Utica Comets vs Lehigh Valley Phantoms predictions, Mar 03, 2026

Mar 02, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Comets

Lehigh Valley

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As the Utica Comets prepare to host the Lehigh Valley Phantoms on March 3, 2026, both teams enter this AHL clash showcasing commendable recent form, each claiming victory in three of their last five outings. The Comets have demonstrated resilience and tactical adaptability, contributing to their successful performances on home ice. Their offensive capabilities will be essential in breaking down the Phantoms’ defense.

Conversely, the Phantoms have also proven to be a formidable opponent, employing a well-coordinated game plan that emphasizes speed and skill in transition. This strategy has enabled them to secure crucial wins, particularly in tight matchups.

Bookmakers have set the odds at 2.54 for a home victory and 2.25 for an away win, reflecting the competitive nature of this encounter. Our model suggests a probability of 38.5% for a Comets win, 23.3% for a draw, and 39.3% for a Phantoms victory, indicating a tight contest ahead.

In summary, while the Comets have the advantage of home-court familiarity, the Phantoms’ recent success makes them a potent threat. This matchup promises an engaging battle, with no guaranteed outcomes as both teams strive for critical points in their campaigns.

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Utica
36.6%		 Draw
22.2%		 Lehigh Valley
41.3%

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Betting Odds

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Pinnacle 2.54 4.19 2.25

Latest Results

28.02.26 Belleville Senators – Utica Comets – 1:5
27.02.26 Utica Comets – Belleville Senators – 5:3
25.02.26 Hershey Bears – Utica Comets – 6:3
22.02.26 Utica Comets – Laval Rocket – 3:1
21.02.26 Utica Comets – Laval Rocket – 1:2 penalties		 01.03.26 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Hartford Wolf Pack – 6:3
28.02.26 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Hartford Wolf Pack – 4:5 penalties
25.02.26 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Providence Bruins – 4:6
21.02.26 Hershey Bears – Lehigh Valley Phantoms – 4:6
20.02.26 Hershey Bears – Lehigh Valley Phantoms – 1:4

Facts

  • A great opportunity to watch a clash of neighbouring teams in the table (ranked 7 and 5 in the zone Promotion ~ AHL (Play Offs: ))
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Utica won 1.
  • Both teams are showing inconsistent performances lately.
  • Utica may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Utica won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 12 matches, and goals 62:67. (average 3.1:3.4).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Utica won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 36:30. (average 4:3.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    06.12.25 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Utica Comets – 3:2 OT
    03.01.25 Utica Comets – Lehigh Valley Phantoms – 2:4
    09.11.24 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Utica Comets – 4:3 OT
    01.03.24 Utica Comets – Lehigh Valley Phantoms – 3:0
    27.12.23 Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Utica Comets – 5:4

    Standings

    2025/26

    Atlantic Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Providence Bruins 52 30 11 1 10 173:108 83
    2 Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 55 31 5 6 13 183:142 78
    3 Charlotte Checkers 52 24 6 4 18 172:146 64
    4 Hershey Bears 53 20 5 8 20 154:161 58
    5 Lehigh Valley Phantoms 52 16 8 5 23 154:169 53
    6 Bridgeport Islanders 54 18 4 8 24 161:167 52
    7 Springfield Thunderbirds 53 18 3 7 25 145:188 49
    8 Hartford Wolf Pack 52 16 4 6 26 136:180 46

    Central Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Grand Rapids Griffins 53 34 7 4 8 184:104 86
    2 Chicago Wolves 50 20 7 11 12 160:153 65
    3 Manitoba Moose 49 20 4 6 19 128:141 54
    4 Texas Stars 52 17 8 4 23 151:163 54
    5 Milwaukee Admirals 51 14 8 7 22 147:154 51
    6 Rockford IceHogs 53 14 5 4 30 142:179 42
    7 Iowa Wild 52 11 6 5 30 122:169 39

    Pacific Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Ontario Reign 53 27 8 2 16 180:146 72
    2 Colorado Eagles 52 25 7 7 13 169:128 71
    3 San Jose Barracuda 51 22 9 4 16 178:160 66
    4 Bakersfield Condors 54 21 7 9 17 183:171 65
    5 Coachella Valley Firebirds 52 19 9 5 19 175:162 61
    6 San Diego Gulls 52 19 5 12 16 154:151 60
    7 Tucson Roadrunners 52 13 11 8 20 167:174 56
    8 Henderson Silver Knights 50 20 3 9 18 165:161 55
    9 Calgary Wranglers 55 10 9 14 22 149:200 52
    10 Abbotsford Canucks 55 12 8 6 29 126:186 46

    North Division

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Laval Rocket 56 25 9 5 17 184:150 73
    2 Syracuse Crunch 53 30 2 4 17 175:133 68
    3 Cleveland Monsters 53 16 13 7 17 156:155 65
    4 Toronto Marlies 53 19 7 9 18 167:172 61
    5 Rochester Americans 52 19 5 8 20 161:160 56
    6 Belleville Senators 56 15 6 8 27 172:206 50
    7 Utica Comets 52 15 3 9 25 131:165 45

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