Match Analysis: Syracuse Crunch vs Bridgeport Islanders – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-22
- Time: 12:00 AM UTC
- Location: Upstate Medical University Arena, Syracuse, NY
Game Overview
The Syracuse Crunch host the Bridgeport Islanders in an AHL matchup at Upstate Medical University Arena. Both teams have a competitive history, with recent encounters showing balanced contests. Syracuse enters as the home favorite, reflecting their stronger form and home advantage.
Key Factors to Consider
- Syracuse Crunch have shown solid form at home this season, standing with a strong winning record and solid defense. Bridgeport Islanders have been competitive but struggle slightly on the road against higher-ranked opponents. Recent form favors Syracuse with better point accumulation.
- The teams have a relatively balanced historical matchup, but Syracuse holds a slight edge at home. Their last meetings have shown close games with minor goal differentials. Previous encounters this season include a Syracuse home win and an away loss, indicating competitive but closely matched play.
- No significant injuries reported for either side affecting key players, ensuring both teams likely will field their standard lineups.
- No adverse weather or travel disruptions are reported. The game is played in favorable conditions at Syracuseβs home venue.
- Syracuse Crunch are motivated to leverage home advantage for a valuable league win to maintain strong playoff positioning. Bridgeport Islanders aim to challenge on the road to improve their standings and disrupt Syracuseβs momentum.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Bridgeport Islanders: 185, Syracuse Crunch: -250 | Syracuse Crunch | β β β β β 75% |
| Spread | Bridgeport Islanders: 1.5 -135, Syracuse Crunch: -1.5 105 | Syracuse Crunch -1.5 | β β β ββ 65% |
| Over/under | Over 5.5: -120, Under 5.5: -110 | Under 5.5 | β β β ββ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Syracuse Crunch -0% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 5.5 5% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 5.5 at 5% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 5.5% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Syracuse Crunch are favored to win this tightly contested match, leveraging home ice advantage and superior recent form. Expect a closely fought struggle with Syracuse edging Bridgeport.
Predicted Score: Syracuse Crunch 3 – 1 Bridgeport Islanders