5* Flyers over Detroit

NHL GAME OF THE DAY...BDS

10* MINNESOTA over Calgary

NHL TOP PLAY SELECTION...BDS

47-28 LONG-TERM BIG PLAY STREAK

4* ANAHEIM over Dallas

NHL Key Side Move...BDS

4* Toronto over Carolina

NHL EARLY POWER PLAY...BDS

4* LAS VEGAS over Chicago

NHL BEAT DOWN ANGLE...BDS

The Blackhawks after some good hockey have fallen on hard time losing 5 straight after a 4-2 loss on the coast to Anaheim.  Don't particularly care for the hefty price, but the once struggling Knights are coming off a solid 5-3 win over Washington and now have cashed 7 of 10 pucks.  They were 8-10 just a short while ago.  Good Luck.

4* Islanders+ over Pittsburgh

We all know the Pens winning culture at (35-17-3 vs. NYI) and they are coming in off a 6-3 home win against Colorado, but remember the Avalanche have problems on the road against quality units.  The Islanders (13-10) show off a 3-1 road loss to Winnipeg as NY was playing music on the pipes instead of the net.  Despite the series edge, we'll grab the value with the Isles who are 4-1 L5 road outings against a

10* SHARKS over Senators

NHL GAME OF THE WEEK...BDS

10* LA+ over Edmonton

NHL TOP PLAY REVERSE ANGLE...BDS

We've been hitting some real nice sides of late on the ice.  And, don't forget we finished #7 in the NHL last season.  Here we are going against the public opinion again, this time in the NHL.  The Kings (9-14-1) travel to Edmonton (11-11-2) to do battle in what usually is a very physical affair. At this point, Edmonton has been suffering on a 3-8 run overall.  The Kings after struggling in mid-November have put together back to back wins the last in Vancouver 2-1 in OT.  We note the Kings have played well of late after allowing two or less goals last time bringing a 5-1 ATS mark.   The Oilers seem to stammer after being shutdown offensively indicated by the 4-9 ATS mark when they allow 2 or less goals in their last game. The Kings are 19-7 L26 in the series.  With the Oilers 2-5 ATS against the Western Conference, we'll take the Kings in another shocker up in Canada. Good Luck.

5* (56) Ottawa over Rangers

Although the Senators (4-6) are at home they face the durable New Yorkers (6-3-1) who have been a difficult venue of late.  I am sure with Mark Stone back in the lineup the confidences of the Rangers (13-10-2) have sky rocketed.  The Senators (10-12-3) are coming off a brutal loss to Minnesota (4-6).  No matter, we love our chances with Ottawa who have won 7 straight at home against NYR.  An additional negative for the Rangers is goalie Lundquist struggling on the road this season.  The public has loaded overnight and this afternoon on NY out on the Strip, so we accrue some outstanding value staying home.  Good Luck.

4* Rangers over Senators

NHL MN CRUSHER MOVE...BDS

5* GOLDEN KNIGHTS over Atlanta

NHL BEST BET PKG...BDS

5* Devils over Isles

NHL BEST BET PACKAGE...BDS

5* DUCKS over Oilers

NHL BEST BET DAY PACKAGE...BDS

4* Colorado over Boston

NHL KEY SIDE MOVE....BDS

4* Philly over Coyotes

NHL KEY ANGLE...BDS

5* Minnesota over Vancouver

NHL Monday Best Best Money Line...BDS

4* Calgary+ over Toronto

Toronto is coming off BB wins against Winnipeg, but they are averaging 2.25 goals the last four games (2-2).  They came off an incredible 4 game road swing with 4 victories against Chicago, Dallas, Detroit and Washington.  During that run the Maple Leafs garnered an average of almost 6 goals per encounter.  Tonight they will not have #1 stick Mathews (16) in the lineup.  The Flames travel Monday after losing three straight to Montreal (6-2-2), Pittsburgh (6-1-2) and Washington (5-3-2).  We remind the public in that group of games Calgary dropped a heart breaking 3-2 battle at Montreal which gave the Pens a major emotional edge (9-1) in the ensuing battle. We note the Flames show 3-3 on the road, while Toronto is 3-3 home. If there is value here it is with Calgary who has struggled in this building, even with the Maple Leafs controlling this series at home. Take the Flames tonight to pull a major surprise up in Canada.  Good Luck.

4*  (01) Colorado+ over Columbus

Out of the two clubs, Avalanche have played more effectively in the early going with a 2-0 mark with win last time out over Philadelphia 5-2.  In the contest goalie Varlamov handled 35 saves, a brilliant performance.  What has helped Colorado thus far is their additional defensive depth, which go long for season attempting to secure a Cup.  Offensively, they have 9 goals in two games and seem more ready here, despite a road game.  For the Columbus, Dubinsky will not play, and should be out for awhile.  From the talent standpoint Colorado appears to have the edge at this point in the season.  Technically,  the Avalanche have a controlling edge with a 38-18 in the series.  Good Luck.

