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12-14-21 | Senators +1.5 v. Panthers | 8-2 | Win | 100 | 7 h 4 m | Show | |
Don't look now but the Senators have won 4 of 5. They are finally healthy and rested. They were expected to be better this year, so it is easy to underestimate them. The Panthers have not been as dominant lately and have had some unlikely losses to low ranked teams. It wouldn't surprise me if the Senators out and out stole this one, but the odds are still favorable with the points. Take the Senators +1 1/2. |
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12-12-21 | Hurricanes v. Canucks UNDER 5.5 | 1-2 | Win | 100 | 9 h 15 m | Show | |
The Canucks have been on a roll but face a stiff opponent in the Hurricanes, even on a back to back. Raanta is in the net, and has been solid when he plays. Demko has kept the Canucks in many games and is much better than his save % would suggest. The Canes have knocked off the Oilers and the Flames on this road trip, so i don't think they will let this game get away.. The Canucks still aren't scoring, and the under has bee a trend for both teams. Stick with that trend and take the under tonight. |
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12-11-21 | Hurricanes +110 v. Oilers | 3-1 | Win | 110 | 10 h 25 m | Show | |
A pair of contenders face off in Edmonton tonight. The Oilers have lost 4 straight, giving up 4 goals a game on average, while scoring only 2 per game over the same period. Could their dynamic duo be playing too much lately? It is early in the season, but carrying a team is heavy hauling and their work load is phenomenal. The Oilers’ major problem is defense, and they face a tough and balanced team in the Hurricanes tonight. The Canes have won three straight, and have been tough to play against with the second rated defense in the league. Andersen was very sharp against the Flames last game, and Carolina is a good road team this year. The Canes are a small underdog tonight. I am looking for them to steal one this evening. Canes to win. |
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12-10-21 | Red Wings v. Avalanche OVER 6.5 | Top | 3-7 | Win | 108 | 10 h 58 m | Show |
After a 5 game win streak, the Red Wings have lost two in a row. Detroit is very streaky, facing the high flying Avs on a back to back and on the road, so I wouldn't look for a Wings win tonight. Greiss is likely starting against Kuemper. Neither has been particularly effective this year, with Greiss the real underachiever here. Detroit's recent games have all gone over, as have Colorado's. With the AVs' offense performing as well as it has against a tired Red Wings team, I would stick with the trend and take this game to go over the total. Shop around as there is some variability in this line. |
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12-09-21 | Bruins v. Oilers -120 | 3-2 | Loss | -120 | 9 h 48 m | Show | |
Fatigue may be a factor for the Bruins tonight after a tough and embarrassing shootout loss against the Canucks last night. Ullmark is expected to return in the net for the Bruins, and it is difficult to say if that is good news. He has been very uneven this year and could be outmatched by the Oilers. The Bruins defense can keep the score down but they struggle to put the puck in the net. The Oilers, of course, are the reverse. They have been on a bit of a slump of late so the odds on the Oilers at home are favorable. Better rested than the Bruins, and no doubt motivated to get back in the win column, this is a perfect opportunity to bounce back, catching a weary and unimpressive Bruins team on the Road. Oilers to win. |
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12-08-21 | Avalanche v. Rangers OVER 6 | 7-3 | Win | 100 | 7 h 28 m | Show | |
The Rangers are 4th in the league in defense but a good part of that has been Shesterkin's stellar play. He is out, which will change the Rangers' goals against figures. The AVs, with their potent offense now firing on all cylinders, score a ton, but also allow plenty. Kuemper has been dicy, and with him out, the alternative is likely Johansson. He has been wildly inconsistent when he has played. To make matters worse the AVs could be missing a couple of their D men. Rangers are on a back to back, but everyone, including Ottawa, has been scoring against the AVs. The total is a bit high, but the over is still a very strong bet. |
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12-07-21 | Predators v. Red Wings +114 | 5-2 | Loss | -100 | 7 h 30 m | Show | |
The Predators have been very poor on the road of late, and were unimpressive against the Habs last outing. Detroit has won five straight and has been very sharp at home. Predators goalie Saros has been good generally but uneven, while Nedlejkovic has been solid and steady. The Red Wings have been streaky this year. I am banking on that winning streak not ending tonight. Take the home underdog Red Wings to continue to win |
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12-06-21 | Avalanche v. Flyers OVER 6 | 7-5 | Win | 100 | 8 h 39 m | Show | |
Tonight will be and opportunity for the Flyers to score some goals. With Kuemper injured, Johansson will start again for Colorado and he has not been sharp. Flyers goalie Jones is on a back to back and has been very average. The AVs were embarrassed by the Senators, and have a day's rest. Expect them to come out firing on all cylinders and do what they do best; put the puck in the net. This game features two of the poorer defenses in the NHL, sand while the total is high, there is every likelyhood that this one will still finish over. |
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12-03-21 | Oilers -126 v. Seattle Kraken | 3-4 | Loss | -126 | 10 h 29 m | Show | |
The Kraken are on a bit of a roll, winning 4 of their last 6 games, and are very unpredictable as to who and when they beat. With a 29th rated defense, Seattle needs to score to win, and they now have some key injuries on offense. In the net, Grubauer has been up and down, but mostly very average this year. The Oilers seem to have been on a roll all season, and are a scoring machine, particularly on the PP. Koskinen has been decent in the net, but very sharp in his last two games. Defense is not the Oilers’ forte; they are middle of the pack in goals against. I like to take the total in Oilers’ games, but injuries may impact on the Kraken’s ability to add much in the way of goals scored. I don’t think this is a situation or a team to expect the Kraken to steal a game against. Take the favored Oilers to win. |
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12-02-21 | Flames -138 v. Kings | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 11 h 46 m | Show | |
The Flames are 2nd in defense, which is no surprise considering Markstrom has a .938 save % and five shutouts. Whether Quick or Petersen, it is a tough matchup against a Flames team that can put the puck in the net and is downright dominant on the road. The Flames have only allowed a measly 1.7 goals against in road games. The Kings are struggling, able to beat only the lowly Senators (twice) of late. Take the Flames to win this one handily> |
