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Rockford IceHogs vs Chicago Wolves predictions, Jan 18, 2026

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In an exciting AHL matchup, the Rockford IceHogs will face off against the Chicago Wolves on January 18, 2026, at home. Both teams have shown solid performances recently, with the Rockford IceHogs winning 2 of their last 5 matches and the Chicago Wolves winning 3 of their last 5 matches.

The bookmakers have provided close odds for this game, with the Rockford IceHogs slightly favored at 2.38, compared to the Chicago Wolves at 2.4. Our model predicts a tight contest, with a 40.6% chance of a home win, 25.4% chance of a draw, and a 35.7% chance of an away win.

Tactically, both teams have shown strength in their offensive capabilities, with a predicted final score of 3:2 in favor of the Rockford IceHogs. However, with the Chicago Wolves also in good form, this match is expected to be closely contested and could go either way.

In conclusion, fans can expect an intense and competitive game between these two evenly matched teams, with the outcome likely to come down to small margins.

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Rockford
38.2%		 Draw
23.9%		 Chicago
37.9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
2.38 3.75 2.4
2.38 3.75 2.4
2.40 4.10 2.40
2.35 3.6 2.4

Latest Results

16.01.26 Grand Rapids Griffins – Rockford IceHogs – 1:3
13.01.26 Rockford IceHogs – Manitoba Moose – 6:2
10.01.26 Rockford IceHogs – Manitoba Moose – 2:3 penalties
09.01.26 Rockford IceHogs – Chicago Wolves – 1:3
04.01.26 Hershey Bears – Rockford IceHogs – 5:2		 16.01.26 Milwaukee Admirals – Chicago Wolves – 4:5
11.01.26 Chicago Wolves – Manitoba Moose – 4:3 OT
10.01.26 Chicago Wolves – Texas Stars – 1:3
09.01.26 Rockford IceHogs – Chicago Wolves – 1:3
03.01.26 Chicago Wolves – Grand Rapids Griffins – 1:4

Facts

  • Watch a clash between a mid-table side and a current leader (ranked 5 in the zone Promotion ~ AHL (Play Offs: ) and 2 in the zone Promotion ~ AHL (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Rockford won 1.
  • Both teams are showing inconsistent performances lately.
  • Chicago may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Rockford won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 12 matches, and goals 58:66. (average 2.9:3.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Rockford won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 29:33. (average 2.9:3.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    09.01.26 Rockford IceHogs – Chicago Wolves – 1:3
    31.12.25 Rockford IceHogs – Chicago Wolves – 2:3
    26.11.25 Rockford IceHogs – Chicago Wolves – 4:8
    28.10.25 Chicago Wolves – Rockford IceHogs – 1:6
    19.10.25 Chicago Wolves – Rockford IceHogs – 6:5

    Standings

    2025/26

    Atlantic Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 38 21 3 3 11 122:98 51
    2 Providence Bruins 34 20 5 1 8 110:73 51
    3 Charlotte Checkers 36 18 3 3 12 117:100 45
    4 Lehigh Valley Phantoms 36 12 7 4 13 101:99 42
    5 Hershey Bears 35 14 4 3 14 98:100 39
    6 Hartford Wolf Pack 36 12 2 5 17 98:119 33
    7 Bridgeport Islanders 35 12 3 3 17 105:114 33
    8 Springfield Thunderbirds 36 12 1 6 17 97:132 32

    Central Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Grand Rapids Griffins 35 24 5 3 3 129:66 61
    2 Chicago Wolves 34 14 3 8 9 99:96 42
    3 Manitoba Moose 36 16 3 3 14 96:105 41
    4 Milwaukee Admirals 34 10 6 3 15 104:102 35
    5 Rockford IceHogs 38 11 4 4 19 108:122 34
    6 Texas Stars 37 10 5 4 18 97:118 34
    7 Iowa Wild 37 7 3 4 23 76:118 24

    Pacific Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Ontario Reign 37 17 7 2 11 125:103 50
    2 Colorado Eagles 34 17 5 4 8 116:84 48
    3 Bakersfield Condors 36 16 4 6 10 131:117 46
    4 San Jose Barracuda 35 13 7 3 12 109:112 43
    5 Coachella Valley Firebirds 35 12 7 4 12 123:119 42
    6 San Diego Gulls 35 12 4 8 11 103:96 40
    7 Tucson Roadrunners 34 10 7 5 12 112:107 39
    8 Calgary Wranglers 39 9 6 9 15 105:134 39
    9 Henderson Silver Knights 33 14 2 5 12 109:99 37
    10 Abbotsford Canucks 38 7 5 6 20 82:132 30

    North Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Laval Rocket 38 18 4 3 13 118:100 47
    2 Syracuse Crunch 37 19 1 3 14 119:97 43
    3 Rochester Americans 36 14 5 5 12 123:114 43
    4 Toronto Marlies 38 14 6 3 15 118:127 43
    5 Cleveland Monsters 34 10 7 5 12 90:91 39
    6 Belleville Senators 40 12 4 6 18 131:147 38
    7 Utica Comets 34 8 2 6 18 80:110 26

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