NHL Previews
The NHL is one of the most popular sports for betting, but choosing the right teams and players to bet on can be challenging. Thankfully, Scores and Stats has a team of talented handicappers that are always putting their blood and sweat into previewing every NHL game from an betting perspective.
Whether you’re a first time sports bettor, or an experienced sharp, these predictions and NHL expert picks are up for grabs.
Latest NHL Previews
Game Preview Ottawa Senators @ Pittsburgh Penguins The Ottawa Senators travel to PPG Paints Arena to face the Pittsburgh Penguins in a clash of two Eastern Conference teams searching for stability in an increasingly competitive standings race. Ottawa continues to build with youth and speed, while Pittsburgh leans heavily on veteran leadership in hopes of another playoff push. With both
Game Preview Washington Capitals @ Toronto Maple Leafs The Washington Capitals head north to face the Toronto Maple Leafs in a matchup featuring two Eastern Conference teams chasing playoff positions. Toronto returns home following a tough road stretch, while Washington continues to lean on veteran presence to maintain pace in the Metropolitan Division. This inter-conference game carries betting interest across
Game Preview Buffalo Sabres @ Philadelphia Flyers The Buffalo Sabres head to Wells Fargo Center to take on the Philadelphia Flyers in an Eastern Conference clash that features two teams battling for position in a tightly packed standings race. Buffalo remains focused on offensive development and transitional scoring, while Philadelphia leans on discipline, shot suppression, and goaltending to win close
Game Preview Calgary Flames @ Seattle Kraken The Calgary Flames travel to Climate Pledge Arena to take on the Seattle Kraken in a Pacific Division clash that may shape mid-season playoff implications. Calgary remains in the playoff hunt with recent signs of improved chemistry, while Seattle tries to stabilize after a streak of inconsistent performances. Both teams have had fluctuating
Game Preview San Jose Sharks @ Dallas Stars The San Jose Sharks head to Texas for a Western Conference matchup against the Dallas Stars on December 18, 2025. This contest pits one of the NHL’s struggling defenses against a consistent contender vying for Central Division supremacy. While the Sharks remain in a rebuild, the Stars continue to pressure division rivals
Game Preview: Detroit Red Wings @ Utah Mammoth The Detroit Red Wings head to Salt Lake City to take on the Utah Mammoth on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. This East vs West NHL clash features one of the league’s most historic franchises against an ambitious expansion club still finding its rhythm. Detroit is battling for postseason position in the Atlantic
Game Preview: Vegas Golden Knights @ New Jersey Devils The Vegas Golden Knights head to Prudential Center to take on the New Jersey Devils on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. This inter-conference matchup features two teams with postseason aspirations, but very different current trajectories. Vegas enters with championship pedigree and defensive discipline, while New Jersey is built for speed and scoring
Game Preview: Nashville Predators @ Carolina Hurricanes The Nashville Predators visit the Carolina Hurricanes on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, in what could be a physical, low-scoring interconference tilt. Both teams are in the playoff conversation in their respective conferences and bring solid defensive metrics into this matchup. Nashville continues to build under their new coaching regime with a defense-first identity,
Game Preview: St. Louis Blues @ Winnipeg Jets The St. Louis Blues travel north to face the Winnipeg Jets on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, in a key Central Division showdown. Both teams enter this game tightly bunched in the Western Conference playoff picture, making this matchup critical for future tiebreakers. The Blues bring a physical, forecheck-heavy style into Winnipeg, while

