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


Devils Seek Third Straight Win Over Slumping Rangers The New Jersey Devils visit the New York Rangers on Thursday, looking to complete a season sweep of their Metropolitan Division rivals. Despite recent struggles, the Devils will rely on their dominant performances in the first two meetings, where they outscored the Rangers 10-1, to carry momentum into Madison Square Garden. Devils
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Sabres and Senators Face Off Amid Tight Playoff Race The Buffalo Sabres and Ottawa Senators meet Thursday night in a crucial Eastern Conference matchup, each team eager to make strides in the playoff race. The Sabres have found some stability after a turbulent season, while the Senators look to reclaim their scoring touch as they return home following a long
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Maple Leafs Look to Keep Rolling Against the Hurricanes The Toronto Maple Leafs are on fire right now, and they’re not showing any signs of slowing down. Riding a five-game winning streak, they’re heading into Raleigh to take on the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday night. While Toronto is looking unstoppable, the Hurricanes have been struggling to find consistency. Let’s break
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Ducks and Blues Focus on Special Teams in Crucial Matchup The St. Louis Blues welcome the Anaheim Ducks to Enterprise Center on Thursday night, as both teams look to address their special teams struggles and solidify their positions in the Western Conference playoff race. Blues Look to Reclaim Home-Ice Advantage The Blues (8-9-1 at home) enter a pivotal stretch with
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Blue Jackets Welcome Kraken After Epic Road Win: Can Columbus Keep Rolling? The Columbus Blue Jackets are heading into the second half of their season with serious momentum. Sitting in the second wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference, they’re fighting to make the playoffs for the first time in five years. After a gutsy comeback win against the Pittsburgh Penguins,
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Panthers need more offense while Utah tries to improve at home The Florida Panthers aim to reignite their offensive firepower when they visit the Utah Hockey Club in Salt Lake City on Wednesday. This matchup offers both teams a chance to address glaring issues: Florida’s recent scoring drought and Utah’s home-game struggles. Panthers’ Scoring Slump The Florida Panthers, traditionally one


Avalanche defensemen in spotlight ahead of tilt with Blackhawks The Colorado Avalanche defensemen are proving themselves as pivotal contributors to the team’s recent success, blending offensive flair with their primary goal of preventing opposing teams from scoring. As the Avalanche head to Chicago to face the struggling Blackhawks on Wednesday, the two teams’ contrasting trajectories couldn’t be more apparent. Avalanche
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Canucks seek consistency in clash with Capitals The Vancouver Canucks are set to face the Washington Capitals on Wednesday in a pivotal matchup during their five-game road trip. This contest marks a critical test for the Canucks, who are grappling with recent inconsistencies, while the Capitals aim to maintain their strong home record. Canucks’ Struggles: A Need for Stability The
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Boston Bruins vs Edmonton Oilers January 7th 2025 The Oilers and Bruins are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bruins will host the game at TD Garden in Boston, MA. The Oilers are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference showdown. The game’s over/under is currently at 6 goals. Edmonton vs. Boston Key Information The Oilers
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