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Florida Panthers vs. Utah Hockey Club: Preview, Predictions and Picks for January 8, 2025

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Jan 8, 2025 7:10 AM
On Wednesday, January 8, 2025, the Florida Panthers, currently sitting at 24-15-2 with 50 points, will face off against the Utah Hockey Club, who hold a 17-15-7 record with 41 points, at the Delta Center. The Panthers will look to build on their solid 12-7-1 road record, while the Utah Hockey Club aims to improve their 5-7-4 home record. Puck drop is set for 10:00 PM.
Florida Panthers vs Utah Hockey Club

Current Odds

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Panthers vs Hockey Club statistics

Stat Panthers Hockey Club
Goals For per Game 3.24 2.90
Goals Against Average 3.10 2.97
Shots per Game 30.5 27.4
Shots Against per Game 27.5 28.8
Power Play Goals 31 24
Power Play Goals Against 23 26
Short Handed Goals 10 2
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 428 416
Power Play Percentage 25.0 22.2
Penalty Kill Percentage 80.8 80.7

Utah Hockey Club recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
1/4/25 @ Dallas Stars L 3-2 OT
1/2/25 @ Calgary Flames W 5-3
12/31/24 @ Edmonton Oilers L 4-1
12/30/24 @ Seattle Kraken L 5-2
12/27/24 vs Colorado Avalanche L 4-1

Florida Panthers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
1/6/25 @ Colorado Avalanche L 3-1
1/3/25 vs Pittsburgh Penguins W 3-2 SO
1/2/25 vs Carolina Hurricanes L 3-1
12/30/24 vs New York Rangers W 5-3
12/28/24 vs Montreal Canadiens L 4-0

Utah Hockey Club injuries

  • Robert Bortuzzo (D): Injured Reserve
  • Matias Maccelli (LW): Day-To-Day
  • Clayton Keller (RW): Day-To-Day
  • Maveric Lamoureux (D): Injured Reserve
  • Connor Ingram (G): Injured Reserve

Florida Panthers injuries

  • Jonah Gadjovich (LW): Day-To-Day
  • Niko Mikkola (D): Day-To-Day
  • Aaron Ekblad (D): Day-To-Day
  • Matthew Tkachuk (LW): Day-To-Day
  • Jesper Boqvist (C): Day-To-Day

Panthers vs Hockey Club game info

Type Info
Venue Delta Center
Location Salt Lake City, UT
Puck drop Wed 10:00 PM
TV TNT

Panthers vs Hockey Club predictions

The Florida Panthers have been a force to reckon with this season, not least due to their star player Sam Reinhart. With an impressive tally of 22 goals and 24 assists, Reinhart seems to be hitting his stride right at the perfect time. So, what can we expect from him in this upcoming clash against the Utah Hockey Club? Given the Panthers' strong road record, Reinhart is likely to dominate the ice once again. His synergy with the team and eye for goal could make him the difference-maker in this match. Imagine him setting up those crucial plays and maybe even netting a couple himself. For the Panthers, Reinhart isn't just a player to watch—he's the playmaker who could carve the path to victory.

Transitioning over to the Utah Hockey Club, the spotlight falls on Dylan Guenther and Clayton Keller. Guenther has shown an admirable knack for finding the back of the net, having already scored 16 goals. His goal-scoring ability pairs well with Keller's talent in creating opportunities. However, there's a slight hitch in the Utah lineup with Keller currently dealing with an injury, listed as day-to-day. Picture the dynamics at play here: a team reliant on Keller's playmaking skills might need to shift strategies if he's not up to full speed. Yet, don’t count them out. Utah's players have undoubtedly stepped up in challenging situations before, and Guenther could rise to the occasion, taking on more responsibility and stepping into a leadership role.

With all this in mind, which team is likely to emerge victorious? It’s not an easy call. The Panthers have the stats, the powerhouse players like Reinhart, and the winning momentum. That said, the Utah Hockey Club isn’t just there to make up the numbers. They have home advantage and a roster filled with potential to unlock. If Keller's health tilts in Utah's favor, and Guenther can capitalize on every opportunity, we might be in for a tighter competition than expected. However, considering the current form and players' readiness, my money’s on the Panthers clinching this one, although I'm sure it'll be a fight full of surprises on the ice.

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