The Florida Panthers (28-21-3) head to Enterprise Center to face the St. Louis Blues (19-25-9) in an interconference clash that could see the Panthers capitalize on their recent road success against a struggling Blues team mired in a five-game losing streak. Florida has won three of their last four games, showcasing improved defensive play and opportunistic scoring, while St. Louis has been outscored 18-8 in their skid, hampered by injuries and inconsistent goaltending. The series is tied 0-1 this season after a Blues 2-1 overtime win on December 21, 2025, but Florida has historically performed well in recent head-to-heads. With significant injuries on both sides, expect a low-event, defensive battle where Florida’s depth could prevail, but St. Louis’ desperation for points at home might keep it competitive.

Venue Location

Enterprise Center, St. Louis, Missouri.

Puck drop is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. ET (5:00 p.m. PT).

The game will be broadcast on ESPN+ and FanDuel Sports Network Midwest, with radio coverage available.

Recent Team Forms

The Panthers rank 12th in goals per game (3.15) and 14th in goals against (2.90), with a power play at 21.0% (13th) and penalty kill at 81.0% (15th). The Blues are 28th in goals per game (2.65) and 29th in goals against (3.40), with a power play at 15.0% (29th) and penalty kill at 76.5% (28th).

Florida Panthers (Last 10 Games: 3-7-0, Avg. 2.9 GPG)

Recent Streak: Lost 1.

Key Results:

Jan. 27 vs. UTA: L 3-4 (Reinhart G; defensive lapses).

Jan. 25 @ PIT: W 4-3 (Verhaeghe G+A).

Jan. 23 @ ATL: W 3-2 (OT).

Jan. 21 vs. TBL: L 3-4.

Jan. 19 @ BOS: W 5-2.

Strengths: Road warriors (6-4 in last 10 away); Reinhart leading with 26 G. Weaknesses: Allowing 3.2 GAA in losses; Special teams inconsistent.

St. Louis Blues (Last 10 Games: 3-5-2, Avg. 2.6 GPG)

Recent Streak: Lost 5 straight.

Key Results:

Jan. 27 vs. TOR: L 2-4 (Kyrou G; poor PK).

Jan. 25 @ VAN: L 1-4.

Jan. 23 @ SEA: L 2-5.

Jan. 21 vs. CGY: L 3-4 (OT).

Jan. 19 vs. EDM: L 2-3.

Strengths: Kyrou’s speed (15 G, 20 A); Home scoring potential. Weaknesses: Allowing 3.4 GAA; Slump (0-5 in last 5).

Injury Report

Injuries are critical, with the Panthers missing their captain and key defenseman, and the Blues dealing with absences in their forward lines and goaltending uncertainty.

Florida Panthers:

OUT: Aleksander Barkov (C, Knee; expected return mid-February).

OUT: Dmitry Kulikov (D, Upper Body; out indefinitely).

OUT: Jonah Gadjovich (LW, Upper Body; out indefinitely).

OUT: Tomas Nosek (LW, Knee; out for season).

DAY-TO-DAY: Aaron Ekblad (D, Lower Body; left recent game).

DAY-TO-DAY: Anton Lundell (C, Upper Body; left recent game).

St. Louis Blues:

OUT: Robert Thomas (C, Lower Body; out indefinitely).

OUT: Pius Suter (C, Ankle; IR).

OUT: Oskar Sundqvist (C, Ankle; IR, expected to be out until at least Jan. 29).

DAY-TO-DAY: Dylan Holloway (LW, Ankle).

DAY-TO-DAY: Jordan Kyrou (RW, Day-To-Day).

DAY-TO-DAY: Jake Neighbours (LW, Day-To-Day).

Key

Player Matchups

Expected starting lineups amid injuries:

Panthers Forwards: Carter Verhaeghe – Sam Bennett – Matthew Tkachuk; Evan Rodrigues – Sam Reinhart – Anton Lundell (day-to-day; adjustments with Jesper Boqvist); Mackie Samoskevich – Jesper Boqvist – A.J. Greer; Ryan Lomberg – Kevin Stenlund – Jonah Gadjovich (out; adjustments with William Lockwood).

Blues Forwards: Brandon Saad – Brayden Schenn – Jake Neighbours (day-to-day); Dylan Holloway (day-to-day) – Pavel Buchnevich – Jordan Kyrou (day-to-day); Alexey Toropchenko – Radek Faksa – Mathieu Joseph; Kasperi Kapanen – Oskar Sundqvist (out; adjustments with Zack Bolduc).

