Hershey Bears vs Bridgeport Islanders predictions, Mar 22, 2026

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The upcoming AHL matchup on March 22, 2026, features the Hershey Bears hosting the Bridgeport Islanders at the Giant Center. Both teams are keen to secure vital points as the season progresses, but their recent form presents contrasting narratives.

The Hershey Bears are struggling, narrowly winning just 1 of their last 5 matches. Their offense has faltered, as they’ve been unable to consistently convert chances, while their defense has shown vulnerabilities under pressure. On the flip side, the Bridgeport Islanders have found slightly better footing, clinching 2 wins in their last 5 outings. They have exhibited a more dynamic offensive strategy that has allowed them to capitalize on opposition mistakes.

Betting odds favor the home team at 1.92, while the Islanders stand at 3.12. Probability estimates suggest a 54.9% chance for a Hershey victory, though the potential for a draw (27.1%) or an away win (25.2%) remains significant given both teams’ fluctuating performances.

As the Bears aim to leverage home ice advantage against a Bridgeport side that has shown resilience, fans can expect an intriguing battle that could swing in favor of either team.

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Hershey
47.3%
Draw
23.4%
Bridgeport
29.3%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
MarathonBet 1.93 3.9 3.14
WilliamHill 1.91 3.9 3.1
Best for US Customers 1.98 3.95 3.15

Latest Results

15.03.26 Hershey Bears – Belleville Senators – 2:5
14.03.26 Hershey Bears – Belleville Senators – 3:6
13.03.26 Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins – Hershey Bears – 2:4
08.03.26 Providence Bruins – Hershey Bears – 5:4
07.03.26 Hartford Wolf Pack – Hershey Bears – 5:2
14.03.26 Charlotte Checkers – Bridgeport Islanders – 2:0
13.03.26 Charlotte Checkers – Bridgeport Islanders – 3:0
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

Facts

  • This match features a clash between a mid-table team and the outsider (ranked 4 in the zone Promotion ~ AHL (Play Offs: ) and 7).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Hershey won 5.
  • Hershey has been struggling lately (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • In recent matches, Bridgeport has shown inconsistent performance (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Bridgeport may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Hershey is expected to have a slight advantage in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Hershey won 16 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 65:46. (average 3.3:2.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Hershey won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 33:26. (average 3.3:2.6).

    Latest Head To Head

    20.12.25 Hershey Bears – Bridgeport Islanders – 4:1
    29.10.25 Bridgeport Islanders – Hershey Bears – 1:3
    26.03.25 Bridgeport Islanders – Hershey Bears – 1:4
    01.02.25 Hershey Bears – Bridgeport Islanders – 5:4
    31.01.25 Hershey Bears – Bridgeport Islanders – 5:4

    Standings

    2025/26

    Atlantic Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Providence Bruins ✔ 60 34 12 1 13 202:133 93
    2 Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 62 32 6 8 16 200:165 84
    3 Charlotte Checkers 60 28 7 5 20 197:167 75
    4 Hershey Bears 60 21 6 8 25 173:190 62
    5 Lehigh Valley Phantoms 60 18 9 6 27 181:198 60
    6 Springfield Thunderbirds 60 21 3 8 28 164:209 56
    7 Bridgeport Islanders 59 20 4 8 27 170:183 56
    8 Hartford Wolf Pack 60 20 4 6 30 162:202 54

    Central Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Grand Rapids Griffins ✔ 59 37 7 4 11 202:119 92
    2 Chicago Wolves 58 22 7 12 17 181:182 70
    3 Manitoba Moose 57 25 4 6 22 146:161 64
    4 Texas Stars 58 21 9 4 24 176:182 64
    5 Milwaukee Admirals 58 16 9 7 26 164:171 57
    6 Rockford IceHogs 60 16 6 5 33 163:204 49
    7 Iowa Wild 57 15 6 6 30 137:177 48

    Pacific Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Ontario Reign 61 30 9 5 17 202:167 83
    2 Colorado Eagles 60 28 8 9 15 199:154 81
    3 San Jose Barracuda 58 27 9 4 18 205:177 76
    4 Bakersfield Condors 60 23 8 10 19 202:192 72
    5 Henderson Silver Knights 59 26 4 10 19 211:188 70
    6 Coachella Valley Firebirds 58 21 11 5 21 192:180 69
    7 San Diego Gulls 61 22 6 12 21 184:186 68
    8 Tucson Roadrunners 59 15 12 9 23 188:202 63
    9 Calgary Wranglers 61 11 9 14 27 169:228 54
    10 Abbotsford Canucks 62 14 8 6 34 143:210 50

    North Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Laval Rocket 63 28 11 5 19 207:167 83
    2 Syracuse Crunch 60 33 3 5 19 194:152 77
    3 Cleveland Monsters 60 20 13 7 20 179:176 73
    4 Toronto Marlies 60 23 7 10 20 191:187 70
    5 Rochester Americans 58 19 6 9 24 174:183 59
    6 Belleville Senators 62 18 6 9 29 195:228 57
    7 Utica Comets 60 19 3 9 29 159:192 53

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