4* Philadelphia (11) over Ottawa @ 7:35 

The Flyers have had problems historically in this building but, Senators are hurting physically and the line is telling us so.   With Philly's they should exacerbate the Ottawa lack of proper matchups on the ice and pull out a close victory.  Remember, Ottawa is 1-5 at home, while the Flyers have won 4-of-the-last-5 in the series.  In addition, they show a PERFECT 6-0 after surrendering five or more goals.  Good Luck.  

4* Toronto (08) Carolina @ 7:05 Eastern

These two are going in opposite directions with Carolina off a difficult battle last time out, while the Maple Leafs (7-2) have won three straight and set up at home this evening.  As long as Anderson is in goal they should survive considering Carolina has been a thorn in their sides.  Against LA last time out goalie Anderson (36-of-38) was sensational in the nets.  Carolina (3-3-1) on the road is in a challenging position against a hot unit especially when you consider they are 28th in scoring and Toronto has won 4-of-5 before this evening.  Also, Toronto is a PERFECT 5-0 after their last opponent scored two or fewer goals.

Good Luck, and don't forget our moves for Thursday...#1 in 2017.

4* Nashville+ over New York Rangers @ 12:35 Eastern

Tough early start for traveling Nashville (4-2) winning in Philly last time with an impressive 1-0 win cutting short the Flyers speed. They actually did a great job overall.  Here they have some real advantages over NY (1-5) on the ice including Rinne in goal.  The Rangers dropped a heartbreaker last time out to neighborhood rival Islanders 4-3, so they could be a little flat early.  Up until the Islanders battle, the Rangers showed little offense to speak about. Goals allowed they are at 3.63 per game. NY has lost 8 straight against winning teams going back to last season?  Nashville again is my choice considering they have allowed just 4 goals the L4 games, and bring an 84.8% penalty killing stat into this war.

4* Toronto over Detroit

With the Leafs pulling hot goalie Anderson for this encounter there has been, somewhat, of a strong reaction to the Red Wings side. However, 34-year old goalie Curtis McElhinney (.914) of Toronto who was tagged to make his first start (2.85 GAA) in 2017 should be primed for this encounter.  Recently, in an exhibition set, he played extremely well against these visiting Red Wings.  Detroit (15-32 vs. >.500 units) is 5th worst in the NHL in shots (29.5).  Despite playing on the road (Washington) last night we'll take a ticket with Toronto who won all four series games last year outpointing the Red Wings 17-10. Good Luck.

4* Los Angeles over New York 

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We are ranked #2 in the NHL currently, and #5 this year on the leaderboards.  Our ice moves are solid 13-1 L14 times out winning with the Pens last night.  Tonight if LA goalie Quick is in the nets our chances of cashing increase two-fold with the star player 5-1-2 against the Islanders with a 1.59 GAA.  The Kings lead the series overall at 11-5, while the Islanders are 1-6 in his building. In closing, recall the Kings are shutting down the opposition with the least goals allowed at 1.67.  Good Luck. 

5* Pittsburgh over Florida

NHL GAME OF THE WEEK...BDS

The Panthers are off a loss down in Tampa after arriving early in the morning for the tilt and did seem fatigued on defense in their outing.  Here they set up at home with some rest showing 2-2-1 on the season so, you can fully expect an emotional effort against Florida (2-1).  The Panthers show 1-4 with a day of rest and 5-16 in the recent series.  The Pens have won three straight in the series by a margin of 12-3...PITTSBURGH!

3* (58) Pittsburgh over Nashville

Realize early money has surfaced on Nashville.  But, goalie Pekka Rinne (1-5-2) of Nashville has had problems against Pittsburgh.  The Pens have lost back-to-back games to start, 10-1 at Chicago last time out.  Pittsburgh is a 1-3 rated unit in the league but, has lost some personnel over the last year.  Still, must respect the home ice especially, with the Pens off -9 loss to the Blackhawks and their 5-0 run at home against Nashville.  Good Luck.

5* Detroit+ over Minnesota

Playing in a new building and with Zach Parise (Minnesota) being out, gives the struggling Red Wings a few solid edges.  Also, historically, they play well against the Wild having a solid winning long-term mark in the series. At home, Detroit shows 19-7-1 against Minnesota...Good Luck.