4*  Philadelphia over San Jose

The Sharks came east Monday, while being shutout by the Isles 4-0.  Now they travel down to visit the Flyers with a 9-0-1 mark at the Wells Fargo Center.  You would think a rebound is a solid situation for the Sharks coming off a loss showing domination at this site.  However, feel Flyers (1-1) have an edge on the offensive side in this spot.  San Jose has been tardy going 0-10 in power play opportunities this season.  So, with the Flyers 28-16-6 in home openers we look for a huge victory for the home club.  Good Luck.

5* NJ (60) over Tampa Bay @ 7:35 Eastern

Caught a nice dog last night as the Caps rebounded with a 3-2 road win.  Here we have a similar situation with the Lighting traveling to the east coast.  In this series this season, believe it or not, NJ has won all three meetings.  NJ shows 4-0 L4 at home, while the home unit is 17-5 in the overall series.  Tampa Bay comes a Perfect 0-7 if their opponent scored 5 goals or higher in their last game. I think this is a real public game that goes sour for the TB backers.  Good Luck.

5* (14) Washington over Columbus

NHL BEST BET...BDS

Cashed again with the Jets yesterday looking for more on Thursday.  Washington shows 6-1 in the series and 28-13 at home to add power to the side.  The Blue Jackets visit knowing they are 1-6 in the Quarterfinals, while Washington has made it to the playoff round four straight seasons.  With the Caps 12-3 L15 back the home standing unit. Remember 6-2 yesterday including 2-0 in the NHL and NBA.  Good Luck.

5* Winnipeg over Minnesota

NHL PLAYOFFS BEST BET…BDS

The Jets come into game #1 of the playoffs with a stellar 40-12 record at home taking 6 straight versus winning hockey teams. Standing in their way are the Minnesota Wild. However, Minny will be without their best defensive player in Sutter.  So, the probability of success for the Wild is limited especially with the Jets at home.  Winny is 3-1 this season against Minnesota with a 13-6 advantage.  At home the Wild did defeat the Jets 4-1 in their final regular-season meeting so, this is a revenge battle for Winnipeg. Minnesota plays with a 1-5 mark in the Quarterfinals, while the Jets show 6-2 at home against the Wild.  Good Luck.

4* (05) St. Louis over Chicago @8:35 Eastern

What is St. Louis doing?  Now they "must" win here against the Blackhawks who they lost to in St. Louis.  Despite this being a road game the Blues have taken 5-of-7 in Chicago.  It helps that the home unit has been highly frustrated of late and they show 3-13 off a loss which means that can't handle prosperity.  With the Blues 41-18 against losing home units, lay the wood with STL!  Good Luck.

3* Boston over Florida

Realize each unit is in a "need" situation but, for different reasons. The key here is the fact Florida is traveling and they have been horrible in the series going 6-24.  Also, Boston has controlled the puck at home winning 13-of-16.  In closing, the Bruins goalie Rask dominating of late cultivating a 20-4 record with 1.48 goals allowed vs. Florida.  GL.

4* Colorado over Philadelphia 10:05

Both units are fighting for their playoff life's tonight out in Colorado.  Hioweverr can't trust the Flyers who are 1-5 SU on the road of late but more importantly just played night last in this back-to-back set.  Good Luck.

(2) 5* NEW JERSEY over Carolina @ 7:05 Eastern

Not afraid to lay the wood with the Devils as they seem to be a playoff unit, while Carolina is struggling right now going 6-12 L18.  More important, the Canes down hard of late in this series with a 5-11 record.  This spot shows up as a revenge situation for the Devi.s who dropped a 3-1 decision back on March 2nd.  New Jersey can't afford to lose this home scenario as Florida is not far behind in the playoff race.  Remember too, the Canes played last night.  Good Luck.

(4) Dallas over Boston

Granted the Stars have lost six straight but return home looking to regain form despite some nagging injuries.  For the Bruins they have already clinched a playoff spot so, they might not be sharp considering how Dallas has been playing. They have won four straight in this building But, remember center Bergeron is out for Boston.  And, the Bruins are 2-6 in road encounters vs. home units with a +.600 mark.  The Stars are a monster 12-3 at home vs. +.500 road teams and 4-1 with two days rest.  Good Luck.