Panthers Defense: Gustav Forsling – Aaron Ekblad (day-to-day); Niko Mikkola – Uvis Balinskis; Dmitry Kulikov (out) – Nate Schmidt (adjustments with Dmitry Kulikov out).

Blues Defense: Nick Leddy – Colton Parayko; Pierre-Olivier Joseph – Justin Faulk; Philip Broberg – Matthew Kessel.

Goalies: Panthers – Spencer Knight (20 GP, 12-6-2, 2.75 GAA, .905 SV%); Blues – Jordan Binnington (35 GP, 15-15-5, 3.59 GAA, .867 SV%).

Key Matchups:

Sam Reinhart vs. Brayden Schenn: Reinhart (26 G) scoring threat vs. Schenn’s physical play (15 G, 20 A).

Matthew Tkachuk vs. Colton Parayko: Tkachuk (20 G, 30 A) net-front vs. Parayko’s shutdown (5 G, 15 A).

Carter Verhaeghe vs. Nick Leddy: Verhaeghe (25 A) speed vs. Leddy’s experience.

Goalie Duel: Knight vs. Binnington: Knight’s agility vs. Binnington’s volume saves (poor .867 SV%).

Series History

All-time: Blues lead 28-19-3-1 in 51 regular-season games.

No playoff meetings. Recently: Panthers 5-3-2 in last 10 games.

This season: First meeting (0-0).

Betting Trends

ATS Trends: Panthers 3-7 ATS in last 10; Blues 4-6 ATS in last 10. Panthers 6-4 ATS on road; Blues 5-5 ATS at home. Over in 5 of Panthers’ last 7; Under in 4 of Blues’ last 6 home.

Game Odds

Florida Panthers               – 155

St. Louis Blues                   5.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, January 28, 2026

The Anaheim Ducks (28-22-3) face the Vancouver Canucks (17-31-5) in a Pacific Division matchup where the Ducks look to continue their strong recent form against a Canucks team mired in a dismal slump. Anaheim has won seven of their last 10 games, driven by efficient scoring and solid goaltending, while Vancouver has dropped 14 of their last 15, plagued by injuries and defensive breakdowns. This is the second meeting this season, with Vancouver winning the opener 5-4 on November 27, 2025, thanks to a multi-point effort from Elias Pettersson. With major absences on both sides, expect a low-scoring, grind-it-out affair at Rogers Arena, where Vancouver’s home crowd might provide a spark, but Anaheim’s road resilience could secure the victory and even the series.

Venue Location

Rogers Arena, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

Puck drop is scheduled for 10:00 p.m. ET (7:00 p.m. PT).

The game will be broadcast on KCOP-13, SNP, and Victory+.

Recent Team Forms

The Ducks rank 15th in goals per game (3.17) and 23rd in goals against (3.49), with a power play at 18.1% (22nd) and penalty kill at 78.0% (22nd).

The Canucks are 28th in goals per game (2.55) and 29th in goals against (3.63), with a power play at 19.0% (19th) and penalty kill at 79.0% (21st).

Anaheim Ducks (Last 10 Games: 7-3-0, Avg. 3.6 GPG)

Recent Streak: Lost 1 (to EDM 4-7).

Key Results:

Jan. 26 @ CGY: W 4-3 OT (Strong comeback).

Jan. 23 @ SEA: W 4-2 (Balanced scoring).

Jan. 21 vs. NYR: W 5-3 (Efficient power play).

Jan. 19 vs. LAK: W 3-2 OT.

Jan. 17 vs. COL: W 2-1 SO.

Strengths: Recent road success (7-3-0 in last 10); Efficient offense (3.6 GPG). Weaknesses: Allowing 3.5 GAA; Inconsistent PK in losses.

Vancouver Canucks (Last 10 Games: 1-9-0, Avg. 2.0 GPG)

Recent Streak: Lost 9 straight.

Key Results:

Jan. 27 vs. SJS: L 2-5 (Defensive collapse).

Jan. 25 vs. PIT: L 2-3.

Jan. 23 vs. NJD: L 4-5.

Jan. 21 vs. WSH: L 3-4.

Jan. 19 vs. NYI: L 3-4.

Strengths: Occasional home resilience. Weaknesses: Allowing 4.3 GAA in last 10; Offensive drought (2.0 GPG).

