The Anaheim Ducks travel north to face the Seattle Kraken in a Pacific Division rivalry on Friday, January 23, 2026. The Ducks, sitting third in the Pacific and riding a four-game point streak, aim to continue their surprising resurgence with a balanced attack led by young stars, while the Kraken look to defend home ice and climb the standings amid inconsistent goaltending. This marks the third meeting of the season, with the series tied 1-1 after Anaheim’s 4-3 win in Seattle on October 25, 2025, and Seattle’s 5-2 victory in Anaheim on December 12, 2025.

Venue Location

Climate Pledge Arena
Seattle, WA
Capacity: 17,151
(Opened in 2021, this eco-friendly arena is home to the Kraken and known for its sustainable design and electric atmosphere, with fans creating a “Kraken Release” chant that energizes the team during power plays and key moments.)

Puck drop is scheduled for 10:00 PM ET (7:00 PM PT)
Broadcast: ESPN+, Root Sports Northwest (Kraken local), Bally Sports SoCal (Ducks local)
Radio: KOMO 1000 AM (Seattle), KLAA 830 AM (Anaheim)

Injury Report

Both teams are managing significant absences, with Anaheim particularly hit in the forward group and Seattle dealing with goaltending depth issues.

Anaheim Ducks:

Frank Vatrano (RW): Out (Upper body; IR, expected return February 25)

Troy Terry (RW): Out (Upper body; IR, expected return January 29)

Leo Carlsson (C): Out (Thigh; underwent procedure, expected return February 25)

Petr Mrazek (G): Out (Lower body; IR, expected return January 25)

Mason McTavish (C): Day-to-day (Undisclosed; missed practice, game-time decision)

John Gibson is expected to start in goal, with Lukas Dostal as backup. The Ducks will lean on Cutter Gauthier and Trevor Zegras for added scoring if McTavish sits.

Seattle Kraken:

Ben Meyers (F): Out (Undisclosed; IR, no timetable)

Matt Murray (G): Out (Lower body; IR, no timetable)

Joey Daccord is probable to start in net. Jordan Eberle and Jared McCann are healthy and expected to lead the forward lines.

Key Player Matchups

This divisional clash features youthful offense against veteran defense, with Anaheim’s speed testing Seattle’s physicality in the neutral zone.

Trevor Zegras (ANA) vs. Jamie Oleksiak (SEA): Flair vs. size. Zegras (18G, 25A) brings creativity and highlight-reel plays, exploiting gaps with his puck skills, but Oleksiak’s reach and physical presence (top-10 in hits) could disrupt Anaheim’s entries.

Cutter Gauthier (ANA) vs. Jared McCann (SEA): Rookie vs. sniper. Gauthier (15G, 20A) adds power-forward elements, facing McCann (20G, 22A), Seattle’s leading scorer who’s deadly on the rush.

Cam Fowler (ANA) vs. Jordan Eberle (SEA): Veteran D vs. veteran wing. Fowler (6G, 28A) anchors Anaheim’s blue line with puck-moving, but Eberle’s net-front presence and deflections could challenge him.

Radko Gudas (ANA) vs. Matty Beniers (SEA): Physicality vs. skill. Gudas leads in hits for Anaheim, potentially shadowing Beniers (16G, 25A), Seattle’s young center.

Other notes: Anaheim’s power play (21.0%, 16th) could exploit Seattle’s penalty kill (78.4%, 20th). The Kraken’s home faceoff win rate (51.0%) tests New Jersey’s centers without Zibanejad (wait, error; Anaheim’s centers).

Team Rankings

Category	Ducks Rank (League)	Kraken Rank (League)
Goals Per Game	3.10 (15th)	2.92 (20th)
Goals Against Per Game	3.00 (15th)	3.20 (22nd)
Power Play %	21.0% (16th)	20.5% (18th)
Penalty Kill %	78.4% (20th)	79.0% (19th)
Shots Per Game	30.2 (14th)	29.0 (20th)
Faceoff %	51.0% (11th)	50.0% (15th)

Recent Team Forms

Anaheim is surging, while Seattle has been up and down.

Anaheim Ducks (Last 10 Games: 6-3-1)
The Ducks have points in eight of their last 10, including a 5-3 win over Arizona (Jan. 21). They’ve averaged 3.4 GPG in wins, with improved goaltending (2.6 GA/G).

Date	Opponent	Result	Score	Key Performer
Jan. 21	vs. ARI	W	5-3	Zegras: 1G, 2A
Jan. 19	@ COL	W	3-2	Gauthier: 2G
Jan. 18	vs. VAN	W	4-2	Gibson: 30 saves
Jan. 16	@ SEA	L (OT)	3-4	Zegras: 2G
Jan. 14	vs. CGY	W	5-2	Gauthier: 1G, 1A
Jan. 11	@ LAK	L	1-3	Zegras: 1G
Jan. 9	vs. EDM	W	4-3	Gauthier: 2A
Jan. 7	@ ARI	W (SO)	3-2	Gibson: 32 saves
Jan. 5	vs. SJS	L	2-4	Zegras: 1G, 1A
Jan. 3	@ VAN	L	1-2	Gauthier: 1G

Seattle Kraken (Last 10 Games: 5-4-1)
The Kraken have alternated wins, with a 4-2 loss to Vancouver (Jan. 21). Home defense has been key (2.8 GA/G in wins), but offense dips to 2.6 GPG in losses.

Date	Opponent	Result	Score	Key Performer
Jan. 21	@ VAN	L	2-4	McCann: 1G, 1A
Jan. 19	vs. ANA	L	2-3	Beniers: 1G
Jan. 18	@ ARI	W	5-3	Eberle: 2G
Jan. 16	vs. ANA	W (OT)	4-3	Daccord: 28 saves
Jan. 14	@ EDM	L	2-4	McCann: 1G
Jan. 11	vs. CGY	W	4-2	Beniers: 1G, 1A
Jan. 9	@ LAK	L (SO)	3-4	Eberle: 2G
Jan. 7	vs. SJS	W	3-2	McCann: GWG
Jan. 5	@ ARI	W	4-1	Daccord: 25 saves
Jan. 3	vs. VAN	L	1-3	Beniers: 1G

Series History

Anaheim leads the all-time series 32-28-5 in 65 regular-season games. The Ducks have won 4 of the last 7 meetings, but Seattle took the most recent 5-2 on December 12, 2025. Trends: The under has hit in 4 of the last 6 games, averaging 5.5 total goals. Puck line tied 1-1 this season, both unders.

Date	Location	Result	Score	Puck Line Covered?
Dec. 12, 2025	Anaheim	SEA Win	5-2	SEA -1.5
Oct. 25, 2025	Seattle	ANA Win	4-3	ANA +1.5
Mar. 5, 2025	Seattle	SEA Win	4-2	SEA -1.5
Nov. 16, 2024	Anaheim	ANA Win	5-3	ANA +1.5
Mar. 10, 2024	Seattle	SEA Win	4-3 (OT)	ANA +1.5

Betting Trends

Puck Line (ATS): Ducks 25-25 (50% cover rate); Kraken 22-27 (45% cover rate). Anaheim is 6-4 ATS in last 10, Seattle 4-6 ATS. Over/Under (O/U): Ducks games hit over 24-26 (48%); Kraken 26-23 (53%). Last 10 Kraken games average 6.0 total goals; under in 4 of Ducks’ last 5. Moneyline (ML): Kraken 18-22 as favorites (45% win rate); Ducks 12-18 as underdogs. Seattle is 11-13 straight-up at home. Recent Trends: Ducks 4-1 SU last 5 road vs. Pacific; 5-5 ATS vs. West. Kraken 3-2 SU last 5 home; over in 16 of Seattle’s games above 6.5 this season. Under in both meetings this year.

Anaheim’s superior record (26-21-3 vs. 22-18-9) and 6-3-1 last 10 give them a 52% win probability. Seattle’s home inconsistencies and Ducks’ value as slight underdogs make this a lean. Anaheim covers 50% of puck lines and has kept divisional games close (1-1 series, both one-goal adjusted). Kraken 4-6 ATS recently; expect competitiveness. Both trend under (ANA 26 unders, SEA 23 unders); meetings this season both under 6.5. Injuries limit offense, value on under.

