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Springfield Thunderbirds vs Bridgeport Islanders predictions, Jan 02, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

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In this upcoming AHL matchup, the Springfield Thunderbirds will face off against the Bridgeport Islanders on January 2, 2026. The Thunderbirds have shown a solid performance in their recent games, winning 3 out of their last 5 matches. On the other hand, the Islanders have won 2 of their last 5 games, indicating a slightly less consistent form.

Looking at the bookmakers’ odds, the home team has a slight advantage with odds of 2.56 compared to the Islanders’ odds of 2.26. Our model predicts a 36.1% chance of a home win, a 22.7% chance of a draw, and a 41.3% chance of an away win.

Both teams have their tactical strengths, with the Thunderbirds showcasing strong offensive plays and the Islanders demonstrating solid defense. It is expected to be a closely contested match with both teams looking to secure a victory.

As the game approaches, it is clear that both teams have the potential to come out on top. Fans can expect an exciting matchup with the outcome likely to be decided by the team that can capitalize on their strengths on the ice.

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Springfield
36.3%		 Draw
22.6%		 Bridgeport
41.1%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
2.56 4.12 2.26

Latest Results

31.12.25 Springfield Thunderbirds – Providence Bruins – 4:2
28.12.25 Springfield Thunderbirds – Bridgeport Islanders – 4:3 OT
27.12.25 Springfield Thunderbirds – Providence Bruins – 1:7
21.12.25 Charlotte Checkers – Springfield Thunderbirds – 4:3 OT
20.12.25 Charlotte Checkers – Springfield Thunderbirds – 1:3		 31.12.25 Hartford Wolf Pack – Bridgeport Islanders – 0:4
28.12.25 Springfield Thunderbirds – Bridgeport Islanders – 4:3 OT
27.12.25 Bridgeport Islanders – Hartford Wolf Pack – 2:5
20.12.25 Hershey Bears – Bridgeport Islanders – 4:1
19.12.25 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Bridgeport Islanders – 1:5

Facts

  • The two neighboring teams will play an exciting match (ranked 6 in the zone Promotion ~ AHL (Play Offs: ) and 7)
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Springfield won 2.
  • Both teams have been playing unpredictably.
  • Recently, Bridgeport has had a series of away games.
  • In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.
  • We predict that Springfield will win today’s game, with odds of 2.56.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Springfield won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 12 matches, and goals 61:75. (average 3.1:3.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Springfield won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 30:42. (average 3:4.2).

    Latest Head To Head

    28.12.25 Springfield Thunderbirds – Bridgeport Islanders – 4:3 OT
    29.11.25 Springfield Thunderbirds – Bridgeport Islanders – 2:3 penalties
    28.11.25 Bridgeport Islanders – Springfield Thunderbirds – 3:6
    08.11.25 Bridgeport Islanders – Springfield Thunderbirds – 6:1
    07.11.25 Springfield Thunderbirds – Bridgeport Islanders – 2:6

    Standings

    2025/26

    Atlantic Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 33 19 3 3 8 109:81 47
    2 Providence Bruins 28 16 5 1 6 93:59 43
    3 Charlotte Checkers 29 15 3 2 9 88:77 38
    4 Lehigh Valley Phantoms 31 9 7 4 11 86:88 36
    5 Hershey Bears 29 11 3 1 14 77:83 29
    6 Springfield Thunderbirds 29 10 1 6 12 78:99 28
    7 Bridgeport Islanders 29 9 3 3 14 89:98 27
    8 Hartford Wolf Pack 29 9 1 5 14 76:96 25

    Central Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Grand Rapids Griffins 29 22 4 2 1 114:51 54
    2 Chicago Wolves 28 12 2 7 7 83:78 35
    3 Manitoba Moose 29 14 1 2 12 76:84 32
    4 Milwaukee Admirals 29 9 5 2 13 84:82 30
    5 Rockford IceHogs 32 9 4 3 16 90:103 29
    6 Texas Stars 30 7 4 4 15 77:99 26
    7 Iowa Wild 32 7 3 2 20 66:101 22

    Pacific Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Colorado Eagles 27 15 5 1 6 90:60 41
    2 San Jose Barracuda 30 13 5 2 10 98:97 38
    3 Ontario Reign 30 13 5 2 10 100:85 38
    4 Calgary Wranglers 33 9 5 8 11 94:111 36
    5 San Diego Gulls 29 11 3 7 8 90:73 35
    6 Coachella Valley Firebirds 29 8 7 4 10 101:102 34
    7 Bakersfield Condors 29 11 3 5 10 105:106 33
    8 Henderson Silver Knights 28 12 2 4 10 92:82 32
    9 Tucson Roadrunners 29 7 5 5 12 92:98 29
    10 Abbotsford Canucks 31 5 4 6 16 65:110 24

    North Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Laval Rocket 31 17 3 1 10 102:79 41
    2 Syracuse Crunch 30 16 1 2 11 102:82 36
    3 Rochester Americans 30 12 4 4 10 101:93 36
    4 Toronto Marlies 31 11 5 2 13 93:102 34
    5 Belleville Senators 34 11 2 5 16 110:123 31
    6 Cleveland Monsters 29 8 5 5 11 71:78 31
    7 Utica Comets 28 5 2 5 16 60:92 19

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