Injury Report

Injuries are substantial, with the Ducks missing multiple top forwards and the Canucks dealing with absences in their forward and defensive groups.

Anaheim Ducks:

Leo Carlsson C Out (Thigh).

Mason McTavish C Out (Upper body).

Troy Terry RW Day to day (Upper Body).

Petr Mrazek G IR (Lower Body).

Frank Vatrano RW Out.

Vancouver Canucks:

Nils Hoglander LW Day to day (Lower-body).

Zeev Buium D Out (Cheekbone).

Marco Rossi C IR (Lower body) expected return Feb 25.

Brock Boeser RW IR (Concussion).

Derek Forbort D Out.

Key

Player Matchups

Ducks Forwards: Killorn-Granlund-Sennecke; Kreider-Harkins-Strome; Viel-Poehling-Gauthier; Johnston-Washe-Moore (adjustments for absences like McTavish, Carlsson, Terry).

Canucks Forwards: DeBrusk-E. Pettersson-Karlsson; O’Connor-Chytil-Lekkerimaki; Ohgren-Blueger-Garland; Kane-Raty-Hoglander (Hoglander questionable).

Ducks Defense: LaCombe-Trouba; Mintyukov-Helleson; Zellweger-Gudas.

Canucks Defense: Myers-Hronek; Hughes-Hughes; Soucy-Myers (adjustments for absences).

Goalies: Ducks – Lukas Dostal (19-12-2, 3.00 GAA, .895 SV%); Canucks – Nikita Tolopilo (2-3-0, 3.72 GAA, .887 SV%).

Key Matchups:

Mikael Granlund vs. Elias Pettersson: Granlund (3 G in last game) vs. Pettersson (+150 to score; points in 3 straight).

Beckett Sennecke vs. Quinn Hughes: Sennecke (43 P in 53 GP) rookie production vs. Hughes’ playmaking.

Cutter Gauthier vs. Tyler Myers: Gauthier (+165 to score) vs. Myers’ physical defense.

Goalie Duel: Dostal vs. Tolopilo: Dostal (6 straight wins) vs. Tolopilo (relief appearance in last loss).

Series History

All-time: Canucks lead 63-59-9-2 (133 games).

Playoffs: Ducks 1-0 series (4-1 in 2007 Conference Semi-Finals).

Recently: Canucks 9-1-0 in last 10 vs Ducks.

This season: Canucks lead 1-0 (Canucks 5-4 on Nov. 27, 2025).

Betting Trends

ATS Trends: Ducks 29-24 ATS (7-3 in last 10); Canucks 24-29 ATS (1-9 in last 10). Ducks 4-1 ATS in last 5 road; Canucks 1-4 ATS in last 5 home. Over in 8 of Ducks’ last 10; Over in 16 of Canucks’ last 25 home (+7.10 units ROI).

Game Odds

Anaheim Ducks                – 155

Vancouver Canucks         6.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, January 28, 2026

The Chicago Blackhawks (21-23-9) travel to face the Pittsburgh Penguins (26-14-11) in an interconference matchup that pits Chicago’s rebuilding efforts against Pittsburgh’s veteran core aiming for a playoff push. The Blackhawks have shown flashes of competitiveness but struggle with consistency, particularly on the road, while the Penguins, led by Sidney Crosby’s timeless production, have been solid at home despite recent defensive lapses. This is the first meeting of the season between the teams, with Pittsburgh holding a strong historical edge. Injuries on both sides could lead to a gritty, low-scoring contest at PPG Paints Arena, where the Penguins’ experience might prevail, but Chicago’s young talent could spring an upset if they capitalize on special teams.

Venue Location

PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Puck drop is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (4:30 p.m. PT). The game will be broadcast on NBCS-CHI, ATTSN-PT, and ESPN+.

Recent Team Forms

The Blackhawks rank 24th in goals per game (2.75) and 25th in goals against (3.25), with a power play at 16.5% (26th) and penalty kill at 77.8% (25th). The Penguins are 12th in goals per game (3.15) and 15th in goals against (2.90), with a power play at 21.2% (13th) and penalty kill at 81.0% (15th).

Chicago Blackhawks (Last 10 Games: 3-6-1, Avg. 2.6 GPG)

Recent Streak: Lost 1.

Key Results:

Jan. 28 vs. ANA: L 2-4 (Bedard G; defensive issues).

