The Kings trail 3-2 in the best-of-seven set with Game 6 in Los Angeles on Saturday night and will leave everything on the ice tonight against the Oilers. The Kings have been very competitive and despite of losing 6-3 last time out, still did not look outclassed .Los Angeles is getting as close to 100 percent healthy as it has been all series and deserve respect here in my betting opinion to take this series to a game 7. 

Oilers are 32-71 in their last 103 games playing on 3 or more days rest.

Kings are 4-0 in their last 4 games playing on 3 or more days rest.Kings are 13-5 in their last 18 home game. 

LOS ANGELES is 4-0 SU after allowing 4 goals or more in a loss to a division rival over the last 2 seasons.

NHL Road teams against the money line (EDMONTON) - hot team - having won 12 or more of their last 15 games, a good team (60% to 70%) playing a team with a winning record are 17-39 L/5 seasons for a go against 62% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on the LA Kings to win 

The Maple Leafs  won their last two games here in TB , but the Bolts wont be easily beaten here as they have only lost 3 games at home once this season and have the 2nd best home record in the NHL this season with a 28-8-5 reg season record. Tampa Bay had the better chances vs  Toronto 36-32  last time out and once again look to be the side to back. It must also be noted that the Maple Leafs were on the wrong end of  52-31 mark in scoring chances in Game 3 and 48-28 in Game 4. Advantage Tampa Bay based on momentum. 

key trend the Buds are just  0-11 L/11   when it comes to scoring  more than 3 goals in an  elimination game so, unless they play lights out D, the Bolts have an edge! With TBs star Goalie Vasilevsky in top form right now things dont look good for the Leafs. 

Play on Tampa Bay to win 

Pure grit and determination as well as great chemistry make this hard working Kings team a value bet on this line. They just never seem to stop working, and the Oilers Im betting will end up under great pressure tonight in their own building. Just to much value to pass up on in what has been so far a back forth evenly matched series. Forget the overall stats from the regular season, or media perceptions,  they mean nothing in this series. Advantage Kings.Kings are 15-7 in their last 22 vs. Pacific.

Play on LA Kings to win 

The Kings twice have trailed 2-0 by the end of the first period before mounting comebacks, and despite of losing game 2 to the  Oilers by 4-2 count  have proven to me they matchup well vs the Oilers.  The best-of-seven series is tied 1-1 and wont be surprised if the underdog takes the lead in this play off series. Kings are 12-4 in their last 16 home games.Kings are 14-6 in their last 20 vs. Pacific.

Play on the LA Kings to win 

My power rankings suggest the LA Kings matchup well vs the Oilers, and must not be disrespected in their ability to pull off a 2nd straight underdog win here in Edmonton vs a offensively explosive Oilers team that lacks consistent D. Like I have continually said, offense can get you into the play offs, but defense wins championships, and the Oilers lack solid consistent defense which is not a winning proposition in  post season hockey. EDMONTON is 7-13 ATS   after a home game where both teams score 3 or more goals this season.EDMONTON is 4-8 ATS  off a close home loss by 1 goal this season. (LA win game 1 of this series 4-3)

Kings are 4-1 in their last 5 road games.Kings are 14-5 in their last 19 vs. Pacific.Kings are 10-4 in their last 14 games following a win.Kings are 24-11 in their last 35 vs. Western Conference.Kings are 15-7 in their last 22 overall.

Play on the LA Kings 

The Rangers  are expected to be a force in this year's postseason, the Devils are in the playoffs for the first time since 2018, and for just the second time in 11 seasons.

The Devils are not an experienced play off side, and Im betting the pressure at least here in game 1 will be to much for them. New York was 12-3-4 in its last 19 games and Ill ride their momentum into this tilt on a value line. 

New York ranked first in the league at killing penalties (45-for-50) and ranked sixth in power-play percentage (16-for-59). Advantage NYR. 

Rangers are 4-0 in their last 4 games playing on 3 or more days rest.Rangers are 7-3 in their last 10 Conference Quarterfinals games.Rangers are 10-4 in the last 14 meetings.Devils are 1-4 in their last 5 Conference Quarterfinals games.

Play on the NY Rangers to win 

The Oilers offense got them into the play offs, but their Achilles heel their defense could be their undoing here in game one vs a LA side that my power rankings suggest matchup very well against them. Playing successful play off hockey is predicated on playing solid D, the Oilers are sub par in that category and very vulnerable here in game 1 of this series vs a tough two way Kings team that must not be underestimated.   LOS ANGELES is 18-4 ATS  against sub par defensive teams - allowing 3+ goals/game - 2nd half of the season this season. 

EDMONTON is 1-6 ATS  in home games after a 5 game unbeaten streak over the last 2 seasons.

 Kings are 7-1 in their last 8 games playing on 3 or more days rest. Oilers are 32-70 in their last 102 games playing on 3 or more days rest.

Play on the LA Kings to win 

The NY Islanders are built for play off hockey. Its been said, that they play a boring style of hockey. well get ready for more conservative action here tonight, and for the Carolina Canes to find the sledding tough vs a very experienced play off side, with world class goaltending between the pipes in Illya Sorokin.Islanders are 10-1 in their last 11 Conference Quarterfinals games.

Play on the NY Islanders 

The defending Stanley cup champion Avalanche  have won 12 of their past 14 games to climb into a tie for first with the Dallas Stars atop the Central Division standings and in their current form look like. a team on a mission with huge momentum on their sides. Meanwhile, LA after a hot run, have cooled off thanks to a boatload full of injuries and have now lost 4 of their L/6 games. It must be noted that the Avs have the added incentive of revenge for a 5-2 loss suffered at home to the Kings back on March 9th. 

COLORADO is 15-3 ATS  in road games against excellent power play teams- scoring on 17.5% or better of their chances in the 2nd half of the year this season.COLORADO is 12-2 ATS in road games revenging a loss vs opponent of 2 goals or more over the last 2 seasons.