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12-01-21 | Golden Knights v. Ducks UNDER 5.5 | 5-6 | Loss | -100 | 11 h 57 m | Show | |
The Golden Knights are healthier, with Stone and Pacioretty returning, and very well rested. The Ducks are on the wrong end of a back to back, with Stolarz likely in net. He has been sharp when he has played, but has only faced the NHL's bottom feeders, so facing the Knights might be an eye-opener. His opponent Lehner is still not excelling, giving up a couple of goals a game. Anaheim has better than expected offense this year, and the Knights offense has finally been rounding into form. Neither defense is better than average. The Total tonight is set at 5.5. I can see this one going over easily |
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11-30-21 | Capitals +125 v. Panthers | 4-5 | Loss | -100 | 9 h 37 m | Show | |
The Panthers have been a powerhouse this year, especially at home, however they are missing both Barkov and Duclair today, and have seemed a bit more vulnerable of late. With Bobrovsky in net one would immediately think "adavantage Florida" but Samsonov has been almost unbeatable in the net this season. Ovechkin, showing no signs of aging, has strapped the Caps to his back and skated with them, and the Capitals defense has been very solid. After an embarrassing loss to the Kraken, once might expect bounceback from the Panthers, but I think they are over-favored here. Look for the underdog Capitals to steal this one. Washington to win. |
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11-28-21 | Lightning v. Wild OVER 5.5 | 2-4 | Win | 101 | 2 h 53 m | Show | |
The last time these two teams played it ended up a high scoring overtime win for the Lighning, but that was a back to back with second string goalies. The Lightning have been impressive of late but they have been feeding on the small fry with a pair of shutouts. The Wild have a solid home record, and very good offense; The can score a ton, but they do give up a lot of goals. Talbot has not been as sharp as he was early. Minnesota is a" win big, lose big" team and the over is just average. Take this one to go over. |
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11-27-21 | Jets v. Flames -1.5 | Top | 4-2 | Loss | -100 | 11 h 49 m | Show |
The Jets stagger into Calgary on a back to back and after a drubbing from the Wild. Flames are rested and have Markstrom in net. It is likely Comrie in the net for the Jets and he was shelled last time out. The Flames are on a tear at the moment, have the best defense in the league, and a balanced and potent offense. At 0-5, the Jets aren't scoring and are not going to break their losing streak tonight. Take the Flames -1 1/2 all the way to the bank. |
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11-26-21 | Panthers v. Capitals -107 | 3-4 | Win | 100 | 6 h 10 m | Show | |
These two powerhouses faced each other in Fla. in November, with the Panthers winning in overtime. As good as the Panthers are at home, they have struggled on the road lately, with a couple of unlikely losses. The Caps are also a very good home team and it is likely their better goaltender is in the net today. The Caps and Panthers are evenly matched; both with solid offenses and defenses in the NHL top five. All things being equal, take the home team Capitals to win tonight. |
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11-24-21 | Wild v. Devils OVER 6 | 3-2 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 5 m | Show | |
After a very hot start, the Wild netminder Talbot has struggled in net, and while the Wild have plenty of offense (4th) they have been scored upon more than average of late. The Devils are also giving up a lot of goals, 18 in their last 4 games to be exact, and are only middling in defense at the best of times. Both teams are struggling right now. I like the Wild's chances tonight but i like the total's possibilities better. Take the total in this game to go over |
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11-23-21 | Oilers +101 v. Stars | Top | 1-4 | Loss | -100 | 8 h 29 m | Show |
the Oilers are an underdog here, for no reason i can understand. Skinner, the Oilers rookie goaltender has been very sharp with a near .940 SV%. The goaltending situation is uncertain for the Stars as Holtby is day to day, and the Stars other options are not nearly as solid. The two key matchups here are the Oilers' potent offense vs the Stars 22nd rated defense. and the Oilers top powerplay vs the Stars' 27th rated PK. The Oilers are rested and ready. This sounds like a victory parade to me. Oilers to win. |
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11-22-21 | Blue Jackets -115 v. Sabres | 7-4 | Win | 100 | 6 h 34 m | Show | |
The Sabres are off a deflating loss last night, while Columbus had the Sunday off. Korpisalo likely starts for the Jackets, and he hasn't been strong but Buffalo's third stringer Dell has been worse. Advantage Blue Jackets. The Sabres were surprising in the season's start with a brief surge, but are rapidly finding their way to the NHL depths. Neither team defends particularly well, but Columbus has a distinct edge on offense. Look for them to win on the road against a weary and demoralized Sabres group. Blue Jackets to win. |
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11-21-21 | Coyotes v. Kings -1.5 | 2-1 | Loss | -100 | 10 h 23 m | Show | |
After 7 straight wins, the Kings have now lost 3 in a row, and will be out for blood tonight against the not so wily Coyotes. The Coyotes won last night, but 2 wins in a row seems highly unlikely. Quick is likely in the net for the Kings, and is sporting a shiny .940 SV%. Vejmelka has been less impressive (.897) and has yet to win a game. Both teams are on back to backs. The Coyotes have very little offense, and for that matter, very little defense (32nd and 31st respectively). I like the Kings' chances enough to take them on the puck line, which makes them an underdog tonight. Take the Kings -1 1/2 |
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11-20-21 | Blue Jackets v. Golden Knights OVER 5.5 | 2-3 | Loss | -115 | 11 h 52 m | Show | |
Vegas and Columbus have both been scoring and allowing a ton of goals lately. This game will match the 20th vs the 24th ranked defenses. 24 goals were scored for and against for Vegas and 25 for the Jackets in the last three games respectively. Neither goaltender has exactly stood on their head this season. That said, the total is an average 5.5 today. Take the total to continue the trend and go over tonight. |
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11-20-21 | Flames -102 v. Islanders | 5-2 | Win | 100 | 8 h 55 m | Show | |
