The Flyers are off a big win 6-1 win vs the expansion Kraken last time out, but they have not been a team that has shown consistency over the last few seasons  as is evident by the following trends. PHILADELPHIA is 7-17 ATS off a win or tie in their previous game over the last 2 seasons.PHILADELPHIA is 5-13 ATS after scoring 4 goals or more in their previous game over the last 2 seasons.Bruins are 4-1 in their last 5 when their opponent scores 5 goals or more in their previous game.

The Bruins are a solid team and when healthy like they are now a dangerous opponent for all comers.  Add to that a top tier young goalie in Jeremy Swayman who finished last season with a 7-3-0 record and then stopped 27 of 28 shots against the Stars last Saturday you have a team back on the prowl in the East. 

Flyers are 8-21 in their last 29 games following a win.Flyers are 3-9 in their last 12 games as a home underdog.Flyers are 4-13 in their last 17 vs. a team with a winning % above .600.

Bruins are 4-1 in the last 5 meetings in Philadelphia.

Play on the Boston Bruins to win 

The Sabres, who finished last in the East Division last season with a 15-34-7 record, including an 18-game losing streak and just 37 points have started this season strongly, but Im betting their winning ways come to an abrupt end tonight vs  the under rated Canucks. 

Sabres are 7-19 in their last 26 games as a home underdog.Sabres are 14-45 in their last 59 games as an underdog.Sabres are 1-4 in their last 5 vs. Pacific.

Canucks are 7-2 in the last 9 meetings.

Play on Vancouver to win 

The Flyers continue to run and gun in explosive back forth action. They started their season much like how they played most of their tilts last season with a tilt that featured 9 total goals while losing to Vancouver by a 5-4 count.  PHILADELPHIA is 13-4 OVER  after scoring 4 goals or more in their previous game over the last 2 seasons. the Kraken did play a strong defensive game last time out, losing to Columbus 2-1, but here tonight Im betting they will be pressed into action or be blown off the ice by a team only playing their 2nd game of the season. This is the Krakens 4th game already all on the road  and Im sure tired legs are starting to set in making them defensive vulnerable.

Over is 3-0-1 in Flyers last 4 vs. Western Conference.Over is 3-0-1 in Flyers last 4 home games.Over is 8-1-1 in Flyers last 10 games as a home favorite.Over is 5-1 in Flyers last 6 vs. Pacific.Over is 19-6-1 in Flyers last 26 games as a favorite.

Play OVER 

Winnipeg struggled in their first game out against Anaheim, but this is a solid team and a bounce back effort is a high probability according to my projections . Meanwhile, San Jose is in full rebuild mode and are fade material against teams like this at least in the immediate future. 

WINNIPEG is 20-9 ATS off a road loss over the last 3 seasons. 

SAN JOSE is 0-7 ATS  in home games on Saturday games over the last 2 seasons.Sharks are 3-8 in their last 11 vs. Central.

Play on the Winnipeg Jets to win 

The Blackhawks lost 4-3 in OT last night, but the Blackhawks have proved themselves to resilient after an extended time loss going  37-14 in their last 51 games following OT on the previous day. The Penguins are off a loss to the Florida Panthers and did not look as cohesive in game 2 of their season as they did in game 1 vs the defending Stanley Cup champion Tampa Bay. 

Blackhawks are 13-3 in the last 16 meetings. Blackhawks are 5-1 in the last 6 meetings in Pittsburgh. 

Play on the Chicago Blackhawks to win 

The Stars took a 3-2 win vs the Rangers in the first game of the season, and continued to show a disciplined defensive style of play that attacks usually only out of transition. With my projections expecting a lower scoring affair because of the Bruins  expected style of play and under wager here is a viable money making opportunity for under bettors. 

Under is 6-1-1 in Bruins last 8 vs. a team with a winning % above .600.

Under is 6-1 in the last 7 meetings. Under is 12-4-5 in Stars last 21 games as a road underdog.

DALLAS is 22-9 UNDER on Saturday games over the last 3 seasons with a combined average of 5 gpg scored. 

Play UNDER 

The Islanders looked asleep at the wheel in game 1 of their season on Thursday losing to the Carolina Canes by a 6-3 count. That was not their usual way of doing things, especially from a defensive standpoint. Here today Im betting on the team bouncing back vs a Panthers side that they have dominated in recent meetings winning 7 of the 8 confrontations. 

Islanders are 5-1 in their last 6 Saturday games.Islanders are 9-4 in their last 13 games playing on 1 days rest. 

Panthers are 4-9 in their last 13 vs. Eastern Conference.

Panthers are 3-7 in their last 10 vs. Metropolitan.

Play on the NY Islanders to win 

The Leafs are on tired legs after playing  a hard fought game against the Habs last night and now go against a Ottawa team that is playing their first game of the season at home. Im betting on an emotional letdown by the Leafs and for a spirited effort from a Sens team that has played the Buds tough in the recent past. TORONTO is 3-13 ATS  off a close home win by 1 goal over the last 3 seasons with the average gpg diff clicking in at -1. 

Senators are 5-0 in their last 5 games as a home underdog.Senators are 5-0 in their last 5 home games dating back to last season.

Home team is 5-1 L/6 meetings. 

Play on Ottawa to win 

Chicago has a new  goaltender veteran Marc-Andre Fleury who is  off a campaign where he put up a career-best .928 save percentage and earned his first Vezina Trophy and will be primed to prove that was not a fluke. The Hawks are deep down the middle and Im betting as long as they stay healthy will be one of the better teams in the West this season. I know Colorado has Stanley Cup potential but for now their high octane offense will take a hit with  Nathan MacKinnon is downgraded to OUT Wednesday ( Quarantine ) making them  vulnerable to being upset. Note:Head coach Jared Bednar   won’t be behind the bench on Wednesday, giving added value to a Blackhawks underdog victory. 

Play on the Chicago Blackhawks to win 

The road team took 6 of 8 meetings between these Western rivals last season, and cashed all 8 times on the puckline. Im betting on a similar situation tonight making getting +1.5 goals here a golden opportunity. Both teams have up graded and much more closely matched than the line might indicate. 

Play on the Vancouver Canucks on the + puckline

The Habs did everything possible to get a win last time out in game 4 and extend this series. Now exhausted and facing  at a team that will come out firing on all cylinders so that they can end this series, Im betting this game escalates into a higher scoring tilt than many might think possible.

Over is 3-1-3 in Lightning last 7 Stanley Cup Finals games.

TAMPA BAY is 14-7 OVER  after playing 2 consecutive road games this season with a combined average of 6.8 gpg scored. 

NHL Home teams where the total is 5 or less (TAMPA BAY) - after one or more consecutive overs, good closing team-outscoring opp by 0.2+ goals/game in third period are 40-20 L/5 seasons for a 67% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on the OVER

The Habs did everything possible to get a win last time out in game 4 and extend this series. Now exhausted and facing  a superior  team that will come out firing on all cylinders so that they can end this series and hoist the Stanley cup, the visitors are in trouble.

TAMPA BAY is 28-7 ATS  when playing against a marginal losing team (Win Pct. 40% to 49%) over the last 2 seasons.

Canadiens are 0-8 in the last 8 meetings in Tampa Bay.

Play on TB Lightning to win cover -1.5 

This game 7 is alot closer to a coin flip that the line indicates which has me on an Islanders team, that is every bit as physical as the Lightning. I expect the officials not to call alot of penalties tonight, which also aides the Islanders, considering how potent the Bolts PP is. Note: With key star forward and power play super star  Kucherov not playing or less than 100% TB could find themselves in trouble. 

