March 26, 2025 at 10:05 PM EDT
We have a 4-game slate in the NHL today, and here you can get the NHL Picks for Wednesday, 3/26/2025.
Devils vs Blackhawks Prediction 3/26/25 NHL Picks
Devils at Blackhawks at 7:30 PM ET
This season, the New Jersey Devils have a record of 37-28-7 after suffering a shootout loss to Vancouver, ending the game at 4-3. The Devils were in the lead at 3-2 during the third period but allowed the tying goal with roughly 36 seconds left in regulation, leading to their defeat in the shootout. In terms of statistics, New Jersey was outshot 28-25, won 44.4% of face-offs, and successfully converted 1 of 2 power-play chances. Haula and Meier, who scored twice, contributed to the team’s goals, while Markstrom recorded 25 saves out of 28 shots.
The Chicago Blackhawks have achieved a record of 21-41-9 this season, following their latest win against Philadelphia, which ended in a 7-4 scoreline. After initially trailing 3-2 in the first period, the Blackhawks surged ahead by scoring five of the last six goals. In this encounter, Chicago managed 29 shots on goal, won 41.8% of face-offs, and converted 2 out of 4 power play opportunities. The scoring was led by Bedard, Bertuzzi, Donato (2), Maroon, Reichel, and Veleno, while Knight successfully stopped 25 of the 29 shots he faced.
The Pick:
Despite New Jersey’s recent struggles, having lost three consecutive games and four out of their last five, they have shown strength in away games this season. In this particular matchup, New Jersey stands out as the stronger team, having already defeated Chicago 4-1 in December. Although the Devils are currently allowing a concerning number of goals, I cannot endorse a Chicago team that has difficulty in scoring. I suggest placing a bet on New Jersey -1.5.
Vancouver Canucks vs New York Islanders Prediction 3/26/25 NHL Picks
Canucks at Islanders at 7:30 PM ET
The Vancouver Canucks approach this game after securing a 4-3 shootout victory against the New Jersey Devils, resulting in a season record of 33-26-12. Quinn Hughes stands out with a team-leading 67 points, which includes 16 goals and 51 assists. Brock Boeser follows with 44 points, featuring 23 goals and 21 assists, while Conor Garland has recorded 42 points, consisting of 18 goals and 24 assists. In net, Kevin Lankinen has a record of 24-14-8, with a GAA of 2.59 and a save percentage of .901. Arturs Silovs has a record of 2-6-1, with a GAA of 3.65 and a save percentage of .861. Furthermore, Thatcher Demko has a record of 7-6-3 this season, with a GAA of 2.87 and a save percentage of .890.
The New York Islanders enter this matchup following a narrow 4-3 defeat in a shootout against the Columbus Blue Jackets, bringing their season record to 32-28-10. Anders Lee leads the team with 48 points, comprising 26 goals and 22 assists. Kyle Palmieri closely follows with 45 points, which include 22 goals and 23 assists. Bo Horvat has accumulated 49 points, featuring 24 goals and 25 assists. In goal, Ilya Sorokin holds a record of 27-20-6, with a GAA of 2.72 and a save percentage of .907. Semyon Varlamov has a record of 3-4-3, with a GAA of 2.89 and a save percentage of .889 this season. Additionally, Marcus Hogberg has recorded a 2-3-1 record, boasting a GAA of 1.99 and a save percentage of .930.
The Pick:
Each of these teams requires a win to stay in contention for their Wild Card spots, as they are positioned just outside the playoff picture in the East and West. Nevertheless, Vancouver has shown a stronger performance on the road, and the away team has frequently emerged victorious in their latest matchups. I anticipate that Vancouver will manage to win on the road, so I suggest placing your bet on the Canucks at the more favorable odds.
Boston Bruins vs Anaheim Ducks Prediction 3/26/25 NHL Picks
Bruins at Ducks at 10 PM ET
The Boston Bruins have suffered losses to the Sharks and the Kings. They are currently averaging 2.64 goals per game and achieving a scoring rate of 14.6 percent on power plays. Leading the team, David Pastrnak has netted 34 goals, while Pavel Zacha has provided 29 assists, and Elias Lindholm has taken 130 shots on goal. Defensively, the Bruins allow 3.26 goals per game and manage to kill off 76.4 percent of their opponents’ power play opportunities. Jeremy Swayman has given up 155 goals on 1,440 shots, and Joonas Korpisalo has surrendered 62 goals on 596 shots.
The Anaheim Ducks suffered a loss against the Hurricanes but managed to defeat the Predators. They are currently averaging 2.64 goals per game and converting 12.6 percent of their power-play opportunities. Frank Vatrano is the top scorer for Anaheim with 20 goals, while Troy Terry has provided 32 assists, and Cutter Gauthier has recorded 150 shots on goal. On the defensive front, the Ducks are allowing an average of 3.13 goals per game and successfully killing 72.5 percent of their opponents’ power plays. John Gibson has conceded 67 goals from 760 shots faced, and Lukas Dostal has allowed 127 goals from 1,367 shots.
The Pick:
This season, the Bruins have faced considerable challenges in away games, with 21 of their 33 losses occurring on the road. A month prior, the Ducks triumphed over the Bruins in overtime as significant underdogs. While the Ducks are not often favored, they have won five out of their last eight games when they are. I suggest seizing the opportunity to bet on the Ducks at a low price this Wednesday night.
Dallas Stars vs Edmonton Oilers Prediction 3/26/25 NHL Picks
Stars at Oilers at 10 PM ET
The Dallas Stars have recently completed a four-game homestand, achieving three victories and suffering one defeat. They triumphed over the Ducks, Flyers, and Wild, with their sole loss occurring against the Lightning. Notably, three of these four matches extended into overtime. The Stars are now set to commence a four-game road trip, starting with a matchup in Edmonton. Currently, they hold the second position in the Central Division standings, boasting 94 points, which places them eight points behind the leading Jets. This season, the Stars average 3.36 goals per game, ranking fifth, while they permit 2.57 goals per game, placing them fourth in that category.
The Edmonton Oilers have come back home after a four-game road trip that saw them lose to the Sabres and Devils but win against the Islanders and Rangers. Back on their home ice, they secured a victory over the Hockey Club, fell to the Jets in overtime, and narrowly defeated the Kraken with a score of 5-4. Presently, the Oilers are positioned 3rd in the Pacific Division standings with 87 points, trailing the Kings by two points and the Golden Knights by seven. The team averages 3.27 goals per game, ranking 7th in the league, while allowing 2.89 goals per game, which places them 14th.
The Pick:
In their last four home games, the Oilers have netted over five goals in three instances, but they will encounter difficulties in scoring on Wednesday. The absence of both McDavid and Draisaitl will severely limit their offensive options. Under normal circumstances, with both players healthy, I would favor the Over, but in this scenario, I foresee a low-scoring match. Thus, I suggest opting for the Under.