Final Score: Lightning 7 - Sabres 8
Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET

Lightning @ Sabres

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Lightning
39-22 Rating 1566
Form: LLLLW
Model Probability
50%
50%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +0.2
Sabres
38-25 Rating 1547
Form: WWWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Lightning Sabres
All-time wins 54 63
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average goals 2.9 3.0
Last meeting 2 6

Key Season Stats

Stat Lightning Sabres
Games played 61 63
Avg goals scored 3.5 3.4
Avg goals conceded 2.7 3.0
Win percentage 64% 60%
Away win % / Home win % 62% 63%