Welcome to VSiN’s NHL Betting Guide for Wednesday, January 18th, featuring odds, predictions and best bets. The guide also includes the latest news, projected starting goaltenders, and important injury updates. Whether you’re a seasoned NHL bettor or learning how to be on hockey, this guide is an essential resource for making informed bets on NHL games.
Today’s NHL Odds
Odds via DraftKings Sportsbook
- Pittsburgh Penguins (-115) at Ottawa Senators (-105)
- Boston Bruins (-195) at New York Islanders (+165)
- Colorado Avalanche (+110) at Calgary Flames (-130)
- Tampa Bay Lightning (-180) at Vancouver Canucks (+155)
- Dallas Stars (-155) at San Jose Sharks (+135)
NHL Model Predictions (Projected Home Team Win Probability)
*Subject to change based on starting goaltenders and injury news.
- Ottawa – 49.1 percent (+103)
- Islanders – 39.7 percent (+152)
- Calgary – 53.3 percent (-114)
- Vancouver – 36.4 percent (+175)
- San Jose – 46.8 percent (+143)
Best Bets
- Dallas Stars Team Total Over 3.5 (EVEN)
Dallas ranks 21st in goals (per 60) over the last month, but the Stars were the fifth-best team in expected goals and they were the third-best team on offense prior to this recent scoring slump. The Stars have scored at least four goals (nine total) in both of their previous matchups versus the Sharks, who have allowed at least four goals in 10 out of their last 13 games.