🏒 NHL Team Total Goals Predictions (O/U)
Today's predictions for Monday, October 20, 2025
📊 All Team Total Predictions
| Matchup | Game Time | Our Prediction | DraftKings O/U | Recommendation | Edge | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota @ New York | 11:00 PM ET | 6.2 | 5.5 | OVER | +0.7 | 70% |
| Seattle @ Philadelphia | 11:00 PM ET | 6.0 | 5.5 | OVER | +0.5 | 67% |
| Buffalo @ Montréal | 11:30 PM ET | 6.5 | N/A | - | - | 65% |
📊 Model Information
Prediction Factors
- Team Offense: Goals per game (season and L10)
- Team Defense: Goals against per game
- Recent Form: Last 10 games weighted more heavily
- Home/Away: Home ice advantage factored in
- Head-to-Head: Historical matchup data
- Special Teams: Power play and penalty kill efficiency
- Goalie Stats: Expected starter save percentage
- Pace of Play: Combined shots and possessions
Model Accuracy
- 63.2% O/U accuracy on recent games (what matters for betting)
- 35% hit rate within ±1 goal (exact score predictions)
- Based on 2025-26 season data with 104 games analyzed
- Higher confidence picks (75%+) show better accuracy
Betting Tips
- Focus on HIGH CONFIDENCE picks (75%+ confidence)
- O/U betting is more reliable than exact score predictions
- Consider external factors: injuries, back-to-backs, travel
- Wait for confirmed starting goalies before betting