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Pick:  4* Nashville (06) over Chicago @ 8:05 Eastern

Okay, the line opened Nashville -1.40 but, the public has now bet down the road underdog Chicago assuming old trends will prevail in game #4 of the series. Actually, the Predators have shutout the Blackhawks in 2-of-3 playoff games leading the series 3-0 overall.  They can thank Pikka in the nets for their resurgence against the legendary Chicago franchise.  He leads all goalies with a 0.61 GAA and a .979 percentage in saves.  With Nashville winning the faceoff war (58%) vs. Chicago (42%) in that 3-2 OT thriller at the Bridgestone, fully expect the Predators to try and shake history and the mighty franchise from Chicago with another stunning win.  The value is with the small chalk now!

4* STL+ over Minnesota in game #1

Revenge series for the Blues after falling in 6 games to the Wild in 2014-2015.  With Minny only three games plus in the win column, and showing 3-7 vs. >.500 units we'll back St. Louis who shows 6-1 L& road games on the schedule.  Good Luck.

4* Columbus over New York

NHL GAME OF THE DAY...BDS

4* Pittsburgh over Philadelphia

Philly is really frustrated now and can't trust their inconsistent play against the rock solid Pens who are on a solid 7-2-1 run.  The Flyers have lost three straight and show with a 31-29 record. Pittsburgh bearing down for the playoffs is 43-16 SU AND 39-14 against the Metropolitan.  In addition, they show 43-16 with a day rest and 5-1 ATS in the series.   With Philly over charged for this encounter, feel the Pens add to their 5-1 L6 meetings against Philly.

Our hockey analyst, Stephen Diamond, unleashes 5* Tuesday with a strong schedule and continued success (58% long-term) on the ice.  Go inside and CASH AGAIN.  Good Luck.

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NHL PLAYOFF GAME OF THE WEEK

10* CHICAGO (55) over St. Louis
We have the ULTIMATE VALUE...the Stanley Cup Champions as an underdog!  Granted they are on the road in game #1 of the playoffs vs. the recycled Blues.  Statistically, the Blues brought a better record into the playoffs last season, but the Blackhawks went on to become CHAMPS!  Ditto here, as far their records (107 vs. 103) and now the Blues play with "nothing" to lose.  Down the stretch the Blues went 13-4 with a solid 7-1 record against playoff units, taking out the Blackhawks twice.  Consequently, they opened -1.15-1.20 favorite on the Strip.  Chicago making lineup adjustments late in the season, finished on a negative 8-10 run, 2-8 versus playoff types.  Remember, though, the STANLEY CUP CHAMPIONS were under sold last season going into the post season and have now won 8-of-11 playoff series. Granted the home team in this series is 28-12, but STL is 2-8 in the Quarterfinal round of the playoffs.  And, Chicago 8-2 in the Quarterfinal round.  Also, the Blackhawks are a PERFECT 4-0 after the current opponent allowed 5 or more goals in their last game. No matter, the MAJOR EDGE in this encounter is DOUBLE REVENGE. GO CHAMPS!

5* MINNESOTA over Ottawa

Granted the Senators won last night in Winnipeg, but now they travel facing a unit looking for recent revenge.  The Wild comes in 2-9 vs. the Senators of late, but they possess a bundle of contradictions here.  Ottawa is 1-5 off a win and 1-5 with no rest.  Minnesota ices tonight 6-0 in their last six outings overall and 4-0 with a day off.  Huge grudge match for the Wild, so look for a huge win tonight!

4* San Jose over Vancouver

Would normally not test this road set, especially with the "rough" pricing break out this morning.  However, the Sharks dropped their last meeting 4-2 on their home ice where they normally control the issue.   On the road in the series, SJ is 10-1 and 7-0 overall vs. a home unit with under

Play on:  4* ANAHEIM over Edmonton

Rookie goalie Brossoit still trying to secure first NHL win, this time vs. the Ducks who finalize a road trip this evening in Canada.  No doubt Anaheim has secured a position in the playoffs, and might be a little flat early on Monday night, despite the day off.  Still, must respect their legend, while trying to break-even on the year in road sets.   The Ducks show 3-9 at home, 1-6 vs. a losing road unit?   Further, they are a horrid 12-42 vs. the Pacific.   Anaheim 21-5 vs. the West and 11-3 against losing units overall.

