Charlotte Checkers vs Bridgeport Islanders predictions, Mar 13, 2026

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Charlotte Checkers

Bridgeport Islanders

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As the Charlotte Checkers prepare to host the Bridgeport Islanders on March 13, 2026, home-ice advantage could play a crucial role in this matchup. The Checkers have shown solid form recently, securing victories in 3 of their last 5 outings, demonstrating a resilient offense that is well-positioned to capitalize on their home surroundings. In contrast, the Bridgeport Islanders have managed to win 2 of their last 5 games, but they will need to improve their consistency to challenge a potent Charlotte squad effectively.

Tactically, the Checkers are known for their aggressive forechecking and efficient power play, which could exploit any defensive lapses from the Islanders. Conversely, Bridgeport will look to implement a counter-attacking strategy, relying on quick transitions to catch Charlotte off guard.

With bookmakers providing odds of 1.80 for a home win and 3.27 for an away victory, the expected probabilities suggest that the Checkers are favored with a 47.6% chance of winning, while the Islanders sit at 30.7%. The predicted scoreline of 4:3 indicates a competitive matchup, but as always in hockey, outcomes can be unpredictable. Fans can expect an engaging battle on the ice with plenty at stake.

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Charlotte
51.5%
Draw
20.3%
Bridgeport
28.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.81 4.75 3.25
MarathonBet 1.77 4.3 3.44
Pinnacle 1.78 4.81 3.26

Latest Results

07.03.26 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Charlotte Checkers – 4:5 OT
06.03.26 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Charlotte Checkers – 3:5
03.03.26 Hershey Bears – Charlotte Checkers – 1:4
02.03.26 Hershey Bears – Charlotte Checkers – 3:2 OT
28.02.26 Springfield Thunderbirds – Charlotte Checkers – 5:1
08.03.26 Bridgeport Islanders – Lehigh Valley Phantoms – 5:4
07.03.26 Bridgeport Islanders – Providence Bruins – 4:1
06.03.26 Hartford Wolf Pack – Bridgeport Islanders – 6:0
01.03.26 Providence Bruins – Bridgeport Islanders – 3:2
28.02.26 Providence Bruins – Bridgeport Islanders – 3:2 penalties

Facts

  • The two neighboring teams will play an exciting match (ranked 3 in the zone Promotion ~ AHL (Play Offs: ) and 5 in the zone Promotion ~ AHL (Play Offs: ))
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Charlotte won 2.
  • The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.
  • Bridgeport may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, Charlotte has had a series of away games.
  • Charlotte will hold a modest advantage in this match.
  • We predict that Charlotte will win today’s game, with odds of 1.79.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Charlotte won 12 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 70:45. (average 3.5:2.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Charlotte won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 45:24. (average 4.1:2.2).

    Latest Head To Head

    25.02.26 Bridgeport Islanders – Charlotte Checkers – 4:3 OT
    05.04.25 Bridgeport Islanders – Charlotte Checkers – 2:5
    08.02.25 Bridgeport Islanders – Charlotte Checkers – 5:1
    22.12.24 Charlotte Checkers – Bridgeport Islanders – 1:4
    21.12.24 Charlotte Checkers – Bridgeport Islanders – 6:2

    Standings

    2025/26

    Atlantic Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Providence Bruins 55 32 11 1 11 182:118 87
    2 Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 57 31 5 7 14 189:150 79
    3 Charlotte Checkers 56 26 7 5 18 188:157 71
    4 Hershey Bears 57 20 6 8 23 164:177 60
    5 Bridgeport Islanders 57 20 4 8 25 170:178 56
    6 Lehigh Valley Phantoms 56 16 8 6 26 166:188 54
    7 Springfield Thunderbirds 56 19 3 7 27 151:196 51
    8 Hartford Wolf Pack 55 18 4 6 27 149:185 50

    Central Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Grand Rapids Griffins 56 36 7 4 9 196:111 90
    2 Chicago Wolves 53 21 7 12 13 172:167 68
    3 Manitoba Moose 52 23 4 6 19 136:143 60
    4 Texas Stars 54 18 9 4 23 162:171 58
    5 Milwaukee Admirals 54 14 8 7 25 152:165 51
    6 Rockford IceHogs 56 15 5 4 32 152:194 44
    7 Iowa Wild 54 13 6 5 30 126:170 43

    Pacific Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Ontario Reign 56 29 9 2 16 190:151 78
    2 Colorado Eagles 55 26 7 8 14 178:139 74
    3 San Jose Barracuda 54 25 9 4 16 188:164 72
    4 Bakersfield Condors 57 22 8 10 17 192:178 70
    5 Coachella Valley Firebirds 55 21 9 5 20 184:170 65
    6 San Diego Gulls 55 20 5 12 18 164:161 62
    7 Henderson Silver Knights 54 22 3 10 19 179:168 60
    8 Tucson Roadrunners 56 13 12 8 23 171:187 58
    9 Calgary Wranglers 57 10 9 14 24 152:208 52
    10 Abbotsford Canucks 58 13 8 6 31 132:195 48

    North Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Laval Rocket 59 26 10 5 18 192:157 77
    2 Syracuse Crunch 56 32 3 4 17 184:136 74
    3 Cleveland Monsters 56 17 13 7 19 164:167 67
    4 Toronto Marlies 56 20 7 9 20 176:180 63
    5 Rochester Americans 54 19 5 9 21 166:168 57
    6 Belleville Senators 58 16 6 8 28 181:214 52
    7 Utica Comets 56 17 3 9 27 144:179 49

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