Blue Jackets vs Sabres player props, stats and preview
By DARIMARKET Research · Published · Updated · Start Fri, Nov 6, 7:00 PM ET
The Columbus Blue Jackets visit the Buffalo Sabres on Friday, Nov 6 at 7:00 PM ET. This preview covers Blue Jackets vs Sabres player props: the star players to watch, each team's recent form, the best last-10 hit rates next to the FanDuel and DraftKings lines, and the injury report.
The Blue Jackets are 4-6 over the last 10, 2.6 scored and 3.2 allowed per game. The Sabres are 5-5 over the last 10, 3.3 scored and 3.4 allowed per game.
The best last-10 hit rates in this game belong to Noah Ostlund over 0.5 shots on goal (10 of 10), Tage Thompson over 0.5 shots on goal (9 of 10) and Josh Doan over 0.5 shots on goal (9 of 10). These are past results, not predictions.
Blue Jackets vs Sabres star players to watch
Buffalo Sabres
Tage Thompson, Sabres. Averaged 3.6 shots on goal over the last 10 games and cleared 1+ shots in 9 of the last 10.
Rasmus Dahlin, Sabres. Averaged 2.8 shots on goal over the last 10 games and cleared 2+ shots in 8 of the last 10.
Jack Quinn, Sabres. Averaged 2.7 shots on goal over the last 10 games and cleared 2+ shots in 8 of the last 10.
Buffalo Sabres best player prop hit rates
Sabres: 5-5 over the last 10, 3.3 scored and 3.4 allowed per game.
| Player | Line | Last 10 | FanDuel / DraftKings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noah OstlundC | over 0.5 shots on goalShots on goal, last-10 avg 2.3 | 10 of 10 | Not posted |
| Tage ThompsonC | over 0.5 shots on goalShots on goal, last-10 avg 3.6 | 9 of 10 | Not posted |
| Josh DoanRW | over 0.5 shots on goalShots on goal, last-10 avg 1.9 | 9 of 10 | Not posted |
| Zach BensonLW | over 0.5 pointsPoints, last-10 avg 1.3 | 9 of 10 | Not posted |
| Rasmus DahlinD | over 1.5 shots on goalShots on goal, last-10 avg 2.8 | 8 of 10 | Not posted |
| Jack QuinnRW | Shots on goal |
Blue Jackets vs Sabres injury report
Blue Jackets: none listed.
Sabres: Konsta Helenius (C) out, Justin Danforth (RW) injured reserve, Alex Lyon (G) injured reserve, Matt Grzelcyk (D) injured reserve, Jack Rathbone (D) injured reserve.
From ESPN's injury report as of Nov 5, 2026, 8:00 AM ET. Players listed out or doubtful are left out of the lists above. Statuses change up to the start.
Game script: what to watch
A leading team often sits back in the third period, which can suppress its own shot totals. Research shot props with the score in mind.
If a favorite goes down early, live puck lines move fast. That is a moment to research, not to chase.
Things to watch while you research, not instructions to bet.
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What are the best player props for Blue Jackets vs Sabres?
Before Blue Jackets vs Sabres (7:00 PM ET), the best last-10 hit rates in this game belong to Noah Ostlund over 0.5 shots on goal (10 of 10), Tage Thompson over 0.5 shots on goal (9 of 10) and Josh Doan over 0.5 shots on goal (9 of 10). Past results, not predictions. 21+.
Who are the star players to watch in Blue Jackets vs Sabres?
Tage Thompson (Sabres) has averaged 3.6 shots on goal over the last 10 games and cleared 1+ shots in 9 of the last 10. Rasmus Dahlin (Sabres) has averaged 2.8 shots on goal over the last 10 games and cleared 2+ shots in 8 of the last 10. Jack Quinn (Sabres) has averaged 2.7 shots on goal over the last 10 games and cleared 2+ shots in 8 of the last 10.
What time does Blue Jackets vs Sabres start?
Columbus Blue Jackets at Buffalo Sabres starts Friday, Nov 6 at 7:00 PM ET.
Who is injured for Blue Jackets vs Sabres?
From ESPN's injury report: Blue Jackets: none listed. Sabres: Konsta Helenius (C) out, Justin Danforth (RW) injured reserve, Alex Lyon (G) injured reserve, Matt Grzelcyk (D) injured reserve, Jack Rathbone (D) injured reserve. Statuses change up to the start; confirm before acting.
Where can I find Blue Jackets vs Sabres odds and prop lines?
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Last 10 counts each player's last 10 games on file. Lines are each book's main line when this page was updated; check the live line at your book. Research and commentary only. 21+.
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