Syracuse Crunch vs Lehigh Valley Phantoms predictions, Mar 13, 2026

Mar 12, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Syracuse

Lehigh Valley Phantoms

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As the Syracuse Crunch prepare to face off against the Lehigh Valley Phantoms on March 13, 2026, fans can anticipate an intriguing matchup at home. The Crunch have demonstrated strong form, claiming victory in 4 out of their last 5 games, showcasing a robust offensive and defensive strategy that has clearly benefit their standings. Their current momentum positions them as strong contenders, particularly within the familiar confines of their home ice.

In contrast, the Lehigh Valley Phantoms have struggled recently, managing to secure only 1 win from their last 5 matches. This downturn can be attributed to defensive vulnerabilities that have plagued their play, leading to costly mistakes and missed scoring opportunities. If the Phantoms hope to turn their fortunes around, they will need to tighten their defensive unit and find an effective rhythm in transitioning from defense to offense.

The bookmakers have set odds at 2.01 for a home win and 2.93 for an away victory, reflecting the Crunch’s favorable prospects. Our model predicts a probability of 43.2% for a home win, 25% for a draw, and 32.4% for an away victory. Ultimately, while the Crunch appear to hold the upper hand, the unpredictable nature of sports ensures that no outcome is guaranteed.

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Syracuse
47.2%		 Draw
22.8%		 Lehigh Valley
30%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
MarathonBet 2.02 3.8 2.95
WilliamHill 2 3.8 2.9
Pinnacle 1.81 4.45 3.33

Latest Results

11.03.26 Syracuse Crunch – Toronto Marlies – 1:5
08.03.26 Utica Comets – Syracuse Crunch – 1:4
06.03.26 Syracuse Crunch – Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins – 3:2 OT
04.03.26 Laval Rocket – Syracuse Crunch – 0:2
01.03.26 Syracuse Crunch – Rochester Americans – 3:1		 08.03.26 Bridgeport Islanders – Lehigh Valley Phantoms – 5:4
07.03.26 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Charlotte Checkers – 4:5 OT
06.03.26 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Charlotte Checkers – 3:5
03.03.26 Utica Comets – Lehigh Valley Phantoms – 4:1
01.03.26 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Hartford Wolf Pack – 6:3

Facts

  • One team leads the standings, the other sits mid-table (ranked 2 in the zone Promotion ~ AHL (Play Offs: ) and 6 in the zone Promotion ~ AHL (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Syracuse won 5.
  • Syracuse is showing really good form (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • Lehigh Valley is going through a rough patch (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Syracuse may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Syracuse might have a minor edge in this game.
  • We predict that Syracuse will win today’s game, with odds of 1.94.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Syracuse won 15 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 63:41. (average 3.2:2.1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Syracuse won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 27:15. (average 3:1.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    15.02.26 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Syracuse Crunch – 1:3
    17.01.26 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Syracuse Crunch – 1:4
    12.12.25 Syracuse Crunch – Lehigh Valley Phantoms – 3:1
    11.04.25 Syracuse Crunch – Lehigh Valley Phantoms – 2:1
    21.03.25 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Syracuse Crunch – 0:3

    Standings

    2025/26

    Atlantic Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Providence Bruins 56 32 12 1 11 185:120 89
    2 Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 57 31 5 7 14 189:150 79
    3 Charlotte Checkers 56 26 7 5 18 188:157 71
    4 Hershey Bears 57 20 6 8 23 164:177 60
    5 Bridgeport Islanders 57 20 4 8 25 170:178 56
    6 Lehigh Valley Phantoms 56 16 8 6 26 166:188 54
    7 Springfield Thunderbirds 57 19 3 8 27 153:199 52
    8 Hartford Wolf Pack 56 18 4 6 28 151:188 50

    Central Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Grand Rapids Griffins 56 36 7 4 9 196:111 90
    2 Chicago Wolves 54 21 7 12 14 174:171 68
    3 Manitoba Moose 53 23 4 6 20 137:147 60
    4 Texas Stars 54 18 9 4 23 162:171 58
    5 Milwaukee Admirals 55 14 9 7 25 154:166 53
    6 Rockford IceHogs 57 15 5 5 32 153:196 45
    7 Iowa Wild 55 14 6 5 30 130:172 45

    Pacific Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Ontario Reign 56 29 9 2 16 190:151 78
    2 San Jose Barracuda 55 26 9 4 16 192:165 74
    3 Colorado Eagles 55 26 7 8 14 178:139 74
    4 Bakersfield Condors 57 22 8 10 17 192:178 70
    5 Coachella Valley Firebirds 55 21 9 5 20 184:170 65
    6 Henderson Silver Knights 55 22 4 10 19 186:174 62
    7 San Diego Gulls 56 20 5 12 19 165:165 62
    8 Tucson Roadrunners 57 13 12 9 23 177:194 59
    9 Calgary Wranglers 57 10 9 14 24 152:208 52
    10 Abbotsford Canucks 59 14 8 6 31 136:196 50

    North Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Laval Rocket 59 26 10 5 18 192:157 77
    2 Syracuse Crunch 57 32 3 4 18 185:141 74
    3 Cleveland Monsters 57 18 13 7 19 167:169 69
    4 Toronto Marlies 57 21 7 9 20 181:181 65
    5 Rochester Americans 55 19 5 9 22 167:172 57
    6 Belleville Senators 58 16 6 8 28 181:214 52
    7 Utica Comets 57 18 3 9 27 148:180 51

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