LOS ANGELES is 0-8 ATS versus very good teams - outscoring their opponents by 0.5+ goals/G - 2nd half of the season this season.

Play on Avs to win 

The Islanders need this win desperately if they want to remain in the hunt for a play-off spot. With Tampa already having clinched a play off spot Im betting they will rest some players and not be extremely motivated and on tired legs after playing last night. Advantage Isles.  TAMPA BAY is 1-8 ATS  when playing their 2nd road game in 2 days this season.

Play on NY Islanders to win

Both these sides are off losses and both are not playing a top tier brand of hockey at the moment. However, according to my power rankings the NJ Devils very much have the edge here. Note:  Four of the Sabres  last six losses have been by at least three goals and two have been by at least six goals so their obviously completely in disarray. 

Sabres are 0-5 in their last 5 home games.

Devils are 23-5 in their last 28 vs. a team with a losing record.

Devils are 26-8 in their last 34 road games.

BUFFALO is 0-9 ATS in home games against top caliber teams - outscoring opponents by 0.65+ goals/game this season.

Devils are 5-0 in the last 5 meetings in Buffalo.

Play on NJ Devils to win

The Jets will return home for a Tuesday night meeting with the 26th-placed Arizona Coyotes in need to post wins if they hope to remain in a positive play off position. I know we are laying a lot of lumber, but this is a matchup the Jets will be primed to win. This fav line is the cost of two separate games but considering the situation and the trend listed below is worth the wager %. 

NHL Home Favorites of -200 to -300 against the money line (WINNIPEG) - extremely tired team - playing 8 or more games in 14 days, winning between 51% and 60% of their games on the season are 33-0 L/5 seasons with the average gpg diff clicking in at +2.3 which qualifies on a ml/ puck-line offering. 

Play on Winnipeg Jets to win 

The Jets played last night but according to my power rankings are one of top conditioned teams in the entire NHL/Jets are 5-0 in their last 5 games playing with no  rest. Meanwhile, the Blues have lost 10 of their L/14 overall, and  are just  1-6 in their last 7 home games.Blues are also  1-7 in their last 8 vs. Central and  1-10 in their last 11 vs. a team with a winning record and have lost both their games to the Jets already this season. ST LOUIS is 1-11 ATS playing with double revenge - 2 straight losses vs. opponent this season. Jets are 13-3 in the last 16 meetings in St. Louis.

ST LOUIS is 2-14 ATS when playing against a marginal winning team (Win Pct. 51% to 60%) this season with the average gpg diff clicking at -2.

Jets are 6-0 in the last 6 meetings.

 Meanwhile, the Jets are 19-7 in their last 26 vs. Central and  are 24-10 in their last 34 vs. a team with a losing record.

Play on the Winnipeg Jets to win 

Los Angeles is 5-0-1 in its past six games, with its only set back coming in a  2-1 shootout loss to the Nashville Predators on Saturday to open a seven-game homestand. Meanwhile, the Isles despite of being in desperation mode as they chase a wild card spot do not matchup well vs the Kings, even with emerging super star goalie Sorokin between the pipes.Islanders are  also just 5-11 in their last 16 road games and are 1-5 in the last 6 meetings in Los Angeles.NY ISLANDERS are 3-16 ATS  against good possession teams-averaging 3+ more shots on goal than opp in the 2nd half of the year over the last 2 seasons.

Play on LA Kings to win 

Edmonton’s playing strong hockey at the moment  with victories in 4 of their L/5 games and have played well on the road this season winning at 61% clip  and must be respected here as underdogs vs the Leafs behind the what is an explosive offense. The Oilers have won nine of their last 14 road tilts. Considering the Leafs Leafs are in the process of sorting out their defense after Luke Schenn, Jake McCabe and Erik Gustafsson were added in deals before the trade deadline its an easy decision for me to back an offense that could have the leafs skating in circles. Oilers are 4-1 in their last 5 vs. a team with a winning record.Oilers are 10-3 in their last 13 vs. Atlantic.

EDMONTON is 16-8 ATS  in road games against good offensive teams - scoring 2.85+ goals/game this season.

Play on Edmonton to win on the ML

Tampa Bay after 5 straight losses are in desperation mode and now have a Flyers  team they should easily be able to handle and get back in the win column. I know we are laying a lot of lumber here, but in rare circumstances when the situation warrants it , Ill recommend we lay in one event what we would in two events from a a bankroll allocation perspective. 

Flyers are 4-13 in the last 17 meetings in Tampa Bay. 

Lightning are 50-21 in their last 71 vs. a team with a winning % below .400.

Lightning are 44-19 in their last 63 games following a loss of 3 or more goals.

Home Favorites of -200 to -300 against the money line (TAMPA BAY) - extremely tired team - playing 8 or more games in 14 days, winning between 51% and 60% of their games on the season are 32-0 L/5 seasons for a 100% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on Tampa Bay to win 

Washington is off two consecutive road wins vs San Jose with the last victory coming by a 8-3 count. In the recent past coming off conclusive wins has not been a recipe for success for the sub .500 Caps as is evident by and 0-7 ATS  after a blowout win by 4 goals or more this season and a 0-6 ATS record after scoring 6 goals or more in their previous game this season. Tonight against a Kings side playing at a very high level at the moment its an easy decision to take the home side that will be well aware of the Caps big win last time out and will not be overlooking their opponent.LOS ANGELES is 10-0 ATS against sub par defensive teams like Washington - allowing 3+ goals/game - 2nd half of the season this season.

Play on the LA Kings to win 

Ottawa defeated Columbus 4-0 the last time they played and once again matchup very well vs a Blue Jackets side in tank mode. Ottawa has won 4 straight games, and Im betting on a 5th straight victory.  I know this is lots of lumber but risk reward ratio is strong based on the trend below. Look at this way- we are betting an allocated 2 game price for one game. Not a long term profitable method  but in certain targeted circumstances its a viable method for short term profit procurement.  

