeg Jets and a 4-3 win over San Jose Sharks. Mikko Rantanen leads the club with 21 points, Mikko Rantanen paces the goal scoring with 9, and Wyatt Johnston leads in assists with 13. Dallas scores 2.89 and allows 2.72 goals per game. Dallas is 7-11-0 on the puck line. As the favorite, it needs its top line of production to separate before late-game variance takes over. Injury news remains a factor for its depth.

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Buffalo Sabres vs Dallas Stars FAQ

What is the current spread for Buffalo Sabres vs Dallas Stars?

The current home spread is DAL -1.5, while the away spread is BUF +1.5.

How far has the spread moved for Buffalo Sabres vs Dallas Stars?

The spread opened at DAL -1.5 and is now DAL -1.5.

What is the current moneyline for Buffalo Sabres vs Dallas Stars?

The current moneyline is BUF +120 / DAL -142.

How far has the moneyline moved for Buffalo Sabres vs Dallas Stars?

The moneyline opened at BUF +130 / DAL -155 and is now BUF +120 / DAL -142.

What is the current total for Buffalo Sabres vs Dallas Stars?

The current total is 6.5.

How far has the total moved for Buffalo Sabres vs Dallas Stars?

The total opened at 6.5 and is now 6.5.

Is the market taking the underdog in Buffalo Sabres vs Dallas Stars?

Current market signal: Market Steady.

Is the market taking the favorite in Buffalo Sabres vs Dallas Stars?

Current market signal: Dog Taking Support.

Is the total dropping for Buffalo Sabres vs Dallas Stars?

Current totals signal: Total Steady.

Is the total rising for Buffalo Sabres vs Dallas Stars?

Current totals signal: Total Steady.

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What is the best free prop bet for Buffalo Sabres vs Dallas Stars?

Jack Quinn Over 1.5 Shots on Goal

What is the biggest matchup edge for Buffalo Sabres vs Dallas Stars?

Dallas owns a +0.17 goal differential per game against -0.68 for Buffalo. Buffalo scores 2.89 and allows 3.58, while Dallas scores 2.89 and allows 2.72. Special teams and goaltending can flatten that gap in a one-goal game, which is why the puck line deserves separate evaluation.

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Matchup Buffalo Sabres vs. Dallas Stars
Game Date 14, 2026
Venue American Airlines Center
RECENT COMPLETED PICKS

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23-28 45.1% WIN
GAME
LEAN
WIN %
UNITS
RESULT
CAR@LV
CARTER HART OVER 2.5 GOALS ALLOWED
52.8%
2
WIN
LV@CAR
JALEN CHATFIELD UNDER 1.5 SHOTS ON GOAL
53.4%
3
WIN
CAR@LV
JEREMY LAUZON OVER 1.5 BLOCKS
52.6%
2
LOSS
LV@CAR
CARTER HART UNDER 3.5 GOALS ALLOWED
53.2%
3
LOSS
LV@CAR
RASMUS ANDERSSON UNDER 1.5 SHOTS ON GOAL
54.2%
4
LOSS
MON@CAR
LANE HUTSON UNDER 0.5 ASSTS
54.1%
4
LOSS
CAR@MON
FREDERIK ANDERSEN UNDER 20.5 SAVES
53.4%
3
WIN
CAR@MON
FREDRICK ANDERSON UNDER 20.5 SAVES
54.2%
4
WIN
CAR@MON
COLE CAUFIELD UNDER 2.5 SHOTS ON GOAL
53.8%
3
WIN
MON@CAR
MON +171
52.7%
3
WIN
MON@CAR
JAKUB DOBES UNDER 3.5 GOALS ALLOWED
54.0%
3
WIN
BUF@MON
ALEX NEWHOOK OVER 1.5 SHOTS ON GOAL
53.7%
3
WIN
LV@ANA
PAVEL MINTYUKOV OVER 1.5 BLOCKS
53.2%
3
WIN
BUF@MON
NICK SUZUKI UNDER 0.5 ASST
53.2%
3
WIN
BUF@MON
COLE CAUFIELD UNDER 0.5 POINTS
53.2%
3
LOSS
COL@MIN
SCOTT WEDGEWOOD OVER 25.5 SAVES
53.8%
3
LOSS
ANA@LV
RASMUS ANDERSSON OVER 1.5 BLOCKS
54.6%
4
LOSS
DET@BUF
OVER 6
54.5%
3
WIN
OTT@DET
OVER 5.5
54.4%
4
LOSS
CAR@CLB
CAR -135
60.9%
4
LOSS
LA@NYR
LA -115
53.7%
3
WIN
FLA@CHI
OVER 5.5
57.1%
3
WIN
CLB@PIT
PIT -120
54.7%
3
LOSS
MIN@BUF
BUF -120
55.6%
4
LOSS
NSH@COL
UNDER 6.5
53.8%
3
LOSS
CGY@CHI
CHI -118
54.8%
3
LOSS
DAL@ANA
DAL -116
54.0%
3
LOSS
FLA@BUF
BUF -115
55.8%
4
LOSS
NJ@WPG
WPG -122
55.5%
4
WIN
NSH@CGY
CGY -118
57.5%
4
LOSS
BUF@CLB
BUF -108
59.7%
4
LOSS
WPG@TOR
TOR -133
58.8%
4
WIN
WAS@FLA
FLA -118
56.6%
3
WIN
MIN@WPG
MIN -113
55.1%
4
WIN
PHI@CHI
PHI -125
56.1%
4
WIN
DAL@DET
DAL -125
58.0%
6
LOSS
ANA@CLB
ZACH WERENSKI OVER 1.5 BLOCKS
54.4%
4
LOSS
NSH@STL
NSH -105
53.3%
3
WIN
OTT@WPG
OVER 5.5
54.0%
3
LOSS
TB@NYI
TB -130
60.9%
6
LOSS
MIN@CGY
MIN -115
56.5%
6
LOSS
PIT@TB
UNDER 6.5
54.8%
3
LOSS
TOR@FLA
OVER 6
53.8%
3
PUSH
MON@LV
OVER 6
54.4%
4
LOSS
PHI@FLA
SAM BENNETT UNDER 2.5 SHOTS ON GOAL
54.1%
4
LOSS
BOS@NYI
MATHEW BARZAL OVER 0.5 ASSTS
54.4%
4
LOSS
CLB@WAS
OVER 6.5
54.2%
3
LOSS
CLB@DET
DET -135
67.0%
6
WIN
STL@PHI
UNDER 5.5
54.6%
4
WIN
CAR@MIN
OVER 6
56.4%
4
WIN
PHI@STL
JORDAN BINNINGTON UNDER 22.5 SAVES
54.4%
4
LOSS
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