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


Wild Look to Clinch Playoff Berth in Finale vs. Ducks With everything on the line, the Minnesota Wild enter Tuesday night’s showdown with the Anaheim Ducks knowing exactly what’s at stake: earn at least one point and punch their ticket to the Stanley Cup Playoffs. It’s a win-and-in scenario — or tie-and-in — for a Wild squad eager to control
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Blue Jackets Look to Stay Alive as They Visit Flyers The Columbus Blue Jackets have refused to go quietly. Riding a four-game winning streak and clinging to slim playoff hopes, they’ll visit the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday night hoping to keep their postseason dream alive — if only for a little longer. Before diving into this pivotal matchup, don’t forget
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Maple Leafs Aim to Clinch Atlantic Division Title in Buffalo Showdown The Toronto Maple Leafs are just one win away from locking up the Atlantic Division crown — and they’ll look to seal the deal on Tuesday night in a high-stakes road clash against the surging Buffalo Sabres. With just two games remaining, Toronto is on the brink of clinching
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Vancouver-Canucks vs San Jose Sharks April 14th 2025 Planning on watching today’s Sharks and Canucks game? Catch the action at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC, as the Canucks hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on NBCS. The over/under for this game is set at 6 goals, and the Canucks are favored by -1.5 against the Sharks in a Pacific division
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Predators, Utah Seek Strong Finish as Seasons Wind Down With the playoffs out of reach for both sides, the Nashville Predators and Utah Hockey Club will meet Monday night with one goal in mind — finishing the season with purpose. The final week offers little in terms of postseason implications, but both clubs are looking to close out their campaigns


Panthers Host Reeling Rangers in Final Week of Regular Season As the Florida Panthers prepare for a deep playoff run, the New York Rangers come to town with nothing left but regrets. When the two clubs face off Monday night in Sunrise, the contrast in trajectories couldn’t be starker. The Panthers are rolling into the postseason with momentum, while the
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Canadiens Eye Another Home Win, Welcome Blackhawks to Bell Centre The Montreal Canadiens are closing out their season with style and strength — especially at home. On Monday night, they’ll look to extend their impressive home-ice point streak when they face the visiting Chicago Blackhawks in a matchup of teams heading in very different directions. As the Habs gear up
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Red Wings Host Stars in Final Home Game of Season, Eyes on Future The Detroit Red Wings will close out their home schedule Monday night with Fan Appreciation Night, but the real story is what’s missing — postseason hockey. With their playoff hopes officially extinguished, the Red Wings aim to give their fans one last strong performance as they welcome
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Carolina Hurricanes vs Toronto Maple Leafs April 13th 2025 Looking to win big? The Maple Leafs and Hurricanes face off at 5:00 ET on ESPN+. The Hurricanes are hosting the game at Lenovo Center in Raleigh, NC. The over/under for this game is set at 6 goals, and the Hurricanes are the -1.5 goal favorites against the Maple Leafs in
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