NHL Home Favorites of -200 to -300 against the money line (OTTAWA) - extremely tired team - playing 8 or more games in 14 days, winning between 51% and 60% of their games on the season are 31-0 L/5 seasons for a 100% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on Senators to win 

This is a  key game  with a  major impact on playoff positioning this  afternoon as the Dallas Stars host the Colorado Avalanche. The defending champions Colorado Avs Im betting have the edge, in big games like this .Dallas had been struggling since posting consecutive shutouts in mid-January, going 2-3-5, but now it has won three of its last four and are fade material in this spot play. Stars are 1-5 in their last 6 home games.

Road team is 10-4 in the last 14 meetings.

Avalanche are 5-2 in the last 7 meetings in Dallas.

Avalanche are 5-1 in their last 6 vs. a team with a winning record.

Play on the Avalanche 

Habs despite of playing well lately are pretty banged up and according to my power rankings do not matchup well here. Yes, we are laying some lumber here, but according to my projections this bet is highly probability to cash . Risk reward has been calculated.

LOS ANGELES is 8-1 ATS after allowing 4 goals or more 2 straight games this season.

NHL Home Favorites of -200 to -300 against the money line (LOS ANGELES) - extremely tired team - playing 8 or more games in 14 days, winning between 51% and 60% of their games on the season are 30-0 L/5 seasons for a 100% conversion rate. 

Play on LA Kings 

The Blackhawks arrive in Anaheim, Calif., riding a season-best, five-game winning streak and are the better of these two bottom feeders. I know the Ducks have just won 2 straight road games, but are  just 9-16-1 in their own building and have lost three consecutive games as hosts. Advantage Chicago. 

Blackhawks are 4-0 in their last 4 games following a win.Blackhawks are 4-1 in their last 5 games playing on 1 days rest.

CHICAGO is 5-2 ATS  in road games when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season this season.

Blackhawks are 8-1 in the last 9 meetings. Blackhawks are 4-0 in the last 4 meetings in Anaheim.

Play on Chicago to win 

Two teams on losing streaks play this afternoon in Washington as the NY Rangers come to town. The Caps have lost 6 straight  and have lost their L/5 home games while the Rangers have lost 3 consecutive games.During the streak, the Capitals are getting outscored 24-10 and are fade material in their current form in  this spot play. the Rangers are also in revenge mode for a 4-0 loss they suffered to the Caps back in late December.  NY RANGERS are 9-1 ATS   in road games revenging a loss versus opponent as a favorite this season.

NHL  favorite against the money line (NY RANGERS) - after allowing 3 goals or more 5 straight games against opponent after 3 straight losses by 2 goals or more are 39-7 L/27 seasons for a 85% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on Rangers to win 

The Habs behind top tier goal tending (  Sam Montembeault) and some decent offensive outputs have won 4 of their L/6 games and matchup well here vs a Flyers side off a grueling 4 game western road trip.  Im betting ti will take time for the Flyers to get acclimated to home cooking again, and for the up-trending Les Canadiens to take advantage of that .Flyers are 7-30 in their last 37 vs. Atlantic.Flyers are 1-6 in their last 7 home games.Road team is 7-2 in the last 9 meetings.Canadiens are 4-1 in the last 5 meetings in Philadelphia.

Play on Montreal to win 

The Oilers are rested but they go against a hungry defending Stanley Cup Championship side today that is 4-0-0 in afternoon games this season and 17-3-1 since the start of the 2019-20 season.Sunday's matchup will be Oilers first visit to the Mile High City since last seasons Western Conference finals. In the two games at this venue in last years play offs , the Avalanche scored 12 goals. The Oilers really struggled against  Colorado's offense and now Im betting on a rinse and repeat situation here today. With Colorado finally getting back to full strength after a rash of injuries, they look like a viable option in this spot play.Avalanche are 72-27 in their last 99 home games and  are 20-8 in their last 28 games playing on 0 days rest.Oilers are 1-4 in their last 5 overall.Oilers are 0-5 in the last 5 meetings in Colorado.Oilers are 0-5 in the last 5 meetings.Favorite is 10-1 in the last 11 meetings.

Play on Colorado to win

The Islanders, are in big time desperation mode,  after having lost 14 of their last 20 (6-9-5) since Jan. 1, and recently have now lost  three consecutive tilts to  non-contenders (Senators, Vancouver Canucks). They are looking more and more like the play off with elude them , if they do not put forth some top tier performances especially against teams like the visiting Penguins who are are above them in the standings and have games in hand. Tonight ,Im betting at least for now the Isles put their detractors behind them, and find a way to win on home ice where they usually play their best hockey.NY ISLANDERS are 9-1 ATS  in home games when playing against a marginal winning team (Win Pct. 51% to 60%) in the second half of the season over the last 3 seasons. Islanders are 23-11 in their last 34 vs. Metropolitan. Penguins are 0-6 in their last 6 vs. Metropolitan.Penguins are 1-4 in the last 5 meetings in New York.

Play on NY Islanders to win

Since Jan. 5  the banged up Capitals have averaged 2.1 non-shootout goals while going 6-9-0 and in their current form are fade material. Meanwhile, Florida while not having a consistent season matchup well here vs a side playing without Super star Ovechkin. 

Panthers' Sergei Bobrovsky made 41 saves against the Capitals ilast time these teams play and has been hot lately  procuring a 1.73 GAA and .951 save percentage while going 3-1-0 as a starter in February. He is expected to be in goal tonight giving an edge to the Panthers as short road favs. 

Capitals are 3-10 in their last 13 in the fourth game of a 4-in-6 situation.

Capitals are 1-4 in their last 5 home games.

