Sarnia Sting vs Guelph Storm predictions, Feb 18, 2026

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On February 18, 2026, the Sarnia Sting will host the Guelph Storm in a highly anticipated OHL matchup. In their recent form, the Sting have secured victories in just 2 of their last 5 contests, indicating a need for improvement as they aim to establish a stronger home advantage. Conversely, the Storm have been more consistent, winning 3 out of their last 5 games, showcasing a positive momentum that could benefit them as they clash with Sarnia.

The bookmakers’ odds reflect this discrepancy, favoring Guelph with odds at 1.94 for an away win, compared to 2.88 for a home victory for the Sting. Our model suggests a 33.6% probability of a Sarnia win, with a 45% likelihood favoring an away victory for Guelph, alongside a 21.8% chance of a draw.

Tactically, Guelph’s recent successful stretches suggest solid offense and defensive strategies that have helped them gain traction in the league. Sarnia will need to leverage their home-ice advantage and harness their crowd energy if they hope to turn the tide in this critical matchup. As both teams vie for crucial points, the outcome remains uncertain, highlighting the competitive nature of the league.

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Sarnia 31.8%

Draw 21%

Guelph 47.2%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.8	4.2	1.91
	2.88	4.45	1.94
	2.85	4.25	1.9

Latest Results

16.02.26 Sarnia Sting – Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds – 5:6 penalties 13.02.26 Sarnia Sting – Saginaw Spirit – 3:11 12.02.26 Windsor Spitfires – Sarnia Sting – 6:4 07.02.26 Brampton Steelheads – Sarnia Sting – 1:2 OT 06.02.26 Oshawa Generals – Sarnia Sting – 3:5

16.02.26 Guelph Storm – Erie Otters – 5:1 14.02.26 Brantford Bulldogs – Guelph Storm – 4:2 13.02.26 Guelph Storm – Flint Firebirds – 1:5 11.02.26 London Knights – Guelph Storm – 2:4 09.02.26 Niagara IceDogs – Guelph Storm – 3:6

Facts

A mid-table team and an outsider will play in this match (ranked 9 and 6 in the zone Promotion ~ OHL (Play Offs: )).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Sarnia won 4.

Both teams have been playing unpredictably.

Guelph may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

Guelph could have a small edge in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Sarnia won 12 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 79:60. (average 4:3).

Including home matches between the teams, Sarnia won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 37:23. (average 4.1:2.6).

Latest Head To Head

14.12.25 Sarnia Sting – Guelph Storm – 6:4 12.12.25 Guelph Storm – Sarnia Sting – 2:3 penalties 02.11.25 Guelph Storm – Sarnia Sting – 4:1 07.03.25 Guelph Storm – Sarnia Sting – 1:5 02.03.25 Sarnia Sting – Guelph Storm – 3:1

Standings

2025/26

Western Conference

		Pl	W	WO	LO	L		Pts
1	Kitchener Rangers ✔	55	31	6	6	12	204:146	80
2	Windsor Spitfires ✔	55	31	5	7	12	214:142	79
3	Flint Firebirds ✔	56	33	4	5	14	218:161	79
4	Soo Greyhounds ✔	55	26	7	6	16	214:165	72
5	London Knights	55	21	11	5	18	193:165	69
6	Guelph Storm	53	20	3	4	26	180:211	50
7	Saginaw Spirit	55	17	3	7	28	181:232	47
8	Owen Sound Attack	55	17	3	6	29	195:233	46
9	Sarnia Sting	55	11	6	6	32	164:233	40
10	Erie Otters	54	14	3	4	33	141:216	38

Eastern Conference

		Pl	W	WO	LO	L		Pts
1	Brantford Bulldogs ✔	54	35	3	8	8	236:146	84
2	Barrie Colts ✔	54	28	9	6	11	195:151	80
3	Ottawa 67s ✔	54	32	6	3	13	204:134	79
4	Peterborough Petes	54	25	6	3	20	185:189	65
5	North Bay Battalion	54	20	9	3	22	182:174	61
6	Niagara IceDogs	54	18	8	5	23	170:196	57
7	Kingston Frontenacs	54	21	3	4	26	163:171	52
8	Sudbury Wolves	54	18	4	2	30	171:207	46
9	Brampton Steelheads	53	14	1	9	29	134:188	39
10	Oshawa Generals	53	10	3	3	37	131:209	29

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