Springfield Thunderbirds vs Lehigh Valley Phantoms predictions, Jan 10, 2026

Jan 10, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

AHL, MassMutual Center (Springfield, MA) on Saturday,

Springfield

Lehigh Valley

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The upcoming matchup between the Springfield Thunderbirds and the Lehigh Valley Phantoms promises to be a closely contested battle on January 10, 2026. The Thunderbirds, who have won 3 of their last 5 matches, will be looking to build on their recent success as they take on the Phantoms at home. On the other hand, the Phantoms have been in impressive form, winning 4 of their last 5 matches, making them a formidable opponent for the Thunderbirds.

In terms of bookmakers odds, the Phantoms are currently favored at 1.86, while the Thunderbirds are at 3.32. Our model prediction gives the Phantoms a 46.6% chance of securing an away win, with the Thunderbirds having a 30% chance of claiming victory on home ice and a 23.6% probability of a draw.

Both teams will be looking to capitalize on their recent form and tactical strengths to secure a crucial win in this matchup. With both sides in good form, it’s sure to be an exciting and closely fought contest.

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Springfield
28%		 Draw
22.1%		 Lehigh Valley
50%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:3

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
MarathonBet 3.35 4.1 1.83
WilliamHill 3.25 4 1.83
Pinnacle 3.32 4.22 1.86
Best for US Customers 3.15 4.25 1.8

Latest Results

09.01.26 Springfield Thunderbirds – Hartford Wolf Pack – 7:4
07.01.26 Utica Comets – Springfield Thunderbirds – 5:1
04.01.26 Providence Bruins – Springfield Thunderbirds – 3:1
02.01.26 Springfield Thunderbirds – Bridgeport Islanders – 4:2
31.12.25 Springfield Thunderbirds – Providence Bruins – 4:2		 04.01.26 Toronto Marlies – Lehigh Valley Phantoms – 1:6
03.01.26 Belleville Senators – Lehigh Valley Phantoms – 1:3
31.12.25 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Hershey Bears – 3:0
29.12.25 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Charlotte Checkers – 2:3 OT
28.12.25 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins – 4:3 penalties

Facts

  • Watch a clash between a mid-table side and a current leader (ranked 6 in the zone Promotion ~ AHL (Play Offs: ) and 3 in the zone Promotion ~ AHL (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Springfield won 4.
  • Recent performances by Springfield have been up and down (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Lehigh Valley is in great form at the moment (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Springfield may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Lehigh Valley might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Springfield won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 10 matches, and goals 58:57. (average 2.9:2.9).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Springfield won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 27:33. (average 3:3.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    17.12.25 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Springfield Thunderbirds – 1:3
    14.11.25 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Springfield Thunderbirds – 7:3
    05.04.25 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Springfield Thunderbirds – 0:1 OT
    24.01.25 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Springfield Thunderbirds – 1:5
    15.11.24 Springfield Thunderbirds – Lehigh Valley Phantoms – 4:3

    Standings

    2025/26

    Atlantic Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 35 20 3 3 9 114:88 49
    2 Providence Bruins 31 19 5 1 6 104:62 49
    3 Lehigh Valley Phantoms 33 11 7 4 11 95:90 40
    4 Charlotte Checkers 32 15 3 2 12 93:91 38
    5 Hershey Bears 31 13 3 1 14 87:89 33
    6 Springfield Thunderbirds 33 12 1 6 14 91:113 32
    7 Hartford Wolf Pack 32 10 1 5 16 85:108 27
    8 Bridgeport Islanders 32 9 3 3 17 93:110 27

    Central Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Grand Rapids Griffins 33 24 5 2 2 124:58 60
    2 Chicago Wolves 31 13 2 8 8 89:86 38
    3 Manitoba Moose 31 15 1 2 13 83:92 34
    4 Milwaukee Admirals 32 10 5 3 14 95:93 33
    5 Texas Stars 34 9 5 4 16 89:106 32
    6 Rockford IceHogs 35 9 4 3 19 97:116 29
    7 Iowa Wild 34 7 3 2 22 69:108 22

    Pacific Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Ontario Reign 33 16 5 2 10 110:90 44
    2 Colorado Eagles 30 16 5 2 7 100:69 44
    3 Bakersfield Condors 33 14 4 5 10 120:112 41
    4 San Jose Barracuda 33 13 6 3 11 103:105 41
    5 Calgary Wranglers 36 9 6 8 13 99:122 38
    6 Henderson Silver Knights 31 14 2 4 11 103:91 36
    7 San Diego Gulls 31 11 3 8 9 94:81 36
    8 Coachella Valley Firebirds 32 9 7 4 12 109:112 36
    9 Tucson Roadrunners 31 9 5 5 12 101:100 33
    10 Abbotsford Canucks 34 5 4 6 19 70:123 24

    North Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Laval Rocket 34 18 4 1 11 113:89 45
    2 Toronto Marlies 36 13 6 3 14 112:119 41
    3 Syracuse Crunch 34 17 1 3 13 111:90 39
    4 Rochester Americans 33 13 4 4 12 110:104 38
    5 Cleveland Monsters 32 10 6 5 11 85:86 37
    6 Belleville Senators 36 11 2 5 18 112:132 31
    7 Utica Comets 32 8 2 6 16 76:101 26

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