Cleveland Monsters vs Syracuse Crunch predictions, Apr 24, 2026

Apr 21, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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As the Cleveland Monsters prepare to host the Syracuse Crunch on April 24, 2026, both teams come into this matchup with similar recent form. The Monsters have secured two victories in their last five outings, illustrating their capacity to compete effectively at home. Their tactical approach typically revolves around strong defensive play coupled with opportunistic offense, aiming to capitalize on opponents’ mistakes.

On the other side, the Syracuse Crunch also boasts two wins in their last five games, showcasing their resilience and adaptability in competitive situations. They are known for their high-energy style, which emphasizes quick transitions and pressure on the puck, likely to challenge the Monsters’ defensive structure.

The bookmakers currently favor the Monsters with odds of 2.18 for a home win compared to 2.48 for the visiting Crunch, reflecting the slight edge given to Cleveland due to their home-ice advantage. Our model suggests a probability of 40.7% for a home win, 39.1% for an away win, and a 21% chance of a draw, indicating a closely contested match.

With both teams appearing evenly matched, fans can expect a thrilling encounter with crucial points on the line. As always, in sports, outcomes remain unpredictable.

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Cleveland
42.2%		 Draw
20.7%		 Syracuse
37.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
Pinnacle 2.18 4.62 2.48

Latest Results

19.04.26 Cleveland Monsters – Grand Rapids Griffins – 6:4
17.04.26 Rochester Americans – Cleveland Monsters – 1:2
12.04.26 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Cleveland Monsters – 4:3 penalties
11.04.26 Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins – Cleveland Monsters – 4:1
06.04.26 Cleveland Monsters – Rochester Americans – 3:4 penalties		 18.04.26 Syracuse Crunch – Belleville Senators – 4:0
17.04.26 Belleville Senators – Syracuse Crunch – 6:4
12.04.26 Syracuse Crunch – Toronto Marlies – 1:4
11.04.26 Syracuse Crunch – Utica Comets – 3:0
08.04.26 Syracuse Crunch – Rochester Americans – 2:3

Facts

  • First leg.
  • A great opportunity to watch a clash of neighbouring teams in the table (ranked 3 in the zone Promotion ~ AHL (Play Offs: ) and 2 in the zone Promotion ~ AHL (Play Offs: ))
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Cleveland won 2.
  • The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.
  • Recently, Syracuse has had a series of home games.
  • The chances of victory for both teams are nearly identical in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Cleveland won 12 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 69:68. (average 3.5:3.4).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Cleveland won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 35:28. (average 3.5:2.8).

    Latest Head To Head

    22.03.26 Syracuse Crunch – Cleveland Monsters – 6:3
    21.03.26 Syracuse Crunch – Cleveland Monsters – 6:2
    06.12.25 Cleveland Monsters – Syracuse Crunch – 3:2 OT
    04.12.25 Cleveland Monsters – Syracuse Crunch – 4:1
    25.01.25 Syracuse Crunch – Cleveland Monsters – 4:3 OT

    Standings

    Main

    Atlantic Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Providence Bruins 72 41 13 2 16 239:162 110
    2 Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 72 40 6 9 17 243:186 101
    3 Charlotte Checkers 72 35 9 5 23 238:187 93
    4 Bridgeport Islanders 72 27 7 8 30 219:222 76
    5 Hershey Bears 72 25 7 9 31 210:230 73
    6 Springfield Thunderbirds 72 28 4 8 32 207:240 72
    7 Lehigh Valley Phantoms 72 21 10 6 35 210:247 68
    8 Hartford Wolf Pack 72 22 4 8 38 190:253 60

    Central Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Grand Rapids Griffins 72 43 8 5 16 255:159 107
    2 Chicago Wolves 72 27 9 15 21 225:218 87
    3 Texas Stars 72 28 9 6 29 222:228 80
    4 Manitoba Moose 72 29 6 8 29 185:216 78
    5 Milwaukee Admirals 72 19 13 7 33 206:221 71
    6 Iowa Wild 72 20 7 9 36 179:226 63
    7 Rockford IceHogs 72 20 8 5 39 196:245 61

    Pacific Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Ontario Reign 72 36 11 5 20 237:187 99
    2 Colorado Eagles 72 32 9 11 20 237:198 93
    3 Henderson Silver Knights 72 34 5 12 21 263:225 90
    4 Coachella Valley Firebirds 72 28 13 6 25 235:218 88
    5 Bakersfield Condors 72 29 8 12 23 244:236 86
    6 San Jose Barracuda 72 30 10 4 28 243:230 84
    7 San Diego Gulls 72 27 6 12 27 224:228 78
    8 Tucson Roadrunners 72 21 13 10 28 230:239 78
    9 Abbotsford Canucks 72 20 8 7 37 173:234 63
    10 Calgary Wranglers 72 14 9 15 34 203:269 61

    North Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Laval Rocket 72 29 12 8 23 233:200 90
    2 Syracuse Crunch 72 38 3 7 24 237:189 89
    3 Cleveland Monsters 72 24 13 9 26 217:227 83
    4 Toronto Marlies 72 28 8 10 26 229:228 82
    5 Rochester Americans 72 22 9 10 31 214:235 72
    6 Utica Comets 72 26 4 11 31 199:220 71
    7 Belleville Senators 72 21 7 9 35 223:262 65

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