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


Colorado Avalanche vs Minnesota Wild January 20th 2025 Looking to win big? The Wild and Avalanche face off at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The Avalanche are hosting the game at Ball Arena in Denver, CO. This Central division matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Avalanche are favored by -1.5 at home vs. the Wild. Minnesota vs. Colorado
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Boston Bruins vs San Jose Sharks January 20th 2025 Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Sharks versus the Bruins? The puck drops at 1:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on NBCS. The game will be played at TD Garden in Boston, MA. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6
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Seattle Kraken vs Buffalo Sabres January 20th 2025 Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Sabres versus the Kraken? The puck drops at 4:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA. The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and
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Islanders and Blue Jackets Bring Playoff Energy to Monday Showdown The New York Islanders and Columbus Blue Jackets might still be months away from the playoffs, but Monday night’s game in Elmont, N.Y., feels like a must-win for both teams. The Islanders are trying to climb out of the basement of the Metropolitan Division, while the Blue Jackets are fighting
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Maple Leafs Aim for Third Win of Season Against Lightning The Toronto Maple Leafs enter their matchup against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Monday night with momentum on their side, fresh off a seven-goal comeback victory over the Montreal Canadiens. Meanwhile, the Lightning are coming off a dominant win of their own and will look to snap a two-game losing
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Blackhawks Look to Build Momentum Against Hurricanes The Chicago Blackhawks aim to build on a much-needed victory when they host the Carolina Hurricanes on Monday night. While Chicago remains in last place, their recent win over the Vegas Golden Knights provided a boost of confidence. Meanwhile, the Hurricanes are also coming off a victory over Vegas, hoping to continue their
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Golden Knights Look to Break Their Losing Streak Against Blues The Vegas Golden Knights are hoping to snap their three-game skid when they host the St. Louis Blues on Monday afternoon in Las Vegas. It’s the first game of a back-to-back series between these teams, with the rematch set for Thursday in St. Louis. Golden Knights: Time to Get Back
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Jets Visit Utah Looking to Bounce Back The Winnipeg Jets are hitting the road for the first time in 2025, and their destination is Salt Lake City to take on the Utah Hockey Club. After a frustrating 3-1 loss to the Calgary Flames on Saturday, Winnipeg is looking to rebound and keep their dominance over Utah alive. Jets: Time to


Montréal Canadiens vs New York Rangers January 19th 2025 Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Rangers versus the Canadiens? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on NHLN. The game will be played at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC. The Rangers come into this Eastern conference matchup as the -1.5
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