Match Analysis: Utica Comets vs Belleville Senators – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: November 14, 2025
- Time: 12:15 AM UTC
- Location: Adirondack Bank Center, Utica, NY
Game Overview
The Utica Comets host the Belleville Senators in a North Division AHL matchup. This is the second meeting between these teams this season, with the Comets having dominated their first encounter with a 3-0 shutout victory on November 7, 2025. The Comets are the home team and AHL affiliate of the New Jersey Devils, while the Senators serve as the affiliate of the Ottawa Senators. Both teams are competing in the highly competitive North Division of the American Hockey League.
Key Factors to Consider
- The Utica Comets are riding momentum from a decisive 3-0 shutout victory over Belleville just one week prior (November 7, 2025). This shutout demonstrates strong defensive play and goaltending performance. The Belleville Senators suffered that loss and fell to 3-2 following a 3-2 loss to Laval on November 9, 2025. Utica's recent form suggests dominant play at both ends of the ice.
- Utica holds a decisive advantage in the season series, having shut out Belleville 3-0 in their first meeting on November 7, 2025. This recent dominant performance indicates Utica has found tactical solutions to neutralize Belleville's offense and has established psychological momentum heading into this rematch.
- No specific injury information is available in the provided data. Both teams appear to be at full or near-full roster capacity based on the scheduling information available.
- This game takes place just one week after the first meeting, reducing preparation time and limiting tactical adjustments. Belleville is coming off a mid-week game on November 12 against Rochester Americans, while Utica's schedule information suggests recent competitive play. Home ice advantage favors Utica at the Adirondack Bank Center.
- Utica is motivated to extend their dominance in the season series and maintain home ice superiority. Belleville will be seeking revenge after the shutout loss and will aim to adjust tactically to score against Utica's effective defense and goaltending.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Belleville Senators -120 | Utica Comets -110 | Utica Comets Win | β β β ββ 68% |
| Spread | Belleville Senators -1.5 (220) | Utica Comets +1.5 (-300) | Utica Comets +1.5 | β β β ββ 65% |
| Over/under | Over 5.5 (-105) | Under 5.5 (-125) | Under 5.5 | β β β ββ 62% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Utica Comets -99% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 5.5 -99% |
β οΈ No clear +EV edge found for this game.
Predicted Outcome
Utica Comets are predicted to win this matchup. The Comets demonstrated superior performance in their recent head-to-head encounter with a shutout victory, possess home ice advantage, and appear to have developed an effective defensive scheme against Belleville's offense. While the Senators will enter motivated to adjust and compete harder, Utica's recent dominant form and tactical superiority give them the edge in this rematch.
Predicted Score: Utica Comets 3, Belleville Senators 1