Islanders are 5-2 in their last 7 playoff games as an underdog

NHL favorite against the money line (TAMPA BAY) - off a close road loss by 1 goal, on Friday nights are 23-36 L/5 seasons for a go against 61% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on the NY Islanders to win 

The Islanders were smashed last time out, and did not look like themselves. This Islanders team is usually very disciplined, but that went out the window in game 5. Now here back home at the Nassau Coliseum Im betting on the Islanders being hell bent on redemption and of course not being eliminated will see them at their best . I respect HC Barry Trotz ability to have his team ready to compete and notch a victory.  NY ISLANDERS are 15-7 ATS in home games when playing against a team with a winning record this season.NY ISLANDERS are 9-2 ATS  in home games after allowing 4 goals or more this season.Islanders are 37-18 in their last 55 home games.

Play on the NY Islanders to win 

The recipe for Montreals success vs Vegas has been their ability to play very physical defensive hockey that is backed up by top tier goalie Price. More of this  trap style of hockey Im betting will once again give an edge to a low scoring affair. 

VEGAS is 6-0 UNDER  in home games in the conference finals over the last 2 seasons.

MONTREAL is 10-3 UNDER  against good possession teams-averaging 3+ more shots on goal than opp in the 2nd half of the year this season.

NHL Road teams where the total is 5 or less (MONTREAL) - revenging a loss vs opponent as a home favorite, with a winning percentage of between 40-49% on the season are 69-38 L/5 seasons for a 65% conversion rate. 

Play UNDER 

The Isles were down in their first two series 2-1 and came back to win their series 4-2. In game 2 they lost 2-1 but outhsot and outplayed the Bolts in the final half of the game, and are more than capable of pulling off a win here at the Nassau Coliseum as dogs.Islanders are 6-2 in their last 8 games as a home underdog.Islanders are 5-2 in their last 7 vs. a team with a winning % above .600. Islanders are 25-10 in their last 35 home games. Note:In three games in this series, New York has a 6.89-5.09 advantage in terms of expected goals. 

Play on the NY Islanders

These teams are more evenly matched than the lines-makers may suggest to the public with their line offerings. I know the defending champion  Bolts know how to win, but the Islanders are very tough to play against in the Nassau County Coliseum, and they have the edge here. 

NY ISLANDERS are 9-1  against the money line in home games after allowing 4 goals or more this season. (They lost game 2 by a score of 4-2)

NY ISLANDERS are 6-1 (against the money line as a home underdog of +100 to +150 this season.NY ISLANDERS are 8-2  against the money line against top caliber teams - outscoring opponents by 0.65+ goals/game this season.

Play on the NY Islanders to win 

Vegas is running hot offensively scoring 18 goals in their L/4 play off games. If the Habs have any chance of making this a series they are going to have to open up a bit . Hey I know Price and Fleury are top tier goalies, but when the action gets quicker and more aggressive even the best of goaltenders in this league look very mortal. 

Over is 3-0-1 in the last 4 meetings in Vegas.

Over is 5-0-1 in the last 6 meetings. Over is 3-0-1 in Golden Knights last 4 playoff games as a favorite

NHL team against the total (VEGAS /MONTREAL) - in the conference finals, in the 2nd game of a playoff series are 60-28 OVER L/5 seasons for a 68% conversion rate for bettors. 

Play OVER

The defending champion Bolts now down 1-0 in this series will come out here all guns blazing and eventually Im betting they will drag the Islanders out of their defensive shell and that will result in a higher scoring affair then the lines-makers expect. '

TAMPA BAY is 22-8 OVER L/30 when trailing in a playoff series . 

Over is 5-0-1 in Islanders last 6 after scoring 2 goals or less in their previous game.

NHL  team against the total (NY ISLANDERS/TB ) - in the conference finals, in the 2nd game of a playoff series are 60-28 OVER L/23 seasons for a 68% conversion rate. 

Play OVER 

Habs star goalie Carey Price enters this   semifinals series  leading all playoff net-minders with a .935 save percentage and will be key here for a Montreal side that plays a strong defensive system behind strong physical play. This Im betting will help them keep the Knights from exploding offensively here in game 1, and aid in this game staying under the total. Note: Vegas goalies Fleury and Lehner won  the Jennings Trophy for fewest goals allowed in the regular season. In the playoffs, Fleury has registered a .923 GAA and will not be an easy roll over for the Habs limited attack strategy. 

Play UNDER

Colorado is in desperation do or die  mode  and Im betting we see them at their very best in this game and avoid elimination. 

NHL Home Teams when the money line is -100 to -150 (VEGAS) - after a 3 game unbeaten streak, good team, winning 60-70% or more of their games on the season in the 2nd half of the season are just 10-23 L/5 seasons for a go against  70% conversion rate. 

Play on the Colorado Avs to win 

This is and has been a hard fought series, and Im betting on the Canes finding a way to get the win here. CAROLINA is 9-0 against the money line in home games after having lost 3 of their last 4 games over the last 2 seasons. 

Play on Carolina to win 

With this series tied 2-2 Im betting on both these defenses ramping up and for play to be extremely physical and close with both sides not wanting to make mistakes. This Im betting translates into a very low scoring game 5. 

NY ISLANDERS are 22-9 UNDER  in road games vs. division opponents this season. NY ISLANDERS are 16-4 UNDER  in road games off a home win by 2 goals or more over the last 3 seasons.

BOSTON is 12-2 UNDER in home games off a loss by 2 goals or more to a division rival over the last 2 seasons.

Play on the UNDER

 With a little over five minutes to go on Friday night, the Colorado Avalanche looked like they were on their way to a commanding 3-0 series lead against the Vegas Golden Knights then suddenly lightning struck and in a  span of 45 seconds the Knights miracle  rallied an then smashed and grabbed their way to  a 3-2 victory. Kudos to the Knights, but to that point in this series the Avs looked like the superior side. However, thanks to Colorado falling asleep at the proverbial steering wheel and the god s blessing the Knights with some fortunate bounces, Im now betting that the visitor will come out very wide awake and in a foul mood, which has me taking what my power rankings suggest is the superior side. 

Avalanche are 5-1 in their last 6 road games.Avalanche are 47-13 in their last 60 when their opponent allows 2 goals or less in their previous gameCOLORADO is 27-9 ATS revenging a same season loss vs opponent over the last 2 seasons.

NHL Home Teams when the money line is -100 to -150 (VEGAS) - off a close win by 1 goal over a division rival, on Sunday games are 6-25 L/5 seasons for a go against 81% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on the Avs to win

Habs are up 2-0 in this series after a close 1-0 win last time out. Note: WINNIPEG is 10-1 ATS  off a close home loss by 1 goal over the last 2 seasons. Also Montreal has played a crap load full of games of late taking out the Leafs in a hard fought 7 games series and then 2 physical games against Winnipeg. While there is no such thing as due, that is what Les Canadiens are set for a down effort with the fatigue factor playing a key role .  Also the Jets desperation of not wanting to go down 3-0 goes into my decision to take the underdog in this spot play. Jets are 7-0 in their last 7 games as a road underdog.

WINNIPEG is 15-9 ATS  in road games against good offensive teams - 29 or more  shots on goal, convert 17% or more  pp this season. 

NHL Home Teams when the money line is -100 to -150 (MONTREAL) - off a close win by 1 goal over a division rival, on Sunday games are 6-25 L/5 seasons for a go against 81% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on the Jets to win 

According to my these sides are very closely matched , but the with the Isles playing at home and in desperation mode as they look to tie this series and avoid being down 3-1 I look for them to find a way to come out of this with a win. 