After a seemingly endless road trip to start the season, the Islanders will be looking for a win in their very first game in their new digs. The Isles have been their usual low scoring selves, but have not been as stingy as usual, allowing almost three goals a game. They will be missing their captain and others to illness tonight. It will likely be Sorokin in net. He is usually solid, but bombed and was pulled in his last game. The Flames haven’t been quite as sharp lately but own the second ranked defense, and a very potent offense this season. They are tough to play against, a very good road team and net minder Markstrom can be a game changer. I am sure the Flames would like nothing better than to play spoiler tonight, and with the way that the Isles have been playing, that very well could happen. Take the underdog Flames to win. |
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11-19-21 | Jets v. Canucks OVER 5.5 | 2-3 | Loss | -118 | 11 h 44 m | Show | |
With the Jets off a tough loss in a shootout last night, one would think that this would be an opportunity for the beleaguered Canucks to step up and show something. They face Comrie in the net. Comrie is the third string netminder for the Jets, but he has been playing surprisingly well in his few appearances. The Jets will be tired, but have superior scoring and a very solid defense this year. The Canucks can’t score, and can’t defend, ranked 27th in both categories. Their PK is shockingly bad and their PP not much better. Can the Canucks take advantage of the Jets on a back to back? I am not convinced. There are a couple of possible scenarios. Either the Canucks show some bounce and pot a few for a change, or completely fall to pieces. Both involve goals scored. Take the total to go over. |
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11-18-21 | Red Wings v. Golden Knights OVER 5.5 | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 10 h 18 m | Show | |
These two teams played a week or so back, resulting in a Red Wings victory and an over total. Vegas has picked it up since then, scoring more often. Neither goaltender has been startling, and the defenses rank 21st and 27th in goals allowed. Detroit has allowed 10 goals in their last 2 games, and Vegas 8 goals. The total is set at 5.5 today which is surprising as all 6 of the Knights last games' have surpassed that. I expect this game to go over the total again. |
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11-17-21 | Blackhawks +135 v. Seattle Kraken | 4-2 | Win | 135 | 11 h 42 m | Show | |
The Chicago Black Hawks still aren’t scoring but they are winning; three in a row since sacking their coach. Their previously woeful defense has tightened up, and they have only allowed 5 goals in the last 4 games. Tonight will be a test, as it will be their first road game since the coaching change. The Kraken are just plain struggling; losers of 4 straight at home and away, while giving up 20 goals in the process. The Kraken have the 29th ranked defense and unlike Chicago, we have seen no glimmer of improvement. An area of note will be the Kraken’s 31st ranked PP vs the Black Hawks’ 3rd ranked PK. Neither goaltender appears strong, whether the fault of the defense or through their own struggles. Fleurie has at least appeared to be on the rebound. The Kraken are favored, but I think it will be Chicago that steals this one. Take the underdog Black Hawks to win. |
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11-16-21 | Hurricanes -123 v. Golden Knights | 4-2 | Win | 100 | 11 h 39 m | Show | |
The Golden Knights are hot, winning 5 of their last 6 games, but other than the Wild, those teams are a Who's Who of the NHL cellar. The Canes outscore the Knights, and are ranked 1st in defense. Carolina's PP and PK are 9th and 5th respectively; the Knights' are 27th and 17th. In net, Andersen is as hot as anyone, Lehner is improving after a rough start. take the Hurricanes to win. |
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11-16-21 | Sabres v. Penguins OVER 6 | 2-1 | Loss | -100 | 8 h 35 m | Show | |
The Sabres, off a tough loss against the Leafs, travel to Pittsburgh to face the Penguins. The Penguins have Crosby back, and while that will undoubredly help the offense and the struggling PP, it won't solve defensive issues. This game pits the Sabres' 21st rated defense vs the Penguins' 26th rated defense. Niether Jarry nor Tokarski had been bombproof this season. The Sabres' offense has been unexpectedly good, and we can expect un uptick in the Penguins' scoring numbers. The total is slightly inflated, but still the way to go. Take the over today. |
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11-15-21 | Red Wings +116 v. Blue Jackets | 3-5 | Loss | -100 | 6 h 42 m | Show | |
The Red Wings are trending upwards, winning 4 of 5 games. They have solid goaltending and have been stingy, giving up two goals a game over the last four. Columbus has lost their last two, and has given up 15 goals in their last four games. It is likely Nedeljkovic vs. Columbus’s Merzlikins in the net. Both have been solid, although Merzlikins did give up 5 goals on 41 shots against the Rangers last start. Neither offense is particularly startling. The Blue Jackets are favored tonight, but their defensive letdown lately is troubling. I am looking for the Red Wings to steal this one. Detroit to win. |
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11-14-21 | Penguins v. Capitals -125 | 1-6 | Win | 100 | 7 h 28 m | Show | |
The Penguins are an enigma this week, first knocking of the Panthers, they dumped by a seriously depleted Senators team. In back to back games, they face the Capitals tonight. In the net for the Penguins is Jarry (.929 SV%), facing the Capitals' Samsonov (.894). The Caps have won three straight and had the night off on Saturday. Their offense, as usual, is purring along but there defense has also been very good; fourth in the league, and even stingier at home. The Penguins, scoring just over 3 goals a game are obviously missing their big two, especially in the power play where they are scoring at only a 9 % rate. Spoiler alert: Crosby may return todnight.. They have also struggled on defense, allowin over 3 goals a game. Crosby or no, look for the Capitals to take this one. |
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11-13-21 | Maple Leafs v. Sabres OVER 6 | 5-4 | Win | 104 | 8 h 56 m | Show | |
Leafs/Sabres Two untested third string goal tenders are in the net by necessity for the Leafs and Sabres and both teams are in back to back situations tonight. At this point the Sabres score and allow more goals, but there are signs of the Leafs’ offense opening up. The Leafs are a hot 7-1 in their last 8 games, while the Sabres are almost the reverse. This is the first NHL experience for both goalies, and with two tired defenses, the score could mount up. Take the total, which is slightly inflated to still go over. |
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11-12-21 | Oilers v. Sabres OVER 6 | 2-3 | Loss | -105 | 8 h 57 m | Show | |
