Rochester Americans vs Hershey Bears predictions, Jan 28, 2026

Jan 26, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Rochester Americans

Hershey Bears

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In an exciting AHL matchup, the Rochester Americans will face off against the Hershey Bears on January 28, 2026. Both teams come into this game in less than ideal form, with each winning just 1 of their last 5 matches.

The Rochester Americans will have the home advantage, which may give them a slight edge according to the bookmakers’ odds. However, the Hershey Bears are not to be underestimated, as they have shown resilience and determination in their recent games.

From a tactical standpoint, both teams will need to focus on their defense to prevent the opposing team from scoring. Rochester may look to exploit home ice advantage by utilizing their speed and offensive prowess, while Hershey will aim to counter with strong defensive play and quick transitions.

With both teams evenly matched and the odds close, this game could truly go either way. Fans can expect an intense and closely contested matchup between these two teams. Ultimately, the outcome will depend on which team can execute their game plan more effectively on the ice.

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Rochester
40.6%		 Draw
23%		 Hershey
36.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 2.27 3.98 2.52
MarathonBet 2.24 3.98 2.5
Pinnacle 2.26 4.12 2.56
Best for US Customers 2.25 3.85 2.45

Latest Results

24.01.26 Rochester Americans – Cleveland Monsters – 1:2
23.01.26 Rochester Americans – Utica Comets – 3:0
19.01.26 Syracuse Crunch – Rochester Americans – 3:2 penalties
17.01.26 Utica Comets – Rochester Americans – 3:0
16.01.26 Belleville Senators – Rochester Americans – 5:4 OT		 24.01.26 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Hershey Bears – 4:3 OT
23.01.26 Hershey Bears – Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins – 3:4 penalties
20.01.26 Hershey Bears – Hartford Wolf Pack – 4:5 OT
18.01.26 Charlotte Checkers – Hershey Bears – 4:3 penalties
17.01.26 Charlotte Checkers – Hershey Bears – 3:4 OT

Facts

  • Two mid-table teams will face off this time (ranked 4 in the zone Promotion ~ AHL (Play Offs: ) and 5 in the zone Promotion ~ AHL (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Rochester won 1.
  • Neither of the teams is performing well right now.
  • The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Rochester won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 12 matches, and goals 55:53. (average 2.8:2.7).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Rochester won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 28:27. (average 3.1:3).

    Latest Head To Head

    09.11.25 Hershey Bears – Rochester Americans – 2:1
    19.01.25 Hershey Bears – Rochester Americans – 5:4
    22.11.24 Rochester Americans – Hershey Bears – 4:3 OT
    24.02.24 Hershey Bears – Rochester Americans – 2:1 OT
    29.12.23 Rochester Americans – Hershey Bears – 2:4

    Standings

    2025/26

    Atlantic Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Providence Bruins 39 22 8 1 8 131:82 61
    2 Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 43 23 4 4 12 137:112 58
    3 Charlotte Checkers 39 20 4 3 12 134:110 51
    4 Lehigh Valley Phantoms 40 12 8 4 16 113:120 44
    5 Hershey Bears 39 14 4 7 14 111:117 43
    6 Bridgeport Islanders 39 14 3 4 18 120:124 38
    7 Hartford Wolf Pack 40 13 3 5 19 108:133 37
    8 Springfield Thunderbirds 40 12 2 6 20 104:143 34

    Central Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Grand Rapids Griffins 39 27 5 3 4 138:70 67
    2 Chicago Wolves 39 16 4 10 9 125:117 50
    3 Manitoba Moose 38 17 3 3 15 100:109 43
    4 Texas Stars 41 13 5 4 19 114:127 40
    5 Milwaukee Admirals 38 11 7 3 17 111:111 39
    6 Rockford IceHogs 42 11 5 4 22 117:141 36
    7 Iowa Wild 41 7 3 5 26 88:136 25

    Pacific Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Ontario Reign 41 19 8 2 12 137:112 56
    2 Colorado Eagles 39 20 5 4 10 128:93 54
    3 Bakersfield Condors 40 17 5 6 12 139:126 50
    4 Coachella Valley Firebirds 39 15 7 5 12 136:125 49
    5 San Jose Barracuda 38 14 8 3 13 121:122 47
    6 San Diego Gulls 40 13 5 8 14 112:112 44
    7 Tucson Roadrunners 39 10 8 7 14 126:125 43
    8 Henderson Silver Knights 37 15 2 6 14 116:112 40
    9 Calgary Wranglers 41 9 6 10 16 108:140 40
    10 Abbotsford Canucks 43 9 6 6 22 94:141 36

    North Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Laval Rocket 41 20 4 4 13 128:108 52
    2 Syracuse Crunch 41 21 2 3 15 133:108 49
    3 Toronto Marlies 42 16 6 5 15 133:140 49
    4 Rochester Americans 40 15 5 6 14 129:122 46
    5 Belleville Senators 44 13 6 7 18 141:155 45
    6 Cleveland Monsters 39 11 8 6 14 106:115 44
    7 Utica Comets 39 10 2 7 20 95:125 31

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