NHL Picks and Predictions

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 NHL picks and predictions. 

Whether you’re a first time sports bettor, or an experienced sharp, these predictions and NHL expert picks are up for grabs.

Latest Picks and Predictions

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New York Islanders vs. Vancouver Canucks Pick & Prediction JANUARY 9th 2024

Ilya Sorokin looks at playing the position of goaltender as if he’s playing cards. Now the New York Islanders will attempt to ensure he doesn’t have to try and master 52-card pickup against the highest-scoring team in the NHL. The Vancouver Canucks will look to continue their robust goal-scoring ways Tuesday night when they continue a season-long seven-game road trip by visiting the Islanders in Elmont, N.Y. The Islanders have been off since Saturday night,
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Arizona Coyotes vs. Boston Bruins Pick & Prediction JANUARY 9th 2024

The Boston Bruins’ challenging four-game road trip against Western Conference opponents continues Tuesday night against the Arizona Coyotes in Tempe, Ariz. The game also marks the second half of a back-to-back for Boston, which looks to recover after a 4-3 shootout loss at Colorado on Monday in Denver. Still, the Bruins did well to record a point to begin the week-long swing out west, battling back to tie the score in the third period despite
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Calgary Flames vs. Ottawa Senators Pick & Prediction JANUARY 9th 2024

It will be a matchup of teams desperately needing a win when the Calgary Flames play host to the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday. While the Senators sit last in the Eastern Conference having lost four of their past five games, the Flames return home after a humbling 4-3 loss to the Chicago Blackhawks on Sunday to end a four-game road trip. Calgary, which is on a two-game skid after dropping weekend afternoon games on consecutive
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Chicago Blackhawks vs. Edmonton Oilers Pick & Prediction JANUARY 9th 2024

Streakiness continues to define the Edmonton Oilers this season, only lately, it’s for the good. Edmonton, which fired coach Jay Woodcroft in November and slumped through skids of four, four and three games before Thanksgiving, is rolling now. The Oilers have won seven in a row entering Tuesday’s visit to the Chicago Blackhawks to vault back into the Western Conference playoff race. A victory will match the club’s longest winning streak this season (eight games,
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Winnipeg Jets vs. Columbus Blue Jackets Pick & Prediction JANUARY 9th 2024

The Winnipeg Jets will look to stay red-hot when they host the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday night. The Jets enter the game on a torrid pace and setting franchise records, currently rolling through a six-game winning streak and a 12-game points streak. Center Mark Scheifele cannot find many negatives in his team’s play as it sits atop the NHL standings with 56 points entering Monday, two points ahead and holding the tiebreaker on the
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St. Louis Blues vs. Florida Panthers Pick & Prediction JANUARY 9th 2024

The Florida Panthers cruise into St. Louis with a seven-game winning streak and considerable offensive momentum. “When you can get on a roll like this, it takes some pressure off some other times throughout the season when it’s not going well,” Panthers winger Sam Reinhart said. “I think we were kind of struggling a bit, both mentally and physically through the grind, kind of getting back from those two long road trips in December. It
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Toronto Maple Leafs vs. San Jose Sharks Pick & Prediction JANUARY 9th 2024

Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander will be a wealthier man when he takes the ice Tuesday night against the visiting San Jose Sharks. The Maple Leafs announced Monday that Nylander has signed an eight-year, $92 million contract extension with the team. Nylander had two goals and an assist Saturday when the Maple Leafs defeated the Sharks 4-1 in San Jose. Nylander has 21 goals and 33 assists for a team-high 54 points this season.
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Nashville Predators vs. Anaheim Ducks Pick & Prediction JANUARY 9th 2024

After failing to take advantage of one of their longest homestands in franchise history, the Anaheim Ducks will kick off a difficult six-game road trip beginning Tuesday night against the Nashville Predators. The Ducks went 1-6-1 on the recently concluded homestand, which tied for the second-longest in team history. They were held to two goals or fewer in those seven losses, dropping them to 0-21-1 this season when failing to score at least three goals.
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Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Los Angeles Kings Pick & Prediction JANUARY 9th 2024

At their season’s midpoint, the Tampa Bay Lightning find themselves in the curious position of possibly playing golf in April instead of competing for a fourth Stanley Cup. When they play the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday night to open a four-game homestand, the Lightning will be looking for a positive change to the season’s direction. Through 41 games, the Lightning continue to underachieve, especially considering their elite standard. Over the first half of last

Free NHL Picks for Today

Looking to get a little inside information for your NHL betting? We’re handing out free NHL picks that you can use to make better wagers. These picks are a mix of handicapper selections and our computer/AI picks. 

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Our Starter package starts at $9 per month and gives you access to loads of consensus data, odds updates, and picks from real handicappers as well as custom AI algorithm picks. 

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How to Choose an NHL Handicapper


When you’re looking for an NHL handicapper to follow for picks and predictions, here are some key considerations you should keep in mind:

Track Record of Success

Look for handicappers with a proven history of positive results, particularly over multiple seasons.

Consistency is key in sports betting, so it’s important to review their past performance, paying attention to both win percentage and return on investment (ROI).

Transparency

A good NHL handicapper will openly share their picks, results, and reasoning.

Avoid handicappers who do not provide a clear record of their wins and losses, as transparency builds trust and ensures they aren’t cherry-picking results.