Play on the Florida Panthers to win

The defending Stanley Cup champion Colorado Avalanche are in a dogfight with the Minnesota Wild for a playoff berth. Im betting the Avs big game experience will help get the victory they desperately need here in Minnesota tonight. I know Colorado is playing back to back games after a hard fought 4-3 loss to TB , but it must be noted that the Avs are  are 16-5 in their last 21 games playing on 0 days rest.Colorado won the last meeting here earlier this season by 6-3 count as road chalk. 

COLORADO is 15-3 ATS in road games when playing against a marginal winning team (Win Pct. 51% to 60%) over the last 2 seasons. 

Play on Colorado to win

Conditioning has been a major problem for the Flyers recently as these trends will support.PHILADELPHIA is 1-9 ATS  in home games when playing on back-to-back days over the last 2 seasons.PHILADELPHIA is 4-21 ATS when playing their 3rd game in 4 days over the last 2 seasons.

The Flyers are once again in a position where they are on extremely tired legs. After an exhausting 2-1 shootout win over the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday, the Philadelphia Flyers suffered a  hard fought 2-1 overtime loss to the Nashville Predators on Saturday and will be in a major letdown situation vs the visiting Kraken who are desperate for a win after 3 straight losses. PHILADELPHIA is 7-25 ATS after scoring 2 goals or less in 2 straight games over the last 2 seasons.

NHL Road Favorites of -200 or less against the money line (SEATTLE) - well rested team - playing 5 or less games in 14 days, on Sunday games are 59-19 L/27 seasons for a 76% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on Seattle to win 

Oilers are 6-0 in their last 6 vs. Atlantic. and  are 5-1 in their last 6 road games and are also  8-2 in their last 10 overall and deserve respect here as road chalk. I know Ottawa has won 4 straight but 2 of those victories came against the lowly Habs. 

OTTAWA is 1-14 ATS  in home games against good starting goalies - saving  91.5% or better of shots against over the last 2 seasons. .

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

Home underdogs of +100 to +200 against the money line (OTTAWA) - after successfully covering the spread in 2 or more consecutive games, in February games are 6-33 L/5 seasons for a go against 84% conversion rate for bettors. 

Favorite is 9-2 in the last 11 meetings.Oilers are 9-2 in the last 11 meetings.Oilers are 6-1 in the last 7 meetings in Ottawa.

Play on Edmonton to win 

Colorado lost to the Penguins in OT last time out by a 2-1 count and will be primed for a bounce back and redemption effort against a top tier group of Bolts that the Avs when healthy matchup well against. Note: The Lightning current two-game losing streak  against  the Panthers and San Jose Sharks. were not good looks for them coming into this tilt. 

COLORADO is 20-4 ATS after playing a game where 4 or fewer total goals were scored over the last 2 seasons.

Avalanche are 6-2 in the last 8 meetings.

Avalanche are 4-1 in the last 5 meetings in Tampa Bay.

NHL Road underdogs against the money line (COLORADO) - off a close road loss by 1 goal, winning between 51% and 60% of their games on the season in the second half of the season are 30-14 L/5 seasons for a 68% conversion rate.

Play on Colorado to win 

The Isles have new life after getting top tier scorer Bo Horvat via a trade and are currently on a 3 game win streak. Add to that the Isles have revenge on board for a ugly 4-1 loss to the Kraken on Jan 1st in Seattle  and you have an advantageous situation with a Islanders team that plays their best hockey at home.  NY ISLANDERS are 8-1 ATS in home games when playing against a marginal winning team (Win Pct. 51% to 60%) in the second half of the season over the last 3 seasons.Kraken are 4-10 in their last 14 games playing on 3 or more days rest.Islanders are 8-3 in their last 11 vs. Pacific.

Play on the NY Islanders to win

Both these teams visiting Colorado and their hosts the Pittsburgh Pens are hanging around the wild-card spots in their respective conferences. Both are in need of wins, but the superior side according to my power rankings is the defending Stanley Cup champs Avalanche.Colorado was heating up before the All-Star break, winning seven of eight and now Im betting that momentum continues here in Pittsburgh tonight.Avalanche are 22-6 in their last 28 games playing on 3 or more days rest.Avalanche are 70-24 in their last 94 vs. a team with a losing record.Penguins are 7-21 in their last 28 vs. a team with a winning record.

NHL Road Favorites against the money line (COLORADO) - off a home win against a division rival, in February games are 23-3 L/5 seasons for a 89% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on Avs to win

Islanders are now armed with a new acquired top tier goal scorer Bo Horvat  to compliment their other star center Matt Barzal . The energy of having their new star in the lineup should see the team as a whole ready to perform art top level. 

Islanders are 53-25 in their last 78 vs. a team with a losing record.

PHILADELPHIA is 11-32 ATSin home games against  offenses - averaging 29.5+ shots on goal per game over the last 2 seasons.  Flyers are 19-56 in their last 75 vs. Eastern Conference.

NHL Road teams against the money line (NY ISLANDERS) - well rested team - playing 3 or less games in 10 days, a marginal losing team (40% to 49%) playing a losing team are 27-8 L/5 seasons for a 77% conversion rate for bettors.

NY Islanders to win 

The Toronto Maple Leafs host the Boston Bruins in each team’s final tilt  before the all-star break. The Bruins have lost three straight and have looked tired of late after playing non stop top tier hockey for 3 and half months. Look for the Leafs to take advantage of what looks to be a out of gas opponent. 

TORONTO is 16-3 ATS  in home games against good passing teams - averaging 5 or more assists per game in the 2nd half of the year over the last 2 seasons. TORONTO is 7-0 ATS in home games against good possession teams-averaging 3+ more shots on goal than opp in the 2nd half of the year over the last 2 seasons.

NHL Road Teams when the money line is -100 to -150 (BOSTON) - good defensive team - allowing 2.55  or less goals/game on the season, after a loss by 2 goals or more in their previous game are 12-33 L/5 seasons for a go against 73% conversion rate. 

