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 Ottawa Senators December 13th 2024 Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Senators versus the Hurricanes? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on NHLN. The game will be played at Lenovo Center in Raleigh, NC. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals,
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Islanders and Blackhawks Clash with Different Agendas in Back-to-Back Matchups The New York Islanders and Chicago Blackhawks are set to face off in a two-game series beginning Thursday night in Elmont, New York. Both teams enter the matchup with something to prove, albeit under very different circumstances. While the Islanders are vying for playoff positioning, the Blackhawks are playing the
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Blues Host Sharks: Two Teams, Two Paths Forward The St. Louis Blues and San Jose Sharks, two Western Conference teams with contrasting trajectories, square off on Thursday night at the Enterprise Center. While the Blues look to build on their momentum under new leadership, the Sharks remain entrenched in a long-term rebuilding effort. Blues Thriving Under New Coach Jim Montgomery
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Capitals Aim to Extend Historic Road Streak Against Struggling Blue Jackets The Washington Capitals are riding high as they look to push their franchise-record road winning streak to 10 games when they face the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday night. While the Capitals are at the top of their game, the Blue Jackets are struggling to find their footing. Blue
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Golden Knights Open Difficult Trip Against Formidable Jets The Pacific Division-leading Vegas Golden Knights (20-7-2) embark on a challenging three-game road trip beginning Thursday night against the Winnipeg Jets (20-8-2), who are tied for the NHL lead in points. Following a five-day break, Vegas faces a gauntlet that includes games against the Edmonton Oilers and Minnesota Wild, both among the
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Utah Hockey Club Seeks to Contain Avalanche’s Elite Attack The Utah Hockey Club (12-9-4) heads to Denver on Thursday night to face a red-hot Colorado Avalanche (17-7-3) squad fresh off a successful road trip. The matchup pits Utah’s balanced scoring approach against Colorado’s star-studded lineup, led by Nathan MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen. Avalanche Riding Momentum and New Faces in Net


Lightning Out to Bolster Defense in Clash With Flames The Tampa Bay Lightning (16-12-3) visit the Calgary Flames (12-13-6) on Thursday night, seeking to shore up their defensive game after a disappointing 2-1 loss to the Edmonton Oilers. Meanwhile, the Flames return home riding momentum from a 4-3 comeback win over Nashville and aiming to continue their dominance at the
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Red Wings and Flyers Look to Build Momentum in Pennsylvania Showdown After snapping losing streaks with hard-fought wins earlier this week, the Detroit Red Wings and Philadelphia Flyers are set to clash Thursday night in Pennsylvania. Both teams hope to carry their newfound energy into what promises to be a competitive matchup. Detroit Snaps Skid in Thrilling Comeback The Red
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Panthers Look to Continue Road Dominance Against Canucks The Florida Panthers (17-8-2) bring their seven-game point streak into Vancouver on Thursday, facing a Canucks (13-10-6) team looking to overcome its home-ice struggles. Florida’s strong road record and recent momentum set the stage for an exciting clash with a Canucks squad aiming to find consistency. Panthers Riding High on Strong Form
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