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
Match Facts Matchup Detail Game Buffalo Sabres at Vancouver Canucks Venue Rogers Arena, Vancouver Goaltending note Thatcher Demko expected to return after missing 12 games (5-4-0, 2.80 GAA, .903 SV%) Standings form Vancouver 3-8-3 in last 14, last place in NHL; Buffalo looking for 2nd straight win Home/road split Canucks 4-9-1 at home; Sabres coming off OT road win in
Game Preview Chicago Blackhawks @ New York Rangers The Chicago Blackhawks head to Madison Square Garden on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, to take on the New York Rangers in a classic Original Six matchup. While these teams are on very different trajectories this season, their history and fanbases always make this a marquee event on the NHL calendar. Chicago enters
Game Preview Calgary Flames @ Detroit Red Wings The Calgary Flames head to Little Caesars Arena on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, to take on the Detroit Red Wings in a key East vs West battle. Both clubs are looking to gain consistency as the season approaches its midway point. Calgary has picked up its form after a tough October, while
Game Preview Utah Mammoth @ Florida Panthers The Utah Mammoth make their first-ever appearance at Amerant Bank Arena as they take on the Florida Panthers on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. This interconference battle pits the league’s newest franchise against one of its recent powerhouses. Florida enters the game as a heavy favorite, but Utah has shown enough grit and structure
New York Islanders vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Preview New York Islanders (15-11-3) host the Vegas Golden Knights (20-6-4) on Tuesday night in Elmont. Vegas enters riding a four-game win streak, while the Islanders look to rebound from a tough loss to Florida after a strong stretch against elite opponents. Line Movement and Odds Vegas opened as a slight road
Ottawa Senators vs New Jersey Devils Betting Preview Ottawa Senators (12-15-3) host the New Jersey Devils (13-13-4) on Tuesday night in Ontario. Both teams are struggling, with New Jersey mired in a five-game winless skid and Ottawa dropping four of its last five games. Line Movement and Odds New Jersey opened as a slight road favorite, with totals set near
Philadelphia Flyers vs San Jose Sharks Betting Preview Philadelphia Flyers (15-10-4) host the San Jose Sharks (12-14-3) on Tuesday night in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia has won seven of its last 11 and avoided consecutive regulation losses for over a month, while San Jose looks to string together back-to-back wins for the first time in nearly three weeks. Line Movement and Odds
Pittsburgh Penguins vs Anaheim Ducks Betting Preview Pittsburgh Penguins (14-11-4) host the Anaheim Ducks (18-8-3) on Tuesday night in Pennsylvania. Anaheim enters on a high after a 7-1 win over Chicago, while Pittsburgh looks to rebound from a narrow shootout loss at Dallas. Line Movement and Odds Pittsburgh opened as a slight home favorite, with totals set near 6 goals.
Carolina Hurricanes vs Columbus Blue Jackets Betting Preview Carolina Hurricanes (15-11-3) host the Columbus Blue Jackets (11-14-5) on Tuesday night in Raleigh. Both teams are looking to snap recent funks, with Carolina finishing a seven-game homestand and Columbus trying to convert high shot totals into goals. Line Movement and Odds Carolina opened as a home favorite, with totals set near

