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Vegas Golden Knights vs Buffalo Sabres predictions, Mar 17, 2026

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### Match Preview: Vegas Golden Knights vs. Buffalo Sabres

On March 17, 2026, the Vegas Golden Knights will host the Buffalo Sabres in what promises to be an exciting NHL showdown. Recent form suggests a stark contrast between the two teams, with the Sabres enjoying a strong run, having secured victories in 4 of their last 5 matches. This momentum could greatly influence their performance as they look to capitalize on their current success.

Conversely, the Golden Knights have faced challenges, winning only 2 of their last 5 games. At home, they will aim to leverage the support of their fans to turn around their fortunes. Historically, the Golden Knights are known for their solid defensive structure paired with quick transition play, which could be crucial against the Sabres’ aggressive offensive style.

Bookmakers have given the Golden Knights odds of 2.54 for a home win compared to 2.35 for the Sabres on the road. The model prediction suggests a close matchup, estimating a 38.9% probability for a Vegas win, a 23.7% chance for a draw, and a 38.4% likelihood of an away victory for Buffalo.

As both teams assess their tactical approaches, fans can expect a competitive encounter; however, no clear outcome can be guaranteed.

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Vegas
37.2%		 Draw
22.4%		 Buffalo
40.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:4

Outrights of NHL Vegas Golden Knights: 7.57% Buffalo Sabres: 4.39%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
2.61 4.36 2.39
2.54 4.19 2.35

Latest Results

14.03.26 Vegas Golden Knights – Chicago Blackhawks – 4:0
12.03.26 Vegas Golden Knights – Pittsburgh Penguins – 6:2
10.03.26 Dallas Stars – Vegas Golden Knights – 2:1
08.03.26 Vegas Golden Knights – Edmonton Oilers – 2:4
06.03.26 Vegas Golden Knights – Minnesota Wild – 2:4		 14.03.26 Buffalo Sabres – Toronto Maple Leafs – 3:2 penalties
12.03.26 Buffalo Sabres – Washington Capitals – 1:2
10.03.26 Buffalo Sabres – San Jose Sharks – 6:3
08.03.26 Buffalo Sabres – Tampa Bay Lightning – 8:7
07.03.26 Buffalo Sabres – Nashville Predators – 3:2

Facts

  • The most interesting match of the day — two teams from the very top of the table will face off (ranked 4 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: ) and 2 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Vegas won 1.
  • In recent matches, Vegas has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Buffalo is showing top-class performance now (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Recently, the opponents have had a series of home games.
  • In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.
  • In the last 15 head-to-head matches, Vegas won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 46:48. (average 3.1:3.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Vegas won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 25:18. (average 3.6:2.6).

    Latest Head To Head

    03.03.26 Buffalo Sabres – Vegas Golden Knights – 3:2
    15.03.25 Buffalo Sabres – Vegas Golden Knights – 4:3 penalties
    04.01.25 Vegas Golden Knights – Buffalo Sabres – 3:1
    02.03.24 Buffalo Sabres – Vegas Golden Knights – 7:2
    15.12.23 Vegas Golden Knights – Buffalo Sabres – 2:5

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Colorado Avalanche 65 39 5 9 12 247:163 97
    2 Dallas Stars 66 33 9 10 14 232:178 94
    3 Minnesota Wild 67 25 13 12 17 224:192 88
    4 Vegas Golden Knights 67 23 8 14 22 220:209 76
    5 Anaheim Ducks 66 21 15 3 27 219:230 75
    6 Utah Mammoth 67 26 8 6 27 208:188 74
    7 Edmonton Oilers 67 24 8 9 26 235:231 73
    8 San Jose Sharks 64 20 12 6 26 200:222 70
    9 Seattle Kraken 65 24 6 9 26 185:197 69
    10 Los Angeles Kings 66 17 10 15 24 176:200 69
    11 Nashville Predators 65 22 7 9 27 194:222 67
    12 Winnipeg Jets 65 22 5 10 28 185:200 64
    13 St. Louis Blues 66 24 3 10 29 175:219 64
    14 Chicago Blackhawks 66 18 7 11 30 175:213 61
    15 Calgary Flames 66 22 4 7 33 165:207 59
    16 Vancouver Canucks 66 13 7 8 38 171:246 48

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Carolina Hurricanes 66 31 11 6 18 234:192 90
    2 Buffalo Sabres 67 34 7 6 20 235:200 88
    3 Tampa Bay Lightning 65 31 9 4 21 231:182 84
    4 Montreal Canadiens 65 25 11 10 19 230:216 82
    5 Pittsburgh Penguins 66 28 5 15 18 223:202 81
    6 New York Islanders 67 24 14 5 24 197:191 81
    7 Boston Bruins 66 27 10 6 23 219:207 80
    8 Detroit Red Wings 67 25 11 8 23 195:201 80
    9 Columbus Blue Jackets 66 23 11 11 21 212:208 79
    10 Ottawa Senators 65 27 6 9 23 218:201 75
    11 Philadelphia Flyers 66 20 11 12 23 191:205 74
    12 Washington Capitals 68 28 5 8 27 212:203 74
    13 Florida Panthers 65 26 7 3 29 197:214 69
    14 New Jersey Devils 66 22 11 2 31 176:201 68
    15 Toronto Maple Leafs 67 20 8 12 27 211:236 68
    16 New York Rangers 66 19 9 8 30 189:205 64

    NHL Outrights

    1. Colorado Avalanche: 3.95 (21.09%)

    2. Tampa Bay Lightning: 5.38 (15.5%)

    3. Carolina Hurricanes: 6.5 (12.82%)

    4. Vegas Golden Knights: 11 (7.57%)

    5. Edmonton Oilers: 11.5 (7.25%)

    6. Minnesota Wild: 13.5 (6.17%)

    7. Dallas Stars: 15 (5.55%)

    8. Buffalo Sabres: 19 (4.39%)

    9. Montreal Canadiens: 32.5 (2.56%)

    10. Utah Mammoth: 35 (2.38%)

    11. Anaheim Ducks: 41 (2.03%)

    12. Ottawa Senators: 46 (1.81%)

    13. Detroit Red Wings: 53.5 (1.56%)

    14. New York Islanders: 53.5 (1.56%)

    15. Pittsburgh Penguins: 53.5 (1.56%)

    16. Columbus Blue Jackets: 64 (1.3%)

    17. Los Angeles Kings: 71 (1.17%)

    18. Boston Bruins: 101 (0.82%)

    19. Florida Panthers: 138.5 (0.6%)

    20. Washington Capitals: 151 (0.55%)

    21. San Jose Sharks: 176 (0.47%)

    22. Winnipeg Jets: 301 (0.28%)

    23. Nashville Predators: 351 (0.24%)

    24. Seattle Kraken: 451 (0.18%)

    25. New Jersey Devils: 626 (0.13%)

    26. Philadelphia Flyers: 751 (0.11%)

    27. St. Louis Blues: 1001 (0.08%)

    28. Toronto Maple Leafs: 1251 (0.07%)

    29. Calgary Flames: 1751 (0.05%)

    30. Chicago Blackhawks: 1751 (0.05%)

    31. New York Rangers: 1751 (0.05%)

    32. Vancouver Canucks: 3001 (0.03%)

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