Jan. 26 @ EDM: W 3-2 (SO).

Jan. 24 vs. DAL: L 2-3.

Jan. 22 @ VAN: W 4-3 (OT).

Jan. 20 vs. BUF: L 2-5.

Strengths: Young core production (Bedard 18 G, 30 A); Road resilience in close games. Weaknesses: Allowing 3.25 GAA; Turnover-prone in losses.

Pittsburgh Penguins (Last 10 Games: 5-3-2, Avg. 3.2 GPG)

Recent Streak: Won 1.

Key Results:

Jan. 28 @ FLA: W 4-3 (Crosby 2 A; strong PP).

Jan. 26 vs. TOR: L 2-3 (OT).

Jan. 24 vs. ARI: W 5-1.

Jan. 22 vs. BUF: L 3-4.

Jan. 20 vs. VGK: W 3-2.

Strengths: Veteran leadership (Crosby 25 G, 40 A); Home dominance (15-5-6). Weaknesses: Penalty kill dips in losses; Occasional slow starts.

Injury Report

Injuries significantly affect both teams, with Chicago missing depth forwards and Pittsburgh dealing with defensive absences.

Chicago Blackhawks:

OUT: Laurent Brossoit (G, Knee; expected return Feb. 19).

OUT: Taylor Hall (LW, ACL; out for season).

DAY-TO-DAY: Alec Martinez (D, Groin).

DAY-TO-DAY: Tyler Bertuzzi (LW, Lower Body).

Pittsburgh Penguins:

OUT: Matt Nieto (LW, Knee; expected return Mar. 1).

OUT: Alex Nedeljkovic (G, Lower Body; expected return Feb. 5).

DAY-TO-DAY: Tristan Jarry (G, Upper Body).

DAY-TO-DAY: Kris Letang (D, Illness).

Key Player Matchups

Expected starting lineups amid injuries:

Blackhawks Forwards: Tyler Bertuzzi (questionable) – Connor Bedard – Philipp Kurashev; Nick Foligno – Jason Dickinson – Teuvo Teravainen; Taylor Hall (out; adjustments with Lukas Reichel) – Andreas Athanasiou – Patrick Maroon; Joey Anderson – Ryan Donato – Craig Smith.

Penguins Forwards: Drew O’Connor – Sidney Crosby – Bryan Rust; Michael Bunting – Evgeni Malkin – Rickard Rakell; Anthony Beauvillier – Lars Eller – Jesse Puljujarvi; Kevin Hayes – Cody Glass – Valtteri Puustinen.

Blackhawks Defense: Alec Martinez (questionable) – Seth Jones; Alex Vlasic – Connor Murphy; T.J. Brodie – Kevin Korchinski.

Penguins Defense: Marcus Pettersson – Kris Letang (questionable); Matt Grzelcyk – Erik Karlsson; Owen Pickering – Jack St. Ivany.

Goalies: Blackhawks – Petr Mrazek (20 GP, 9-9-2, 2.95 GAA, .900 SV%); Penguins – Joel Blomqvist (15 GP, 8-3-2, 2.65 GAA, .905 SV%) if Jarry out.

Key Matchups:

Connor Bedard vs. Sidney Crosby: Bedard (18 G, 30 A) speed vs. Crosby (25 G, 40 A) experience and playmaking.

Philipp Kurashev vs. Erik Karlsson: Kurashev (15 G, 25 A) tests Karlsson’s offensive defense (10 G, 35 A).

Seth Jones vs. Evgeni Malkin: Jones’ shutdown vs. Malkin’s scoring (20 G, 35 A).

Goalie Duel: Mrazek vs. Blomqvist: Mrazek’s volume saves vs. Blomqvist’s efficiency.

Series History

All-time: Penguins lead 95-66-16 in 177 regular-season games. Playoffs: Penguins lead 8-7 in games (2-1 series). Recently: Penguins 7-3 in last 10; Blackhawks won last 4-3 on Feb. 15, 2025. This season: First meeting (0-0).

Betting Trends

ATS Trends: Penguins 3-7 ATS in last 10 (weak as favorites); Blackhawks 5-5 ATS in last 10 (strong as underdogs). Penguins 5-5 ATS at home; Blackhawks 4-6 ATS on road. Over in 5 of Penguins’ last 7; Over in 4 of Blackhawks’ last 6 vs. Metropolitan teams.

