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


Blue Jackets Aim to End Skid Against Reeling Penguins The Columbus Blue Jackets will try to rediscover their scoring touch and keep pace in the Eastern Conference wild-card race when they visit the Pittsburgh Penguins on Friday night. Track Every NHL Team’s Performance! – Get in-depth stats & rankings. Blue Jackets Offense Goes Missing Columbus (31-28-9, 71 points) enters the
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New York Rangers vs Toronto Maple Leafs March 20th 2025 Don’t miss out on the NHL showdown between the Maple Leafs and Rangers. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it’s hosted by the Rangers at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Eastern conference game currently
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Panthers Seek Speed and Stability Against Blue Jackets The Florida Panthers (41-24-3, 85 points) continue their six-game road trip with a crucial clash against the Columbus Blue Jackets (31-28-8, 70 points) on Thursday night. As the Panthers search for momentum amid a turbulent stretch, the Blue Jackets are desperately trying to find their offense after a string of low-scoring losses.
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Both Playoff Chases in Focus as Devils, Flames Meet The New Jersey Devils (37-26-6, 80 points) host the Calgary Flames (31-25-11, 73 points) on Thursday night in a game with major playoff implications for both teams. With the Stanley Cup playoffs looming, the Devils are looking to solidify their hold on third place in the Metropolitan Division, while the Flames
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Cruising Capitals Host Offensively-Challenged Flyers The Washington Capitals (45-15-8, 98 points), leaders of the Eastern Conference, welcome the Philadelphia Flyers (28-33-8, 64 points) to the Capital One Arena on Thursday. The Capitals are riding high, having won seven of their last eight games, while the Flyers have dropped two straight and seven of their past eight. Washington’s most recent victory
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Oilers Hitting Stride as They Host Jets The Edmonton Oilers (40-24-4, 84 points) are heating up at just the right time, pushing toward the playoffs with three straight wins. Their most recent victory came in dominant fashion, crushing the Utah Hockey Club 7-1 on Tuesday night — their highest goal total in 39 games. As the Oilers host the Winnipeg
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Utah Aims to Stay in Playoff Hunt as Sabres Visit The Utah Hockey Club (30-27-11, 71 points) remains in the hunt for a Stanley Cup Playoff spot despite an inconsistent season. After suffering a brutal 7-1 loss to the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday, Utah is eager to regroup and get back on track as they host the Buffalo Sabres (27-33-6,


Carolina Aims for Eighth Straight Victory in San Jose The Carolina Hurricanes (41-22-4, 86 points) head to San Jose to take on the Sharks (18-41-9, 45 points) on Thursday, looking to extend their winning streak to eight games. Despite their dominance at home, Carolina has struggled on the road with a 14-15-3 away record, a factor they hope to improve
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Playoff Implications Loom as Bruins Face Golden Knights The Boston Bruins (30-30-9, 69 points) are about to embark on a critical five-game road trip that could determine their playoff fate. First up is a daunting matchup against the Pacific Division-leading Vegas Golden Knights (39-20-8, 86 points) on Thursday night. Boston, currently seventh in the Atlantic Division, is just four points
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