The Oilers are on a back to back on the road, with Skinner (.921) facing the Sabres' goalie Tokarski (.902 SV%). The Sabres have fallen back to earth after their hot start, and have now lost 6 straight. More to the point, they have allowed nearly 5 goals a game over their last 4 starts, while scoring 11. One thing you can count on from the Oilers is offense. They are first in the league in goals scored, facing a 22nd rated Sabres defense. This will be Skinner's second start this season, so he is a bit of a wild card, and the Oilers are hardly defensive paragons, having allowed 11 goals in their last three games. The Total is slightly inflated, but the over is still the way to go tonight. |
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11-11-21 | Islanders -130 v. Devils | 0-4 | Loss | -130 | 8 h 50 m | Show | |
Islanders vs. Devils The Islanders are their usual low scoring, solid defense selves this year and must be getting used to road games by now. Sorokin (.939 SV%) is likely to start and he is a definite step up from the Devils’ Blackwood (.910 SV%). The last time the Isles faced Blackwood, they pummeled him to the tune of 5-1. The Devils have a winning record this year, but are down Jack Hughes, and Hamilton is questionable tonight. They have an under-performing PP and PK at the moment, and are average with just under 3 goals for and against. The Islanders are off a loss, are healthy and well rested. Their goals against average is 6th in the league. I see the Islanders bouncing back tonight. Islanders to win outright. |
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11-09-21 | Sharks v. Flames OVER 5.5 | 4-1 | Loss | -100 | 13 h 38 m | Show | |
The Sharks will be very shorthanded due to Covid protocols on the road against the Flames. They've started well, but this game will be tough, especially with Adin Hill in net (.886 SV%), and the long list of players out. Calgary is healthy, rested, and playing a very balanced and disciplined game right now. The Flames have the 5th rated offense in the NHL at the moment, with scoring from a variety of sources. The Sharks are scoring just under 3 goals a game, and allowing 2.6. With Hill in net, it is likely that Calgary will continue to pot a few. Markstrom hasn't been quite as lights out in 2 of his last 3, and the Flames have allowed 2 of 3 to go into overtime, adding to the total. This will be a very overworked team on Tuesday night. Take the total to go over. |
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11-08-21 | Panthers -115 v. Rangers | 3-4 | Loss | -115 | 13 h 60 m | Show | |
Panthers/Rangers The Panthers have started this season about as well as is possible. Winners of three straight, they have a bit of the injury bug, but that hasn’t really affected them. Bobrovsky might be back in the net on Monday which would be good news, although Knight has been okay. Whichever goalie is in, the Panthers have allowed less than 1.9 goals against so far this season, combined with a second in the league goals for avg. The Rangers have struggled in their last three games on the road. Losing all three, they were outscored 15-7. This, inspite of hot goaltending from Shesterkin. The Rangers’ offense, 27th in the league will have its hands full with a Panthers defense that is 2nd in the league overall. Rangers on home ice isn’t going to cut it; take the Panthers TO WIN with surprisingly good odds. |
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11-07-21 | Islanders +100 v. Wild | 2-5 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 5 m | Show | |
Islanders vs. Wild. The Islanders, with an 18th ranked offense, are on the road against the Wild, with both teams in back to back games. The Wild can pump out the goals, to the tune of 3+ per game, but have given up a 26th rated 3.4 goals a game. While the Isles haven't scored a ton, they have been typically stingy in the goals against category, allowing only a pair per game. It will likely be Sorokin (.938, 1.98 GA) vs the Wild's Kahkonen, who struggled very badly in his only start this year. The Islanders shut out the Jets on Saturday and opened up the offense against the Habs earlier in the week. The Wild took it to overtime and a shootout before winning on Saturday. While it is another road game for the Isles, they should be used to it by now. Take the underdog Islanders, with Parisse looking for a bit of payback, to steal one. Islanders to win. |
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11-06-21 | Golden Knights -103 v. Canadiens | 5-2 | Win | 100 | 11 h 16 m | Show | |
GoldenKnights/Canadiens While still down key players to injuries, the Golden Knights seem to be slowly righting the ship after winning 4 of their last 5 games. They still haven’t scored a PP goal this season but that could change on Saturday vs the woeful Canadiens. The Habs are allowing a 27th worst 3.3 goals avg this year and have a very poor PK. Montreal goaltender Allen has shined at times, but overall is just average. His opponent Lehner is at .915 SV% and climbing. Neither offense is showing well, but the Habs’ is particularly bad, scoring just 2.0 goals on average per game. Vegas has played statistically better on the road this season. Look for them to win again vs the Canadiens |
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11-05-21 | Predators v. Canucks UNDER 5.5 | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 14 h 45 m | Show | |
Predators/Canucks The Predators, on the road and with their third game in 4 nights face the struggling Canucks. While the new additions to the Vancouver lineup have largely been successful, the top scoring line of the Canucks has been slow to start. The Canucks are scoring only 2.4 goals per game, and with a struggling power play. The Predators at 5-5 are middle of the pack in many regards, with goals for at 2.7 and goals allowed at 2.9. They are getting solid goaltending from Saros, who has been very sharp, particularly against Calgary 2 games back. The Canucks have also had solid goaltending. But for Thatcher Demko, the Canucks would really be in the dumpster. Allowing 2.6 goals a game, the defense is an improvement over last year but is still a work in progress. The Predators are missing Forsberg which is a blow. The Canucks are missing a pair of fourthliners, who are important in the PK. With the low-scoring Canucks and two topnotch goalies, I’m looking at the total in the ‘Nucks/Preds and thinking under. |
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11-04-21 | Golden Knights v. Senators +105 | 5-1 | Loss | -100 | 7 h 49 m | Show | |
Golden Knights/Senators After the blockbuster trade for Eichel, the immediate impact on the Golden Knights is minimal, as Tuch was already out, and Krebs, while a good prospect, has been largely a non-starter this year. Vegas is coming off a 4-0 drubbing against the Leafs. The defensively-suspect Senators are back home after a 1-2 road trip. Gustavsson (2.96, .916) is probably their best bet in goal. He faces Lehner, who has not excelled this year with a .906 save %. Vegas has real scoring woes, with a 2.22 goals for avg. and remarkably, still no powerplay goals. Zero! It is no wonder that Vegas isn’t scoring, missing 3 key offensive players. Defensively, it is the 26th ranked defense (Vegas) vs the 27th rated defense (Ottawa). The Senators can at least score a few goals. I think they are due today. Take the Senators to win this one. |