BOSTON is 0-5 ATS  in road games on Saturday games this season.

 NY ISLANDERS are 18-7 ATS  revenging a loss vs opponent as a home favorite over the last 2 seasons.Islanders are 11-5 in their last 16 after scoring 2 goals or less in their previous game.Islanders are 4-1 in their last 5 vs. a team with a winning % above .600.Islanders are 23-9 in their last 32 home games.

NHL favorite against the money line (BOSTON) - off a road win against a division rival, a good team (60% to 70%) playing a team with a winning record in the 2nd half of the season are 17-25 L/5 seasons for a go against 60% conversion rate for bettors. 

Play on the NY Islanders to win 

Both these teams play a very strong brand of defensive hockey. In an intense environment like this  Im betting on another low scoring affair. 

BOSTON is 8-1 UNDER  after winning their previous game in overtime this season.

BOSTON is 11-2 UNDER   off a close win by 1 goal over a division rival this season.NY ISLANDERS are 21-10 UNDER  in home games after scoring 1 goal or less in their previous game over the last 2 seasons.

Play UNDER

This series has been very tightly played from the very beginning and there is no reason for same very disciplined defensive hockey to continue here with all offense being played out of transition which Im betting results in combined score that stays under this total. 

8 of 8 games in this series in TB  have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons.

NHL Home teams against the total (TAMPA BAY) - quick starting team-outscoring opp by 0.2+ goals/game in first period - 2nd half of the season, after losing their previous game in overtime are 36-13 UNDER  L/5 seasons for a 74% conversion rate for bettors.

Play UNDER 

After being blasted 7-1 in the opening game of this series, the Knights Im betting learned their lesson and will not want to open this series up as was evident in the 2nd game when they payed special attention to transition ,in a close 3-2 loss. Nothing changes tonight as Vegas will be out to make this a physical  grinding affair in the hopes of getting a win here this evening. 

VEGAS is 10-2 UNDER against good defensive teams - allowing 2.55 or less goals/game - 2nd half of the season with z combined average of 4.2 gpg scored. 

VEGAS is 20-9 UNDER   in home games revenging a close loss vs opponent of 1 goal or less over the last 2 seasons.VEGAS is 10-3 UNDER  in home games off a close loss by 1 goal to a division rival over the last 2 seasons.

 COLORADO is 22-11 UNDER in road games after a close win by 1 goal in their previous game over the last 2 seasons

NHL Home teams against the total (VEGAS) - quick starting team-outscoring opp by 0.2+ goals/game in first period - 2nd half of the season, after losing their previous game in overtime are 36-16 UNDER L/5 seasons for a 74% conversion rate for bettors. 

NHL Road teams against the total (COLORADO) - well rested team - playing 5 or less games in 14 days, top level team, winning 70% or more of their games in the 2nd half of the season are 33-13 UNDER L/5 seasons for a 71% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on the UNDER 

The Habs have been involved in 8 straight physical games, and their energy levels must be starting to wane. With Winnipeg playing in the confines of Winnipeg and enjoying home cooking Im betting their much more ready to play the high octane type of game that will be played here this evening. Advantage Jets.

MONTREAL is 4-11 ATS after having won 4 of their last 5 games over the last 2 seasons.MONTREAL is 1-7 ATS  after a 3 game unbeaten streak over the last 2 seasons.Canadiens are 7-17 in their last 24 after scoring 5 goals or more in their previous game. 

WINNIPEG is 11-4 ATS  revenging a loss vs opponent as a home favorite this season.

Jets are 6-1 in their last 7 overall.

Play on the Winnipeg Jets to win 

 Central Division Playoffs - Second Round - Best Of 7 - Game 3

The first two games in this series ended in 2-1 decisions for the TB Lightning. More tough physical defensive minded play off hockey Im betting is once again on tonights agenda. CAROLINA is 9-1 UNDER  revenging 2 straight close losses vs opponent by 1 goal or less over the last 3 seasons. 

TAMPA BAY is 12-5 UNDER in home games when leading in a playoff series over the last 2 seasons.

TAMPA BAY is 7-1 UNDER against top caliber teams - outscoring opponents by 0.65+ goals/game this season.  CAROLINA is 8-1 UNDER off a home loss against a division rival this season.

NHL Road teams against the total (CAROLINA) - off 2 or more consecutive home losses, in a game involving two good teams (60% to 70%) are 24-6 UNDER L/24 seasons for a 80% conversion rate.

The last 7 games in this series have gone under the total in Carolina.

Play UNDER

 East Division Playoffs - Second Round - Best Of 7 - Game 3

The NY Islanders play their best hockey at home, where they own a 23-8 record this season. The Nassau coliseum will be rocking tonight and I look for Isles net-minders Varlamov or Sorokin to be the difference maker tonight as they feed of the the home crowd.NY ISLANDERS are 21-9 ATS   against good offensive teams - 29 or more shots on goal, convert 17% or more  pp this season. 

NY Islanders to win 

After upsetting the Leafs in a very physical series Im betting the Habs will find themselves in a letdown situation there tonight in Winnipeg vs a side that can match them in a fight club scenario.MONTREAL is 0-7 ATS after a 3 game unbeaten streak over the last 2 seasons.Jets are 6-0 in their last 6 overall.

Play on the Winnipeg Jets to win 

Carolina played all out in game 1 of this series which was their 5th straight game decided by one goal  and still ended up on the wrong side of the final score and I cant help but feel they may have a harder time putting out that kind of effort again vs an experienced Stanley Cup team that matches up well against them.CAROLINA is 4-15 ATS   when playing against a good team (Win Pct. 60% to 75%) in the second half of the season over the last 3 seasons.TAMPA BAY is 11-3 ATS  in road games in the 2nd game of a playoff series since 1996. Lightning are 4-0 in their last 4 playoff games as an underdog. Lightning are 59-14 in their last 73 after scoring 2 goals or less in their previous game.

Play on TB Lightning to win 

The Bruins and Islanders took part in a closely contested game in the first two periods of game 1 in this series, before the Bruins exploded for 3 third period goals for a 5-2 victory. NYI HC Barry Trotz was not happy by his teams late breakdown and will now be making sure that his team gets back to what has made them a viable contender, and that is a top tier  defensive system . Tonight Im betting on a very physical game from the Islanders and for them to pay special attention and transition, and for the Bruins to morph into the same style of play , which Im betting results in a very low scoring affair.

NY ISLANDERS are 8-0 UNDER revenging a blowout loss vs opponent of 3 goals or more this season with a combined average of 3.2 gpg scored.NY ISLANDERS are 8-1 UNDER  after allowing 2 goals or more in the third period last game this season with a combined average of 4 gpg scored.

Under is 4-1 in Bruins last 5 games following a win.

Under is 9-3-2 in the last 14 meetings in Boston.

Play on the UNDER 

Im betting the defending Stanley Cup Champs will be wide awake here vs a Carolina  side that maybe getting just a bit to much respect.  My ratings suggest the Bolts  5-on-5 will matter most in a series against the Hurricanes. Lightning are 7-1 in their last 8 playoff games as an underdog. TAMPA BAY is 27-7 ATS  in the second round of the playoffs since 1996.

NHL team against the money line (CAROLINA) - off a road win against a division rival against opponent off a home win where they shut out their opponent are 5-28 L/5 seasons for a go against  85% conversion rate. 

Play on the TB Bolts to win 

East Division Playoffs - Second Round - Best Of 7 - Game 1

These teams play similar styles of tough physical defensive transitional  hockey . Both also have talented offenses , but they play within in their systems well and know how to back check. 