Game Odds

Chicago Blackhawks                       6.5

Pittsburgh Penguins                       – 185

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, January 28, 2026

The Nashville Predators (24-23-5) face the New Jersey Devils (27-24-2) in an interconference matchup where the Predators aim to capitalize on their defensive structure against a Devils team looking to rebound from recent inconsistencies. Nashville has struggled with a 2-3 record in their last five games, allowing 3.4 goals per game, while New Jersey has a 2-3 mark in their last five, with defensive lapses leading to high-scoring losses. This is the first meeting of the season between the teams, with the Predators holding a historical edge but the Devils winning three of the last five head-to-head encounters. Injuries on both sides could lead to a low-event game at Prudential Center, where New Jersey’s home advantage (16-10-2 at home) might prevail, but Nashville’s goaltending could keep it close for a potential upset.

Venue Location

Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey.

Puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET (4:00 p.m. PT).

The game will be broadcast on ESPN+, FanDuel Sports South, and MSG Sportsnet, with radio coverage on SiriusXM.

Recent Team Forms

The Predators rank 20th in goals per game (2.85) and 18th in goals against (3.02), with a power play at 17.8% (22nd) and penalty kill at 78.5% (23rd). The Devils are 15th in goals per game (3.05) and 22nd in goals against (3.15), with a power play at 20.5% (15th) and penalty kill at 80.2% (18th).

Nashville Predators (Last 10 Games: 4-5-1, Avg. 2.8 GPG)

Recent Streak: Lost 2 straight.

Key Results:

Jan. 27 @ BOS: L 0-5 (Shut out; poor shot quality).

Jan. 26 @ TBL: W 3-2 (OT) (Svechkov GWG; strong defense).

Jan. 24 vs. BUF: L 2-4.

Jan. 22 vs. DET: W 3-2.

Jan. 20 @ CBJ: L 3-4.

Strengths: Efficient shooting (10.2% conversion); Saros with .905 SV% in recent starts. Weaknesses: Allowing 3.02 GAA; Struggles in high-event games.

New Jersey Devils (Last 10 Games: 5-4-1, Avg. 3.1 GPG)

Recent Streak: Won 1.

Key Results:

Jan. 27 vs. WPG: L 3-4 (Glass injured; defensive collapse).

Jan. 26 vs. NYR: W 3-2 (Hughes absent; strong PK).

Jan. 24 @ NYI: L 1-4.

Jan. 22 vs. FLA: W 4-3.

Jan. 20 @ OTT: W 5-2.

Strengths: Power play at 20.5%; Hughes (5 G, 21 A) key before injury. Weaknesses: Allowing 3.15 GAA; 12-10-2 at home.

Injury Report

Injuries weaken both rosters, with the Predators missing a key forward and the Devils dealing with significant absences in defense and forward lines.

Nashville Predators:

OUT: Nicolas Hague (D, Lower Body; week-to-week).

DAY-TO-DAY: Fedor Svechkov (C, Upper Body).

New Jersey Devils:

OUT: Zack MacEwen (RW, ACL; out for season).

OUT: Stefan Noesen (RW, Knee; expected return Feb. 3).

OUT: Marc McLaughlin (C, Undisclosed; expected return Feb. 10).

IR-LT: Luke Hughes (D, Shoulder; expected return Mar. 3).

DAY-TO-DAY: Cody Glass (C, Undisclosed).

Key

Player Matchups

Expected starting lineups amid injuries:

Predators Forwards: Filip Forsberg – Ryan O’Reilly – Gustav Nyquist; Steven Stamkos – Colton Sissons – Jonathan Marchessault; Luke Evangelista – Tommy Novak – Cole Smith; Zachary L’Heureux – Michael McCarron – Juuso Parssinen.

Devils Forwards: Timo Meier – Jack Hughes – Jesper Bratt; Ondrej Palat – Nico Hischier – Dawson Mercer; Tomas Tatar – Erik Haula – Stefan Noesen (out; adjustments with Curtis Lazar); Paul Cotter – Curtis Lazar – Nathan Bastian.

Predators Defense: Roman Josi – Dante Fabbro; Brady Skjei – Alexandre Carrier; Jeremy Lauzon – Luke Schenn.