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11-03-21 | Blues -130 v. Kings | 2-3 | Loss | -130 | 10 h 33 m | Show | |
Blues/Kings The Blues meet up with the Kings in LA on Wednesday. This is the third meeting between the two clubs, with the Blues up 2-0. LA is off a pair of wins, and veteran Kopitar is defying age as their leading offensive threat. Shut him down and there goes a good part of the offense, as the Kings goals/game is 22nd in the league (2.44). Their goals against is worse, at 2.67, and they are now missing two key defensemen. Goalie Petersen has not hit his stride with a below average .895 save %. The Blues have started strongly this season. Their unbeaten streak was broken, but they are now 2-0 again. They are scoring very well (4.14 GA), and have the second best PP this year. The Blues defense is tough to play against, and they are also 2nd in the NHL in PK. Goalie Binnington has steadily improved this season and now sports a save % of .926. Of note, both these two teams are missing key players due to Covid protocol. One of these two teams will go 3-0 on Wednesday. My bet is that it will be the Blues. Take the Blues to win outright. |
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11-02-21 | Predators v. Flames -149 | 3-2 | Loss | -149 | 9 h 26 m | Show | |
Predators/Flames What a turnaround for the Flames this year! They are on a 6 game win streak, five of those wins on the road. It is not just Markstrom (1.33 GA, .957 save%) who is hot. Hard line coach Sutter has this team playing a disciplined brand of hockey (2nd in the league in goals allowed), and they are getting scoring from a balanced attack, counting 3.6 goals/game. The Preds are on a 3 game win streak of their own, but I believe they will struggle vs. the Flames. Saros (2.45 GA, .917 save %) is likely in the net, and he has been solid. The Predators can’t match the Flames in offense or defense at this point. A match-up to watch will be the Flames’ formidable power play vs Nashville’s struggling PK. Take the Flames to win outright. These are generous odds. |
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11-01-21 | Seattle Kraken v. Oilers OVER 6.5 | 2-5 | Win | 104 | 10 h 8 m | Show | |
Take the high octane Oilers, extraordinary on the PP so far, and with more than the usual 1-2 punch for offense this year. Add the Kraken on the road, on the butt end of a back to back and with a back up goalie, and what do you get? A recipe for a high total. And don't forget. While Edmonton has potted 29, the Kraken have 22 goals themselves this season. Take the total to go over. |
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10-31-21 | Canadiens v. Ducks -105 | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 5 h 36 m | Show | |
Canadiens/Ducks The Habs have a pair of wins, finally, but are still struggling with poor goals for and equally poor goals against stats. They have only scored more than 1 goal a game in three starts. They were thumped by the Kings yesterday, and will start back up Montembeault (1 start, 5.00 GA, 861 save %). This is not good news, considering they are still missing two key defenders. The Ducks have only a pair of wins themselves, but have 3 overtime losses as well, in addition to other 1 goal losses. They are no longer the dull team from last year, with some very good young players. The Ducks have scored 3+ goals a game but have allowed more at 3.3. They are missing Rakell on Sunday, but will still showing better, I think, than the Canadiens. On the road and on the butt end of back to backs, this is a demoralized Habs’ team. Look for the Ducks to fly away with this one. Ducks to win outright. |
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10-30-21 | Flyers v. Flames -145 | 0-4 | Win | 100 | 15 h 3 m | Show | |
Flyers/Flames The Flyers, in their third game on the road, face the Flames on Saturday. The Flames swept their recent road trip. Can the Flyers do the same? They’ll have to put a few past Markstrom, and that is no small order at the moment. He has a 1.25 goals allowed avg., a .944 save % and has two shutouts in 3 games. Markstrom can absolutely be a game changer when he is on. Carter Hart will likely start for the Flyers. He hasn’t won me over after last year, but he has been steady (.915). The Flyers are 2nd in the league in goals scored. They have 6 players with a point or more per game but a very scoring %. This may not be sustainable. Calgary is no slouch for goal scoring either at 3.6 per game. Calgary’s defense is 4th in the league with a 2.1 goals against avg. The Flyers are 10th in the league, allowing 3.0 goals per game. Ryan Ellis will likely still be missing. After a poor season last year, Calgary made some solid changes that are coming home to roost now. Saturday’s game is only the Flames’ second home game of the season. Look for a bit of a show in front of those home town fans. Calgary to win outright. |
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10-28-21 | Avalanche v. Blues +114 | 4-3 | Loss | -100 | 13 h 12 m | Show | |
Avalanche/Blues Are the Avalanche starting to show signs of life? It wasn’t evident in their loss vs a shaky Golden Knights team. Despite their poor play, they are a road favorite vs. the 5-0 Blues. Missing their captain O’Reilly for ten days is a blow, but the Blues have plenty to feel good about. They have scored the most goals in the league to this point, averaging 5 a night. (The Avalanche are 21st..) They have allowed 2.29 goals a game. Colorado has allowed 3.8, which is 30th in the league. The Blues have an enormous advantage in both the PK and PP to date. And to top it off, Binnington is out pacing Kuemper with a .919 compared to to .900 save %. The Avs are missing a pair of defencemen, not good news when your defense is struggling at the rate they are. With as much offense as they have it is only a matter of time before they start scoring. Will it be on Thursday night? That might be premature. Take the underdog Blues to win this one. |
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10-26-21 | Flames v. Devils OVER 5.5 | 5-3 | Win | 100 | 8 h 12 m | Show | |
Flames/Devils The Flames, off a big win last night, are on the road again against the Devils, in back to back games. They were 4-6 in back to backs hast season, and have backup goaltender Vladar in the net. Vladar has blayed one game this season, and has an .880 save %. The Flames have won 3 straight and are injury free at the moment. The Devils are rested but not injury free at the moment, missing a pair of goaltenders and a pair of forwards, including Jack Hughes. They are running out a third string goalie tonight. Wedgewood is 0-1 with an .852 save%. These are not high scoring teams although Calgary did notch 6 last night vs. the Rangers. The Devils’ defense has shown improvement this year, but without regular goaltending the total seems like the best bet. Shop around and take the total to go over. |
