| Outcome | Probability | Yes Bid | Yes Ask | 24h Change | Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Over 8.5 goals scored | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Over 7.5 goals scored | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Over 2.5 goals scored | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Over 6.5 goals scored | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Over 3.5 goals scored | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Over 5.5 goals scored | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Over 4.5 goals scored | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Over 9.5 goals scored | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
This market lets traders bet on the combined total points scored in the Buffalo at San Jose game (commonly the combined goals in an NHL matchup). It matters because total-points markets react to late information—starting goalies, scratches, and in-game events—which creates trading and hedging opportunities.
Buffalo (Sabres) visiting San Jose (Sharks) is an NHL road game; team styles, recent scoring form, and travel schedules all shape expected scoring. The market on KALSHI is split into 8 outcomes representing ranges of total points; total volume traded is currently $0 and the market close time is listed as TBD, so traders should watch for updates to the event page.
Prices in this market reflect the market’s aggregate expectation about which total-points range will occur; they move as new information arrives (lineups, starter decisions, injuries). Interpret prices as signals about relative likelihoods across the available outcome ranges, not fixed predictions.
The event page currently shows the close time as TBD; KALSHI will typically publish the official close before the game (often at or just before puck drop). Check the event page for the definitive close time and any last-minute updates.
Inclusion of overtime or shootout goals depends on the market’s rule set—check the KALSHI event rules linked on the page. Common practice in hockey markets is that goals scored in overtime are included in total goals, while shootout-deciding outcomes are often excluded, but verify the specific event rules.
Starting goaltender announcements are high-impact information and often trigger notable price movement because goaltender performance is a primary determinant of goal totals. A switch to a backup or an unexpected starter can materially change expectations for the total.
Key signals include confirmed lineups and scratches, the announced starters, recent penalty trends, pregame injury reports, and late travel or rest information; in-game, penalties, player ejections, and momentum swings (e.g., sustained offensive pressure) can change the likely total.
Historical and venue trends provide context but can be noisy—use recent-season data and current roster/context (coaching, injuries, form) more heavily. Small sample sizes or out-of-date trends can mislead, so weigh history alongside current-season indicators.