Specialization in NHL

Many handicappers cover a wide range of sports, but it’s wise to follow one who specializes in the NHL.

A handicapper who focuses primarily on hockey is more likely to have a deep understanding of the league, its teams, and key betting nuances, which leads to more informed picks.

Analytical Approach

The best handicappers base their picks on data, advanced statistics, and situational analysis rather than relying on gut feelings or hype.

Look for someone who incorporates metrics like Corsi, expected goals, and goaltending stats to justify their selections.

Reputation and User Reviews

Check reviews and testimonials from other bettors to gauge a handicapper’s credibility and effectiveness.

If other followers consistently find value in their picks and praise their insights, it’s a good indicator that they are worth considering.

 

Our Best NHL Handicappers

To find our best NHL handicappers, you have to go to the Leaderboard page, accessible through the side menu. Using the table, filter by Hockey, NHL, and the timeframe to find which handicappers have had the most success betting on the NHL. 

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As you can see, Robert Ferguson has the highest win percentage in the top 10, while SAS Insider (our own computer picks) has made the most money. 

If you click on Ferguson’s profile, and sort through his list of picks, you’ll find the following stats:

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He has seen success only betting moneylines for NHL games, and he has a 67.50% win rate for straight wagers. 

If we do the same for the SAS Insider account, we’ll see the following:

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The win percentage for moneyline wagers here is lower than Ferguson’s, at 59.4%. However, both spread wagers were winners. 

That being said, if you’re looking to find a few NHL handicappers to follow, picking one that’s good at moneylines, and others that excel at spreads or totals can help diversify your betting portfolio. 

How Handicappers Find NHL Value

NHL handicappers focus on finding “value” in betting lines, which refers to identifying bets that have a higher probability of winning than the odds suggest. To do this, they rely on a combination of statistical analysis, deep knowledge of hockey, and an understanding of market dynamics. Here are some key strategies used by NHL handicappers to find value:

Analyzing Team Metrics

Handicappers dig into advanced stats like Corsi and Fenwick, which measure puck possession and shot attempts, giving a clearer picture of which team is likely controlling the game beyond simple goals and assists. Teams with better puck control often create more scoring chances, making them undervalued if the general betting public is unaware of these metrics. Other important team stats include expected goals (xG), penalty kill efficiency, and power play performance, all of which can signal an edge in specific matchups.

Accounting for Goaltending Performance

Goaltending is one of the most critical factors in hockey betting, but it can also be tricky to predict. Handicappers often look at stats like save percentage (SV%), goals saved above average (GSAA), and recent form to assess whether a goalie is performing above or below expectation. Injuries to starting goaltenders or changes in lineup can create betting opportunities when the market hasn’t fully adjusted to a new or backup goalie starting a game.

Spotting Market Inefficiencies

The NHL betting market can sometimes lag behind in adjusting to key factors like injuries, team form, or scheduling. For instance, teams on the second night of a back-to-back or playing a long road trip may be fatigued, making them more vulnerable than the odds reflect. Sharp NHL handicappers monitor these situations to find value when the market underestimates or overestimates a team’s chances of winning.

Line Movement and Public Betting

Understanding how the public and the sharps (professional bettors) are betting can give handicappers an edge. When the public heavily bets on a favorite, sportsbooks may adjust the line to balance their action, even if it doesn’t reflect the true odds. This creates value opportunities for the underdog. Following line movement and identifying reverse line movement—where sharp money moves against public betting trends—helps handicappers spot these inefficiencies.

Betting Against the Public

In NHL betting, like in other sports, fading the public is a common strategy. When the betting public strongly backs a team based on recent performance or big-name players, the odds can become skewed, often in favor of the favorite. Smart handicappers look for value by betting against the public, especially on underdogs, when the betting lines no longer accurately reflect a team’s true chances of winning.

NHL Consensus Picks

Using consensus data, which shows how the public is betting on a particular game, can help NHL handicappers identify value by understanding market dynamics. When a large majority of the public bets on one side (such as a popular team or heavy favorite), sportsbooks often adjust the lines to balance their risk. 

  • Sharp handicappers use this data to spot potential inefficiencies, such as inflated odds on favorites or undervalued underdogs. By analyzing consensus data alongside their own research, handicappers can capitalize on situations where public perception skews the betting lines, allowing them to make smarter, contrarian wagers with better long-term value.
  • Through partnerships with sportsbook, Scores and Stats is able to provide consensus data for NHL games, including number of wagers on totals, moneylines, and spreads. Plus, our data shows the total amount wagered, and identifies where the sharp money is. Our handicappers use this info to make more informed wagers, but you can also use it to make your own betting decisions. 
  • Access the consensus picks and other data in the Consensus tab of the menu. 

NHL Scores and Odds

Scores and Stats has a dedicated section for updated odds on NHL games. By using data provided by our sportsbook partners, we’re able to display the updated odds on matchups as well as the current scores for live games. 

You can access this data from any membership tier by clicking on the Scores and Odds tab in the menu. During the NHL season, expect to see stats for all major NHL games. 

Turn Pucks into Bucks with NHL Expert Picks

Take your NHL betting to the next level with expert picks from our handicappers. They use updated team metrics and in-depth player analysis to spot market inefficiencies. You can pick and choose which handicappers you want to follow based on their experience, amount won, or overall success rate. No matter if you’re betting moneylines or the puck line, there’s an NHL handicapper at Scores and Stats for you. 

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