Match Analysis: Hershey Bears vs Syracuse Crunch – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-10-11
- Time: 11:00 PM UTC
- Location: Home arena of Hershey Bears
Game Overview
The AHL matchup between Hershey Bears and Syracuse Crunch features two closely matched teams with balanced recent form and a history of low-scoring encounters. Both teams have had similar win/loss records recently and tend to adopt disciplined defensive strategies against each other.
Key Factors to Consider
- Hershey Bears come off with 4 wins and 6 losses in their last 10; Syracuse Crunch also have comparable form with tight defensive displays and low average goals scored in recent matches.
- In 37 meetings, Syracuse leads narrowly with 19 wins vs Hershey's 17; recent matches show under 5.5 goals in most encounters with an average total around 4.6 goals.
- No significant injury reports impacting key players were found in recent data, but Hershey Bears may field secondary players which could influence their offensive consistency.
- Game being played at Hershey Bears' home rink offers modest home advantage; no unusual weather or travel conditions affecting teams.
- Both teams are motivated to secure early season wins; Syracuse has slight statistical edge in recent analytics but Hershey aims to upset on home ice.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Hershey Bears: -130, Syracuse Crunch: 100 | Hershey Bears | β β β ββ 64% |
Spread | Hershey Bears -1.5: 200, Syracuse Crunch +1.5: -275 | Syracuse Crunch +1.5 | β β β ββ 68% |
Over/under | Over 5.5: 120, Under 5.5: -155 | Under 5.5 | β β β β β 75% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
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Moneyline | Hershey Bears 1% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Under 5.5 18% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 5.5 at 18% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 28.6% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Moneyline: Hershey Bears to win; Spread: Syracuse Crunch +1.5; Over/Under: Under 5.5 goals
Predicted Score: 2-1