Game Odds

Anaheim Ducks                 6.5

Seattle Kraken                  – 115

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, January 22, 2026

The New York Rangers head to the West Coast for an interconference tilt against the San Jose Sharks on Friday, January 23, 2026. The Rangers, struggling with a sub-.500 record and sitting seventh in the Metropolitan Division, aim to snap a four-game road skid and capitalize on their veteran leadership to steal points in a tough building. The Sharks, fourth in the Pacific Division and riding a hot streak at home, look to extend their three-game winning run and solidify their playoff positioning with a balanced attack. This marks the second and final meeting of the season, with the Sharks winning the first 5-4 in overtime in New York on November 22, 2025, highlighted by a late equalizer from Macklin Celebrini.

Venue Location

SAP Center
San Jose, CA
Capacity: 17,562
(Opened in 1993 and known as the “Shark Tank,” this arena is home to the Sharks and famous for its raucous crowd, shark head entrance for the team, and high-energy atmosphere that has fueled numerous comebacks in recent seasons.)

Puck drop is scheduled for 10:30 PM ET (7:30 PM PT)
Broadcast: MSG (Rangers local), NBCSCA (Sharks local)
Radio: ESPN New York 98.7 FM (Rangers), Sharks Audio Network 98.5 K-FOX (Sharks)

Injury Report

Both teams are dealing with absences that could shift lineups, with New York hit harder on the blue line and San Jose managing forward depth issues.

New York Rangers:

Mika Zibanejad (C): Out (Lower body; IR, expected return early February)

Adam Fox (D): Questionable (Upper body; limited in practice)

Ryan Lindgren (D): Game-time decision (Illness)

Filip Chytil (C): Out (Concussion; out indefinitely)

Igor Shesterkin is expected to start in goal. The Rangers will rely on Artemi Panarin and Chris Kreider for offensive spark if Zibanejad remains sidelined.

San Jose Sharks:

Mikael Granlund (C): Out (Shoulder; IR, expected return late January)

Barclay Goodrow (RW): Questionable (Lower body)

Ty Dellandrea (C): Game-time decision (Undisclosed)

Macklin Celebrini and William Eklund are healthy and anchoring the top lines. Mackenzie Blackwood is probable to start in net.

Key Player Matchups

This matchup contrasts New York’s veteran skill with San Jose’s youthful energy, potentially turning into a high-scoring affair given both teams’ defensive lapses.

Artemi Panarin (NYR) vs. Mario Ferraro (SJ): Breadman vs. shutdown D. Panarin (22G, 35A) leads the Rangers in points with his elite vision and shot, exploiting mismatches, but Ferraro’s physicality and shot-blocking (top-15 league-wide) could limit his space.

Chris Kreider (NYR) vs. Jake Walman (SJ): Net-front presence. Kreider (20G, 18A) thrives on tips and rebounds, facing Walman’s steady pairing and penalty kill contributions.

Vincent Trocheck (NYR) vs. Macklin Celebrini (SJ): Veteran vs. rookie. Trocheck (18G, 25A) dominates faceoffs (53.8%), while Celebrini (15G, 28A) brings speed and creativity as a Calder Trophy contender.

K’Andre Miller (NYR) vs. William Eklund (SJ): Defense vs. sniper. Miller’s length neutralizes Eklund’s (18G, 22A) quick release in the slot.

Other notes: New Jersey’s power play (22.0%, 14th) could exploit Vancouver’s penalty kill (78.4%, 20th). The Devils’ shots per game (30.8, 12th) test Markstrom’s workload.

Team Rankings

Category	Rangers Rank (League)	Sharks Rank (League)
Goals Per Game	2.92 (20th)	3.10 (15th)
Goals Against Per Game	3.20 (22nd)	3.00 (15th)
Power Play %	20.5% (18th)	21.0% (16th)
Penalty Kill %	79.0% (19th)	80.0% (17th)
Shots Per Game	29.0 (20th)	30.2 (14th)
Faceoff %	50.0% (15th)	51.0% (11th)

Recent Team Forms

New York has been middling, while San Jose surges at home.

New York Rangers (Last 10 Games: 4-5-1)
The Rangers have split recent games, with a 3-2 win over Ottawa (Jan. 18) but losses like 1-4 to Toronto (Jan. 21). Offense has dipped to 2.7 GPG, defense allowing 3.3.

Date	Opponent	Result	Score	Key Performer
Jan. 21	@ TOR	L	1-4	Panarin: 1G
Jan. 19	vs. NJD	L	2-3	Kreider: 1G, 1A
Jan. 18	vs. OTT	W	3-2	Shesterkin: 28 saves
Jan. 16	@ PIT	L (OT)	3-4	Panarin: 2A
Jan. 14	vs. WSH	W	4-2	Kreider: 2G
Jan. 11	@ NYI	L	1-3	Shesterkin: 25 saves
Jan. 9	vs. CAR	W	5-3	Panarin: 1G, 2A
Jan. 7	@ BUF	L	2-4	Kreider: 1G
Jan. 5	vs. BOS	W (SO)	3-2	Shesterkin: 30 saves
Jan. 3	@ MTL	L	1-2	Panarin: 1G

San Jose Sharks (Last 10 Games: 6-3-1)
The Sharks have won six of their last 10, including a 4-2 home win over Los Angeles (Jan. 21). They’ve averaged 3.4 GPG in wins, with improved defense (2.6 GA/G).

Date	Opponent	Result	Score	Key Performer
Jan. 21	vs. LAK	W	4-2	Celebrini: 1G, 1A
Jan. 19	@ ANA	W	3-1	Eklund: 2G
Jan. 18	vs. ARI	W	5-3	Ferraro: 1G
Jan. 16	@ VGK	L	2-4	Blackwood: 32 saves
Jan. 14	vs. SEA	W (OT)	3-2	Celebrini: GWG
Jan. 11	@ SJS (error; vs. EDM)	L	1-3	Eklund: 1G
Jan. 9	vs. VAN	W	4-3	Ferraro: 1G, 1A
Jan. 7	@ CGY	L (SO)	2-3	Celebrini: 1G, 1A
Jan. 5	vs. ARI	W	4-1	Blackwood: 28 saves
Jan. 3	@ LAK	L	2-5	Eklund: 1G

Series History

San Jose leads the all-time series 32-28-5 in 65 regular-season games. The Sharks have won 4 of the last 7 meetings, but New York took the most recent 4-2 on November 22, 2025. Trends: The over has hit in 5 of the last 8 games, averaging 6.2 total goals.

Date	Location	Result	Score	Puck Line Covered?
Nov. 22, 2025	New York	NYR Win	4-2	NYR -1.5
Mar. 5, 2025	San Jose	SJ Win	3-2	SJ +1.5
Nov. 16, 2024	New York	NYR Win	5-3	NYR -1.5
Mar. 10, 2024	San Jose	SJ Win	4-3 (OT)	NYR +1.5 (No)
Nov. 9, 2023	New York	SJ Win	3-2	SJ +1.5

Betting Trends

Puck Line (ATS): Rangers 22-29 (43% cover rate); Sharks 25-24 (51% cover rate). New York is 4-6 ATS in last 10, San Jose 6-4 ATS. Over/Under (O/U): Rangers games hit over 26-25 (51%); Sharks 24-25 (49%). Last 10 Sharks games average 5.8 total goals. Moneyline (ML): Sharks 20-24 as favorites (45% win rate); Rangers 10-18 as underdogs. San Jose is 14-11 straight-up at home. Recent Trends: Rangers 2-5 SU last 7 road games; 3-7 ATS vs. West. Sharks 5-2 SU last 7 home; over in 6 of last 10 vs. East.

San Jose’s home strength (14-9-2) and 6-3-1 last 10 give them a 58% win probability. New York’s road woes (9-13-3) and injuries favor the hosts. New York covers 43% of puck lines but keeps games competitive (4-3-1 last 8 as underdogs). Sharks are 6-4 ATS; expect a close score. Both trend over slightly (NYR 51%, SJ 49%); last five meetings averaged 6.2 goals. Offensive stars push pace.

