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


Florida in Full Control Heading into Game 3 The Florida Panthers are showing why they are the reigning Stanley Cup champions, and they have a surprising postseason star leading the way. Defenseman Nate Schmidt has sparked Florida to a 2-0 series lead over the Tampa Bay Lightning as the teams shift to Sunrise, Fla., for Saturday’s Game 3. Schmidt, a


Montréal Canadiens vs Washington Capitals April 25th 2025 Betting on today’s Capitals and Canadiens game? Catch the action at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC, as the Canadiens hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on TNT. The Capitals are favored by -1.5 in a Eastern conference showdown. The game’s over/under is currently at 5.5 goals. Your One-Stop Destination For All Things
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Blues Seek Solutions for Third-Period Struggles Against Jets The St. Louis Blues are still searching for answers after two frustrating third periods have put them in a 2-0 hole against the top-seeded Winnipeg Jets. Heading into Game 3 of the first-round playoff series, the Blues are counting on the energy of their home crowd and a return to form to
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Lightning Aim to Bounce Back and Even Series Against Panthers After a tough 6-2 loss in Game 1, the Tampa Bay Lightning are heading into Thursday’s matchup with a renewed sense of urgency. With the Florida Panthers having snatched home-ice advantage in dominant fashion, Game 2 becomes a critical opportunity for the Lightning to reset, respond, and prevent a daunting
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Maple Leafs Closing in on Rare Playoff Series Win Over Senators The Toronto Maple Leafs are inching toward a milestone that has long eluded them: winning a playoff series with relative ease. With a 2-0 series lead against the Ottawa Senators, Toronto now holds a golden opportunity to solidify their grip on this first-round matchup as Game 3 shifts to
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Golden Knights, Wild Zero In on Game 3 in Tight Opening-Round Series With the series now tied 1-1, the Vegas Golden Knights and Minnesota Wild are setting their sights squarely on Game 3 — a crucial matchup that could tip the balance in this fiercely contested first-round clash. As the series shifts to Saint Paul, both teams are pledging to
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Canadiens, Capitals Regroup After Game 1 OT Battle: Focus Shifts to Game 2 Game 1 of the first-round clash between the Washington Capitals and Montreal Canadiens delivered playoff drama from start to finish — and both teams know there’s no time to dwell on the result. As Game 2 approaches on Wednesday night in D.C., the Canadiens aim to even
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Emotions Run Deep as Stars, Avalanche Brace for Game 3 in Denver A playoff rivalry rich with history just got another layer of drama. With the first-round series between the Dallas Stars and Colorado Avalanche tied 1-1, Wednesday night’s Game 3 in Denver is shaping up to be both emotional and pivotal, featuring familiar faces in unfamiliar roles and a
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Lightning vs Panthers Playoff Preview 2025: ‘Battle of Florida’ Returns to the Ice Two bitter Sunshine State rivals meet again — and the stakes couldn’t be higher. The Tampa Bay Lightning and Florida Panthers are gearing up for their fourth playoff collision in five seasons, reigniting what has become one of the NHL’s fiercest modern rivalries. Game 1 of their
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