Bridgeport Islanders vs Springfield Thunderbirds predictions, Jan 17, 2026

Jan 17, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Bridgeport Islanders

Springfield Thunderbirds

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In an exciting AHL matchup on January 17, 2026, the Bridgeport Islanders will go head-to-head with the Springfield Thunderbirds at the Islanders’ home ice. Both teams have been putting in solid performances recently, with the Islanders winning 2 out of their last 5 matches and the Thunderbirds securing 1 victory in the same period.

The Islanders will be looking to continue their winning streak at home, where they have the advantage of familiar surroundings and home support. With bookmakers giving them slightly better odds at 2.21, they will be aiming to capitalize on their recent form and secure another important victory.

However, the Thunderbirds cannot be underestimated, as they have shown resilience and determination in their recent matches. With odds of 2.67 for an away win, they will be looking to upset the Islanders on their home turf and showcase their own strengths.

Overall, this promises to be a tightly contested match with both teams having the potential to come out on top. Fans can expect an exciting and competitive game between these two evenly matched teams.

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Bridgeport
42%		 Draw
23.3%		 Springfield
34.8%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
Pinnacle 2.21 3.99 2.67

Latest Results

16.01.26 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Bridgeport Islanders – 1:3
11.01.26 Bridgeport Islanders – Hartford Wolf Pack – 5:1
10.01.26 Bridgeport Islanders – Utica Comets – 4:2
09.01.26 Providence Bruins – Bridgeport Islanders – 4:1
03.01.26 Bridgeport Islanders – Hartford Wolf Pack – 1:4		 14.01.26 Charlotte Checkers – Springfield Thunderbirds – 8:2
13.01.26 Charlotte Checkers – Springfield Thunderbirds – 8:2
10.01.26 Springfield Thunderbirds – Lehigh Valley Phantoms – 2:3
09.01.26 Springfield Thunderbirds – Hartford Wolf Pack – 7:4
07.01.26 Utica Comets – Springfield Thunderbirds – 5:1

Facts

  • In this match, only outsiders will meet (ranked 7 and 8).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Bridgeport won 2.
  • In recent matches, Bridgeport has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Springfield is currently in poor form (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Bridgeport may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.
  • We predict that Bridgeport will win today’s game, with odds of 2.21.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Bridgeport won 11 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 72:64. (average 3.6:3.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Bridgeport won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 28:30. (average 3.1:3.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    02.01.26 Springfield Thunderbirds – Bridgeport Islanders – 4:2
    28.12.25 Springfield Thunderbirds – Bridgeport Islanders – 4:3 OT
    29.11.25 Springfield Thunderbirds – Bridgeport Islanders – 2:3 penalties
    28.11.25 Bridgeport Islanders – Springfield Thunderbirds – 3:6
    08.11.25 Bridgeport Islanders – Springfield Thunderbirds – 6:1

    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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