5* LA over Arizona

NHL BEST BET...BDS

Cashed our NHL side last night with Vegas and we look for more out in the desert this evening.  This is a back to back encounter for the Kings, however, the last time in this situation they defeated Vegas in each.  The strength of schedule is all LA which should help deflect the road questions.  In their last meeting, LA won 6-0 after losing four straight to the Coyotes.  With Arizona a long-term 53-108 when their opponent allows two goals or less in their prior game, the play is the Kings. Good Luck.

4* (115) VEGAS over Philadelphia

NHL BEST BET...BDS

Tough call on the board tonight down in Philly where it appears the Knights are starting to come out of their funk (3-1) because of solid goaltending.  Fleury is 24-9-3 this season, and LV is a super 7-1 within a four-of-six day period.  Philadelphia has been dismal of late at 1-5 L6. Some might think a turnaround is in order considering their 4-0 mark vs. the West.  Still, I prefer Vegas with Fleury allowing 2.16 goals per recently. We close with Knights 22-6 with one day of rest.  Good Luck.

10* WINNIPEG (562) over St. Louis

Granted the Blues (33-20) are playing consistent hockey this season and show 21-6 with no rest. However, must support Jets (32-13) who have won back-to-back games and bring a solid 26-5 record at home.  Also, Winnipeg is 7-1 in the series and 4-1 L5 vs. >.500 road unit.  Good Luck.

4* (67) Vegas over San Jose

No doubt Vegas (35-14-2) is the stronger scoring unit but, will need to play a complete cycle this evening at San Jose (28-17-5).  The Golden Knights have faced a more difficult schedule and show off a road loss on their six-game road swing.  In each of their last four road losses when playing on the road the next game, Vegas is a PERFECT 4-0.  In addition, they bring a 10-1 record against the Pacific.  Finally, with the Knights 11-3 L14 with one day rest...Vegas.

5* (07) St. Louis over Buffalo

The Blues are coming off a rough 3-1 loss on the road against Boston, the home-standing Sabres arrive after a 4-2 loss to Florida.  The Bruins are in the first three league-wide as far as power rankings, while Florida is in the bottom rung of the league.  In the series, the Blues have dominated (20-3--0-2) of late.  The Sabres come in 3-16-4 recently against the visitor and show 6-14-3 at home.  The rebounding Blues catch a little more inspiration tonight when Schwartz and Pietrangelo ice as they did not play in the first game against Buffalo.  Granted the Sabres did play with aggression late in the Florida loss but, just remember the Panthers are short on talent.  Good Luck.

4* Washington (052) over Philadelphia

NHL Sunday catches the Caps after a day off (51-16) with an 81-39 mark vs. >.500 units.  Philly has been hot but, shows 15-33 on the road and 2-6 against the MET.   Further, the Caps have controlled the series at home going 5-1 L6 and bring MAJOR REVENGE after being crushed by the Flyers in Philly back on October 14, 2017...WASHINGTON!

5* (62) STL over Los Angeles @ 8:05 Eastern

Key Best Bet tonight is a little high in the pricing district but, must respect overall situation especially with the Blues at home.  LA (15-8-3) flies in on a three-game winning streak at Washington, at Detroit and home against Anaheim.  The Blues (17-7-1) enter on a 4-2 run while losing at home last time out 3-2 against Anaheim after an easy home win over the Wild 6-3. From the strength standpoint, we believe STL is one of the best five units in the NHL, LA is not, and now they are playing in a tough building.  The series has the Blues 5-1 L6.  STL comes in off a loss showing 16-5 after scoring two or less in their last outing (Anaheim).  They are 11-4 at home, 5-2 with one day of rest.  Visiting LA heating up, however, still 0-4 L4 vs. .500+ units and 1-5 L6 against the West.   In closing the Kings problems versus quality units (.600+) on the road showing 3-7 L10. Good Luck.

5* New York (14) over Detroit @ 7:05 Eastern

The Rangers have won back-to-back games, while on an outstanding 8-2 run L10.   Detroit comes in off a difficult loss but, still playing improved hockey the last few weeks.  This series has always been a hotly contested battle, 5-5 L10 on the board.  However, the last time (2016) on this ice the Red Wings won a 2-1 thriller, and you can bet the Rangers won't let that happen again.  NYR has played the more difficult units thus far with SOS rating at #8.  They are 4-5-1 against the Top-10 teams in the league.  Detroit #29 in SOS is 1-4 versus the Top-10 units. At home, the Rangers show 6-1 L7 in the series and look to build on their two game winning streak over Detroit.  Good Luck.

5* St. Louis over Atlanta....in what should be a real war that could exceed the posted total.  For your very best chance of winning on the ice this Monday, go live now.  And don't miss the other 5* Benger in the NHL that will allow you to sweep the boards.  Good Luck.