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


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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Detroit Red Wings vs Ottawa Senators January 7th 2025 Don’t miss out on the NHL showdown between the Senators and Red Wings. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it’s hosted by the Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, MI. Get ready to place your bets! The Senators are favored by -1.5 in this Atlantic
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Pittsburgh Penguins vs Columbus Blue Jackets January 7th 2025 The Blue Jackets and Penguins are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Penguins will host the game at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5 goals, and the Penguins are favored by -1.5 vs. the Blue Jackets.
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New York Rangers vs Dallas Stars January 7th 2025 Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Stars versus the Rangers? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. In this non-conference matchup, the Stars are favored by
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Tampa Bay Lightning vs Carolina Hurricanes January 7th 2025 The Hurricanes and Lightning are set to face off at 7:00 ET on FDSS. The Lightning will host the game at Amalie Arena in Tampa, FL. The Hurricanes are the -1.5 goal favorite in this Eastern conference matchup against Lightning. The over/under for the game is set at 6 goals. Looking
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