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


Jets vs Blues Game 7: Will Home Ice Decide This Showdown? When the Winnipeg Jets last hosted a Game 7, it wasn’t in the NHL. It was 1977, in the now-defunct WHA, when they took down the San Diego Mariners. This Sunday, nearly five decades later, the stakes are higher, the league is stronger, and the stage is set: a
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Dallas Stars vs Colorado Avalanche May 3rd 2025 Looking to win big? The Avalanche and Stars face off at 8:00 ET on ABC. The Stars are hosting the game at American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX. The Avalanche are favored by -1.5 in this Central division showdown. The game’s over/under is currently at 5.5 goals. Find Winning Tips And Tricks
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Jets Aim to Close Out Blues in Game 6 Without Scheifele The Winnipeg Jets have a chance to eliminate the St. Louis Blues in Game 6 of their Western Conference first-round series on Friday night — but they’ll have to do it without one of their key offensive weapons. Scheifele Sidelined After Game 5 Hit Top-line center Mark Scheifele is
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Stars vs Avalanche Game Preview: Dallas Closing In on Familiar Finish The Dallas Stars are heading into Thursday night’s Game 6 in Denver with a golden opportunity—one they know all too well. Just one year ago, they ended the Colorado Avalanche’s season. Now, they’re on the brink of doing it again, this time in the first round. Following a commanding
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Maple Leafs vs Senators Game Preview: Ottawa’s Comeback Gains Momentum What began as a commanding 3-0 series lead for the Toronto Maple Leafs has quickly turned into a familiar nightmare. After dropping Games 4 and 5, Toronto finds itself suddenly facing pressure—yet again—in a pivotal Game 6 on the road against the Ottawa Senators on Thursday night. Yes, it’s still
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Wild vs Golden Knights Game Preview: Grit Meets Grit in High-Stakes Clash The Minnesota Wild aren’t ready to go home, and they’re certainly not backing down. Trailing 3-2 in their Western Conference first-round series, the Wild will look to stave off elimination Thursday night when they host the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 6 at Xcel Energy Center. After two
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Tom Wilson Sparks Capitals’ Dominance: 5 Bold Moments Pushing Canadiens to the Brink As the Washington Capitals prepare for Game 5 against the Montreal Canadiens, all eyes are on veteran forward Tom Wilson, whose high-octane physicality and leadership have redefined this first-round playoff series. With Washington holding a commanding 3-1 series lead, Wednesday’s matchup at Capital One Arena could be
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Panthers Push Lightning to the Brink After Wild Game 4 Finish The Florida Panthers are one win away from advancing to the second round of the NHL playoffs after a heart-pounding 5-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 4. The reigning champions stunned their rivals with a dramatic scoring surge in the final minutes, flipping a one-goal deficit
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Jets Look to Reclaim Momentum Against Blues in Game 5 The Winnipeg Jets return home for a pivotal Game 5 against the St. Louis Blues, hoping to regain control of the series and, more importantly, rediscover the dominant form of goaltender Connor Hellebuyck. Hellebuyck Determined to Bounce Back After allowing 11 goals on 43 shots across two road losses, Hellebuyck
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