Laval Rocket vs Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins predictions, Mar 18, 2026

Mar 16, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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As the Laval Rocket prepare to host the Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins on March 18, 2026, both teams come into the matchup with distinct form trends that could influence the outcome. Laval has secured wins in 3 of their last 5 matches, showcasing a competitive edge bolstered by their home-ice advantage. Their recent performances suggest strong offensive efforts, which will be crucial as they face a Penguins squad struggling with consistency.

In contrast, the Penguins have managed to win only 1 of their last 5 encounters, indicating a need for improvement in both their offensive production and defensive reliability. This lack of form may be a concern as they traverse into challenging territory against a team that has been capitalizing on their opportunities.

According to bookmakers, the odds reflect a moderately favorable outlook for the away side (2.21) compared to Laval’s home odds (2.61). Our prediction model assigns a 33.4% chance for a Laval victory, while the Penguins hold a 44.9% likelihood of winning. With both teams vying for points, this contest promises to be tightly contested, but it remains difficult to determine a clear favorite in this matchup.

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Laval
35.5%		 Draw
22.6%		 Wilkes-Barre
42%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:3

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 2.64 4.12 2.22
MarathonBet 2.57 4 2.18
Pinnacle 2.61 4.16 2.21

Latest Results

14.03.26 Syracuse Crunch – Laval Rocket – 3:4 penalties
13.03.26 Utica Comets – Laval Rocket – 5:2
07.03.26 Laval Rocket – Rochester Americans – 4:3 penalties
06.03.26 Laval Rocket – Rochester Americans – 4:2
04.03.26 Laval Rocket – Syracuse Crunch – 0:2		 15.03.26 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins – 1:3
14.03.26 Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins – Lehigh Valley Phantoms – 3:4 OT
13.03.26 Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins – Hershey Bears – 2:4
06.03.26 Syracuse Crunch – Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins – 3:2 OT
04.03.26 Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins – Springfield Thunderbirds – 4:5

Facts

  • One of today’s top clashes will feature two teams fighting for the top spots (ranked 1 in the zone Promotion ~ AHL (Play Offs: ) and 2 in the zone Promotion ~ AHL (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Laval won 3.
  • Recent performances by Laval have been up and down (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Wilkes-Barre‘s performance has dropped in recent matches (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Wilkes-Barre may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • The chances of victory for both teams are nearly identical in this match.
  • We predict that Laval will win today’s game, with odds of 2.61.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Laval won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 13 matches, and goals 58:70. (average 2.9:3.5).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Laval won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 31:28. (average 3.4:3.1).

    Latest Head To Head

    15.01.25 Laval Rocket – Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins – 4:3 OT
    29.11.24 Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins – Laval Rocket – 5:3
    17.02.24 Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins – Laval Rocket – 6:3
    22.12.23 Laval Rocket – Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins – 5:2
    10.04.23 Laval Rocket – Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins – 4:0

    Standings

    2025/26

    Atlantic Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Providence Bruins ✔ 58 33 12 1 12 195:124 91
    2 Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 60 32 5 8 15 197:159 82
    3 Charlotte Checkers 58 28 7 5 18 193:157 75
    4 Hershey Bears 60 21 6 8 25 173:190 62
    5 Lehigh Valley Phantoms 59 17 9 6 27 175:195 58
    6 Springfield Thunderbirds 59 21 3 8 27 163:205 56
    7 Bridgeport Islanders 59 20 4 8 27 170:183 56
    8 Hartford Wolf Pack 58 18 4 6 30 152:198 50

    Central Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Grand Rapids Griffins ✔ 58 36 7 4 11 198:117 90
    2 Chicago Wolves 56 22 7 12 15 176:175 70
    3 Manitoba Moose 55 24 4 6 21 143:156 62
    4 Texas Stars 56 19 9 4 24 169:177 60
    5 Milwaukee Admirals 56 15 9 7 25 159:168 55
    6 Rockford IceHogs 59 16 6 5 32 161:200 49
    7 Iowa Wild 56 14 6 6 30 133:176 46

    Pacific Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Ontario Reign 59 29 9 5 16 198:162 81
    2 Colorado Eagles 58 27 8 8 15 189:147 78
    3 San Jose Barracuda 57 26 9 4 18 200:176 74
    4 Bakersfield Condors 59 23 8 10 18 198:185 72
    5 Coachella Valley Firebirds 57 21 11 5 20 191:175 69
    6 Henderson Silver Knights 57 24 4 10 19 197:180 66
    7 San Diego Gulls 58 21 5 12 20 170:172 64
    8 Tucson Roadrunners 59 15 12 9 23 188:202 63
    9 Calgary Wranglers 59 11 9 14 25 161:214 54
    10 Abbotsford Canucks 61 14 8 6 33 142:207 50

    North Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Laval Rocket 61 26 11 5 19 198:165 79
    2 Syracuse Crunch 59 32 3 5 19 189:149 75
    3 Cleveland Monsters 58 19 13 7 19 170:170 71
    4 Toronto Marlies 59 22 7 10 20 187:185 68
    5 Rochester Americans 57 19 6 9 23 171:178 59
    6 Belleville Senators 60 18 6 8 28 192:219 56
    7 Utica Comets 59 19 3 9 28 156:188 53

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