NY ISLANDERS are 13-3 UNDER  in road games against good offensive teams - averaging 29.5 or more shots on goal per game this season. 

BOSTON is 8-1 UNDER  against good offensive teams - 29 or more shots on goal, convert 17% or better pp - 2nd half of the season this season.

former KHL super star Sorokin started four games in Round 1 for the Isles and posted a .943 save percentage. He gets the nod tonight. Bruins starter tonight  Rask post .941 save percentage in round 1.

UNDER 6-1-2 L/9 meetings in this series in Boston.

Play UNDER

Vegas was shutout in game 6 of this series,  which saw Minnesota tie this series and for a game 7 finale. Im betting both sides will continue to be very careful in transition. However, there are multiple variables situations at play here which includes open netters late if one team is up and  the strong possibility of OT. edge to the over. 

MINNESOTA is 7-1 OVER in road games off a win by 3 goals or more over a division rival this season. Over is 17-7 in Wild last 24 road games.

NHL Home teams where the total is 5 or less (VEGAS) - revenging a loss where team scored 1 or less goals, in a game involving two good teams (60% to 70%) are 49-21 OVER L/24 seasons for a 70% conversion rate. 

Play OVER 

The Hurricanes  garnered wins the first two games of this series by a combined score of 8-2 before the Predators got home to Nashville and banged  out back-to-back double-overtime wins in Games 3 and 4, tying the series before Carolina regained the advantage Tuesday with a hard fought OT victory. considering how important home ice has been in this series for a while now including the post season Im going to ride the momentum of ice advantage in this this tilt. Home team is 11-0 in the last 11 meetings.

Hurricanes are 0-4 in their last 4 games as a road favorite. Hurricanes are 0-4 in their last 4 road games. Hurricanes are 0-4 in the last 4 meetings in Nashville.

Predators are 4-0 in their last 4 games as a home underdog.

NASHVILLE is 5-0 ATS  in home games versus very good teams - outscoring their opponents by 0.5+ goals/G - 2nd half of the season this season.NASHVILLE is 6-1 ATS in home games against good offensive teams - scoring 2.85+ goals/game - 2nd half of the season this season.NASHVILLE is 7-1 ATS  in home games against good offensive teams - 29 or more shots on goal, convert 17% pp or more  - 2nd half of the season this season.

Play on Nashville to win 

There is something special about the NY Islanders goalie Sorokin who is a. former KHL super star. This kid is in the process of revolutionizing goaltending. If you watch him for an extended period of time that will become more obvious than words can describe. With that said he gives an edge to a well coached and disciplined  Isles side that is tenacious in their work ethic. I know the Pens have the big name players, but the as a team their are few sides in the NHL with better chemistry than the Isles and they must be respected here with a chance to end this series at the Nassau Coliseum where they play their best hockey. 

Play on the NY Islanders to win 

The /isles looked like the superior side last time out in a dominating 4-1 win and play with an extra amount of confidence with former KHL super star goalie Sorokin between the pipes. From the outset of this series I liked the Islanders chances vs the Pens because of how I perceived the Islanders system and how it was suited to play off hockey. Meanwhile the Pens despite of being a  talented group with big name offensive players still looked like a much softer  less physical group. With a value line attached to this tilt taking NYI in this spot makes for what Im betting is a viable wagering opportunity.Penguins are 3-9 in their last 12 playoff games as a favorite.

Play on the NYI to win 

West Division Playoffs - First Round - Best Of 7 - Game 4

The Colorado Avs are in top form and have been pressing the action, as is evident by scoring 26 goals in their L/5 games and if the Blues want to avoid elimination will have to come out here with an equally aggressive mindset which Im betting leads to a tilt that eclipses this total. 

ST LOUIS is 15-4 OVER  in home games against top caliber teams - outscoring opponents by 0.65+ goals/game over the last 3 seasons.

COLORADO is 8-0 OVER after 3 straight wins by 2 goals or more this season with a combined average of 7.1 rpg scored. 

NHL Home teams where the total is 5.5 (ST LOUIS) - revenging 2 straight losses vs opponent by 2 goals or more, with a losing record in the second half of the season are 42-16 OVER L/5 seasons for a 72% conversion rate. 

NHL road teams against the total (COLORADO) - hot team - having won 20 or more of their last 25 games, second half of the season are 61-31 OVER L/5 seasons for a 66% conversion rate. 

Play OVER 

  Big game here for the NY Islanders as they find themselves down 2-1 in this series. Im expecting Isles HC  Barry Trotz to go with  former KHL super star Sorokin between the pipes today and for late season acquisition Kyle Palmieri's energy to permeate throughout the lineup and for the Isles to even this series at 2-2. PITTSBURGH is 4-10 ATS   in road games off a road win against a division rival over the last 3 seasons. The home side is 4-1 L/5 meetings and I expect that trend continuing today. 

Play on the Islanders to win 

#1 GOALTENDERS: COLORADO - PHILIPP GRUBAUER, ST LOUIS - JORDAN BINNINGTON

Colorado won the first two games in this series by 4-1 and 6-3 counts and Im betting on even more offensive fireworks here as the Blues must open up or be blown out again. 

COLORADO is 7-0 OVER after 3 straight wins by 2 goals or more this season. with a combined average of 7.1 gpg scored.  COLORADO is 9-1 OVER   after a 4 game unbeaten streak this season with a combined average of 7.3 gpg scored. 

ST LOUIS is 14-4 OVER  in home games against top caliber teams - outscoring opponents by 0.65+ goals/game over the last 3 seasons with a combined average of 6.7 gpg. 

 NHL Home teams where the total is 5.5 (ST LOUIS) - revenging 2 straight losses vs opponent by 2 goals or more, with a losing record in the second half of the season are 41-16 OVER L/5 seasons for a 71% conversion rate for bettors.

NHLRoad teams where the total is 5.5 (COLORADO) - off a home blowout win by 3 goals or more against opponent off 2 or more consecutive road losses are 27-9 OVER L/5 seasons for a 75% conversion rate for bettors.

Play OVER 

#1 GOALTENDERS: TAMPA BAY - ANDREI VASILEVSKIY, FLORIDA - SERGEI BOBROVSKY

Tampa Bay took a hard fought 5-4 win in game 1 of this series in OT. No way does Florida want to go down 2-0 to the defending champion Bolts and will be primed to leave everything on the ice here in what could be described a must win situation, even though there are more games to be played. 

TAMPA BAY is 0-4 ATS in road games off a road win by 1 goal this season.

FLORIDA is 8-0 ATS  after a game where both teams scored 4 goals or more this season.

Play on Florida to win 

The Islanders are built for play off hockey. They are a defence first team with a top tier Russian goaltending tandem with Sorokin and Varlmaov between the pipes. I know the Pens have some big names in the lineup with Crosby and Malkin, but Im betting this team can not bring the same physicality the Isles can to this game. Advantage Islanders. 

Play on NYI to win 

East Division Playoffs - First Round - Best Of 7 - Game 1

The Bruins posted a 12-4-1 record to finish the regular season, and will have forward Charlie Coyle back in the lineup to solidify their third line after he missed the final four games due to injury. In a series like this between tough veteran sides, it will come down Im betting to goaltending and with that said,  depth favors the Bruins, with rookie phenom Jeremy Swayman playing behind veteran Tuukka Rask between the pipes.

Bruins win game 1 

Vegas is off a 2-1 loss to Colorado last time out and is now in bounce back mode as momentum is important as we near post season play. Golden Knights are 5-0 in their last 5 after scoring 2 goals or less in their previous game. The Knights opponent the Sharks are 0-6 in their last 6 when their opponent scores 2 goals or less in their previous game. 