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10-25-21 | Coyotes v. Panthers -1.5 | 3-5 | Win | 100 | 6 h 29 m | Show | |
Coyotes/Panthers The Panthers are 5-0 and at home. They have a goals for/against rate of 24/8. With the 0-5 Coyotes you can roughly reverse that stat. Bobrovski is playing like a champ at 4-0, .942. Hutton has started two games and has a save % of around .700! The only area that Florida has struggled is on the power play. That may change tonight as the Coyotes’ PK is shockingly poor. My only concern is that the Panthers take this game seriously. Take the Panthers to win - 1.5. |
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10-23-21 | Panthers -140 v. Flyers | 4-2 | Win | 100 | 8 h 27 m | Show | |
Panthers/Flyers The High-flying Panthers are on the road vs the Flyers. Panthers are 4-0 and have knocked off some big-ticket teams so far. The Flyers have wins against the Bruins and the Kraken. The Flyers are leading the league in goals scored with balanced offense across the lines. Their PP has been clipping along at a great but unsustainable 42% rate. Their defense has not been as good. They are 17th in the league and will likely be missing Ellis for Saturday’s game. And which Hart will show up? He looked dismal in his first start but turned things around in his second game. The Panthers are a well-coached team, strong on offense and defense, and destined for a playoff run this year. They are scoring at a 4.5 goals per game rate, and while their power play has not quite woken up, their PK has been terrific. They have only allowed 1.8 goals per game so far. Their young goalie of the future starts on Saturday. Knight was very sharp, stopping 30 of 31 shots in his first start. The Panther will break their unbeaten winning streak, but I don’t think it will be tonight against the Flyers. Take the Panthers to win. |
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10-22-21 | Oilers v. Golden Knights OVER 6 | 5-3 | Win | 100 | 12 h 45 m | Show | |
Oilers vs Golden Knights: The red-hot Oilers face the subdued Golden Knights in Las Vegas on Friday. The Oilers are 3-0, on the backs of their dynamic duo, and scoring more than 4 goals a game so far. Goalie Mike Smith is out and the Oilers have been allowing a ton of shots on net. Their backup, Koskinen, has not played very much this season, and the Oilers have back to back games, so the goalie issue is up in flux. Vegas is 1-2, off a loss, and not performing as expected. Missing two key offense components, Pacioretty and Stone, to injuries already, they have not been scoring. They have not been defending either, allowing a 25th in the league average of 4 goals a game. Neither Golden Knights goalie has started well. There is little doubt that the Oilers will score, but unless they play a better brand of defense, there is little doubt they will be scored upon. I like the total in this situation. Take the Oilers and Knights to go over the total. |
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10-13-21 | Canucks v. Oilers OVER 6.5 | 2-3 | Loss | -114 | 15 h 58 m | Show | |
Canucks vs Oilers After a rough season last year, the Canucks have made many changes with the expectation of improving the team. Training camp didn’t work out quite as expected. Their two best players were late starts at training camp due to contract issues. Defenseman Harmonic is still a no-show. There will undoubtedly be a settling in period for all the new faces. The Canucks may be very weak in their own zone early, if not for the whole season. The Oilers still sport two of the top players in the league and managed to beat the Canucks 3-2 in exhibition without McDavid and Draisaitl even in the lineup. The Canucks should be good for a couple of goals, and the Oilers may take the opportunity to run wild in their fans-in-building home opener. Take this game to go over the total. |
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06-30-21 | Canadiens +183 v. Lightning | Top | 1-3 | Loss | -100 | 15 h 13 m | Show |
The set-up: Do I think that Tampa is going to sweep the Canadiens? I don't. Do I believe that Montreal has what it takes to "steal" a game here from the defending champs? I do as well. This Montreal team has been unbelievable at making adjustments from game-to-game and now desperate to avoid an 0-2 hole, I believe Carey Price and company will find a way to deliver. The pick: Tampa's been damn good in the playoffs as well. But not perfect. Also note that Montreal is 7-2 in its last nine in trying to revenge a three goals or greater road loss to an opponent. Toronto was down 3-1 to the Leafs in the Opening round and never once gave up hope. I look for the Habs to bounce-back and shock the Lightning in their own barn in Game 2. This is a 10* GAME 2 PLAY-BOOK on the Canadiens. |
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06-28-21 | Canadiens +1.5 v. Lightning | Top | 1-5 | Loss | -163 | 28 h 60 m | Show |
The set-up: I've had a lot of success playing on Montreal so far in the playoffs. I think that the Habs have been completely underrated. The Lightning are probably the better team in this series, but they've been less the dominant, needing seven games to get past the Islanders. I think Montreal is better than New York. The pick: This is going to be a tight series. I think Game 1 will see Montreal try to do what it's done so often in this playoffs, and that's steal Game 1. In a contest which I envision being decided late or even in extra time, I'm going to lay the price for the extra 1.5 goals of insurance. This is a 10* PUCK-LINE GAME OF THE WEEK on the Canadiens. |
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06-25-21 | Islanders v. Lightning -159 | Top | 0-1 | Win | 100 | 28 h 5 m | Show |
The set-up: I'm not going to break down the cast of characters on each team. If you're wagering on this contest, you almost assuredly know the strengths and weaknesses of each team and how they got to this point. So why is Tampa going to win Game 7 here on its own ice? I don't think that its experience at this level can be overlooked. New York is in unchartered territory right now. The pick: Tampa is 26-8-2-0 at home, while New York is just 16-17-3-1 on the road this season. The last time these teams played here, the Bolts won 8-0. I don't expect such a ridiculous lop-sided destruction here in Game 7, but I do expect it to be convincing. Lay the price with confidence. This is a 10* GAME 7 BEST OF THE BEST on the Lightning. |
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06-24-21 | Golden Knights v. Canadiens OVER 5 | Top | 2-3 | Push | 0 | 29 h 24 m | Show |
