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


Reeling Red Wings Brace for Alex Ovechkin, Capitals The Detroit Red Wings face another tough test as they host Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals on Sunday. With new head coach Todd McLellan at the helm, Detroit looks to halt a four-game skid and address glaring defensive issues against a surging Washington squad. McLellan’s Tough Start with Detroit McLellan’s debut
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Fresh Off Shutout Win, Canadiens Aim to Jolt Lightning The Montreal Canadiens, buoyed by a dominant shutout victory over the Florida Panthers, head to Tampa Bay on Sunday to face the Lightning in the finale of back-to-back games for both teams. The Canadiens will look to maintain their momentum against a surging Tampa Bay squad coming off a convincing win
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Sabres Seek Third Straight Win Against Blues The Buffalo Sabres will look to continue their recent momentum and capture a third straight victory as they visit the St. Louis Blues on Sunday afternoon. Both teams enter the game on modest winning streaks, aiming to sustain positive play after difficult stretches. Sabres’ Revival Buffalo endured a 13-game winless streak (0-10-3) before
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Blackhawks Aim to Keep Rolling at Home Against Struggling Stars The Chicago Blackhawks are back at it on Sunday night, hoping to snap a three-game losing streak as they host the Dallas Stars. Both teams are dealing with their fair share of struggles, so this game could be a big momentum shift for whichever side pulls through. Blackhawks: Home Sweet
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Boston Bruins vs Columbus Blue Jackets December 28th 2024 The Blue Jackets 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 over/under for this game is set at 6.5 goals, and the Bruins are the -1.5 goal favorites against the Blue Jackets in a
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Anaheim Ducks vs Philadelphia Flyers December 28th 2024 Betting on today’s Flyers and Ducks game? Catch the action at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA, as the Ducks hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on NBCS. In this non-conference matchup, the Flyers are favored by -1.5 vs. the Ducks. The over/under for the game is 6 goals. Philadelphia vs. Anaheim Key
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Vancouver-Canucks vs Seattle Kraken December 28th 2024 Betting on today’s Kraken and Canucks game? Catch the action at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC, as the Canucks hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and the Canucks are favored by -1.5 against the Kraken in a Pacific division matchup. Seattle
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Carolina Hurricanes vs New Jersey Devils December 28th 2024 Looking to win big? The Devils and Hurricanes face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Hurricanes are hosting the game at Lenovo Center in Raleigh, NC. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 6 goals and the Hurricanes are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the
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Florida Panthers vs Montréal Canadiens December 28th 2024 Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Canadiens versus the Panthers? The puck drops at 1:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, FL. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5
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