Devils Defense: Brett Pesce – Dougie Hamilton; Jonas Siegenthaler – Johnathan Kovacevic; Brenden Dillon – Luke Hughes (out; adjustments with Simon Nemec).Goalies: Predators – Juuse Saros (40 GP, 20-16-4, 2.85 GAA, .905 SV%); Devils – Jacob Markstrom (35 GP, 18-14-2, 2.75 GAA, .908 SV%).

Key Matchups:

Filip Forsberg vs. Nico Hischier: Forsberg (22 G, 25 A) speed tests Hischier’s two-way play (18 G, 30 A).

Ryan O’Reilly vs. Dougie Hamilton: O’Reilly’s faceoffs (55%) vs. Hamilton’s point shots (10 G, 25 A).

Gustav Nyquist vs. Jonas Siegenthaler: Nyquist (15 G, 30 A) exploits gaps vs. Siegenthaler’s physicality.

Goalie Duel: Saros vs. Markstrom: Saros’ consistency vs. Markstrom’s volume saves.

Series History

All-time: Predators lead 21-15-3 in 39 regular-season games (no playoff meetings).  

Recently: Devils 3-2 in last 5 head-to-head; Predators won 6-4 on Jan. 26, 2023; Devils won 4-2 on Feb. 13, 2024; Devils won 5-0 on Feb. 23, 2025; Devils won 5-2 on Nov. 25, 2025; Devils L 2-3 SO on Apr. 7, 2024.

This season: First meeting (0-0).

Betting Trends

ATS Trends: Devils 2-3 in last 5 games; 2-3 ATS in last 5. Predators 2-3 in last 5; 2-3 ATS in last 5. Devils 11-42 as +201 or greater underdog (but here favorite); Over in 5 of Devils’ last 6 as home favorite of -151 to -200; Over in 7 of Predators’ last 10 vs. Metropolitan teams.

Game Odds

Nashville Predators                        6.5

New Jersey Devils                            – 130

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, January 28, 2026

The Colorado Avalanche (35-7-9) visit the Montreal Canadiens (29-17-7) in an interconference clash that features the high-flying Avalanche offense against a Canadiens team riding a three-game winning streak. Colorado, second in the Central Division, has been dominant on the road with a 15-4-5 record away, but faces a Montreal squad that has won 16 of 27 at home. The series is tied 1-1 this season, with the Avalanche winning 4-2 on Nov. 29 behind Nathan MacKinnon’s hat trick, and the Canadiens responding with a 3-2 overtime victory on Jan. 15. Without key contributors on both sides due to injuries, expect a defensive grind where Colorado’s scoring depth could prevail, but Montreal’s goaltending and special teams keep them competitive for crucial points in the playoff race.

Venue Location

Bell Centre, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

Puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET (4:00 p.m. PT). The game will be broadcast on ALT, TSN2, RDS, and ESPN+, with radio coverage on SiriusXM.

Recent Team Forms

The Avalanche have been consistent, going 4-4-2 in their last 10 with a focus on high-volume shooting and efficient power play. The Canadiens are 5-4-1 in their last 10, emphasizing physical play and strong goaltending during their current streak.

Colorado Avalanche (Last 10 Games: 4-4-2, Avg. 3.9 GPG)

Recent Streak: Lost 1.

Key Results:

Jan. 28 @ OTT: L 2-5 (Toews absent; poor special teams).

Jan. 26 vs. BOS: W (Recent win).

Jan. 24 @ BUF: L 2-4.

Jan. 22 vs. MIN: W 3-2.

Jan. 20 vs. OTT: OT W 5-4.

Strengths: League-leading offense (3.9 GPG); Power play at 34.9% (1st in NHL); MacKinnon averaging 1.8 PPG. Weaknesses: Allowing 2.3 GAA; Penalty kill dips in losses.

Montreal Canadiens (Last 10 Games: 5-4-1, Avg. 3.4 GPG)

Recent Streak: Won 3 straight.

Key Results:

Jan. 28 vs. BOS: OT W (Recent OT win).

Jan. 26 vs. BUF: L (Recent loss).

Jan. 24 @ WSH: OT L.

Jan. 22 vs. VAN: W.

Jan. 20 vs. DET: L.

Strengths: Solid home defense (2.9 GAA at home); Efficient scoring (3.4 GPG); Suzuki leading with points. Weaknesses: Power play at 26.2% (mid-pack); Struggles vs. top offenses.

Injury Report

Injuries significantly impact both teams, with the Avalanche missing defensive depth and the Canadiens potentially without key forwards.

