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NHL Recap and Preview for January 23, 2025


Recap of Wednesday, January 22, 2025

  1. Boston Bruins vs. New Jersey Devils
    • Final Score: Bruins 1, Devils 5
    • C.O.C: 43%, C.O.G.O: 73%, Forecasted Total: 6.18
    • Key Takeaway: The Devils snapped a losing streak with a decisive win, highlighting the Bruins’ defensive struggles.
  2. Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
    • Final Score: Blue Jackets 5, Maple Leafs 1
    • C.O.C: 60%, C.O.G.O: 19%, Forecasted Total: 5.79
    • Key Takeaway: Columbus pulled off a surprising upset, dominating on both ends and staying under the total.
  3. Winnipeg Jets vs. Colorado Avalanche
    • Final Score: Jets 3, Avalanche 2
    • C.O.C: 51%, C.O.G.O: 54%, Forecasted Total: 6.44
    • Key Takeaway: A low-scoring defensive battle went in favor of the Jets, against the expected over result.
  4. Florida Panthers vs. Los Angeles Kings
    • Final Score: Panthers 1, Kings 2
    • C.O.C: 38%, C.O.G.O: 55%, Forecasted Total: 5.98
    • Key Takeaway: The Kings edged out a defensive win, keeping the game well under the total.

Preview for Thursday, January 23, 2025

  1. Philadelphia Flyers vs. New York Rangers
    • Spread: Rangers -145
    • Total: 5.5
    • Forecast: Flyers 2.51, Rangers 3.11 (O/U: 5.62)
    • Insight: Both teams are coming off strong defensive performances. Leaning toward the under.
  2. Montreal Canadiens vs. Detroit Red Wings
    • Spread: Red Wings -118
    • Total: 5.5
    • Forecast: Canadiens 2.51, Red Wings 3.14 (O/U: 5.65)
    • Insight: Montreal’s recent form suggests a tight contest, with slight favor for the under.
  3. Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Carolina Hurricanes
    • Spread: Hurricanes -357
    • Total: 5.5
    • Forecast: Blue Jackets 2.99, Hurricanes 3.71 (O/U: 5.86)
    • Insight: Carolina is a heavy favorite, but Columbus has upset potential after their win against Toronto.
  4. Boston Bruins vs. Utah Hockey Club
    • Spread: Bruins -143
    • Total: 5.5
    • Forecast: Bruins 2.75, Utah 2.48 (O/U: 5.52)
    • Insight: Both teams show inconsistent form; expect a closely fought game with a lean toward the under.
  5. Minnesota Wild vs. Vegas Golden Knights
    • Spread: Wild -143
    • Total: 5.5
    • Forecast: Wild 3.04, Golden Knights 2.98 (O/U: 5.64)
    • Insight: Minnesota’s solid recent form gives them an edge in this matchup.
  6. St. Louis Blues vs. Buffalo Sabres
    • Spread: Blues -118
    • Total: 5.5
    • Forecast: Blues 2.66, Sabres 2.54 (O/U: 5.59)
    • Insight: St. Louis is slightly favored, but Buffalo’s offense could challenge them.
  7. Calgary Flames vs. Vancouver Canucks
    • Spread: Flames -130
    • Total: 5.5
    • Forecast: Flames 3.05, Canucks 2.59 (O/U: 5.72)
    • Insight: Calgary’s rested roster should have the upper hand in this divisional clash.
  8. Edmonton Oilers vs. Washington Capitals
    • Spread: Oilers -182
    • Total: 6
    • Forecast: Oilers 3.13, Capitals 2.88 (O/U: 6.07)
    • Insight: Both teams bring momentum; expect a high-scoring game leaning toward the over.
  9. Seattle Kraken vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
    • Spread: Penguins -143
    • Total: 5.5
    • Forecast: Kraken 3.19, Penguins 3.27 (O/U: 5.93)
    • Insight: The Penguins’ slight edge comes from their strong home record.
  10. Anaheim Ducks vs. Nashville Predators
    • Spread: Predators -238
    • Total: 6.5
    • Forecast: Ducks 2.66, Predators 3.43 (O/U: 6.62)
    • Insight: Nashville is expected to dominate, but the high total could make the under a viable play.

SBI Markets for January 23, 2025

Straight-Up (SU) Trends

  • 1-Day: Favorites 50%, Underdogs 50% (Neutral)
  • 3-Day: Favorites 52%, Underdogs 48% (Neutral)
  • 7-Day: Favorites 51.4%, Underdogs 48.6% (Neutral)

Over/Under (O/U) Trends

  • 1-Day: Over 33%, Under 67% (Bearish for Overs)
  • 3-Day: Over 45.3%, Under 54.7% (Neutral)
  • 7-Day: Over 46.1%, Under 53.9% (Neutral)

Against the Spread (ATS) Trends

  • 1-Day: Favorites 25%, Underdogs 75% (Bearish for Favorites)
  • 3-Day: Favorites 35.7%, Underdogs 64.7% (Bearish for Favorites)
  • 7-Day: Favorites 32%, Underdogs 68.1% (Bearish for Favorites)

Key Takeaways

  1. Favorites maintain a slight edge SU, though underdog wins are notable.
  2. Totals show a significant trend toward unders in recent games.
  3. ATS Trends continue to favor underdogs, reflecting tighter contests and more volatility.
Ron Raymond
Ron Raymond is a veteran sports handicapper and founder of ATSstats.com, creator of the Raymond Report sports betting system. Active in the industry since 1996, Ron has nearly three decades of experience analyzing market cycles, performance indicators, and value metrics across the NFL, NHL, NBA, MLB, and CFL. Ron’s data-driven approach has helped thousands of bettors think strategically, manage risk, and win with confidence.
Ron Raymond

Ron Raymond is a veteran sports handicapper and founder of ATSstats.com, creator of the Raymond Report sports betting system. Active in the industry since 1996, Ron has nearly three decades of experience analyzing market cycles, performance indicators, and value metrics across the NFL, NHL, NBA, MLB, and CFL. Ron’s data-driven approach has helped thousands of bettors think strategically, manage risk, and win with confidence.

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