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
Minnesota Wild vs Pittsburgh Penguins Betting Preview The Minnesota Wild return home searching for results, not moral victories. After back-to-back overtime losses, they’ll host the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday night at 8 PM ET in Saint Paul. The matchup streams on ESPN+. Minnesota sits 3-6-3, seventh in the Central Division. The Penguins enter 7-3-2 and second in the Metropolitan, earning
New York Islanders vs Carolina Hurricanes Betting Preview The New York Islanders visit the Carolina Hurricanes Thursday night in Raleigh for their first meeting of the 2025-26 season. Both teams are trying to snap two-game losing streaks. The Islanders blew a 2-0 lead in a 5-2 loss at Boston after giving up another advantage in a shootout defeat to Philadelphia.
Dallas Stars vs Tampa Bay Lightning Week 7 Betting Preview Dallas and Tampa Bay meet Thursday, October 30, 2025, 7:00 p.m. ET at Benchmark International Arena on TNT. Both ride three-game win streaks. Dallas leans on depth and structure after shuffling lines, highlighted by Thomas Harley’s extension and Jake Oettinger’s shutout over Washington. Tampa Bay found a spark with an
Boston Bruins vs Buffalo Sabres Betting Preview The Boston Bruins look to stay hot when they host the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 7 PM ET at TD Garden. Boston dominated the first meeting this month, 3-1, behind a strong two-way effort and balanced scoring. The Bruins rebounded from an ugly 7-2 loss in Ottawa with a
Ottawa Senators vs Calgary Flames Betting Preview The Ottawa Senators return home to the Canadian Tire Centre on Thursday night looking to rebound from a 7-3 loss in Chicago. Ottawa had scored seven goals in back-to-back wins before that defeat but fell into an early hole against the Blackhawks. The Calgary Flames also come in off a road loss in
Philadelphia Flyers vs Nashville Predators Betting Preview The Philadelphia Flyers are skating with confidence after winning four of their last five games. They return home Thursday to face the Nashville Predators at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Puck drop is set for 7:00 PM ET on NBCS. Philadelphia’s surge includes shootout wins over the Islanders and Penguins. First-year coach Rick Tocchet said
Ottawa Senators vs Chicago Blackhawks NHL Game Preview The Ottawa Senators will visit the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at the United Center. Puck drop is set for 8:45 PM ET, with coverage available on ESPN+. Ottawa (5-4-1) enters with its first winning record after 10 games in eight years, powered by an explosive top line that has
Detroit Red Wings vs St. Louis Blues Betting Preview The Detroit Red Wings and St. Louis Blues face off Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at Enterprise Center. Puck drop is set for 8:15 PM ET on ESPN+. These Central and Atlantic foes meet for the second time in four days after Detroit’s dramatic 6-4 comeback win at Little Caesars Arena. The
New York Islanders vs Boston Bruins Betting Preview The New York Islanders travel to TD Garden to face the Boston Bruins on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:15 PM ET on ESPN+. The Islanders enter on a five-game unbeaten streak (4-0-1) and have quickly turned things around after a slow start. Meanwhile, the Bruins look to