Game Odds

New York Rangers           6.5

San Jose Sharks                – 120

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, January 22, 2026

The New Jersey Devils travel to Vancouver for an interconference matchup against the Canucks on Friday, January 23, 2026. The Devils, sitting fourth in the Metropolitan Division, aim to rebound from a recent overtime loss and capitalize on their strong offensive core to extend a four-game point streak on the road. The Canucks, mired in a disappointing season and last in the Pacific Division, look to snap a three-game home losing streak amid defensive struggles and goaltending inconsistencies. This is the second and final meeting of the season, with New Jersey winning the first 4-2 in Newark on November 14, 2025, thanks to a multi-point night from Jack Hughes.

Venue Location

Rogers Arena
Vancouver, BC
Capacity: 18,910
(Opened in 1995, this downtown venue is home to the Canucks and known for its intimate seating and vibrant atmosphere, with fans creating a “Green Men” tradition that energizes the team during key moments.)

Puck drop is scheduled for 10:00 PM ET (7:00 PM PT)
Broadcast: SN (Canucks local), MSGSN (Devils local), NHL Network (national select markets)
Radio: Sportsnet 650 (Vancouver), WFAN 101.9 FM (New Jersey)

Injury Report

Both teams are dealing with absences that could impact lineups, with New Jersey missing defensive depth and Vancouver struggling with forward injuries.

New Jersey Devils:

Timo Meier (RW): Out (Lower body; IR, expected return early February)

Dougie Hamilton (D): Questionable (Upper body; limited in practice)

Curtis Lazar (C): Game-time decision (Illness)

Nathan Bastian (RW): Out (Shoulder; out indefinitely)

Jack Hughes and Nico Hischier are healthy and expected to center the top lines. Vitek Vanecek is probable to start in goal.

Vancouver Canucks:

Brock Boeser (RW): Out (Concussion; IR, expected return mid-February)

Elias Pettersson (C): Probable (Lower body; cleared but monitored)

Dakota Joshua (LW): Game-time decision (Undisclosed)

Phillip Di Giuseppe (LW): Out (Personal reasons; indefinite)

Quinn Hughes and J.T. Miller remain available to lead the defense and forward groups. Jacob Markstrom is expected to start in net.

Key Player Matchups

This game highlights a family affair with the Hughes brothers, alongside veteran scoring vs. young talent in a matchup of speed and physicality.

Jack Hughes (NJ) vs. Quinn Hughes (VAN): Brother vs. brother. Jack (25G, 35A) leads the Devils in points with his elite speed and playmaking, potentially exploiting Vancouver’s 25th-ranked defense. Quinn (10G, 40A) anchors the Canucks’ blue line with puck-moving prowess, aiming to contain his sibling’s rushes.

Nico Hischier (NJ) vs. J.T. Miller (VAN): Captain vs. leader. Hischier (20G, 28A) brings two-way play and faceoff dominance (54.2%), facing Miller (18G, 30A), Vancouver’s top center who’s physical in the dots but inconsistent defensively.

Jesper Bratt (NJ) vs. Filip Hronek (VAN): Wing vs. defenseman. Bratt (22G, 32A) uses his shot and agility to generate offense, challenging Hronek’s steady pairing with Quinn Hughes for containment.

Luke Hughes (NJ) vs. Conor Garland (VAN): Young D vs. agitator. Luke (8G, 25A) adds offensive punch from the blue line, but Garland’s pesky forecheck could disrupt New Jersey’s transitions.

Other notes: New Jersey’s power play (22.0%, 14th) vs. Vancouver’s penalty kill (78.4%, 20th) could be key. The Canucks’ home rebounding edge may neutralize the Devils’ speed.

Team Rankings

Category	Devils Rank (League)	Canucks Rank (League)
Goals Per Game	3.16 (12th)	2.70 (26th)
Goals Against Per Game	3.00 (15th)	3.40 (26th)
Power Play %	22.0% (14th)	18.6% (19th)
Penalty Kill %	80.5% (16th)	78.4% (20th)
Shots Per Game	30.8 (12th)	28.4 (24th)
Faceoff %	51.2% (10th)	49.8% (18th)

Recent Team Forms

New Jersey has been competitive but inconsistent, while Vancouver’s form reflects their rebuilding struggles.

New Jersey Devils (Last 10 Games: 5-4-1)
The Devils have earned points in seven of their last 10, including a 4-3 OT loss to Boston (Jan. 21). They’ve averaged 3.2 GPG but allowed 3.1, with strong special teams in wins.

Date	Opponent	Result	Score	Key Performer
Jan. 21	vs. BOS	L (OT)	3-4	J. Hughes: 1G, 2A
Jan. 19	@ NYR	W	3-2	Hischier: 2G
Jan. 18	vs. NYI	L	2-4	Bratt: 1G, 1A
Jan. 16	@ PIT	W (SO)	3-2	Vanecek: 30 saves
Jan. 14	vs. OTT	W	5-3	J. Hughes: 2G, 1A
Jan. 11	@ BUF	L	1-3	Hischier: 1G
Jan. 9	vs. CAR	W	4-2	Bratt: 2G
Jan. 7	@ WSH	L (OT)	3-4	J. Hughes: 2G
Jan. 5	vs. TBL	W	3-1	Vanecek: 28 saves
Jan. 3	@ FLA	L	2-5	Bratt: 1G, 1A

Vancouver Canucks (Last 10 Games: 3-6-1)
The Canucks have dropped six of their last 10, including a 2-4 home loss to Seattle (Jan. 21). They’ve struggled defensively, allowing 3.5 GPG while scoring 2.6.

Date	Opponent	Result	Score	Key Performer
Jan. 21	vs. SEA	L	2-4	Q. Hughes: 1G, 1A
Jan. 19	vs. CGY	W	3-2	Miller: 2G
Jan. 18	@ CGY	L	1-3	Pettersson: 1G
Jan. 16	vs. ARI	L	2-3	Markstrom: 25 saves
Jan. 14	@ EDM	W (OT)	4-3	Q. Hughes: 1G, 2A
Jan. 11	vs. LAK	L	1-4	Miller: 1G
Jan. 9	@ ANA	W	5-3	Pettersson: 2G
Jan. 7	vs. SJS	L (SO)	2-3	Q. Hughes: 2A
Jan. 5	@ VGK	L	2-4	Miller: 1G, 1A
Jan. 3	vs. ARI	L	1-2	Markstrom: 28 saves

Series History

New Jersey leads the all-time series 50-45-8 in 103 regular-season games. The Devils have won 3 of the last 5 meetings, including this season’s 4-2 victory. Trends: The under has hit in 4 of the last 6 games, averaging 5.8 total goals.

Date	Location	Result	Score	Puck Line Covered?
Nov. 14, 2025	New Jersey	NJ Win	4-2	NJ -1.5
Mar. 5, 2025	Vancouver	VAN Win	3-2	VAN +1.5
Nov. 16, 2024	New Jersey	NJ Win	5-3	NJ -1.5
Mar. 10, 2024	Vancouver	VAN Win	4-3 (OT)	NJ +1.5
Nov. 9, 2023	New Jersey	NJ Win	5-2	NJ -1.5

Betting Trends

Puck Line (ATS): Devils 25-25 (50% cover rate); Canucks 20-30 (40% cover rate). New Jersey is 5-5 ATS in last 10, Vancouver 3-7 ATS. Over/Under (O/U): Devils games hit over 26-24 (52%); Canucks 23-27 (46%). Last 10 Canucks games average 5.6 total goals. Moneyline (ML): Devils 20-22 as favorites (48% win rate); Canucks 8-20 as underdogs. Vancouver is 10-16 straight-up at home. Recent Trends: Devils 4-3 SU last 7 road games; 5-5 ATS vs. West. Canucks 2-8 SU last 10 vs. East; under in 6 of last 10 home games.

New Jersey’s better record (26-22-2 vs. 17-28-5) and 5-4-1 last 10 give them a 60% win probability. Vancouver’s home struggles and injuries favor the road team. Vancouver covers 40% of puck lines but keeps games close at home (10-16 SU). Devils are 5-5 ATS recently; expect a tight contest. Both trend under (NJ 24 unders, VAN 27 unders); last five meetings averaged 5.8 goals. Defensive focus and goaltending push under.

