The NHL season is well underway and here are some of the top match ups for Thursday, October 18. Note that all information is for games played through Monday, October 15.

Philadelphia Flyers versus Columbus Blue Jackets

The Flyers enter near by bottom of the Metropolitan division, while the Blue Jackets are third. The teams split the four meetings between the teams last season. Columbus holds a +25 to +14 advantage on the Power Ranking Indicator and “burning hot” versus “average” status on the Team Strength Oscillator.  Both teams have scored 16 goals in their first five and the Flyers  ... 

As we delve into another NHL season, take a look at some of the better match ups for Thursday, October 11. Note that all information is for games played through October 8.

Edmonton Oilers versus Boston Bruins

Edmonton has lost their only game while the Bruins are 2-1, winners of their last two. The Oilers, however, hold a +18 to +8 advantage on the Power Ranking Indicator and “burning hot” versus “ice cold up”.  Having the Bruins’ number, the Oilers won three of the four meetings last season. It’s too early to tell which team will be the strongest long  ... 

The Stanley Cup Finals have arrived and there is history in the making. Can the Vegas Golden Knights take home the Stanley Cup in their first season? The Washington Capitals stand in their way. So what can we expect from this series? The fearless prediction is below.

Vegas Golden Knights versus Washington Capitals

Washington enters coming off a win over the Tampa Bay Lightning in seven games in the Eastern Conference Finals. The Capitals are 12-7 in the post season. They are +24 on the Power Ranking Indicator and “average down” status on the Team Strength Oscillator. Vegas got past  ... 

The NHL post season is down to the final four teams. So who will come out on top in the Western Conference Finals? Check out the prediction below.

Winnipeg Jets versus Vegas Golden Knights

Winnipeg enters the Western Conference Finals after a hard fought seven-game series against the Nashville Predators. Vegas continues their remarkable run, disposing of the San Jose Sharks in six games. The Golden Knights holds a +28 to +27 edge on the Power Ranking Indicator. Neither team is fairing exceptionally well on the Team Strength Oscillator with Vegas at “average up” and Winnipeg at “average down”. Winnipeg  ... 

The NHL is down to the final four. The match up for the Eastern Conference Finals is Washington versus Tampa Bay. Who has the upper hand?

Washington Capitals versus Tampa Bay Lightning

The Capitals enter the conference finals having taken down the Pittsburgh Penguins in six. The Lightning disposed of the Boston Bruins in five on their way to this match up. Tampa Bay is +30 on the Power Ranking Indicator, tops in the NHL. The Capitals are not far behind at +26. On the Team Strength Oscillator, the Lightning are “burning hot” while the Capitals are only “average up”.  ... 

With the first round of the NHL Playoffs in there books, here’s what’s in store for round 2.  Who has what it takes to make the conference finals?

Pittsburgh Penguins versus Washington Capitals

The Penguins entering defeating Philadelphia in six, while the Capitals took care of Columbus, also in six. Washington holds a +25 to +20 edge on the Power Ranking Indicator and “burning hot” versus “average” on the Team Strength Oscillator. The teams split the four meetings this season. Pittsburgh is tied for fifth in Team Volatility and likely the underdog in all meetings on the road bodes well  ... 

The NHL regular season is complete. Here’s your guide for the first round match ups, set to begin this week.

Minnesota Wild versus Winnipeg Jets

This match up features the second and third place finishers in the Central Division. Winnipeg won three of the last four meetings between the teams and have a +30 to +16 advantage on the Power Ranking Indicator. They are also “burning hot” on the Team Strength Oscillator, while Minnesota is “ice cold down”.  Winnipeg is tied for eighth in Team Volatility and won nine of their last ten games heading into the post season. Given  ... 

Getting down to the final games of the NHL regular season and the playoff positions are yet to be determined. With much to play for, here are the top games in store for April 5.

Note that all standings are for games played through April 2.

Carolina Hurricanes versus Philadelphia Flyers

The Flyers look to secure one of the final playoff spots in the Eastern Conference, while the Hurricanes try to play spoiler. Philadelphia holds a 2-1 lead in the season series and are +15 to +10 on the Power Ranking Indicator. Both teams are “average” on the Team Strength  ... 

Final playoff runs are being made around the NHL. Which teams will make the playoffs? See what’s in store for Friday, March 30.

Note that all standings are for games played through Monday, March 26.

Toronto Maple Leafs versus New York Islanders

Toronto is third in the Atlantic Division, while the Islanders are last in the Metropolitan Division. The Maple Leafs are +26 to +10 over the Islanders on the Power Ranking Indicator and “burning hot” versus “ice cold down” on the Team Strength Oscillator. They also have won both meetings between the teams this season. Although the Islanders at  ...