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Golden Knights vs. Sabres Prediction: Vegas Predicted to Win Saturday's NHL Matchup [3/15/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Saturday's Vegas Golden Knights vs Buffalo Sabres matchup.
The Buffalo Sabres will take on the Vegas Golden Knights in NHL action at KeyBank Center on Saturday, starting at 12:30PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Golden Knights as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has used the latest data to run 10,000 simulations of Saturday's Vegas-Buffalo game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various other inputs, we estimate that the Golden Knights are more likely to win, while the Sabres have a lower chance of victory."
For expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Golden Knights vs. Sabres predictions page.
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Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Golden Knights and Sabres 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Golden Knights a 61% chance of defeating the Sabres.
According to our model, the Sabres (+1.5) have a 61% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 6.5 goals has a 53% chance of staying under.
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Golden Knights vs. Sabres Odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Golden Knights | Sabres |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+130) | +1.5 (-150) |
| Moneyline | -200 | +170 |
| Total | o6.5 (+104) | u6.5 (-120) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Golden Knights vs. Sabres Picks and Best Bets
Our model's strongest edge in today's Golden Knights vs. Sabres matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the current odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
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Who will score an anytime goal in Golden Knights vs. Sabres?
According to our model, Buffalo's Tage Thompson is most likely to score the first goal in Golden Knights vs. Sabres.
Our projections give Thompson an 8.4% chance of scoring the first goal at KeyBank Center, while the Sabres star is a 42.6% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Vegas Golden Knights
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Eichel | 6.8% |
| Pavel Dorofeyev | 6.0% |
| Tomas Hertl | 6.0% |
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 8.4% |
| Alex Tuch | 5.9% |
| Jiri Kulich | 4.4% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Vegas Golden Knights
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Eichel | 35.2% |
| Tomas Hertl | 32.4% |
| Pavel Dorofeyev | 31.4% |
Buffalo Sabres
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tage Thompson | 42.6% |
| Alex Tuch | 31.8% |
| Jiri Kulich | 24.9% |
Golden Knights vs. Sabres Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Saturday's game between the Sabres and Golden Knights at KeyBank Center is scheduled to begin at 12:30PM ET.
- Who: Vegas Golden Knights vs. Buffalo Sabres
- Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025
- Time: 12:30PM ET/9:30AM PT
- Venue: KeyBank Center
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Saturday's Golden Knights vs. Sabres matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
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Conclusion
We predict the Golden Knights, with a 61% win probability, will likely beat the Sabres on Saturday.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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