VEGAS is 25-4 ATS  against poor defensive teams - allowing 2.85+ goals/game this season.VEGAS is 19-4 ATS against struggling power play killing teams-opp score on 19%  or more of chances this season.VEGAS is 6-0 ATS   in a road game where where the total is 6 or more this season.

NHL Road teams against the money line (VEGAS) - top caliber team - outscoring their opponents by 0.65+ goals/game - 2nd half of the season, after playing a game where 4 or fewer total goals were scored are 54-22 L/24 seasons for a 71% conversion rate for bettors. 

Golden Knights are 10-1 in the last 11 meetings and 5-0 L/5 in San Jose.

Play on the Golden Knights to win 

Two top tier sides go head to head here in a game Im betting will resemble play off style hockey. As we come closer to the post season teams headed to the play offs pay special attention in transition which generally  results in tighter lower scoring games. FLORIDA is 12-1 UNDER   in home games after successfully covering the spread in 5 or more consecutive games .

TAMPA BAY is 6-0 UNDER in road games revenging 2 straight losses where opponent scored 3 or more goals over the last 2 seasons.

NHL Road teams against the total (TAMPA BAY) - after allowing 4 goals or more 2 straight games against opponent after scoring 5 goals or more in 2 straight games are 34-10 UNDER L/5 seasons  for a 77% conversion rate. 

NHL Road teams where the total is 6 or more (TAMPA BAY) - very good team - outscoring their opponents by 0.5+ goals/game, after a blowout loss by 4 goals or more in their previous game. are  32-11 L/24 seasons for a 75% conversion rate for bettors. 

Play UNDER 

Chicago is off a rare good defensive effort taking a 2-1 win Carolina CHICAGO is 8-0 OVER  in home games off a road win by 1 goal over the last 3 seasons.CHICAGO is 14-2 OVER    in home games off a road win over the last 3 seasons.  CHICAGO is 22-9 OVER  in home games against poor power play killing teams - opp score on 17.5% or more  of chances in the 2nd half of the year over the last 3 seasons. Note: Previous to that above mentioned good D effort, the Hawks had allowed 7, 4,4.5 and 6 goals. Meanwhile, Dallas opened up last time out with a 5 goal output and with that offensive momentum enter this game in a good position to do some damage. Everything points to a higher scoring affair.

Play OVER 

Back on April 7th the Blues took out the Knights by a 3-1 score and now Vegas ha revenge on board and will be motivated to get redemption. VEGAS is 17-2  against the money line revenging a road loss versus opponent by 2 goals or more over the last 2 seasons.

VEGAS is 23-4 ATS vs struggling defensive teams - allowing 2.85+ goals/game this season.VEGAS is 20-4 ATS  against struggling  power play killing teams - opp score on 17.5%  or better of chances this season.

Play on Vegas to win 

Minnesota beat the Vegas 6-5 a couple of nights ago here and are viable underdogs to cash two in a row vs the Golden Knights. Note: Wild are 10-1 in their last 11 when their opponent allows 5 goals or more in their previous game.

Wild enter this game in top form and  are 9-2 in their last 11 overall and deserve respect here as home underdogs.

MINNESOTA is 10-3 ATS  in home games against explosive offensive teams - scoring 3+ goals/game this season. MINNESOTA is 8-0 ATS after allowing 3 goals or more 4 straight games over the last 3 seasons.

NHL Road teams against the money line (VEGAS) - revenging 4 or more losses versus opponent in last 2 years, tired team - playing their 3rd road game in 5 days are 5-45 L/5 seasons for a 90% go against conversion rate. 

Golden Knights are 0-4 in the last 4 meetings in Minnesota.

Play on Minnesota Wild to win 

The Islanders blew a 2-1 lead going into the third period last time out, and lost 4-2 to the lowly Buffalo Sabres. Isles HC Barry Trotz was furious after that effort, and tonight Im betting on a bounce back effort that will center around the Isles top tier D, that will be in preparation mode for the play offs.  

NY ISLANDERS are 18-4 UNDER  in a road game where where the total is 5.5 this season. NY ISLANDERS are 12-2 UNDER  in road games when playing their 3rd game in 5 days this season.

Play UNDER 

Minnesota is 5-0-1 all-time against the Golden Knights at Xcel Energy Center with the lone loss coming in a shootout on Oct. 6, 2018.The Wild, who went 3-0 against the Golden Knights during Vegas' Stanley Cup finalist season in 2017-18, also have won the last four meetings with Vegas this season, including a sweep of their two games in Las Vegas on April 1 and 3. Rinse and repeat on a value line.

Minnesota is 16-2-1 in its last 19 games as hosts. 

Play on the Minnesota Wild 

Dallas Stars, who end the season with seven straight road games have  not done well in the first two  losing-- both by shutouts and in their current form are fade material. 

DALLAS is 6-17 ATS  when playing against a team with a winning record this season. Stars are 8-22 in their last 30 vs. a team with a winning record.Stars are 6-20 in their last 26 games as an underdog. Stars are 0-4 in their last 4 games as a road underdog.

FLORIDA is 9-0 against the money line after allowing 3 goals or more 3 straight games this season.Panthers are 8-1 in their last 9 home games.

Play on Florida to win 

The Islanders will look to clinch their third straight trip to the playoffs Saturday, when they host the New York Rangers in the finale of a home-and-home series in Uniondale, N.Y. As usual it will be Barry Trotz play off  style defensive game  plan that takes center stage which offers value for an under wager. NY RANGERS are 9-1 UNDER in road games versus very good teams - outscoring their opponents by 0.5+ goals/game over the last 2 seasons. NY RANGERS are 5-0 UNDER off a home loss by 2 goals or more this season.

NHL Road teams where the total is 5.5 (NY RANGERS) - extremely tired team - playing 8 or more games in 14 days, a marginal winning team (51% to 60%) playing a winning team in the 2nd half of the season are 85-39 L/24 seasons for a 69% conversion rate. 

Play on UNDER

Detroit seems to be able to deal with the Canes well, and that was evident in recent back to back wins in this series. I know the Canes have revenge on board, but you don't always get what you want.Red Wings are 10-3 in the last 13 meetings in Carolina.

CAROLINA is 0-5 ATS in home games against poor possession teams-averaging 3+ less shots on goal than opp in the 2nd half of the year over the last 3 seasons.

Play on the Red Wings to cover +1.5 

EDMONTON is 7-15 ATS in home games against good offensive teams - 29 or more  shots on goal, convert 17%  or more pp - 2nd half of the season over the last 3 seasons.

The Isles have lost 2 straight to the Capitals and are now desperate to get back into the win column. With the added incentive of revenge Im betting on the Isles to get back on track here behind what has become a veteran lineup. 

NY ISLANDERS are 16-6 ATS  revenging a home loss versus opponent over the last 2 seasons. NY ISLANDERS are 6-0 ATS  after a home game where both teams score 3 or more goals this season.

NHL  favorite against the money line (NY ISLANDERS) - revenging a home blowout loss vs opponent of 3 goals or more, good team, winning 60-70% or more of their games on the season in the 2nd half of the season are 32-5 L/5 seasons for a 87% conversion rate.

Play on the Islanders to win 

The Panthers' Chris Driedger, who made 16 saves on Saturday for his 13th win of 2020-21, has stopped 45 of 46 shots and posted a shutout in two starts against the Predators this season.  Nashville's Juuse Saros has 17 wins this season, including one in three starts against Florida (2.66 goals-against average. Im betting on both these goalies to help keep this tilt on the low side of the number.

