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Vegas Golden Knights vs Buffalo Sabres Prediction (Jan 28, 2027)

Vegas Golden Knights vs Buffalo Sabres — Jan 28, 2027

Model last updated: Aug 08, 2026 09:40 AM PDT; data source: schedule_predictions.csv

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

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Pregame win probability: Vegas Golden Knights 56.6% • Buffalo Sabres 43.4%

Expected goals: Vegas Golden Knights 3.23 — Buffalo Sabres 2.78 • Median total: 6.5

Expected Goals Comparison

Vegas Golden Knights
3.44
xG/game (Season)
Buffalo Sabres
3.40
xG/game (Season)