The Sabres, winner of just 2 of 10 games, face a streaky Red Wings team in Detroit on Wednesday. The Sabres are below .500 on the road this season, but it isn't their offense that should be faulted for their lack of wins. They've had solid and balanced scoring this year, with the fourth ranked offense and a 7th place PP. They have, however, been quite shaky on defense, with the third worst defense and PK. Not surprisingly, we have seen 4 of 5 games go over the total, including a 11 goal total on Monday.
The Red Wings are just slightly above average in all categories, although they have managed a bit more offense (4+ goals per game) of late. They've been running with Husso in net, and for good reason, but it is Nedeljkovic who starts on Wednesday. He hasn't played much this season, and has allowed 4 goals a game with a save % of .880 in his starts. Detroit has been consistently good (7-3) at home this season, and have the personnel to make an impression this year. With the Red Wings' weaker net-minder in, and the Sabres' firepower and leaky D, the best bet is the total. Look for another high scoring game and wager on the over.