Play on Toronto to win on the ML

New Jersey has won the first four games of its five-game trip that concludes at Climate Pledge Arena and improved to 18-2-1 in away games. Its obvious this young talented group plays their best hockey away from NJ and nothing will change tonight vs their hosts the Seattle Kraken. Devils are 11-0 in their last 11 vs. Pacific

NEW JERSEY is 13-1 ATS  in road games against good passing teams - averaging 5 or more assists per game this season with the average ppg diff clicking in at +2.2 gpg.NEW JERSEY is 17-3 ATS  in a road game where where the total is 6 or more this season.NEW JERSEY is 9-0 ATS in road games after successfully covering the spread in 2 or more consecutive games this season.

NHL Home underdogs against the money line (SEATTLE) - after having won 4 or 5 of their last 6 games, tired team - playing 6 or more games in 10 days are 9-39 L/5 seasons for a 81% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on the NJ Devils to win 

The Avs look like they are up-trending into Stanley Cup form after a long lull of sub par play mostly because of injury issues.  The Avalanche have now  won back-to-back tilts registering a solid  13-3 margin.With super star sniper Nathan MacKinnon back in the lineup the Avs become a dangerous foe for a home side like the Flames that has lost 3 of their L/5 overall as hosts.Avalanche are 68-23 in their last 91 vs. a team with a losing record.Flames are 2-5 in their last 7 vs. Central.Avalanche are 4-1 in the last 5 meetings in Calgary.

Play on the Avs to win

Devils after a fast start to their season have cooled off considerably losing 10 of their L/14 and have had problems stringing together wins. They did find a way to win last time out, but it must be noted that the Devils are 0-4 in their last 4 games following a victory. Meanwhile, the Canes are 15-4 in their last 19 overall and are 9-2 L/11 vs Eastern Conference opposition and have an edge here at home.

 NHL CAROLINA is 19-4 ATS  in home games against good possession teams-averaging 3+ more shots on goal than opp over the last 3 seasons.

CAROLINA is 51-19 ATS   in home games against good offensive teams - averaging 29.5+ shots on goal per game over the last 3 seasons.

Devils are 0-4 in the last 4 meetings in Carolina.

Devils are 0-5 in the last 5 meetings. 

Play on Carolina to win 

The Wild defeated the Blues 5-2 in St. Louis on Dec. 31, and Minnesota  and Im betting on a repeat performance in the rematch on its home ice. I know the Wild played last but they are well conditioned and are 4-0 in their last 4 games following OT on the previous day.

Wild are 9-1 in their last 10 games playing on 0 days rest.

Wild are 6-1 in their last 7 vs. Central.

NHL underdog against the money line (ST LOUIS) - after scoring 3 goals or more in 3 straight games against opponent after scoring 5 goals or more in 2 straight games are 24-28  L/5 seasons for a go against 88% conversion rate for bettors. 

Play on the Wild to win 

Wild are currently in top form and are  8-2 in their last 10 overall. they have also played well against winning sides like Tampa Bay recording a  4-0 mark  in their last 4 vs. a team with a winning % above .600. The Wild also have owned the Bolts here at home winning 10 of the L/11 as hosts including 6 of their L/7 overall meetings home or away. Home ice advantage for the wild will bolster are betting option on the Wild delivering to us a bankroll expanding result. 

Play on Minnesota to win 

Toronto is playing well and  have won three of its last four games and  Im betting will have their way with a banged up Colorado team missing their top play Nathan McKinnon. . TORONTO is 13-1 ATS when playing against a marginal winning team (Win Pct. 51% to 60%) in the first half of the season over the last 2 seasons.

NHL Road Favorites against the money line (TORONTO) - after having won 3 of their last 4 games, with a winning record on the season playing another winning team in the first half of the season are 61-23 L/5 seasons for a 73% conversion rate. 

Play on the Toronto Maple Leafs to win 

I know the Panthers have not had a great season so far, and enter this game having lost three straight vs a Carolina side on a 9 game winning streak. But with that said, all good and bad runs must eventually come to end, and Im willing to bet the Canes run will end tonight vs a Florida side that has had success in this series over the last few seasons winning the last 5 meetings. Also the Canes are dealing with goalie fatigue as Raatna has now played three straight games  and a nagging injury to their young goalie Pyotr Kochetkov prob puts him between the pipes again. Advantage Panthers on the moneyline. 

Play on Florida Panthers  to win 

NJ after a fast start to their season have now lost 7 of their L/8 games.  Meanwhile, Boston remains mostly in top form, despite of a trip up against lower tier Ottawa side last time out losing by a 3-2 count. Boston has won the L/4 meetings in this series and Im betting this veteran group  bounces back tonight. Boston is 9-4-1 on the road this season.BOSTON is 11-1 ATS   when playing against a team with a winning record this season.

Play on Boston Bruins to win 

The Flames are coming off back-to-back wins in San Jose on Sunday and Tuesday. They combined to outscore the Sharks 12-5 and are getting into top form. I know their opponents are also on a winning run, but from a matchup viewpoint the Flames matchup well here and deserve to be slight favs in my humble betting opinion. 

Flames are 6-2 in their last 8 vs. Western Conference.

LOS ANGELES is 9-20 ATS in home games after scoring 4 goals or more in their previous game over the last 3 seasons.

NHL underdog against the money line (LOS ANGELES) - after scoring 3 goals or more in 3 straight games against opponent after scoring 5 goals or more in 2 straight games are just 3-28 L/5 seasons for a go against 90% conversion rate for bettors. 

