BUF vs MIN Prediction & Model Odds (Jan 17, 2026) | NHLForecasts

BUF vs MIN — Jan 17, 2026

Detailed NHL game prediction for BUF vs MIN: pregame win probabilities, expected goals, and projected totals from our NHLForecasts model.

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Pregame win probability: BUF 59.3% • MIN 40.7%

Expected goals: BUF 2.99 — MIN 2.88 • Median total: 5.8