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Washington Capitals vs Buffalo Sabres Prediction (Dec 14, 2024)

Washington Capitals vs Buffalo Sabres — Dec 14, 2024

Model last updated: Aug 26, 2026 09:31 AM PDT; data source: schedule_predictions.csv

Detailed NHL game prediction for Washington Capitals vs Buffalo Sabres: pregame win probabilities, expected goals, and projected totals from our NHLForecasts model.

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Washington Capitals 58.3% Buffalo Sabres 41.7%
Pregame win probability

Expected goals: Washington Capitals 3.23 — Buffalo Sabres 3.17 • Median total: 5.9

Expected Goals Comparison

Washington Capitals
3.47
xG/game (Season)
Buffalo Sabres
3.40
xG/game (Season)