Under is 3-1-1 in Panthers last 5 road games. Under is 7-3-1 in the last 11 meetings.

NASHVILLE is 16-4 UNDER in home games after playing a road game over the last 2 seasons. NASHVILLE is 21-8 UNDER in home games against good starting goalies - saving  91.5% or better  of shots against over the last 3 seasons.

FLORIDA is 7-1 UNDER  in road games after a home game where both teams score 3 or more goals over the last 2 seasons.

NHL Road teams where the total is 5.5 (FLORIDA) - extremely tired team - playing 8 or more games in 14 days, with a winning record on the season playing another winning team in the second half of the season are 124-67 UNDER L/24 seasons for a 65% conversion rate for bettors. 

Play UNDER

The Islanders and Capitals took part in a play off play off style affair last time out, and the Caps came out on top 1-0 in the shootout after over time decided nothing. Im betting on more of the same here today and for this tilts combined score to stay on the low side of the offered number. NY ISLANDERS are 20-7 UNDER in home games after scoring 1 goal or less in their previous game over the last 2 seasons.

NHL Home teams against the total (NY ISLANDERS) - quick starting team-outscoring opp by 0.2+ goals/game in first period - 2nd half of the season, after losing their previous game in overtime are 30-9 UNDER L/5 seasons for a 77% conversion rate for bettors. 

Play UNDER 

#1 GOALTENDERS: COLORADO - DEVAN DUBNYK, ST LOUIS - JORDAN BINNINGTON

COLORADO is 6-0 OVER  after a 4 game unbeaten streak this season.

ST LOUIS is 13-3 OVER in home games against top caliber teams - outscoring opponents by 0.65+ goals/game over the last 3 seasons.

Play OVER

#1 GOALTENDERS: NEW JERSEY - MACKENZIE BLACKWOOD, PITTSBURGH - TRISTAN JARRY

NEW JERSEY is 17-9 UNDER  when playing against a team with a winning record this season with the average combined score clicking in at 5.5 gpg. 

PITTSBURGH is 15-8 UNDER  against good offensive teams - averaging 29.5+ shots on goal per game this season. PITTSBURGH is 11-3 UNDER  in home games off a win by 2 goals or more over a division rival over the last 2 seasons.

NHL Road teams against the total (NEW JERSEY) - after allowing 4 goals or more 2 straight games against opponent after scoring 5 goals or more in 2 straight games are 33-9 L/5 seasons for a 79% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on the UNDER 

 Buffalo is on tired legs as they play their 3rd game in 4 nights and are in complete disarray especially from a offensive standpoint. BUFFALO is 7-0 UNDER (+7.1 Units) in home games after scoring 1 goal or less in 2 straight games over the last 2 seasons.Under is 5-0-1 in Sabres last 6 in the third game of a 3-in-4 days situation. Meanwhile, the Bruins continue to function at a high level as is evident by winning 6 straight games thanks to top strong goaltending and defense which has seen them allow just 6 goals during their current run. With that said, everything points to this being a low scoring affair. 

 BUFFALO is 11-3 UNDER  in home games against good possession teams-averaging 3+ more shots on goal than opp over the last 2 seasons with a combined average of 51. gog scored. 

BOSTON is 14-5 UNDER  when playing against a team with a losing record this season with 4.6 gpg scored in those 3 games.  BOSTON is 10-3 UNDER against poor teams - outscored by their opponents by 0.3+ goals/game this season with a combined average 4.6 gpg scored. 

Play Under - Road teams against the total (BOSTON) - after a 3 game unbeaten streak, a marginal winning team (51% to 60%) playing a terrible team (30% or less).are 37-15 UNDER  L/24 seasons for a 71% conversion rate for bettors. 

Play UNDER 

Two teams playing at the opposite end of the performance spectrum. One is comfortable in a play off spot, and the other struggling and probably not going to make the play offs. This is a classic NHL situation and offers value with the visiting team. Sharks are 4-0 in their last 4 games as an underdog. 

San Jose to win 

Nashville matches up well vs Chicago and have won 6 straight meetings. Rinse and repeat .  Predators are 21-6 in their last 27 vs. a team with a losing record. Predators are 6-1 in their last 7 in the second game of a home-and-home situation.

NASHVILLE is 10-0   against the money line against poor possession teams-averaging 3+ less shots on goal than opp this season.NASHVILLE is 20-4   against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record this season.

Play on the Nashville Predators to win 

#1 GOALTENDERS: TORONTO - JACK CAMPBELL, VANCOUVER - THATCHER DEMKO

These teams have had a recent string of playing low scoring affairs , going under in 9 of their L/10 meetings and 5 straight here in Vancouver. A couple of days ago the Canucks took a 3-2 win vs the Buds, and Im betting on more hard core defense to be on tonights agenda. 

Under is 3-0-1 in Maple Leafs last 4 overall. 

TORONTO is 9-2 UNDER revenging a same season loss vs opponent this season.

VANCOUVER is 10-4 UNDER  in home games against explosive offensive teams - scoring 3+ goals/game this season.Under is 4-0 in Canucks last 4 vs. a team with a winning % above .600.

Play UNDER 

#1 GOALTENDERS: COLUMBUS - JOONAS KORPISALO, FLORIDA - SPENCER KNIGHT

Both these teams are on tired legs after playing last night and in no way be ready to run and gun here this evening. 

COLUMBUS is 15-4 UNDER  in road games against poor power play killing teams - opp score on 17.5% worse  of chances this season. 

COLUMBUS is 7-0 UNDER  when playing on back-to-back days this season. COLUMBUS is 10-1 UNDER  when playing their 3rd game in 4 days this season.

FLORIDA is 7-1 UNDER when playing on back-to-back days this season.

NHL Road teams where the total is 5.5 (COLUMBUS) - cold team - failing to cover 6 or 7 of their last 8 against the spread, extremely tired team - playing their 3rd road game in 4 days are 30-7 UNDER L/5 seasons for a 81% conversion rate.

Play UNDER

The Habs are on tired legs as they play their 3rd game in 4 nights and 4th in 6 days. Thats not a good spot for them here in this road environment vs the Edmonton Oilers side that is 7-0 L/7 at home as a favorite. 

Canadiens are 3-9 in their last 12 road games.

Canadiens are 1-4 in their last 5 in the third game of a 3-in-4 situation.

Canadiens are 2-8 in their last 10 in the fourth game of a 4-in-6 situation.

Play on Edmonton to win 

BOSTON is 24-11 UNDER  in home games against good offensive teams - scoring 2.85+ goals/game - 2nd half of the season over the last 2 seasons.

BOSTON is 20-9 UNDER in home games in a home game where where the total is 5.5 over the last 2 season

Home teams where the total is 5.5 (BOSTON) - after a blowout win by 3 goals or more against opponent after playing a game where 9 or more total goals were scored are 52-19 UNDER L/5 seasons for a 73% conversion rate. 

Play UNDER

The Capitals have allowed 1 goal or less in 4 of their L/7 games, while the Flyers are a hot or miss type side when it comes to puck stopping. The Caps have looked explosive offensively of late, but that will make the Flyers even more aware of their defensive play especially after being humiliated 6-1 the last time these teams met.  I now have this game   pegged to remain on the low side of the total because of the countervailing view of how this afternoon game plays out. 

PHILADELPHIA is 9-2 UNDER   in home games against poor defensive teams - allowing 2.85+ goals/game - 2nd half of the season over the last 2 seasons.

