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NHL Analysis

Data-driven win probability analysis for every NHL game. See which factors impact outcomes and understand the reasoning behind the numbers.

NHL win probability is unusually sensitive to goaltending — the starting goalie accounts for roughly 15–20% of the variance in game outcomes, more than any positional player in any other sport. The model confirms goalie starts from official pregame warmups before finalizing probabilities. Beyond goaltending, Corsi and Fenwick (shot attempt differentials at 5v5) measure sustained territorial pressure better than goals, which are heavily luck-influenced in any single game. Back-to-back scheduling, travel, and power-play and penalty-kill efficiency complete the factor set. Home ice is worth approximately 55% win probability in an even matchup, with the advantage increasing in playoff scenarios.

Today's Games

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The Season Approaches

Goalie matchups. Back-to-backs. Travel fatigue. We quantify what scouts see.

Goalie performance and matchup analysis
Back-to-back game fatigue tracking

Key Factors in NHL Analysis

What our model considers for predictions

Offensive & Defensive Efficiency

Goals per 60, save percentage, and Corsi measuring team performance

Rest Days & Schedule

Teams on back-to-backs face significant disadvantages

Injury Impact

Key player availability impacts win probability

Home Field Advantage

Playing at home provides a measurable advantage

Head-to-Head History

Historical matchup results between teams