Colorado Avalanche:

OUT: Gabriel Landeskog (LW, upper body; out indefinitely).

OUT: Logan O’Connor (RW, hip; out for season).

DAY-TO-DAY: Devon Toews (D, upper body; questionable).

DAY-TO-DAY: Ross Colton (C, lower body; questionable).

Montreal Canadiens:

OUT: Patrik Laine (RW, abdomen; out indefinitely).

DAY-TO-DAY: Brendan Gallagher (RW, undisclosed; questionable).

DAY-TO-DAY: Alex Newhook (C, undisclosed; questionable).

Key Player Matchups

Avalanche Forwards: Artturi Lehkonen – Nathan MacKinnon – Mikko Rantanen; Jonathan Drouin – Casey Mittelstadt – Valeri Nichushkin; Miles Wood – Ross Colton (if available) – Logan O’Connor (out); Joel Kiviranta – Ivan Ivan – Nikolai Kovalenko.

Canadiens Forwards: Cole Caufield – Nick Suzuki – Juraj Slafkovsky; Kirby Dach – Christian Dvorak – Josh Anderson; Brendan Gallagher (questionable) – Alex Newhook (questionable) – Joel Armia; Emil Heineman – Jake Evans – Rafael Harvey-Pinard.

Avalanche Defense: Cale Makar – Devon Toews (questionable); Samuel Girard – Josh Manson; Calvin de Haan – Erik Brannstrom.

Canadiens Defense: Mike Matheson – Kaiden Guhle; Lane Hutson – David Savard; Jayden Struble – Justin Barron.

Goalies: Avalanche – Alexandar Georgiev (35 GP, 22-5-5, 2.58 GAA, .905 SV%); Canadiens – Sam Montembeault (29 GP, 15-9-4, 2.85 GAA, .900 SV%).

Key Matchups:

Nathan MacKinnon vs. Nick Suzuki: MacKinnon (35 G, 60 A) brings speed and scoring; Suzuki (20 G, 35 A) must contain with two-way play.

Mikko Rantanen vs. Kaiden Guhle: Rantanen (28 G, 40 A) tests Guhle’s shutdown ability.

Cale Makar vs. Cole Caufield: Makar (15 G, 45 A) vs. Caufield’s sniping (25 G).

Goalie Duel: Georgiev vs. Montembeault: Georgiev’s consistency vs. Montembeault’s home strength.

Series History

All-time: Avalanche lead 62-58-12-6 in 138 games (including Quebec Nordiques era). Playoffs: Avalanche 4-0 in series (1996 Cup Final). Recently: Avalanche 4-1 in last 5; Canadiens won last 3-2 OT on Jan. 15, 2026. This season: Tied 1-1 (Avalanche 4-2 on Nov. 29; Canadiens 3-2 OT on Jan. 15).

Betting Trends

ATS Trends: Avalanche 27-23 ATS (15-10 as favorite); Canadiens 30-23 ATS (14-13 as underdog). Avalanche 4-6 ATS in last 10 road; Canadiens 5-5 ATS in last 10 home. Over in 6 of Avalanche’s last 8; Under in 5 of Canadiens’ last 7 vs. Central teams.

Game Odds

Colorado Avalanche                       – 130

Montreal Canadiens                       6.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, January 28, 2026

The Philadelphia Flyers (24-19-9) take on the Boston Bruins (31-20-3) in an Atlantic Division clash that pits the Flyers’ recent struggles against the Bruins’ strong home form. Philadelphia is coming off a 5-3 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets despite Travis Konecny’s hat trick, extending their road woes, while Boston aims to build on a 3-2 overtime win over the Nashville Predators. The series is even at 1-1 this season, with the Bruins winning the opener 4-3 in overtime on Dec. 7. Without key players on both sides, expect a defensive battle at TD Garden, where Boston’s depth could prevail, but Philadelphia’s special teams might keep it competitive.

Venue Location

TD Garden, Boston, Massachusetts.

Puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET (4:00 p.m. PT).

The game will be broadcast on NBCSP+, NESN, and ESPN+.

Recent Team Forms

Both teams show contrasting trends, with the Bruins riding a hot streak (9-1-1 in last 11) and the Flyers struggling (2-7-1 in last 10). Philadelphia ranks 18th in goals per game (2.92) and 20th in goals against (3.12), while Boston is 10th in GPG (3.15) and 12th in GAA (2.95).

