Chicago Blackhawks at Buffalo Sabres NHL Predictions
2026-10-03 • KeyBank Center
Buffalo Sabres vs Chicago Blackhawks @ 7:00 PM EDT
📊 Pre-Game Predictions
Win Probability
BUF: 58.6%
CHI: 41.4%
Expected Goals
BUF: 3.56
CHI: 3.08
Total Goals
Median: 6.5
Over 5.5: 65%
Over 6.5: 50%
🥅 Goalie Matchup
BUF
Alex Lyon - 20-10-4 | 0.906 SV% | 2.77 GAA
CHI
Spencer Knight - 19-25-11 | 0.902 SV% | 2.82 GAA
| Stat | BUF | CHI |
|---|---|---|
| Season SV% | 0.906 | 0.909 |
| Last 5 SV% | 0.847 | 0.851 |
| SV% vs Opponent | — | 0.808 |
| GAA | 2.82 | 2.63 |
Last 5 / vs opponent shown when available in goalie stats. Confirmed goalie row used when available; otherwise current projected starter is shown.
Head-to-Head History
Model accuracy in this matchup: 100% • BUF at home vs CHI: 3-0
| Date | Score | Winner | Model Pick |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-13 | CHI 1 - 5 BUF | BUF | BUF |
| 2025-11-21 | BUF 9 - 3 CHI | BUF | BUF |
| 2024-12-27 | BUF 6 - 2 CHI | BUF | BUF |
| 2024-10-19 | CHI 2 - 4 BUF | BUF | BUF |
| 2024-01-18 | BUF 3 - 0 CHI | BUF | BUF |
🔮 Game Preview
This game is scheduled for 2026-10-03 at 7:00 PM EDT.
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