The set-up: This series has been dominated by great goaltending and tough defensive play. Las Vegas was favored to win this series by quite a lot, but the high-powered Knights are now on the ropes as they try to figure out this tough Habs' defense. Las Vegas was the No. 1 defensive team in the league this year, but it was also the No. 3 on the offensive end. The pick: Montreal is going to have its hands full here against a Las Vegas team playing with deperation. Montreal has been good offensively throughout the playoffs though and will have extra opportunities on the back end with the Knights' defenders having to constantly join the attack. Game 6 (to me!), just screams over. This is a 10* TOTAL COACHES CORNER on the OVER Knights/Habs. |
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06-23-21 | Lightning v. Islanders UNDER 5 | Top | 2-3 | Push | 0 | 26 h 32 m | Show |
The set-up: This has been a back and forth series, but after getting blown out 8-0 in Game 5, I believe that the Islanders are going to double-down on the defensive end in an attempt to stave of elimination. The Isles have seen the total go "under" in eight of their last 11 in trying to revenge a five goals or greater road loss to an opponent as well. The pick: Tampa looked not only great on the offensive end in scoring those eight goals, but it also looked great defensively. Do I expect the Bolts to explode for another eight goals tonight? Of course not, that was an outlier. Do I believe that Tampa's going to play "lock down" defense and get great goaltending again? That's a given. So after the offensive explosion in Game 5, Game 6 sets up as a lower-scoring "under." This is a 10* TOTAL PLAY-BOOK on the UNDER Lightning/Islanders. |
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06-22-21 | Canadiens +210 v. Golden Knights | Top | 4-1 | Win | 210 | 12 h 52 m | Show |
The set-up: I love the Habs chances here. I think they have much more than just a "punchers" chance in this one. These teams' playoff numbers are almost identical. There's been no clear advantage for either team. On home ice or on the road. The pick: Montreal though is 7-1 in its last eight in trying to revenge an OT home loss against an opponent in which it was held to one or less goals in. Great value on a great team. This is a 10* PLAY-BOOK on the Canadiens. |
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06-21-21 | Islanders +1.5 v. Lightning | 0-8 | Loss | -171 | 13 h 8 m | Show | |
The set-up: The same reasoning behind why I laid the price for Montreal on the puck-line last night, is the same reasoning that I'm using here for the Islanders. Game 5, tied 2-2. This series has been incredibly even. Both series have. For the most part, they've been very defensive affairs and that should once again be the case here. The pick: I just can't see the Lightning running up the score here even if they do get the lead. In a contest which I see being decided late, or even in extra time, I'm laying the price for the extra 1.5 goals. This is an 8* PUCK-LINE DESTRUCTION on the Islanders. |
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06-20-21 | Golden Knights v. Canadiens +1.5 | 2-1 | Win | 100 | 30 h 13 m | Show | |
The set-up: These teams are evenly matched. If you check out their year long stats, Las Vegas has the superior numbers, but since the playoffs have started, these teams are in fact evenly matched up and down the line. The pick: The mighty Las Vegas offense has for the most part been cold in this series and I don't expect anything to change here either in Game 4. The Canadiens have the blue-print to success, and everything points to this one coming down to the wire once again. This is an 8* DESTRUCTION on the Montreal Canadiens on the PUCKLINE. |
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06-19-21 | Lightning v. Islanders OVER 5 | Top | 2-3 | Push | 0 | 29 h 23 m | Show |
The set-up: This has been a very defensive series so far, but I think that changes finally here. The Lightning won 2-1 in Game 3, but note that the Isles have seen the total go "over" in eight of their last 12 in trying to revenge a home loss against an opponent in which it was held to one or less goals in. The pick: These teams have two of the best goaltenders between the pipes, but the overall situation points to more of a wide-open affair. I expect the Islanders to go on the attack early and to push the pace from the opening face-off, until the final horn. As a result, look for this total to fly "over" the posted number sooner, rather than later. This is a 10* SEMI-FINALS TOTAL OF THE YEAR on the OVER Lightning/Islanders. |
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06-18-21 | Golden Knights v. Canadiens +1.5 | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 28 h 3 m | Show | |
The set-up: Both opening games of this series have been competitive and I expect that to again be the case here as it shifts to Montreal. These teams are very evenly matched. On both ends of the ice. Goaltending is a "wash," and the Knights perceived advantage on the offensive end is also a "wash" here on the road in the Habs' own building. The pick: Montreal though is 7-2 in its last nine as a home underdog in the +125 to +145 range. I lay chalk when I think that the situation calls for it and while I do think Montreal has what it takes to take Game 3 outright, I'll lay the price and grab the insurance. This is an 8* PUCK-LINE DESTRUCTION on the Canadiens. |
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06-17-21 | Lightning v. Islanders UNDER 5 | Top | 2-1 | Win | 118 | 30 h 54 m | Show |
The set-up: Game 1 went "under." Game 2 went "over." I think Game 3 follows suit here and will fall "under" once the final horn sounds. New York isn't going to win this series by turning this into a "track meet" with the Lightning. Instead, they'll have to grind out victories and wait for the Bolts to make the first mistake. The pick: These are two of the best defensive clubs in the NHL, and this decisive Game 3 has all the makings of a lower-scoring affair. Finally, take note that the Isles have seen the total go "under" in eight of their last 11 in trying to revenge a two goals or greater road loss to an opponent. This number is high. This is a 10* TOTAL PLAY-BOOK on the UNDER Lightning/Islanders. |
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06-16-21 | Canadiens +1.5 v. Golden Knights | Top | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 28 h 5 m | Show |
The set-up: Yes, the Golden Knights looked fantastic in Game 1, but I believe that Montreal can make adjustments to be much more competitive in Game 2. The Habs won't be panicking. Montreal has played extremely well, as it had to battle back from a 3-1 deficit to beat high-powered Toronto in seven games, before then sweeping the high-powered Jets in four. The pick: The Habs are also 7-2 in their last nine in trying to revenge a two-goals or greater loss to an opponent. Look for Montreal to at the very least, take this one into extras. This is a 10* PUCK-LINE ELITE OF THE ELITE on the Canadiens. |
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06-15-21 | Islanders v. Lightning -182 | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 30 h 15 m | Show | |