NHL Home teams against the total (PHILADELPHIA) - revenging a blowout loss vs opponent of 4 goals or more, off a road win by 1 goal are  22-6 UNDER L/5 seasons for a 79% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on the UNDER 

#1 GOALTENDERS: VEGAS - ROBIN LEHNER, ANAHEIM - JOHN GIBSON

Anaheim and Vegas in their L/2 meetings this season have seen a total of 6 goals scored and Im betting another close low scoring game in this spot play. 

 ANAHEIM is 6-0 UNDER  in home games revenging a close loss vs opponent of 1 goal or less this season.

ANAHEIM is 6-0 UNDER in home games when playing against a good team (Win Pct. 60% to 75%) this season with a combined average of 4.3 gpg scored. ANAHEIM is 8-1 UNDER  in home games against good defensive teams - allowing 2.55 or less  goals/game over the last 3 season

NHL team against the total (ANAHEIM) - poor offensive team - scoring 2.55 or less goals/game on the season - 2nd half of the season, after a blowout win by 3 goals or more.are 38-13 UNDER L/5 seasons for a 75% conversion rate for bettors.

Play UNDER 

#1 GOALTENDERS: CALGARY - JACOB MARKSTROM, MONTREAL - JAKE ALLEN

Play OVER

When these teams met back in the end of February the Blackhawks smashed the Wings 7-2 and looked like they matchup well against their original 6 foe.  DETROIT is 4-21 ATS  revenging a road blowout loss versus opponent by 3 goals or more over the last 2 seasons. Rinse and repeat here with Chicago. 

Blackhawks are 4-0 in their last 4 games as a road favorite.

Blackhawks are 20-7 in their last 27 games playing on 2 days rest. 

Red Wings are 29-81 in their last 110 games as an underdog.

Play on the Chicago Black hawks to win 

After gutting their team base of veteran players over the last couple of seasons, the Devils are a very young inexperienced side with little to no momentum and have lost 6 of their L/7 games. Meanwhile, the Rangers have shown a little life, and have won 8 of their L/14 and according to my power rankings have an edge. 

Rangers are 8-3 in their last 11 games as a favorite. Rangers are 60-29 in their last 89 games as a road favorite.Devils are 14-37 in their last 51 games as a home underdog.

Road team is 5-0 in the last 5 meetings.

NEW JERSEY is 0-10  against the money line in home games after playing a game where 7 or more total goals were scored this season.NEW JERSEY is 4-18  against the money line in home games this season.

Play on NY Rangers to win 

#1 GOALTENDERS: ARIZONA - ADIN HILL, COLORADO - JONAS JOHANSSON

 . There is alot of value on this current offered line,  despite of the opposite records which makes for viable wagering opportunity. 

Coyotes are 4-0 in their last 4 games playing on 0 days rest.

 ARIZONA is 18-10 ATS  when playing against a good team (Win Pct. 60% to 75%) in the first half of the season over the last 3 seasons.

NHL underdog against the money line (ARIZONA) - off 2 consecutive losses against division rivals against opponent off 2 consecutive road wins by 2 goals or more are 21-9 L/24 seasons for a 70% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on Arizona to win/cover

Capitals  enter this game  playing a crammed schedule, but are 6-0 in their last 6 in the third game of a 3-in-4 situation. They also seem to like Sunday hockey going  5-0 in their last 5 Sunday games. The Capitals are also 4-1 in their last 5 vs. a team with a winning record and  are 16-5 in their last 21 games as a favorite. Meanwhile, Boston  is in a back to back situation, which has not been positive for them recently as their 2-5 record on no rest would indicate. With revenge on board for a previous loss to the Bruins, Im betting on a motivated effort from the Capitals in this spot.WASHINGTON is 7-0 ATS  revenging a loss vs opponent as a home favorite this season.

Play on Washington to win 

Coyotes are playing good hockey and are  5-1 in their last 6 overall and deserve respect here on a big underdog line. Coyotes are 6-0 in their last 6 after allowing 5 goals or more in their previous game which was the case this past Friday in a 7-4 loss to these same Knights .ARIZONA is 18-10 ATS  when playing against a good team (Win Pct. 60% to 75%) in the first half of the season over the last 3 seasons.

Play on the Coyotes to win 

TB has lost 5 of their L/8 while Nashville has won 9 of their L/10. TB gets the favorite role here based on brand recognition and value resides with the Preds. TAMPA BAY is 4-13  against the money line after 3 or more consecutive overs over the last 2 seasons.

NASHVILLE is 21-13 ATS when playing against a good team (Win Pct. 60% to 75%) over the last 3 seasons.

Play on Nashville to win

Toronto has won 5 in a row in 8 of their L/9 , but the last time they played the Sens, the underdog Sens looked like they matched up well and hung on to a 4-3 win. Rinse and repeat on a big value ML offering. TORONTO is 2-11  against the money line off a close home win by 1 goal over the last 2 seasons. TORONTO is 0-4 ATS  in home games after a 5 game unbeaten streak over the last 3 seasons.

Play on Ottawa to win

#1 GOALTENDERS: CHICAGO - KEVIN LANKINEN, COLUMBUS - JOONAS KORPISALO

CHICAGO is 8-0 UNDER  after failing to cover 5 or 6 of their last 7 against the spread this season.

CHICAGO is 5-0 UNDER in road games against terrible teams - outscored by opponents by 0.5+ goals/game this season.

Under is 5-0 in Blackhawks last 5 games as a road favorite.

COLUMBUS is 10-1 UNDER against lower tier defensive teams - allowing 3+ goals/game this season with a combined average of 4 gpg. 

Road teams where the total is 5.5 (CHICAGO) - after a blowout loss by 3 goals or more in their previous game against opponent after scoring 4 goals or more in 2 straight games are 145-84 UNDER L/24 seasons for a 63% conversion rate. 

Play UNDER

Bruins are 4-0 in their last 4 road games and get my support today vs a Flyers side, that has lost 13 of their L/16 overall as underdogs. 

PHILADELPHIA is 4-13 ATS  against good offensive teams - scoring 2.85+ goals/game this season. PHILADELPHIA is 2-7 ATS in home games after failing to cover 2 of their last 3 against the spread this season.

Play on Boston Bruins to win

The NJ Devils will deal with playing without key components newly traded   Kyle Palmieri, Travis Zajac tonight vs a Buffalo team that is playing better winning 3 of their L/4 games overall. BUFFALO is 9-2 ATS   in home games after a 2 game unbeaten streak over the last 3 seasons.

Play on the Sabres to win  

The San Jose Sharks look to extend their season-long winning streak to five games on Tuesday night as they host a Anaheim Ducks side that they have dominated this season going 4-0-1 against.  Rinse and repeat. 

Note: ANAHEIM is 0-11 against the money line revenging a loss vs opponent of 2 goals or more this season.

Play on San Jose to win 

The Columbus Blue Jackets, who are on pace to miss the playoffs for the first time in five years are now in desperation mode and need a win badly. I know the Panthers beat up on the Jackets yesterday by a 5-2 count but the Jackets have been resilient of late after a loss by 3 or more goals going 7-2 L/9 opportunities.

Play on Columbus to win 

Predators are 6-0 in their last 6 overall and tonight Im recommending we ride their momentum on a value line. 

Predators are 5-0 in their last 5 in the fourth game of a 4-in-6 situation.

DALLAS is 3-15 ATS  against excellent power play teams - scoring on 19% or more of their chances this season.

Stars are 2-5 in their last 7 road games.Stars are 5-16 in their last 21 vs. a team with a winning record.Stars are 6-20 in their last 26 overall.

