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


Canadiens, Ducks Clash in Pivotal Playoff Chase Battle Two teams still within striking distance of playoff spots face off Sunday afternoon as the Montreal Canadiens kick off a three-game California road trip against the Anaheim Ducks. Montreal won the first meeting between these teams on Dec. 9, securing a 3-2 shootout victory at home, thanks to a goal and an
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Matthew Tkachuk, Panthers Look to Build Momentum Against Blackhawks The Florida Panthers are looking to turn the corner on their season as they host the Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday afternoon in Sunrise, Fla. Despite a January filled with inconsistent performances, head coach Paul Maurice remains confident that his team is heading in the right direction. Florida kicked off its three-game
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Bruins Look to Tighten Defense in Key Matchup Against Rangers As the NHL’s break for the 4 Nations Face-Off approaches, the Boston Bruins are aiming to regain defensive stability with Charlie McAvoy back in the lineup. After missing seven games due to an upper-body injury, McAvoy returned on Thursday—but his comeback coincided with a 6-2 loss to the Winnipeg Jets,
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Jets vs. Capitals: A Showdown of NHL Conference Leaders The two best teams in the NHL, the Winnipeg Jets and Washington Capitals, are set to clash in a high-stakes matchup on Saturday night in Washington, D.C. Both teams lead their respective conferences and are riding impressive streaks, making this a must-watch game. Jets Stay Hot with Dominant Road Wins The
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Oilers Look to Capitalize on Struggling Maple Leafs in All-Canadian Showdown The Toronto Maple Leafs enter Saturday night’s road matchup against the Edmonton Oilers looking to snap a three-game losing streak. Toronto has struggled offensively during this skid, managing just a single goal in each of the past three contests. Meanwhile, the Oilers have earned points in four straight games
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Flames Bolster Roster Ahead of Key Clash with Streaking Red Wings The Calgary Flames continue their playoff push as they prepare to host the red-hot Detroit Red Wings on Saturday. With Calgary making key roster moves and Detroit surging in the standings, this matchup carries significant playoff implications. Flames Make Key Acquisitions to Strengthen Playoff Push Calgary enters this game
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Islanders Aim for Seventh Straight Win Against Struggling Lightning The red-hot New York Islanders look to extend their winning streak to seven games when they face the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday night. The Islanders, the NHL’s most in-form team, have climbed rapidly in the Eastern Conference standings and are now within striking distance of a playoff spot. Meanwhile, the
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Utah Looks to End Skid Against Surging Blue Jackets The Utah Hockey Club is desperate to find a way to close out games as they host the Columbus Blue Jackets on Friday night in Salt Lake City. While Utah has struggled in tight contests, Columbus has been on the rise, winning back-to-back overtime games and climbing into the second wild-card


Predators, Sabres Clash as Both Teams Seek Consistency The Nashville Predators and Buffalo Sabres have struggled to string together consistent success this season, and both will be looking to gain some much-needed momentum when they meet Friday night in Buffalo. With both teams sitting near the bottom of their respective conferences, every point matters as they try to claw their
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