Buffalo Sabres Magic Number To Secure Playoff Spot

The countdown to the NHL playoffs is on, and at the time of this writing, the Buffalo Sabres have a magic number to secure their first playoff spot since the 2010-11 season. So what is the magic number for the Buffalo Sabres?

What Is The Buffalo Sabres Magic Number To Make The Playoffs

At the time of this writing, the magic number for the Buffalo Sabres to end their 14-season NHL playoff drought is 13 with 11 games left.

Of course, the number can and will change based on how many games the Sabres win and lose, along with the other teams in the Eastern Conference.

The Sabres' magic number could drop to 11 tonight, even with them not playing, if both the New York Islanders and the Ottawa Senators lose tonight, it would be very good news for the Buffalo Sabres.

**UPDATE** With The Islanders loss on Tuesday Night, The Sabres magic number is now 11**

Right now, the odds of the Buffalo Sabres making the playoffs are right now at 99.95% according to moneypuck.com.

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Of course, the Sabres can take care of that magic number themselves by winning and getting 13 points all by themselves.

The New York Islanders, Detroit Red Wings, Ottawa Senators, and Philadelphia Flyers are all currently on the NHL playoff bubble, and if any of these teams lose it will help the Sabres secure a playoff spot.

The Sabres are in a good spot to clinch their first playoff spot in 14 seasons at home, and it could happen as soon as this Saturday against the Seattle Kraken.