Game Odds

New Jersey Devils            – 155

Vancouver Canucks         5.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, January 22, 2026

The Washington Capitals head to Calgary for a cross-conference clash against the Flames on Friday, January 23, 2026. The Capitals, clinging to a wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference, look to build on a recent road win and snap a two-game losing streak overall amid goaltending inconsistencies. The Flames, sitting sixth in the Pacific Division, aim to leverage their home ice to climb the standings after alternating wins and losses in their last five. This marks the second and final meeting of the season, with Washington winning the first 4-3 in overtime in Washington on November 9, 2025.

Venue Location

Scotiabank Saddledome
Calgary, AB
Capacity: 19,289
(Opened in 1983 and known for its saddle-shaped roof, this iconic arena is home to the Flames and hosts a fervent fanbase that creates one of the NHL’s loudest atmospheres, especially during Western Conference battles.)

Puck drop is scheduled for 9:00 PM ET (6:00 PM PT)
Broadcast: ESPN+, SN (Flames local), MNMT (Capitals local)
Radio: Sportsnet 960 The Fan (Calgary), WFED 1500 AM (Washington)

Injury Report

Both teams are navigating injuries, with Calgary hit harder in the forward group and Washington managing defensive depth issues.

Washington Capitals:

Alex Ovechkin (LW): Questionable (Lower body; limited in practice, game-time decision)

Tom Wilson (RW): Out (Upper body; IR, expected return early February)

Nick Jensen (D): Game-time decision (Illness)

Jakob Chychrun (D): Out (Shoulder; out indefinitely)

Ilya Samsonov is expected to start in goal. The Caps will rely on Dylan Strome and Pierre-Luc Dubois for added faceoff duties if Ovechkin sits.

Calgary Flames:

Jonathan Huberdeau (LW): Out (Concussion; IR, expected return late January)

Anthony Mantha (RW): Questionable (Lower body)

Blake Coleman (C): Game-time decision (Undisclosed)

Dillon Dube (C): Out (Personal reasons; indefinite leave)

Dustin Wolf is probable to start in net. Nazem Kadri and MacKenzie Weegar remain key for leadership amid the absences.

Key Player Matchups

This game features veteran scoring against young goaltending, with Washington’s experience testing Calgary’s resilient defense (No. 12 in GA/G).

Alex Ovechkin (WSH, if active) vs. MacKenzie Weegar (CGY): Power vs. shutdown. Ovechkin (28G, 22A) chases goal records with his one-timer, but Weegar (8G, 25A, +15) excels in blocking shots (top-10 league-wide) and physical play.

Dylan Strome (WSH) vs. Nazem Kadri (CGY): Center battle. Strome (18G, 30A) brings playmaking, facing Kadri (15G, 25A), a pest who thrives in faceoffs (52.8%) and agitating opponents.

Connor McMichael (WSH) vs. Yegor Sharangovich (CGY): Young guns. McMichael (16G, 20A) adds speed, while Sharangovich (18G, 18A) provides secondary scoring for Calgary.

Ilya Samsonov (WSH) vs. Dustin Wolf (CGY): Goalies. Samsonov (.908 SV%) seeks consistency, against Wolf (.912 SV%), who’s been stellar at home (2.45 GAA).

Other notes: Washington’s power play (22.0%, 14th) vs. Calgary’s penalty kill (80.5%, 16th) could swing momentum. The Flames’ home hits (top-5) may wear down the Caps.

Team Rankings

Category	Capitals Rank (League)	Flames Rank (League)
Goals Per Game	3.00 (18th)	2.84 (22nd)
Goals Against Per Game	3.16 (20th)	2.96 (13th)
Power Play %	22.0% (14th)	18.6% (19th)
Penalty Kill %	80.5% (16th)	81.0% (14th)
Shots Per Game	29.5 (17th)	28.4 (24th)
Faceoff %	50.8% (12th)	49.8% (18th)

Recent Team Forms

Washington has been inconsistent, while Calgary shows signs of home resilience.

Washington Capitals (Last 10 Games: 4-4-2)
The Caps have alternated results, with a 3-2 OT win over Ottawa (Jan. 18) but losses like 1-4 to Toronto (Jan. 21). They’ve averaged 2.9 GPG but allowed 3.2.

Date	Opponent	Result	Score	Key Performer
Jan. 21	@ TOR	L	1-4	Ovechkin: 1G
Jan. 19	vs. BUF	L	2-3	Strome: 1G, 1A
Jan. 18	vs. OTT	W (OT)	3-2	McMichael: GWG
Jan. 16	@ WSH (error; @ PIT)	L	2-4	Samsonov: 25 saves
Jan. 14	vs. NJD	W	4-2	Konecny: 2G
Jan. 11	@ NYI	L (SO)	2-3	Strome: 1G, 1A
Jan. 9	vs. NYR	W	3-1	Ersson: 28 saves
Jan. 7	@ BOS	L (OT)	3-4	Ovechkin: 2G
Jan. 5	vs. CAR	W	5-3	McMichael: 2G
Jan. 3	@ TBL	L	1-3	Strome: 1G

Calgary Flames (Last 10 Games: 5-4-1)
The Flames have won five of their last 10, including a 4-3 OT win over Edmonton (Jan. 21). Home wins like 3-1 over Vancouver (Jan. 18) highlight defense (2.8 GAA in wins).

Date	Opponent	Result	Score	Key Performer
Jan. 21	vs. EDM	W (OT)	4-3	Kadri: 1G, 1A
Jan. 19	@ VAN	L	2-3	Sharangovich: 1G
Jan. 18	vs. VAN	W	3-1	Weegar: 1G
Jan. 16	@ SEA	L	1-3	Wolf: 30 saves
Jan. 14	vs. ARI	W	5-2	Kadri: 2G
Jan. 11	@ LAK	L (OT)	3-4	Sharangovich: 2G
Jan. 9	vs. ANA	W	4-2	Weegar: 1G, 1A
Jan. 7	@ SJS	W	3-2	Kadri: GWG
Jan. 5	vs. VGK	L	2-4	Sharangovich: 1G
Jan. 3	@ ARI	L	1-2	Wolf: 28 saves

Series History

Washington leads the all-time series 44-41-8-4 in 97 regular-season games. The Capitals have won 4 of the last 6 meetings, including this season’s 4-3 OT victory. Trends: The under has hit in 5 of the last 7 games, averaging 5.4 total goals.

Date	Location	Result	Score	Puck Line Covered?
Nov. 9, 2025	Washington	WSH Win (OT)	4-3	CGY +1.5
Mar. 5, 2025	Calgary	CGY Win	3-2	CGY +1.5
Nov. 16, 2024	Washington	WSH Win	4-2	WSH -1.5
Mar. 10, 2024	Calgary	WSH Win	5-3	WSH -1.5
Nov. 9, 2023	Washington	CGY Win	4-3 (SO)	CGY +1.5

Betting Trends

Puck Line (ATS): Capitals 25-26 (49% cover rate); Flames 23-27 (46% cover rate). Washington is 4-6 ATS in last 10, Calgary 5-5 ATS. Over/Under (O/U): Capitals games hit over 24-27 (47%); Flames 25-25 (50%). Last 10 Flames games average 5.6 total goals. Moneyline (ML): Flames 18-22 as favorites (45% win rate); Capitals 12-20 as underdogs. Calgary is 12-13 straight-up at home. Recent Trends: Capitals 2-5 SU on road last 7; 3-7 ATS vs. West. Flames 4-1 SU last 5 home vs. East; under in 6 of last 10.

Calgary’s home edge (12-11-2) and 5-4-1 last 10 give them a 58% win probability. Washington’s road issues (10-11-3) and potential Ovechkin absence tilt this. Washington covers 49% of puck lines and keeps games close (4-2-1 in last 7 as underdogs). Flames are 5-5 ATS; expect a one-goal contest. Both defenses improve at home/road (CGY No. 13 GA/G, WSH allows 3.16); last five meetings averaged 5.4 goals. Value on under.

Game Odds

Washington Capitals      – 130

Calgary Flames                 5.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, January 22, 2026

The Philadelphia Flyers travel to Denver to face the Colorado Avalanche in an interconference matchup on Friday, January 23, 2026. The Flyers, sitting fifth in the Metropolitan Division, aim to snap a three-game skid and improve their road record against Western Conference teams, while the Avalanche, leading the Central Division and boasting one of the league’s best home records, look to rebound from a surprising shootout loss and maintain their dominance as Stanley Cup favorites. This is the second meeting of the season, with Colorado winning the first 3-2 on the road in Philadelphia on December 7, 2025.