03/26 02:05 PM EST   NHL   (53) 5* PITTSBURGH over Detroit  

Pittsburgh: NHL Game of the Week

When they last met on this ice earlier the Pens won 5-2, and now have won back-to-back games in the series, 5-of-7.  Further, Pittsburgh comes into action winning 4 straight off a loss of +3 goals or more.  To add support the Pens are running RED HOT with just a day off, exactly 4-0 before this tilt with Detroit.  The overall handicap has the Pens winning 5-2.  Good Luck.

3* St. Louis (57) over Calgary

Understand there are key injuries on both sides, but prefer the Blues who are red hot winning 6 straight coming into action vs. Calgary.  Further, any time the road unit possesses a better record visiting (20-9) than the opposition's home mark (18-15), it's a game that we will always consider. Don't forget forward Paul Stastny has a three game streak going with 20 goals and 52 points in 45 games. Despite losing last time, the Flames do look much better than in February, but can't see them overturning the Blues momentum.  Good Luck! 

4* Montreal over Buffalo

Major season revenge game for the Canadians who show off a road win vs. TB, while Buffalo comes home after four straight losses and a blowout by the Flyers last night.  Now Buffalo has a huge deficit to overcome this evening 15-50 with no rest.  With the Canadians improving, we'll back the visitor as a Best Bet!

4* BOSTON over Jets

The Bruins seem to be in a letdown set on this trip, but numbers shows us a little different picture.  Boston has won 4 straight games on the road, while going an incredible 12-4 as an underdog.  Further the Bruins scoring (2.89) has improved, with penalty killing abilities exceeding the opposition.  Boston has a more effective PP% probability 24.32 vs. 16.67 vs. Jets, this is an important angle in road choices.  Winnipeg when booked short are 10-17,  "expected" to cash tonight based on the overnight consensus...VALUE BOSTON!  And, the Jets are basically a .500 unit at home, not that impressed.  With Boston a monster 76-36 vs.

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5* Washington over Nashville
Major revenge for the Caps (38-9-3) this evening as they show 0-3 in their most recent trips to the Bridgestone.  Further, home standing Nashville (25-20-7) has shown difficulty after a big scoring outing.  Washington although playing well are 0-17 in power plays of late, so we look for a change in venue here.  In addition, they travel knowing they have won 5 straight vs. winning home units.  Aspiring Nashville come 3-14 after scoring 5+ goals in their last game.
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Play on: 10* LA Kings (53) over Philadelphia @ 7:00 Eastern

NHL TOP PLAY ALERT

Stephen Diamond (Brad Diamond Sports)

The Flyers have documented scoring issues this season, but clearly they have been gallant in their efforts, especially at home of which I have attended the majority of games. The 6-8-3 mark is locked into their #29 scoring position and the lackluster GA. LA we know is looking good in the early season with most games on the schedule at home. With the upcoming run versus some quality teams, this is a must win to set the tone for the road trip.  LA is ranked #3 in GA with a 2.1 mark. while the road team has been quite good of late in series 7-1 to be candid...LA 4-1.

5* LA Kings over San Jose

With all the positive changes made by the Kings since last season look for a major improve in their opener with the Sharks in this home setting. Go Live and cash our GAME OF THE DAY!

10* Anaheim over Calgary

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4* Chicago over Philadelphia

Brad Diamond Sports

Although this is a difficult road game for Chicago, we can't help supporting their position, considering the Flyers 29-29-16 record to-date.  In their last battle Chicago wiped out Philly 4-0 on the Blackhawks ice. Philly comes into ice action tonight on a 2-4-4 run, Chicago 7-2-1 L10 and off a win.  The win over Carolina again illustrated one of the major edges for the Blackhawks tonight in the goal tending of Corey Crawford (30-15) who generated "43" saves versus Carolina.  Steve Mason of the Flyers is talented, but carries a 14-17 mark coming in. (Stephen Diamond)

4* Anaheim over NYR

NHL PLAY OF THE DAY

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3* Pittsburgh over Arizona

NHL KEY MOVE

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5* NEW JERSEY over Buffalo

NHL GAME OF THE WEEK

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3* LA Kings over Anaheim

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5* MONTREAL over Florida

NHL ROAD WARRIOR OF THE WEEK

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3* Vancouver over Toronto

NHL APPRECIATION MOVE

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10*  NJ DEVILS

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4* NY Rangers+ over Detroit

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RATING SYSTEM

10* TOP PLAY ALERT

5*   BEST BET

4*   STRONG/BEST BET

3*   AVERAGE