The Carolina Hurricanes (26-15-3) will face off against the Buffalo Sabres (16-22-5) at KeyBank Center on Wednesday evening in what promises to be an intriguing Metropolitan Division matchup.
The Hurricanes enter the contest riding their strong defensive performance, allowing just three goals in their last two games while maintaining an impressive 2.75 goals-against average this season.
Carolina's dynamic offense, led by Martin Necas and Sebastian Aho who have combined for 28 goals and 66 assists, will test a struggling Sabres defense that has surrendered 22 goals in their last six games.
The Sabres, despite their defensive woes, have shown offensive capability with Tage Thompson and JJ Peterka contributing 29 goals and 37 assists between them this season.
While both teams have demonstrated scoring ability, averaging over three goals per game, their defensive performances tell dramatically different stories with Buffalo allowing 3.37 goals per game compared to Carolina's stingy 2.75.
As these teams prepare to battle at KeyBank Center, the question remains whether Buffalo's home-ice advantage can help them overcome their recent defensive struggles against a well-rounded Hurricanes squad that has been firing on all cylinders.
Buffalo Sabres vs. Carolina Hurricanes: who will win?
For tonight's Buffalo Sabres vs Carolina Hurricanes matchup, our predictive model gives the Hurricanes a 71.33% chance of defeating the Sabres.
Carolina Hurricanes: 71.33% win probability
- Superior goal differential (+24 compared to Sabres' -14)
- Better overall record (26 wins vs 16 wins in similar games played)
- Strong defensive performance (123 goals against vs Sabres' 146)
Buffalo Sabres: 28.67% win probability
- Poor defensive record (146 goals against, among bottom third in league)
- Low points total (37 points in 43 games, lowest in Atlantic Division)
- Inconsistent recent form (LWWLL showing struggle for consistency)
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Buffalo Sabres vs. Carolina Hurricanes odds
| Buffalo Sabres | Carolina Hurricanes | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | +158 (via Caesars Sportsbook) | -185 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) |
Key stats
- 1The Buffalo Sabres have won 16 out of 43 matches this season.
- 2The Carolina Hurricanes have won 26 out of 44 matches this season.
- 3With 37 points, the Buffalo Sabres holds the 16th position in the league standings.
- 4Carolina Hurricanes's 55 points place them 4th in the rankings.
Buffalo Sabres vs. Carolina Hurricanes form
Buffalo Sabres vs. Carolina Hurricanes head to head
Buffalo Sabres
33%
Carolina Hurricanes
67%
Feb 25, 2024
Buffalo Sabres
3 : 2
Carolina Hurricanes
Dec 3, 2023
Carolina Hurricanes
6 : 2
Buffalo Sabres
Nov 8, 2023
Carolina Hurricanes
3 : 2
Buffalo Sabres
Apr 8, 2023
Buffalo Sabres
4 : 3
Carolina Hurricanes
Feb 2, 2023
Buffalo Sabres
1 : 5
Carolina Hurricanes
Nov 4, 2022
Carolina Hurricanes
5 : 3
Buffalo Sabres
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