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


Carolina Hurricanes vs New York Islanders December 17th 2024 Looking to win big? The Islanders and Hurricanes face off at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The Hurricanes are hosting the game at Lenovo Center in Raleigh, NC. The over/under for this Metropolitan division contest is set at 5.5 goals, with the Hurricanes being favored by -1.5 at home against the Islanders.
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Tampa Bay Lightning vs Columbus Blue Jackets December 17th 2024 Betting on today’s Blue Jackets and Lightning game? Catch the action at Amalie Arena in Tampa, FL, as the Lightning hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Eastern conference game currently have the Lightning as the -1.5 goal favorite with the over/under line sitting at
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Nashville Predators vs New York Rangers December 17th 2024 Looking to win big? The Rangers and Predators face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Predators are hosting the game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Predators are favored by -1.5 vs. the Rangers. New York
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St. Louis Blues vs New Jersey Devils December 17th 2024 Planning on watching today’s Devils and Blues game? Catch the action at Enterprise Center in St. Louis, MO, as the Blues hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Devils are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference contest against the Blues. The game’s over/under currently sits at 5.5
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Bruins Looking to Build Momentum Against Flames The Boston Bruins continue their five-game Western Conference swing on Tuesday night, facing the Calgary Flames fresh off confidence-boosting wins for both teams. With Boston finding their offensive spark and Calgary tightening up defensively, this matchup promises intrigue on both sides of the ice. Bruins’ Offense Awakens in Vancouver After back-to-back losses to
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Senators Begin Grueling Road Stretch Aiming for 4th Straight Win The Ottawa Senators are hitting the road in a big way—nine consecutive road games await, starting Tuesday night against the Seattle Kraken. For the Sens, this extended trip offers a chance to solidify their recent momentum and build on their impressive three-game winning streak. Holiday Road Trip: A Unique Challenge
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Jets Aim to Exploit Sharks’ Defensive Struggles The Winnipeg Jets, leading the Western Conference, will look to capitalize on the San Jose Sharks’ defensive woes when the teams face off on Tuesday. Winnipeg’s potent offense and stellar goaltending have been a winning formula, while San Jose continues to falter on both ends of the ice. Jets’ Balanced Attack and Elite
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Capitals Look to Bounce Back Against Chicago The Washington Capitals will aim to rebound quickly as they wrap up back-to-back road games against the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday. Despite a tough 3-1 loss to the Dallas Stars on Monday, the Capitals remain atop the Eastern Conference and are eager to regain their momentum. Washington’s Road Streak Ends, but Confidence Remains
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Stars’ Home Dominance Faces Tough Test The Dallas Stars (18-9-3) have been a force at home this season, boasting a 12-3-0 record at the American Airlines Center. On Monday, they’ll put that strength to the test against the surging Washington Capitals (19-7-3), who are riding an NHL-best 10-game road winning streak. The Stars secured a 2-1 overtime win against the
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