Utica Comets vs Rochester Americans predictions, Jan 17, 2026

Jan 17, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Utica

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In a highly anticipated AHL matchup, the Utica Comets will face off against the Rochester Americans on January 17, 2026, at the Comets’ home arena. Both teams have shown strong performances recently, with each winning three of their last five matches.

The Utica Comets have been displaying solid form as of late, with their strong offensive playmaking and defensive stability proving to be key factors in their recent victories. On the other hand, the Rochester Americans have also been on a good run, showcasing their resilience and tactical discipline on the ice.

With bookmakers offering odds of 3.01 for a home win and 1.94 for an away win, the match is expected to be closely contested. Our model predicts a 31.4% chance of a home win, 24.9% chance of a draw, and a 44.2% chance of an away win, with a predicted final score of 2:3 in favor of the Rochester Americans.

Both teams have what it takes to come out on top in this matchup, making it a must-watch game for hockey fans.

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Utica
29.9%		 Draw
23.7%		 Rochester
46.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:3

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
MarathonBet 3.08 3.75 1.93
WilliamHill 3 3.8 1.95
Best for US Customers 2.95 3.85 1.95

Latest Results

16.01.26 Syracuse Crunch – Utica Comets – 5:2
10.01.26 Bridgeport Islanders – Utica Comets – 4:2
09.01.26 Utica Comets – Syracuse Crunch – 3:0
07.01.26 Utica Comets – Springfield Thunderbirds – 5:1
03.01.26 Laval Rocket – Utica Comets – 3:4		 16.01.26 Belleville Senators – Rochester Americans – 5:4 OT
14.01.26 Rochester Americans – Syracuse Crunch – 3:0
11.01.26 Belleville Senators – Rochester Americans – 5:6 OT
09.01.26 Rochester Americans – Laval Rocket – 2:3
07.01.26 Syracuse Crunch – Rochester Americans – 2:3

Facts

  • A mid-table team and an outsider will play in this match (ranked 7 and 3 in the zone Promotion ~ AHL (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Utica won 2.
  • The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.
  • Rochester may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Rochester will hold a modest advantage in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Utica won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 15 matches, and goals 56:79. (average 2.8:4).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Utica won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 21:38. (average 2.3:4.2).

    Latest Head To Head

    17.12.25 Rochester Americans – Utica Comets – 2:3
    03.12.25 Rochester Americans – Utica Comets – 3:4 OT
    22.11.25 Utica Comets – Rochester Americans – 3:4
    17.10.25 Utica Comets – Rochester Americans – 4:7
    23.03.25 Rochester Americans – Utica Comets – 4:3

    Standings

    2025/26

    Atlantic Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 38 21 3 3 11 122:98 51
    2 Providence Bruins 34 20 5 1 8 110:73 51
    3 Charlotte Checkers 35 18 3 2 12 114:96 44
    4 Lehigh Valley Phantoms 36 12 7 4 13 101:99 42
    5 Hershey Bears 34 14 3 3 14 94:97 37
    6 Hartford Wolf Pack 36 12 2 5 17 98:119 33
    7 Bridgeport Islanders 35 12 3 3 17 105:114 33
    8 Springfield Thunderbirds 36 12 1 6 17 97:132 32

    Central Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Grand Rapids Griffins 35 24 5 3 3 129:66 61
    2 Chicago Wolves 33 13 3 8 9 94:92 40
    3 Manitoba Moose 34 15 2 3 14 91:104 37
    4 Milwaukee Admirals 33 10 6 3 14 100:97 35
    5 Rockford IceHogs 38 11 4 4 19 108:122 34
    6 Texas Stars 37 10 5 4 18 97:118 34
    7 Iowa Wild 36 7 3 4 22 74:115 24

    Pacific Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Ontario Reign 37 17 7 2 11 125:103 50
    2 Colorado Eagles 34 17 5 4 8 116:84 48
    3 Bakersfield Condors 35 15 4 6 10 126:116 44
    4 San Jose Barracuda 34 13 7 3 11 107:108 43
    5 Coachella Valley Firebirds 35 12 7 4 12 123:119 42
    6 Calgary Wranglers 38 9 6 9 14 104:129 39
    7 San Diego Gulls 34 11 4 8 11 102:96 38
    8 Henderson Silver Knights 33 14 2 5 12 109:99 37
    9 Tucson Roadrunners 33 9 7 5 12 108:105 37
    10 Abbotsford Canucks 37 7 5 6 19 82:131 30

    North Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Laval Rocket 36 18 4 2 12 117:95 46
    2 Syracuse Crunch 37 19 1 3 14 119:97 43
    3 Rochester Americans 36 14 5 5 12 123:114 43
    4 Toronto Marlies 37 13 6 3 15 115:125 41
    5 Cleveland Monsters 34 10 7 5 12 90:91 39
    6 Belleville Senators 40 12 4 6 18 131:147 38
    7 Utica Comets 34 8 2 6 18 80:110 26

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