The set-up: I had a play on the Islanders on the "puck-line" in Game 1, and while we didn't even end up needing the extra goal-and-a-half in their 2-1 win, I think that the now revenge-minded Lightning are well worth the price of admission in Game 2. The Isles have been playing at an extremely high-level and a drop off is imminent here in my opinion. The pick: The bottom line is though, Tampa had its chances in Game 1. It has to be feeling confident here though as it's gone 7-2 in its last nine in trying to revenge a home loss against an opponent in which it was held to one or no goals in. I'm laying the price and expecting a winner of the "rocking chair variety." This is an 8* DESTRUCTION on the Lightning. |
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06-14-21 | Canadiens +1.5 v. Golden Knights | Top | 1-4 | Loss | -124 | 30 h 0 m | Show |
The set-up: I think the extra time off here benefits the underdog. The Habs are going to try and win this game by a "war of attrition." Montreal is red hot and I think it has the unit to upset the Golden Knights at their own game. The pick: I had a play on the Islanders on the PUCK-LINE last night as well, but didn't even need the extra goal and a half. Here though, we very well could. In a contest which I see being decided late or in extra time, I'm laying the price for the extra 1.5 goals. This is a 10* PUCK-LINE DESTRUCTION on the Canadiens. |
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06-13-21 | Islanders +1.5 v. Lightning | Top | 2-1 | Win | 100 | 23 h 18 m | Show |
The set-up: Up and down the line, these clubs are very evenly matched. The Islanders have the lockdown defense to push the Lightning to the brink in this series. I also like New York to push the Bolts in Game 1. Note that the Isles are 7-1 in their last eight when playing with three or more days of rest. The pick: Conversely, the Lightning are only 2-6 in their last eight when playing with five or more days of rest. I'm banking on the defensive-minded visiting side, to at the very least, take this one into extra time. This is a 10* PUCK-LINE DESTRUCTION on the Islanders. |
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06-10-21 | Avalanche v. Golden Knights UNDER 5.5 | Top | 3-6 | Loss | -118 | 30 h 46 m | Show |
The set-up: I expect Las Vegas to double down on the defensive end in an attempt to end this series here and now. The Knights stumbled in Game 1, losing 7-1, and while the lost Game 2 in OT, they've still been the much better team in this series from the get-go. Las Vegas is the No. 1 defensive team in the league, and I expect it to put on a classic clinic in front of the home town crowd here. The pick: Colorado is on the ropes and I think that it's fatigued majorily. Look for this one to fall well "under" once the final horn sounds. This is a 10* TOTAL PLAY-BOOK on the UNDER Avs/Knights. |
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06-09-21 | Bruins v. Islanders +121 | Top | 2-6 | Win | 121 | 10 h 9 m | Show |
As of now, the Islanders are underdogs heading home leading 3-2 in their division finals. Bruins out-shot New York 44-19, and had a sub-par performance from the usually dependable Tuukka Rask. If the Bruins are all about the fire power of the perfection line, the Islanders show a balanced attack. While young gun Barzal has stepped up in the last two games, seven forwards are major players in Isles post season scoring. Will there be a home advantage? Bear in mind the Isles’ regular season record of 21-4-3. Special teams? If you face the Bruins, you can count on PP. opportunities. Last night the Islanders converted 3 of 4 opportunities. The Isles are also one of the least penalized teams in the NHL. Last night Boston was 1 for 2 on the power play. Isles goaltender Varlamov has been more than steady in net. Tukkaa Rask is now listed as ‘questionable” for game 6. Believe of that what you may.. One last factor to consider is the ‘Barry Trotz’ impact. A fine strategist with a steadying effect, he is a little like an extra player. The wager Play the islanders to win |
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06-08-21 | Lightning -1.5 v. Hurricanes | Top | 2-0 | Win | 220 | 26 h 1 m | Show |
The set-up: With a chance to eliminate the dangerous Hurricanes, I think the defending champs will not only win Game 5, but I expect them to win big, getting a couple extra emtpy netters in the process. Carolina is on the ropes and I don't think it has the heart left in it to compete from a 1-3 hole. The pick: Carolina got out of its normal game-plan in Game 4, having to push the pace to try and avoid the 1-3 hole, and it'll have to abandon its normally tight defensive game-plan here as well. And that I think is not going to work against the Champs, who are versatile and can adapt. Great value, expect Tampa to move on with a decisive victory. This is a 10* PUCK-LINE BEST OF THE BEST on the Lightning. |
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06-07-21 | Islanders v. Bruins -183 | 5-4 | Loss | -183 | 9 h 15 m | Show | |
The set-up: So far home ice advantage hasn't meant a whole lot in this series, but I do think it will in this game. Boston's superior offensive numbers at home will push it over the top here. New York has struggled with consistency from game-to-game in the playoffs, especially on the road. The pick: Boston is 7-2 in its last nine in trying to revenge a road loss against an opponent as well in which it was held to one or less golas in. Look for Boston to respond in a major way on home ice and lay this price with confidence. This is an 8* DESTRUCTION on the Bruins. |
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06-06-21 | Avalanche v. Golden Knights OVER 5.5 | Top | 1-5 | Win | 109 | 29 h 17 m | Show |
The set-up: I expect an all out offensive war between these two evenly matched clubs. The Avs jumped all over the Knights in the first game of this series and won by a score of 7-1, but since then it's been a very competitive series. The last two games have fallen under th enumber, but I expect a wide-open affair here finally in Game 4. The pick: The Avs have to be careful here to not have a letdown. They'd won six in a row and looked well on their way to winning a seventh and now they'll have to match that intensity from this now confident Knights team. Everything points to a high-scoring offensive affair today. This is a 10* TOTAL PLAY-BOOK on the OVER Avs/Knights. |
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06-05-21 | Hurricanes v. Lightning -150 | 4-6 | Win | 100 | 26 h 29 m | Show | |
The set-up: Carolina lost both games at home, but managed to gut out an OT win in Game 3. Suffice it to say, everything points to a letdown here for the visiting side in my opinion. The Lightning are experienced and will feel confident that they can bounce back here, as note that they're 7-2 in their last nine in trying to avenge a home loss to an opponent. The pick: Carolina is a fantastic team, but the Lightning are just too deep and experienced. I expect a decisive win here, so I'm laying this price without any worries. This is an 8* DESTRUCTION on the Lightning. |