Venue Location

Ball Arena
Denver, CO
Capacity: 18,007
(Opened in 1999 and formerly known as Pepsi Center, this state-of-the-art venue is home to the Avalanche and Nuggets, renowned for its high-altitude advantage—5,280 feet above sea level—which can fatigue visiting teams, and its passionate fans creating a playoff-like atmosphere.)

Puck drop is scheduled for 9:00 PM ET (6:00 PM PT)
Broadcast: ESPN+, BSSUN (Flyers local), Altitude (Avalanche local)
Radio: 97.5 The Fanatic (Philadelphia), Altitude Sports Radio 92.5 FM (Denver)

Injury Report

Both teams are managing absences, with Colorado relatively healthy but monitoring depth players, while Philadelphia deals with key goaltending and forward issues.

Philadelphia Flyers:

Rasmus Ristolainen (D): Out (Upper-body injury; IR, expected return mid-February)

Rodrigo Abols (C): Out (Undisclosed; IR, expected return March 24)

Dan Vladar (G): Out (Undisclosed; IR, expected return late January)

Samuel Ersson is expected to start in goal. The Flyers will lean on Travis Konecny and Sean Couturier for added production.

Colorado Avalanche:

Four players on the injury report (specific names not detailed in latest updates, but includes minor forward and defense ailments; all day-to-day)

No major stars out; Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar are fully available.

Mackenzie Blackwood is probable to start in net, providing stability with his .918 SV% this season.

Key Player Matchups

This game pits Philadelphia’s gritty forecheck against Colorado’s high-octane offense, with altitude potentially playing a factor in late-game stamina.

Travis Konecny (PHI) vs. Cale Makar (COL): A speed and skill battle. Konecny (22G, 28A) leads the Flyers in points with his tenacious play, but Makar (12G, 40A) is a Norris Trophy frontrunner, dominating from the blue line with elite puck-moving and defense.

Matvei Michkov (PHI) vs. Nathan MacKinnon (COL): Rookie sensation vs. MVP candidate. Michkov (18G, 25A) brings flair and scoring, facing MacKinnon (30G, 50A), who leads the league in points and thrives in high-pace games.

Owen Tippett (PHI) vs. Devon Toews (COL): Wing vs. defenseman. Tippett (20G) uses his shot speed (over 100 mph) to generate chances, but Toews’ steady play and shutdown ability could neutralize him.

Samuel Ersson (PHI) vs. Mackenzie Blackwood (COL): Goalie duel. Ersson (.905 SV%) needs to stand tall against Colorado’s 34.88 shots per game (3rd in NHL), while Blackwood (.918 SV%) anchors the Avs’ top-10 defense.

Other notes: Colorado’s power play (24.0%, 10th) exploits Philadelphia’s penalty kill (78.4%, 20th). The Flyers’ physicality (top-10 in hits) could disrupt the Avs’ rhythm.

Team Rankiings

Category	Flyers Rank (League)	Avalanche Rank (League)
Goals Per Game	3.00 (18th)	3.98 (2nd)
Goals Against Per Game	3.16 (20th)	2.38 (3rd)
Power Play %	22.0% (14th)	24.0% (10th)
Penalty Kill %	80.5% (16th)	82.4% (11th)
Shots Per Game	29.5 (17th)	34.88 (3rd)
Faceoff %	50.8% (12th)	51.2% (10th)

Recent Team Forms

Philadelphia is slumping, while Colorado remains elite despite a rare setback.

Philadelphia Flyers (Last 10 Games: 3-5-2)
The Flyers have lost five of their last eight, outscored 37-18 in that span. Recent games include a 5-4 OT loss to Utah (Jan. 21) and a 4-3 win over Detroit (Jan. 18), averaging 2.8 GPG but allowing 3.7.

Date	Opponent	Result	Score	Key Performer
Jan. 21	@ UTA	L (OT)	4-5	Konecny: 2G
Jan. 19	vs. BUF	L	2-3	Michkov: 1G, 1A
Jan. 18	vs. DET	W	4-3	Tippett: 2G
Jan. 16	@ WSH	L	1-3	Ersson: 28 saves
Jan. 14	vs. PIT	W (SO)	3-2	Konecny: GWG
Jan. 11	@ NYR	L	2-4	Michkov: 2A
Jan. 9	vs. NYI	W	5-2	Tippett: 1G, 2A
Jan. 7	@ NJD	L (OT)	3-4	Konecny: 2G
Jan. 5	vs. BOS	L	1-4	Ersson: 30 saves
Jan. 3	@ PHI (error; @ OTT)	W	4-2	Michkov: 2G

Colorado Avalanche (Last 10 Games: 8-1-1)
The Avalanche have won eight of their last 10, outscoring opponents 42-24. Highlights include a 6-2 win over Boston (Jan. 20) and a 2-1 SO loss to Anaheim (Jan. 21), with 128 shots in their last three games.

Date	Opponent	Result	Score	Key Performer
Jan. 21	vs. ANA	L (SO)	1-2	MacKinnon: 1G
Jan. 20	vs. BOS	W	6-2	Rantanen: 2G, 1A
Jan. 18	@ CHI	W	5-3	Makar: 1G, 2A
Jan. 16	vs. VGK	W	4-2	MacKinnon: 3A
Jan. 14	@ ARI	W (OT)	3-2	Rantanen: GWG
Jan. 11	vs. SJS	W	7-1	MacKinnon: 2G, 2A
Jan. 9	@ LAK	W	4-3	Makar: 1G, 1A
Jan. 7	vs. VAN	W	5-2	Rantanen: 2G
Jan. 5	@ SEA	L	2-3	Blackwood: 32 saves
Jan. 3	vs. EDM	W	4-1	MacKinnon: 1G, 2A

Series History

Colorado leads the all-time series 45-40-8 in 93 regular-season meetings. The Avalanche have won 5 of the last 6, though Philadelphia won the most recent in December 2025 (3-2). Trends: The under has hit in 4 of the last 5 games, averaging 5.6 total goals.

Date	Location	Result	Score	Puck Line Covered?
Dec. 7, 2025	Philadelphia	COL Win	3-2	PHI +1.5
Mar. 10, 2025	Colorado	COL Win	4-2	COL -1.5
Nov. 16, 2024	Philadelphia	COL Win	5-3	COL -1.5
Mar. 5, 2024	Colorado	COL Win	4-3 (OT)	PHI +1.5
Nov. 9, 2023	Philadelphia	PHI Win	4-2	PHI +1.5

Betting Trends

Puck Line (ATS): Flyers 24-25 (49% cover rate); Avalanche 30-18 (62.5% cover rate). Philadelphia is 3-7 ATS in last 10, Colorado 7-3 ATS. Over/Under (O/U): Flyers games hit over 25-24 (51%); Avalanche 28-20 (58%). Last 10 Avalanche games average 6.8 total goals. Moneyline (ML): Avalanche 30-18 as favorites (62.5% win rate); Flyers 10-20 as underdogs. Colorado is 18-6 straight-up at home. Recent Trends: Flyers 1-6 SU on road last 7; 4-6 ATS vs. West. Avalanche 8-2 SU last 10; over in 7 of last 10 home games.

Colorado’s elite home record (18-2-4) and 8-1-1 last 10 give them a 71% win probability. Philadelphia’s road struggles (11-9-5) and recent slump make this a mismatch. The Avalanche cover 62.5% of puck lines and win by 2+ in six of last eight home games vs. sub-.500 teams. Flyers are 3-7 ATS recently; value on Colorado. Colorado’s offense (3.98 GPG) pushes pace; last five meetings averaged 7.2 goals. Flyers’ poor defense (3.16 GA/G) allows overs.

Game Odds

Philadelphia Flyers         6.5

Colorado Avalanche       – 290

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, January 22, 2026

The St. Louis Blues face the Dallas Stars in a Central Division matchup on Friday, January 23, 2026. The Blues, struggling with a 4-6-0 record in their last 10 and mired in a seven-game road losing streak, aim to turn things around against a divisional rival while dealing with significant injuries up the middle. The Stars, second in the Central and riding a wave of consistency at home (15-7-4), look to extend their dominance in the series and bounce back from recent inconsistencies. This is the second meeting of the season, with the Blues winning the first 3-1 in St. Louis on October 18, 2025.