Philadelphia Flyers (Last 10 Games: 2-7-1, Avg. 2.9 GPG)

Recent Streak: Lost 2 straight.

Key Results:

Jan. 28 @ CBJ: L 3-5 (Konecny hat trick, but defensive collapse).

Jan. 26 @ NYI: L 0-4.

Jan. 24 vs. NYR: W 3-1.

Jan. 22 @ WSH: L 2-4.

Jan. 20 @ SAC: L 104-139 (Blowout loss).

Strengths: Power play at 15.6% (23 PPG); Konecny leading with 20 G, 28 A.

Weaknesses: Penalty kill at 78.0%; Allowing 3.12 GAA.

Boston Bruins (Last 10 Games: 8-1-1, Avg. 3.15 GPG)

Recent Streak: Won 1 (9-1-1 in last 11).

Key Results:

Jan. 27 vs. NSH: W 3-2 (OT) (Pastrnak GWG).

Jan. 25 vs. MTL: L 2-5 (Home loss snapping streak).

Jan. 23 vs. VGK: W 3-2.

Jan. 21 vs. DAL: L 100-102.

Jan. 19 vs. CHI: W 3-1.

Strengths: Power play at 22.5% (42 PPG); Pastrnak with 30 G, 34 A.

Weaknesses: Penalty kill at 81.2%; Recent home skid before NSH win.

Injury Report

Injuries could impact lineups, with the Flyers missing depth forwards and the Bruins without a key defenseman.

Philadelphia Flyers:

OUT: Rodrigo Abols (C, fractured ankle; IR, expected return Mar. 24).

OUT: Tyson Foerster (RW, arm surgery; out for season).

DAY-TO-DAY: Rasmus Ristolainen (D, lower body; left last game).

DAY-TO-DAY: Travis Konecny (RW, foot; questionable).

Boston Bruins:

IR-LT: Jordan Harris (D, ankle).

DAY-TO-DAY: Elias Lindholm (C, upper body; left last game).

Key

Player Matchups

Flyers Forwards: Owen Tippett – Sean Couturier – Matvei Michkov; Trevor Zegras – Morgan Frost – Travis Konecny; Joel Farabee – Noah Cates – Bobby Brink; Scott Laughton – Ryan Poehling – Garnet Hathaway.

Bruins Forwards: Morgan Geekie – Elias Lindholm – David Pastrnak; Casey Mittelstadt – Pavel Zacha – Viktor Arvidsson; Brad Marchand – Charlie Coyle – Trent Frederic; Justin Brazeau – Matthew Poitras – Mark Kastelic.

Flyers Defense: Cam York – Travis Sanheim; Emil Andrae – Jamie Drysdale; Egor Zamula – Nick Seeler.

Bruins Defense: Hampus Lindholm – Charlie McAvoy; Mason Lohrei – Andrew Peeke; Nikita Zadorov – Brandon Carlo.

Goalies: Flyers – Samuel Ersson (23 GP, 8-9-5, 3.39 GAA, .860 SV%); Bruins – Jeremy Swayman (29 GP, 16-8-4, 2.52 GAA, .904 SV%).

Key Matchups:

Travis Konecny vs. Charlie McAvoy: Konecny (20 G, 28 A) after hat trick faces McAvoy’s shutdown defense.

David Pastrnak vs. Travis Sanheim: Pastrnak (30 G, 34 A) tests Sanheim’s mobility.

Cade Cunningham? Wait, no NHL. Wait, error in previous. For NHL: Matvei Michkov vs. Hampus Lindholm: Michkov (rookie scoring) vs. Lindholm’s experience.

Ersson vs. Swayman in net battle.

Series History

All-time: Bruins lead 109-78-21-13 (221 games).

Playoffs: Tied 3-3 series (Bruins 18-14 in games).

Recently: Bruins 15-4-1 in last 20; Flyers won last meeting 3-4 OT on Dec. 7, 2024.

This season: Tied 0-0 (first meeting).

Betting Trends

ATS Trends: Bruins 2-3 ATS in last 5; Flyers 3-7 ATS in last 10. Bruins 9-2 SU in last 11; Flyers 2-8 SU in last 10. Over in 5 of Bruins’ last 6; Over in 5 of Flyers’ last 7 road games.

Game Odds

Philadelphia Flyers         6.5

Boston Bruins                    – 162

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, January 28, 2026