Play on Calgary to win 

The Chicago Blackhawks have imploded and alot of their top players want out. The Hawks have now lost 7 straight games by 2 goals or more. Here to take advantage of their dire situation is a Nashville side that despite of a sub par record has shown flashes of brilliance this season.  With this being a strong win situation for them Im betting they will primed to heap more pain on a already down and out group in the Windy city.  CHICAGO is also  1-15 ATS after having lost 6 or 7 of their last 8 games this season.Blackhawks are 19-45 in their last 64 home games.

Play on Preds to win on the ML 

Detroit has lost 3 straight games and have scored just 3 goals in that span, and Im betting on more struggles tonight on the road in Minnesota. 

Minnesota has given up just one goal in the last two games. The Wild shutout Vancouver 3-0 on Saturday, then pulled off a  2-1 victory over the high flying  Edmonton Oilers on Monday.

"We were defending, and not only just playing defense," coach Dean Evason said. "We were doing the right things offensively that we didn't have to play as much defense.

Advantage Wild to win.

MINNESOTA is 14-2 ATS  off a close home win by 1 goal over the last 2 seasons.

DETROIT is 3-18 ATS when playing against a marginal winning team (Win Pct. 51% to 60%) over the last 2 seasons.

NHL Home Favorites of -200 to -300 against the money line (MINNESOTA) - extremely tired team - playing 8 or more games in 14 days, winning between 51% and 60% of their games on the season are 27-0 L/5 seasons for a 100% conversion rate with the average gpg diff clicking in at +2.3 which qualifies on this puckline offering. 

Play on the Minnesota Wild 

The Oilers behind the explosive offensive duo of Connor McDavid  and Leon Draisaitl according to my power rankings matchup well vs the Nashville Predators,  a side they have defeated   seven straight times . and  out scoring them by a 34-15  count in those tilts. I know the Oilers lost last night by a 2-1 count at Minnesota , but this is one of the better conditioned teams in the NHL and viable favs here on the road.    Note: EDMONTON is 14-2 ATS when playing their 8th game in 14 days over the last 3 seasons. Oilers are 20-7 in their last 27 when their opponent scores 2 goals or less in their previous game.

NASHVILLE is 3-12 ATS  against horrible power play killing teams-opp score on 19% or more  of chances this season..

EDMONTON is 4-0-0 straight up against NASHVILLE over the last 3 seasons and have won 7 straight meetings. 

Play on Oilers to win 

Winnipeg will be looking for its fifth straight victory while Washington is riding its first three-game winning streak of the season and Im betting the home side has the edge  . Winnipeg plays it best hockey at home having won 10 of 13 games. I know the Jets have played a heavy schedule of late, but they are a well conditioned team. Note: Jets are 6-1 in their last 7 in the fourth game of a 4-in-6 situation.

Capitals are 3-8 in their last 11 road games.

Capitals are 4-11 in their last 15 vs. a team with a winning record.

Capitals are 1-4 in their last 5 vs. Central.

WINNIPEG is 13-3 ATS   against poor defensive teams - opponents average 29.5+ shots on goal this season. WINNIPEG is 12-4 ATS (+16.3 Units) against excellent power play teams - scoring on  19% or more of their chances this season.

NHL Home Favorites against the money line (WINNIPEG) - off 2 consecutive road wins by 2 goals or more, with a winning record on the season playing a losing team in the first half of the season are 52-8 L/26 seasons for a 87% conversion rate .

Play on Winnipeg to win on the ML

The Leafs have dominated teams with their defense and goaltending  and are now  11-0-2 over their last 13, overall. With the offense now starting to roll their extremely dangerous especially against a side like Calgary thats having issues burying the biscuit and on tired legs . The buds currently rank third in high-danger chances per 60 (HDCF/60) over last 14 days and deserve respect as favs here in this spot.CALGARY is 2-8 ATS in road games against mistake free teams - opponents average 4 or less power plays/game this season.CALGARY is 0-7 ATS  in road games when playing their 4th game in 7 days this season.

Play on Toronto to win 

The young upstart Devils have really made a big turn around from the last few seasons of sub par hockey. Now at 21-5 SU on the season they have become the darlings of the betting public. But tonight against a veteran laden NYI side, Im betting their going to face extreme resistance. Islanders are 6-1 in their last 7 vs. Eastern Conference. Islanders are 19-7 in their last 26 vs. Metropolitan.

Devils are 51-112 in their last 163 vs. a team with a winning record.

NHL team against the money line (NEW JERSEY) - off a home blowout win by 3 goals or more against opponent off a home blowout loss by 3 goals or more are just are 23-48 L/5 seasons for a go against 68% conversion rate for bettors.

Islanders are 4-1 in the last 5 meetings in New Jersey.

Play on NYI to win 

St. Louis, which has lost four straight and six of seven games (1-6-0), are now on tired legs after playing and losing last night vs the NYR at MSG. Meanwhile, the Isles are a 3-0 win on Sunday vs the Blackhawks and have now he   allowed just 66 goals on the season, tied for fourth fewest in the NHL. Advantage Islanders.

,ST LOUIS is 1-8 ATS   after 3 straight losses by 2 goals or more over the last 3 seasons.

NY ISLANDERS are 8-2 ATS  against good offensive teams - 29 or more shots on goal, convert 17% or better of their  pp this season.

NHL underdog against the money line (ST LOUIS) - struggling  team - outscored by their opponents by 0.65+ goals/game, after allowing 5 goals or more 3 straight games are 3-35 L/5 seasons for a 93% go against conversion rate for bettors. 

NY Islanders to win 

The Jets' took a  4-3 overtime win at Colorado on Oct. 19 and now the defending Stanley Cup champs have revenge on board and will primed for redemption. Tonight Im betting the Colorado's top tier goalie Alexander Georgiev who has stopped 95 of the 98 shots during a current three-game winning streak will be the difference maker.

Avalanche are 8-0 in their last 8 Tuesday games.Avalanche are 14-2 in their last 16 games playing on 2 days rest.Avalanche are 13-4 in their last 17 vs. Central. COLORADO is 21-4 ATS  after 3 straight games with 33 or more shots on goal over the last 2 seasons.