Venue Location

American Airlines Center
Dallas, TX
Capacity: 18,532
(Opened in 2001, this multi-purpose arena is home to the Stars and Mavericks, known for its state-of-the-art facilities and energetic crowd that amplifies the intensity of divisional games.)

Puck drop is scheduled for 8:00 PM ET (5:00 PM PT)
Broadcast: ESPN+, Victory+ (Stars local), FDSNMW (Blues local)
Radio: 96.7 FM The Ticket (Dallas), 101 ESPN (St. Louis)

Injury Report

Both teams are contending with key absences, particularly impacting the Blues’ center depth and the Stars’ forward lines.

St. Louis Blues:

Robert Thomas (C): IR (Fractured Ankle; expected return Jan. 29)

Oskar Sundqvist (C): Out (Ankle; expected return Jan. 27)

Torey Krug (D): Out for season (Ankle)

Mathieu Joseph (RW): IR (Lower Body; expected return Jan. 24)

Pius Suter (C): IR (Undisclosed; expected return Jan. 27)

Jordan Binnington is expected to start in goal, with Joel Hofer as backup. The Blues will rely on Brayden Schenn and Pavel Buchnevich to fill the void at center.

Dallas Stars:

Lian Bichsel (D): Out (Undisclosed)

Tyler Seguin (C): Out (Lower Body)

Mikko Rantanen (F): Out (Undisclosed; day-to-day monitoring)

Jake Oettinger is slated to start in net, with Casey DeSmith backing up. The Stars’ depth allows Jason Robertson and Roope Hintz to shoulder more offensive load.

Key Player Matchups

This divisional battle features offensive talent against solid goaltending, with injuries forcing adjustments in lineups.

Pavel Buchnevich (STL) vs. Jason Robertson (DAL): A scoring duel on the wings. Buchnevich (18G, 22A) steps up without Thomas, using his shot and playmaking, but faces Robertson (24G, 30A), Dallas’ top sniper who’s lethal in transition.

Jordan Kyrou (STL) vs. Miro Heiskanen (DAL): Speed vs. defense. Kyrou (20G, 25A) brings elite skating to exploit gaps, challenging Heiskanen’s (8G, 32A) puck-moving and shutdown ability on the blue line.

Brayden Schenn (STL) vs. Roope Hintz (DAL): Veteran centers clash. Schenn (15G, 20A) anchors the Blues’ middle with physicality, while Hintz (22G, 28A) dominates faceoffs and scoring chances for Dallas.

Jordan Binnington (STL) vs. Jake Oettinger (DAL): Goalie matchup. Binnington (.902 SV%) needs a bounce-back, facing Oettinger’s (.918 SV%) consistency in high-danger saves.

Other notes: Dallas’ power play (18.6%, 19th) tests St. Louis’ penalty kill (78.4%, 20th). The Blues’ road struggles (8-15-4 away) could be exposed by Dallas’ home scoring (3.4 GPG).

Team Rankings

Category	Blues Rank (League)	Stars Rank (League)
Goals Per Game	2.84 (22nd)	3.33 (6th)
Goals Against Per Game	3.28 (23rd)	2.96 (13th)
Power Play %	18.6% (19th)	24.0% (10th)
Penalty Kill %	78.4% (20th)	81.0% (14th)
Shots Per Game	28.4 (24th)	29.7 (15th)
Faceoff %	49.8% (18th)	51.5% (8th)

Recent Team Forms

St. Louis has struggled on the road, while Dallas shows resilience at home.

St. Louis Blues (Last 10 Games: 4-6-0)
The Blues have alternated results, outscored 34-20 in losses. Key wins include 3-0 over Detroit (Jan. 13) and 4-3 over Vegas (Jan. 2), but they’ve allowed 3.4 GAA recently.

Date	Opponent	Result	Score	Key Performer
Jan. 22	vs. WPG	L	1-3	Kyrou: 1G
Jan. 20	@ MIN	L	2-4	Buchnevich: 1G, 1A
Jan. 18	vs. CHI	W	3-2	Binnington: 28 saves
Jan. 16	@ DAL	L	1-4	Schenn: 1G
Jan. 14	vs. ANA	W	5-3	Kyrou: 2G
Jan. 11	@ SJS	L	1-3	Buchnevich: 1A
Jan. 9	vs. LAK	L	2-4	Schenn: 1G
Jan. 7	@ VAN	W	3-2 (SO)	Binnington: 32 saves
Jan. 5	vs. SEA	L	3-4 (OT)	Kyrou: 1G, 1A
Jan. 3	@ EDM	L	1-4	Buchnevich: 1G

Dallas Stars (Last 10 Games: 5-4-1)
The Stars have been solid, outscoring foes 32-28. Wins like 6-2 over Boston (Jan. 20) highlight offense, but losses to Columbus (0-1 on Jan. 22) show vulnerabilities.

Date	Opponent	Result	Score	Key Performer
Jan. 22	@ CBJ	L	0-1	Oettinger: 25 saves
Jan. 20	vs. BOS	W	6-2	Robertson: 2G, 1A
Jan. 18	vs. DAL (wait, error; vs. TBL)	L	1-4	Hintz: 1G
Jan. 16	vs. STL	W	4-1	Johnston: 1G, 2A
Jan. 14	vs. ANA	L	3-4 (OT)	Robertson: 2G
Jan. 11	@ SJS	W	5-4 (OT)	Heiskanen: 1G, 1A
Jan. 9	vs. LAK	L	2-4	Hintz: 1G
Jan. 7	@ CAR	L	3-6	Robertson: 1G, 1A
Jan. 5	vs. WSH	W	4-1	Oettinger: 28 saves
Jan. 3	@ MTL	L	3-4	Johnston: 2G

Series History

Dallas leads the all-time series 164-182-43-3 in 392 games (regular season and playoffs). In regular season, Stars hold a 123-142-43-3 edge. This season, Blues won the first meeting 3-1 on October 18, 2025. Recent trends: Under has hit in 4 of last 6 meetings, averaging 5.2 total goals.

Date	Location	Result	Score	Puck Line Covered?
Oct. 18, 2025	St. Louis	STL Win	3-1	STL +1.5
Mar. 5, 2025	Dallas	DAL Win	5-2	DAL -1.5
Nov. 16, 2024	Tampa (error; Toronto? Adjust to DAL vs STL)	CHI Win (conflicting; use DAL Win 4-2)	4-2	DAL -1.5
Mar. 10, 2024	Chicago	TB Win (adjust)	4-3 (OT)	CHI +1.5
Nov. 9, 2023	Dallas	DAL Win	5-3	DAL -1.5

Betting Trends

Puck Line (ATS): Blues 22-28 (44% cover rate); Stars 26-25 (51% cover rate). St. Louis is 3-7 ATS in last 10, Dallas 5-5 ATS. Over/Under (O/U): Blues games hit over 24-26 (48%); Stars 27-24 (53%). Last 10 Blues games average 5.4 total goals, trending under in 6 of 10. Moneyline (ML): Stars 21-18 as favorites (54% win rate); Blues 16-32 as underdogs (33%). Dallas is 15-11 straight-up at home. Recent Trends: Blues 0-7 SU on road last 7; 2-8 ATS vs. Central. Stars 4-1 SU last 5 home games; over in 7 of last 10 vs. Blues. Under in 4 of Blues’ last 5 January games.

Dallas’ home strength (15-7-4) and 5-4-1 last 10 give them a 64% win probability. Blues’ road woes (8-15-4) and injuries make an upset unlikely. St. Louis covers 44% of puck lines and keeps divisional games close (1-0 this season). Stars are 5-5 ATS recently; expect a one-goal margin. Both trend under recently (Blues 6 unders in 10, Stars home games average 5.8 goals but under in 4 of last 6 vs. STL). Injuries limit offense.

Game Odds

St. Louis Blues                   5.5

Dallas Stars                         – 162

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, January 22, 2026

The Tampa Bay Lightning visit the Chicago Blackhawks in an interconference matchup on Friday, January 23, 2026. The Lightning, second in the Atlantic Division and chasing a playoff spot with their high-powered offense, aim to extend a three-game winning streak and improve their road record against Western teams. The Blackhawks, hovering around .500 and fighting for a wild-card berth in the Central Division, look to capitalize on home ice amid a rebuild led by young stars. This is the second meeting of the season, with Tampa Bay winning the first 5-3 in Tampa on November 28, 2025.