NHL home underdogs against the money line (NASHVILLE) - after 2 or more consecutive unders, in a game involving two average scoring teams (score 2.5-2.9 goals/G) are 25-8 L/5 seasons for a 76% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on Nashville to win 

Leafs expected starting goalie Campbell owns a 2.01 goals-against average and .942 save percentage in four career starts versus Winnipeg. Meanwhile, Winnipeg's starting goalie the Reigning Vezina Trophy recipient Connor Hellebuyck  has turned aside 114 of 118 shots during his personal four-game winning streak. the last time these teams met Winnipeg won 5-2. Note: TORONTO is 7-1 UNDER  revenging a loss where opponent scored 4 or more goals this season.

NHL Home teams where the total is 6 or more (WINNIPEG) - off a road blowout win by 3 goals or more, a good team (60% to 70%) playing a team with a winning record are 33-9 UNDER L/23 seasons for a 79% conversion rate for bettors.

Play UNDER

Nashville has won 5 straight and are in top form, and tonight Im going to recommend we ride their momentum. 

DALLAS is 3-17  against the money line against good offensive teams - 29 or more  shots on goal, convert 17% or better pp this season.



NASHVILLE is 9-0 against the money line when playing against a struggling  teams like Dallas (Win Pct. 25% to 40%) this season. 

Play on Nashville to win 

Both the Panthers and Wings are on two-game win streaks, but the Panthers are on tired legs as they play as they play their 3rd game in 4nights and are banged up and also recently lost star D Aaron Ekblad . Advantage Red Wings.  FLORIDA is 2-8 ATS in home games when playing their 3rd game in 4 days over the last 2 seasons.

NHL Road teams against the money line (DETROIT) - off 2 or more consecutive home wins against opponent off a road win by 2 goals or more are 29-11 L/5 seasons for a 73% conversion rate for bettors. 

Play on Detroit to cover

The Wild enter this game in top for after having gone   8-2 in their last 10 overall and are 4-1 in their last 5 games as a road favorite. Minnesota also has nice longer term numbers like going  24-9 in their last 33 games as a favorite and  20-8 in their last 28 vs. a team with a losing record. Tonight against a very inconsistent San Jose side that is just 5-11 in their last 16 home games and 18-40 in their last 58 games as an underdog the visiting Wild have the edge. note:Road team is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings.Favorite is 5-2 in the last 7 meetings. Wild are 5-2 in the last 7 meetings in San Jose. Rinse and repeat .

Play on the Minnesota Wild to win 

Ducks are 6-21 in their last 27 vs. NHL and in their current form are fade material vs a St.Louis team that is getting healthier and matches up well in this post play. Blues are 65-24 in their last 89 vs. a team with a winning % below .400. Ducks are 0-6 L/6 meetings in this series.

NHL Road teams against the money line (ANAHEIM) - revenging 4 or more losses versus opponent in last 2 years, tired team - playing their 3rd road game in 5 days are 3-36 L/5 seasons for a go against 92% conversion rate for bettors. 

Play on St.Louis to win 

Blackhawks  starting goalie Lankinen, who was 0-2-1 with an .869 save percentage in three previous starts against the Panthers is fade material in this spot play .  Panthers are 7-2 L/9 as chalk. 

FLORIDA is 9-2 ATS revenging a loss versus opponent this seaso

 NHL Road teams against the money line (FLORIDA) - off 2 consecutive losses against division rivals, with a winning record on the season playing a losing team are 30-7 L/5 seasons for a 81% conversion rate.

Play on Florida to win 

The Blues have played sub par uninspired hockey at times this season, but you can still see flashes of brilliance. With  Vladimir Tarasenko and Jaden Schwartz healthy again and  playing on the first line the Blues should ignite upward a long as they can stay out of the trainers room. 

ST LOUIS is 20-11 ATS  in road games revenging a home loss versus opponent over the last 3 seasons

Blues are 11-4 in their last 15 road games. Blues are 20-8 in their last 28 in the third game of a 3-in-4 situation.Road team is 4-0 in the last 4 meetings.

NHL Road teams where the total is 6 or more (ST LOUIS) - extremely tired team - playing their 3rd road game in 4 days, winning between 51% and 60% of their games on the season in the first half of the season are 36-11 L/24 seasons for a 77% conversion rate. 

Play on the Blues to win 

The Florida Panthers have electrifying forward Anthony Duclair back in the lineup, and the results paid off immediately on Saturday afternoon with a 2-0 win vs Nashville and now Im betting on them upsetting the Stanley Cup defending champs.FLORIDA is 11-3 ATS in road games off a home win over the last 3 seasons.  Panthers are 11-1 in their last 12 after scoring 2 goals or less in their previous game.  Panthers are 9-2 in their last 11 road games.

Play on Florida to win 

This is the third meeting in a row between these teams, with both taking one game . The Devils have proved they can hang with the Pens, and this line to does not properly illuminate into the ML> Also in a separate power ranking assessment I have the Pens flagged as lower ranking side from a conditioning stand point. Note:  Penguins are 1-5 in their last 6 games playing on 0 days rest. 

Play on the Devils to win 

Edmonton took the last meeting 2-1 and now Im betting on a rebound from the Jets in the follow up here tonight. Jets are 6-0 in their last 6 when their opponent allows 2 goals or less in their previous game.Jets are 7-1 in their last 8 after scoring 2 goals or less in their previous game

NHL Home Teams when the money line is -100 to -150 (EDMONTON) - hot team - having won 6 or 7 of their last 8 games, good team, winning 60-70% or more of their games on the season are 33-59 L/5 seasons for a go against   64% conversion rate. 

Play on the Winnipeg Jets to win 

The Jets according to. my rankings and data analysis are one of the best conditioned sides in the the NHL note: . Jets are 6-1 in their last 7 in the third game of a 3-in-4 situation.Jets are also 8-3 in their last 11 games as an underdog and  are 5-2 in their last 7 games as a road underdog and deserve respect here on a value line vs a Oilers team that they have beaten 5 of their L/7 visits to Edmonton. the Oilers won the last meeting so the Jets will be even hungrier. WINNIPEG is 8-1 ATS revenging a loss versus opponent this season.

Play on Winnipeg to win 

St.Louis after a day off will primed to get a victory vs a Kings side that they matchup well against. The Kings are also off a hard fought 4 game  road trip and could take time to acclimated to home cooking again, making them susceptible to a lower grade performance Note: LOS ANGELES is 1-10 ATS  after playing 4 consecutive road games over the last 2 seasons. Kings are 1-6 in their last 7 games as an underdog.

Blues are 9-3 in their last 12 road games.Blues are 14-5 in their last 19 in the third game of a 3-in-4 situation.Blues are 11-4 in their last 15 games as a road favorite.Blues are 5-2 in the last 7 meetings in Los Angeles.

Play on the St.Louis Blues to win 

NHL Road teams against the money line (SAN JOSE) - revenging 4 or more losses versus opponent in last 2 years, tired team - playing their 3rd road game in 5 days are 35-3 L/5 seasons for a 92% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on Vegas 

The San Jose Sharks take a season-best three-game winning streak to Las Vegas on Monday night, when they open a back-to-back set with the West Division-leading Vegas Golden Knights. With momentum on their side the Sharks  are in my humble betting opinion a viable wagering opportunity on a value line. San Jose will also be very motivated tonight, after hearing this statement: Quote: "We used to have a pretty good rivalry,"  Knights Marchessault said. "Now it's not as powerful as it was the first two years. ... We just came here and took care of business." END Quote: 

Road team is 6-0 in the last 6 meetings.

Play on San Jose to win