WINNIPEG is 0-6 ATS   in home games after playing 3 straight games where 7 or more total goals were scored over the last 3 seasons. Jets are 3-8 in their last 11 vs. a team with a winning % above .600.

NHL Home teams against the money line (WINNIPEG) - slow starting team-outscored by opp by 0.2+ goals/game in first period, after playing 2 straight games where 8 or more total goals were scored are 14-44 L/5 seasons for a go against 76% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on Colorado Avs to win 

Toronto snapped New Jersey's 13-game winning streak and avenged a 3-2 overtime loss to the Devils on Nov. 17 and now have confidence and momentum entering this tilt against a team that struggling at home of late  having  won just four of 10 home games this season while garnering a   minus-four goal differential at Xcel Energy Center. TORONTO is 9-0 against the money line in road games in November games over the last 2 seasons.

. It must be noted that despite a 2 game win streak Minnesota ranks 31st in the league in high-danger chances per 60 across the last two weeks.

Play on Toronto to win 

Florida is in a bit of a funk having lost 3 straight and 4 of their L/5.  However,  this is a grand opportunity for redemption as the Panthers look to get back some lost confidence as well as gain  momentum. Knowing that the Bruins are a top tier side, will have the home side who thrive as hosts wide awake and ready to complete. Note: Panthers are 53-17 in their last 70 home games and beat the Bruins the last time they visited south Florida back in Oct of  2021. Home team is 4-0 in the last 4 meetings.

FLORIDA is 15-2 ATS  after having lost 4 or 5 of their last 6 games over the last 3 seasons.

FLORIDA is 13-2 ATS  in home games when playing against a team with a winning record in the first half of the season over the last 2 seasons.FLORIDA is 11-2 ATS in home games against good possession teams-averaging 3+ more shots on goal than opp over the last 2 seasonsFLORIDA is 10-1 ATS against good power play killing teams - opp score on 14.5% or less of chances over the last 2 seasons.

NHL Home Teams when the money line is -100 to -150 (FLORIDA) - after allowing 3 goals or more 3 straight games against opponent after scoring 4 goals or more in 4 straight games are 25-3 L/26 seasons for a 89% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on Florida Panthers to win 

Buffalo has lost 8 straight games and are fade material in their current form vs a Habs side that has garnered wins in 4 of their L/6 trips to the ice. Note: key here is Buffalos inability to stop power plays as they have allowed 17-for-28 over the past nine games, a  ugly 60.7 percent success rate, and has allowed at least one goal in nine straight tilts.

BUFFALO is 0-8 ATS  after allowing 3 goals or more 5 straight games this season. BUFFALO is 0-7 ATS   after a loss by 2 goals or more in their previous game this season.

MONTREAL is 6-1 ATS after having lost 2 of their last 3 games this season.

NHL Road teams against the money line (BUFFALO) - after allowing 4 goals or more 3 straight games against opponent after winning their previous game in overtime are 3-26 L/5 seasons for a go against 90% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on Montreal to win 

The Ducks' 4.33 goals-against average is the second-worst in the NHL and have lost 5 of their L/6 overall while their hosts the Blues are 6-0 L/6 overall. Two teams playing at the proverbial opposite end of the performance spectrum. Advantage Blues.

NHL Home Favorites of -200 to -300 against the money line (ST LOUIS) - extremely tired team - playing 8 or more games in 14 days, winning between 51% and 60% of their games on the season are 25-0 100% L/5 seasons with the average gpg diff clicking in at +2.3. 

Play on the St.Louis Blues

The New York Islanders are 9-3-0 since Oct. 26 and have not dropped back-to-back games since losing three in a row from Oct. 20-23. They are off a loss last time out and now Im betting on a rebound performance vs Dallas on the road tonight vs a  the Stars G' Jake Oettinger who has a 3.80 goals-against average in his last four outings and is obviously looking a little shaky.

NY ISLANDERS are 6-1 ATS  against good offensive teams - 29 or more  shots on goal, convert 17% or better pp this season.

NY Islanders to win 

San Jose has won three straight while Detroit has lost four straight losses.  Two teams are currently playing at the opposite end of the performance spectrum Advantage San Jose. 

Red Wings are 15-38 in their last 53 vs. Western Conference.

Red Wings are 26-82 in their last 108 road games.

Red Wings are 1-4 in their last 5 vs. Pacific.

Home team is 4-0 in the last 4 meetings.

 Note:Atlantic team lined  greater than -105 are just  1-25 on the ML  L26 vs visiting Western conference opponents and have fallen flat in 3 straight this season.

Play on San Jose (late steam)

Detroit matches up well vs Anaheim and have already beaten them 5-1 this season. It must be noted that ANAHEIM is 1-18   against the money line revenging a loss vs opponent of 2 goals or more over the last 2 seasons.ANAHEIM is 0-15   against the money line revenging a blowout loss vs opponent of 4 goals or more over the last 3 seasons.The Ducks still have not earned a victory in regulation this season and are looking like bottom feeders and fade material in this spot play.

Play on Detroit to win 

I know Columbus has not played as expected early on this season, but the Flyers have also been very inconsistent and have a recent history of  sub par efforts vs struggling sides like the Blue Jackets  . Note: PHILADELPHIA is 9-21 ATS  against poor possession teams-averaging 3+ less shots on goal than opp over the last 2 seasons. The Flyers are also on tired legs with this being their 3rd game in 4 nights are at a disadvantage especially considering their current form. PHILADELPHIA is 2-15 ATS when playing their 3rd game in 4 days over the last 2 seasons. PHILADELPHIA is  also just 3-21 ATS after allowing 4 goals or more 2 straight games over the last 2 seasons

NHL Road teams against the money line (PHILADELPHIA) - poor closing team-outscored by opp by 0.2+ goals/game in third period, after 3 straight blowout losses by 3 goals or more are 3-25 L/5 seasons for a go against 89% conversion rate.