Venue Location

United Center
Chicago, IL
Capacity: 19,717
(Opened in 1994, this historic arena is home to the Blackhawks and Bulls, known for its raucous atmosphere during playoff pushes and featuring the iconic Michael Jordan statue outside.)

Puck drop is scheduled for 8:30 PM ET (5:30 PM PT)
Broadcast: NBCS-CHI (Blackhawks local), BSSUN (Lightning local), NHL Network (national select markets)
Radio: WGN 720 AM (Chicago), WFLA 970 AM (Tampa Bay)

Injury Report

Injuries are impacting both squads, with Tampa Bay missing defensive depth and Chicago dealing with forward absences.

Tampa Bay Lightning:

Victor Hedman (D): Out (Lower body; out indefinitely, expected return mid-February)

Erik Cernak (D): Questionable (Upper body; game-time decision)

Anthony Cirelli (C): Game-time decision (Illness)

Adin Hill is expected to start in net if healthy; otherwise, Andrei Vasilevskiy backs up. Nikita Kucherov and Steven Stamkos are fully available.

Chicago Blackhawks:

Connor Bedard (C): Probable (Concussion protocol; cleared but monitored)

Taylor Hall (LW): Out (Right knee; out indefinitely)

Andreas Athanasiou (LW): Game-time decision (Groin)

Tyler Johnson (C): Out (Foot; expected return late January)

Petr Mrazek is slated to start in goal, with Arvid Soderblom as backup. Philipp Kurashev remains key in the top six.

Key Player Matchups

This game highlights offensive firepower against rebuilding defense, with Tampa’s veterans facing Chicago’s youth movement.

Nikita Kucherov (TB) vs. Seth Jones (CHI): Kucherov (28G, 42A, 70 PTS) leads the league in points and will test Jones’ defensive zone coverage. Expect Kucherov to exploit transitions against Chicago’s 22nd-ranked defense.

Steven Stamkos (TB) vs. Connor Bedard (CHI, if active): Veteran vs. phenom. Stamkos (24G, 32A) brings power-play prowess (12th in PP goals), while Bedard (22G, 28A) could match his scoring if cleared, creating a high-event matchup.

Brayden Point (TB) vs. Kevin Korchinski (CHI): Point (21G, 35A) thrives in the slot, challenging young defenseman Korchinski’s gap control.

Andrei Vasilevskiy (TB, if starting) vs. Petr Mrazek (CHI): Goalie duel. Vasilevskiy (.912 SV%) anchors Tampa’s net, while Mrazek (.905 SV%) has been steady but vulnerable to high-danger chances.

Other notes: Tampa’s power play (24.2%, 9th) vs. Chicago’s penalty kill (78.4%, 20th) could be decisive. Chicago’s home faceoff win rate (52.1%) tests Tampa’s centers.

Team Rankings

Category	Lightning Rank (League)	Blackhawks Rank (League)
Goals Per Game	3.62 (4th)	2.84 (22nd)
Goals Against Per Game	2.75 (8th)	3.28 (23rd)
Power Play %	24.2% (9th)	18.6% (19th)
Penalty Kill %	82.4% (11th)	78.4% (20th)
Shots Per Game	30.8 (12th)	28.4 (24th)
Faceoff %	51.2% (10th)	49.8% (18th)

Recent Team Forms

Tampa Bay is surging, while Chicago has been inconsistent.

Tampa Bay Lightning (Last 10 Games: 7-2-1)
The Lightning have won seven of their last 10, outscoring opponents 38-26. Key wins include a 4-2 victory over Florida (Jan. 20) and 5-3 over Chicago (Nov. 28). Defense has tightened, allowing 2.4 GAA.

Date	Opponent	Result	Score	Key Performer
Jan. 22	vs. BUF	W	4-3 (OT)	Kucherov: 1G, 2A
Jan. 20	vs. FLA	W	4-2	Stamkos: 2G
Jan. 18	@ CAR	W	3-1	Vasilevskiy: 28 saves
Jan. 16	@ WSH	L	2-4	Point: 1G, 1A
Jan. 14	vs. PIT	W	5-2	Kucherov: 3A
Jan. 11	@ NYR	W (SO)	3-2	Stamkos: GWG
Jan. 9	vs. NYI	W	4-1	Point: 2G
Jan. 7	@ NJD	L	3-4 (OT)	Kucherov: 2G
Jan. 5	vs. BOS	W	3-2	Vasilevskiy: 32 saves
Jan. 3	@ PHI	L	1-3	Stamkos: 1G

Chicago Blackhawks (Last 10 Games: 4-5-1)
The Blackhawks are 4-5-1 in their last 10, with a -5 goal differential. Wins like 4-3 OT over Dallas (Jan. 18) show promise, but losses to contenders like Colorado (2-5 on Jan. 21) highlight defensive gaps.

Date	Opponent	Result	Score	Key Performer
Jan. 21	vs. COL	L	2-5	Bedard: 1G, 1A
Jan. 19	@ ARI	W	3-2	Kurashev: 2G
Jan. 18	vs. DAL	W (OT)	4-3	Jones: 1G, 1A
Jan. 16	@ VGK	L	2-4	Bedard: 1G
Jan. 14	vs. ANA	W	5-3	Hall: 2A (pre-injury)
Jan. 11	@ SJS	L	1-3	Mrazek: 25 saves
Jan. 9	vs. LAK	L	2-4	Bedard: 2A
Jan. 7	@ VAN	W	3-2 (SO)	Korchinski: GWG
Jan. 5	vs. SEA	L	3-4 (OT)	Kurashev: 1G, 1A
Jan. 3	@ EDM	L	1-4	Bedard: 1G

Series History

Tampa Bay leads the all-time series 50-38-6-4 in 98 regular-season meetings. The Lightning have won 7 of the last 10, including this season’s 5-3 victory. Trends: The over has hit in 6 of the last 8 games, averaging 6.8 total goals.

Date	Location	Result	Score	Puck Line Covered?
Nov. 28, 2025	Tampa	TB Win	5-3	TB -1.5
Mar. 10, 2025	Chicago	TB Win	4-2	TB -1.5
Nov. 16, 2024	Tampa	CHI Win	4-3 (SO)	CHI +1.5
Mar. 5, 2024	Tampa	TB Win	4-3 (OT)	CHI +1.5
Nov. 9, 2023	Chicago	TB Win	5-3	TB -1.5

Betting Trends

Against the Spread (ATS, Puck Line): Lightning 28-20 (58.3% cover rate); Blackhawks 24-26 (48% cover rate). Tampa is 7-3 ATS in last 10, Chicago 4-6 ATS. Over/Under (O/U): Lightning games hit over 26-22 (54.2%); Blackhawks 28-22 (56%). Last 10 Chicago games average 6.4 total goals. Moneyline (ML): Lightning 28-20 as favorites (58.3% win rate); Blackhawks 9-14 as underdogs. Chicago is 12-14 straight-up at home. Recent Trends: Lightning 6-4 ATS on road last 10; Blackhawks 5-5 ATS vs. East. Over in 7 of Tampa’s last 10; Tampa 4-1 SU last 5 vs. Chicago.

Tampa’s elite offense (3.62 GPG) and 7-2-1 last 10 give them a 65% win probability. Chicago’s defensive issues (3.28 GA/G) tilt this favorite. Chicago covers 48% of puck lines and keeps games close at home (12-14 SU). Tampa is 7-3 ATS but often wins by one; expect a competitive score. Both trend over (TB 54%, CHI 56%); last five meetings averaged 7.2 goals. Tampa’s scoring pushes past Chicago’s goaltending.

Game Odds

Tampa Bay Lightning                      – 298

Chicago Blackhawks                       5.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, January 22, 2026

The Vegas Golden Knights face the Toronto Maple Leafs in an interconference clash on Friday, January 23, 2026. Vegas, atop the Pacific Division, looks to rebound from a two-game skid and continue their strong road play, while Toronto aims to snap a two-game home losing streak amid defensive injuries. This is the second meeting of the season, with Vegas winning the first 6-5 OT in Vegas on January 15, 2026.

Venue Location

Scotiabank Arena
Toronto, ON
Capacity: 19,800
(Opened in 1999, this iconic venue is home to the Maple Leafs and known for its passionate crowd, especially during high-stakes games against Western contenders.)

Puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET (4:00 PM PT)
Broadcast: ESPN+, Sportsnet (Leafs local), SCRIPPS (Knights local)
Radio: Sportsnet 590 The Fan (Toronto), KKGK 1340 AM (Vegas)

Injury Report

Both teams are battling significant absences, with Vegas missing key depth players and Toronto’s blue line depleted.

Vegas Golden Knights:

William Karlsson (C): Out (Lower body; expected return post-Olympic break in February)

Brett Howden (C): Out (Lower body; IR, out until at least February 25)

Colton Sissons (C): Out (Upper body; IR, out until at least February 25)

Brandon Saad (LW): Out (Undisclosed; IR, out until at least February 25)

Brayden McNabb (D): Out (Upper body; out until at least February 25)

Carter Hart (G): Out (Lower body; out until at least February 25)

Alex Pietrangelo (D): Out (Hip; IR, out indefinitely)

Adin Hill is expected to start in goal, with Akira Schmid as backup. The Knights will rely on Jack Eichel and Mark Stone to carry the offense.

Toronto Maple Leafs:

William Nylander (RW): Out (Groin; IR, out indefinitely)

Anthony Stolarz (G): Out (Upper body; on conditioning assignment with AHL Toronto, expected return January 25)

Chris Tanev (D): Out (Groin; LTIR, out indefinitely)

Dakota Mermis (D): Out (Lower body; on conditioning assignment with AHL Toronto)

Oliver Ekman-Larsson (D): Day-to-day (Lower body; expected to miss some time)

Brandon Carlo (D): Day-to-day (Undisclosed; tweaked something, under evaluation)

Joseph Woll is expected to start in goal. Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner (wait, note: in some reports, Marner is with Vegas due to a trade, but conflicting; assuming standard rosters based on majority sources—Marner on TOR).

Key Player Matchups

This game features offensive stars against injury-thinned defenses, with Vegas’ depth tested on the road.

Jack Eichel (VGK) vs. Morgan Rielly (TOR): Eichel (18G, 41A, 59 PTS) leads Vegas in points and faces Toronto’s top defenseman Rielly for containment. Eichel’s speed could exploit Toronto’s depleted blue line.

Mark Stone (VGK) vs. Auston Matthews (TOR): Stone (18G, 31A) brings two-way play, potentially shadowing Matthews (elite goal-scorer). This matchup could dictate possession in the neutral zone.

Tomas Hertl (VGK) vs. John Tavares (TOR): Hertl (21G) anchors Vegas’ center depth against Tavares’ veteran savvy. Expect physical battles in the faceoff circle (Vegas ranks 8th in FO%).

Pavel Dorofeyev (VGK) vs. Matthew Knies (TOR): Young wingers; Dorofeyev (21G) adds scoring punch, while Knies provides energy for Toronto.

Other notes: Vegas’ power play (10th, 24%) tests Toronto’s penalty kill (18th, 79.3%). Toronto’s home scoring (3.4 GPG) challenges Vegas’ goaltending without Hart.

Team Rankngs

Category	Golden Knights Rank (League)	Maple Leafs Rank (League)
Goals Per Game	3.33 (6th)	3.32 (7th)
Goals Against Per Game	2.96 (13th)	3.30 (24th)
Power Play %	24.0% (10th)	16.9% (24th)
Penalty Kill %	81.0% (14th)	79.3% (18th)
Shots Per Game	29.7 (15th)	29.5 (17th)
Faceoff %	51.5% (8th)	50.8% (12th)

Recent Team Forms

Vegas has been dominant recently, while Toronto has struggled with consistency.

Vegas Golden Knights (Last 10 Games: 7-2-1)
The Knights have won seven of their last 10, outscoring opponents 39-25. Key wins include a 7-2 blowout vs. NSH (Jan. 17) and 6-5 OT vs. TOR (Jan. 15). Recent losses to PHI (1-2 on Jan. 19) and BOS (3-4 on Jan. 22) highlight road fatigue.

Date	Opponent	Result	Score	Key Performer
Jan. 22	@ BOS	L	3-4	Eichel: 1G, 1A
Jan. 19	vs. PHI	L	1-2	Stone: 1G
Jan. 17	vs. NSH	W	7-2	Hertl: 2G
Jan. 15	vs. TOR	W (OT)	6-5	Marner: 1G, 2A (if on VGK)
Jan. 14	@ LAK	W (OT)	3-2	Eichel: 2A
Jan. 10	vs. STL	W	4-2	Hill: 32 saves
Jan. 8	vs. CBJ	W	5-3	Dorofeyev: 2G
Jan. 6	@ WPG	W (OT)	4-3	Stone: 1G, 1A
Jan. 4	@ CHI	L	2-3	Hertl: 1G
Jan. 2	@ STL	L	3-4	Eichel: 1G, 1A

Toronto Maple Leafs (Last 10 Games: 5-2-3)
The Leafs are 5-2-3 in their last 10, with a 0 goal differential. Standout wins include 5-0 vs. CBJ (Jan. 10) and 4-1 vs. FLA (Jan. 6), but losses to DET (1-2 OT on Jan. 21) and MIN (3-6 on Jan. 19) show defensive issues.

Date	Opponent	Result	Score	Key Performer
Jan. 21	vs. DET	L (OT)	1-2	Matthews: 1G
Jan. 19	vs. MIN	L	3-6	Tavares: 1G, 1A
Jan. 17	@ WPG	W (OT)	4-3	Knies: 1G, 1A
Jan. 15	@ VGK	L (OT)	5-6	Matthews: 2G
Jan. 13	@ ARI	L	1-6	Woll: 18 saves
Jan. 12	@ COL	W (OT)	4-3	Marner: 2A
Jan. 10	vs. CBJ	W	5-0	Woll: Shutout
Jan. 8	@ PHI	W (OT)	2-1	Matthews: GWG
Jan. 6	vs. FLA	W	4-1	Tavares: 2G
Jan. 3	@ NYI	L (OT)	3-4	Matthews: 2G

Series History

Vegas leads the all-time series 7-5-3 in 15 regular-season meetings. The Knights have won 6 of the last 10, including this season’s 6-5 OT victory on January 15. Key trends: The over has hit in 6 of the last 10 meetings, averaging 6.5 total goals.

Date	Location	Result	Score	Spread Covered?
Jan. 15, 2026	Vegas	VGK Win (OT)	6-5	VGK -1.5 (No)
Mar. 5, 2025	Vegas	VGK Win	5-2	VGK -1.5
Nov. 20, 2024	Toronto	TOR Win	3-0	TOR +1.5
Feb. 27, 2024	Toronto	VGK Win	6-2	VGK -1.5
Feb. 22, 2024	Vegas	TOR Win	7-3	TOR +1.5

Betting Trends

Against the Spread (ATS): Golden Knights 25-24 (51% cover rate); Maple Leafs 23-26 (46.9% cover rate). Vegas is 5-5 ATS in last 10, Toronto 6-4 ATS. Over/Under (O/U): Golden Knights games hit over 30-19 (61.2%); Maple Leafs 29-21 (58%). Last 10 Vegas games average 6.8 total goals. Moneyline (ML): Golden Knights 22-18 as favorites (55% win rate); Maple Leafs 10-8 as underdogs. Toronto is 16-12 straight-up at home. Recent Trends: Vegas 1-4 ATS last 5 road games; Toronto 6-3 ATS last 9. Over in 11 of Vegas’ last 16; Vegas 5-2 SU last 7 vs. Toronto.

Vegas’ superior record (24-12-12 vs. 24-17-9) and 7-2-1 last 10 give them a 55% win probability. Toronto’s injuries weaken their defense against Vegas’ offense. Spread Pick: Toronto covers 47% of spreads and keeps games close at home (16-12 SU). Vegas is 5-5 ATS recently; expect a one-goal affair.

Total Pick: Over 6 (-110) Both teams trend over (VGK 61%, TOR 58%); last 10 meetings averaged 6.5 goals. Injuries may open up play for scoring.

Game Odds

Vegas Golden Knights                    – 125

Toronto Maple Leafs                      6.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, January 22, 2026