Play on Columbus to win 

The New York Islanders will seek their ninth win in 11 games on Monday when they face a Ottawa side they matchup well against. The Sens did end a 7 game losing streak last time out, but once again look vulnerable to attach another L to that record.

OTTAWA is 0-11 ATS in home games against good starting goalies - saving  91.5% or better  of shots against over the last 2 seasons. Note: Varlamov is 3-2-0 with a 2.93 goals-against average this season, while Ilya Sorokin has a 2.17 GAA in winning seven of his 11 starts this season. Sorokin stopped 56 of 60 shots to win both of his starts versus Ottawa in 2021-22.

OTTAWA is 2-16 ATS  in November games over the last 2 seasons.

Isles have won the L/3 most head to head battles and get the nod again. 

NY Islanders to win 

The Blue Jackets have lost nine of their first 12 games  and 5 straight even though they signed  star free-agent forward Johnny Gaudreau in the offseason. At this point chemistry seems to be an issue with this group and they are fade material in their current form. Meanwhile, the Flyers have won two straight and have an edge in momentum.

Philadelphia have registered at least a point in nine of its first 12 games (7-3-2) after recording wins over Ottawa last Saturday and St. Louis on Tuesday night.

PHILADELPHIA is 10-22 ATS  against poor teams - outscored by their opponents by 0.3+ goals/game over the last 2 seasons.

NHL team against the money line (COLUMBUS) - poor offensive team - scoring 2.55 or less  goals/game on the season, after 3 straight blowout losses by 3 goals or more are 6-44 L/5 seasons for a go against 88% conversion rate.

NHL team against the money line (COLUMBUS) - slow starting team-outscored by opp by 0.2+ goals/game in first period, after 3 straight blowout losses by 3 goals or more are 9-38 L/5 seasons for a 81% conversion rate for bettors.

NHL team against the money line (COLUMBUS) - horrible team - outscored by their opponents by 0.65+ goals/game, after allowing 5 goals or more 3 straight games are 7-37 L/5 seasons for a 84% conversion rate.

Play on Philadelphia Flyers to win 

Ottawa enters this game in a down mode, having lost 5 straight times and are once again vulnerable to suffering another loss vs a hungry Canucks side that are coming off a 4-3 shootout loss to the visiting Nashville Predators on Saturday. Previous to that the Canucks had won 3 of 4 in are still in my betting opinion up trending and better shape to pick up a win here than their opposition. VANCOUVER is 8-3 ATS  in road games after losing their previous game in overtime over the last 3 seasons.

OTTAWA is 1-14 ATS  in November games over the last 2 seasons. Senators are 5-14 in their last 19 vs. Pacific.

Canucks are 9-1 in their last 10 games playing on 2 days rest.

NHL Home teams against the money line (OTTAWA) - after 5 or more consecutive losses, a bad team, winning 30% to 40% of their games on the season in the first half of the season are 26-5 L/5 seasons for a 84% conversion rate for bettors.

Canucks are 11-5 in the last 16 meetings.

Play on Vancouver Canucks to win 

Boston had a 7 game win streak end last time out against the /Toronto Maple Leafs by a 2-1 count. Note: BOSTON is 12-1 ATS  in home games after scoring 1 goal or less in their previous game over the last 3 seasons. 

Meanwhile, the Blues are 0-6 L/6 overall and in complete disarray. ST LOUIS is 0-5 ATS after 1 or more consecutive losses this season.

Advantage Boston. 

NHL team against the money line (ST LOUIS) - poor offensive team - scoring 2.55 or less goals/game on the season, after 3 straight blowout losses by 3 goals or more are  6-43 L/5 seasons for a go against 86% conversion rate for bettors. 

Play on Boston Bruins to win 

The Islanders come into this game as winners of four straight while the Blues are on a five-game losing streak. Two teams going in opposite flow directions. Instead of swimming up steam, Ill ride the momentum of the under rated pups NY Islanders. Im betting the Isles special teams, now explosive offense under Lambert and top tier goaltending behind,Sorokin’s   .935 SV% and a 2.04 GAA to have the edge. NY ISLANDERS are 20-3 ATS   when playing against a struggling team (Win Pct. 25% to 40%) in the first half of the season over the last 3 seasons.

Play on NYI to win 

Pittsburgh is slumping after having lost 4 straight games. Things dont look to get much better here this evening against Buffalo as the Pens play on tired legs with this being their 5th straight road game after playing last night in a 6-5 loss to Boston . Meanwhile, the Sabres are playing a strong brand of hockey as is evident by their 6-3 SU record so far this season. 

PITTSBURGH is 1-9 ATS  in road games after 3 straight games with 33 or more shots on goal over the last 2 seasons.

Penguins are 0-4 in their last 4 after allowing 5 goals or more in their previous game.Penguins are 0-6 in their last 6 vs. a team with a winning record.Penguins are 1-4 in their last 5 in the fourth game of a 4-in-6 situation.Penguins are 3-13 in their last 16 road games.

Sabres are 8-3 in their last 11 vs. a team with a losing record.

Home team is 5-1 in the last 6 meetings.

Play on Sabres to win 

The Islanders are on a roll having won 3 straight  games vs viable opponents including a come from behind win vs defending Stanley Cup champs  Colorado last time out. More winning from the Isles is on tap. CHICAGO is 2-17 ATS  against top caliber teams - outscoring opponents by 0.65+ goals/game over the last 2 seasons with the average gpg diff clicking in at - 2.2. 

NHL underdog against the money line (CHICAGO) - after scoring 3 goals or more in 3 straight games against opponent after scoring 5 goals or more in 2 straight games are 3-27 L/5 seasons for a go against 90% conversion rate.

Play on the NY Islanders to win