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Arizona Coyotes at New Jersey Devils odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Arizona Coyotes at New Jersey Devils odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Arizona Coyotes and New Jersey Devils (1-0-0) clash Friday night in Newark. The opening faceoff at the Prudential Center is slated for 7 p.m. ET.
Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Coyotes vs. Devils odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Arizona is dropping the puck on its season with this road tilt. Last season, the Coyotes went 28-40-14 in finishing 7th in the Central Division. They had an NHL-worst 7-25-9 mark on the road.

The Devils opened their season Thursday with a 4-3 triumph over the Detroit Red Wings. C Jack Hughes scored a pair of goals for New Jersey, a club that went 19-4-0 over its 1st 23 games a year ago.

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Coyotes at Devils odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:01 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Coyotes +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Devils -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Coyotes +1.5 (-115) | Devils -1.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Coyotes at Devils projected goalies

Karel Vejmelka (2022-23: 18-24-6, 3.43 GAA, .899 SV%) vs. Akira Schmid (2022-23: 9-5-2, 2.13 GAA, .922 SV%)

Vejmelka faced the Devils once last season, allowing 4 goals on 26 shots on Nov. 12. The then-26-year-old struggled down the stretch, posting a subpar .876 SV% over his last 12 games.

Schmid was a revelation for New Jersey last season after appearing in just 6 games the year before. The now 23-year-old logged a .921 SV% in the playoffs. He registered a .920 mark in 49 preseason minutes.

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Coyotes at Devils picks and predictions

Prediction

Coyotes 4, Devils 3

Moneyline

New Jersey took 2-of-2 from Arizona last season, but the Devils playing the back half of a double is a mitigating factor here. New Jersey’s 4-3 win Thursday came in a draining and hard-hitting grinder of a contest.

Enter a Coyotes team that added 9-year veteran F Jason Zucker (27 goals last season for the Pittsburgh Penguins) and several other solid veteran pick-ups to a group of young players that are either post-breakout or nearing that phase. Arizona is on many experts’ potential most-improved list.

Vejmelka logged impressive saves-versus-expected analytics last season, and he adds to the value here.

Consider a split play on Arizona, backing the ‘Yotes with a half-unit here and a half-unit on the puck line. TAKE ARIZONA (+200).

Puck line/Against the spread

BACK ARIZONA +1.5 (-115). New Jersey is clearly the better club, but we’re betting pricing, not prediction. Placing a half-and-half money-and-puck line play is a hedge against Arizona being perhaps a 35% win probability.

Over/Under

No lean either to either side of this figure. PASS.

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Arizona Coyotes at Edmonton Oilers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Arizona Coyotes at Edmonton Oilers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Arizona Coyotes (27-33-11) and Edmonton Oilers (40-23-8) meet Wednesday at Rogers Place. Puck drop is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Coyotes vs. Oilers odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Coyotes lost as +247 underdogs 2-1 at the Winnipeg Jets Tuesday. C Barrett Hayton scored the lone goal for the Coyotes, who lost for the 1st time in their last 5 games.

The Oilers won as -312 home favorites Monday with a 5-4 overtime victory over the San Jose Sharks. D Darnell Nurse scored the game-winner as Edmonton won its 4th straight.

This is the 2nd meeting this season between these teams. Edmonton won as a -308 home favorite 8-2 as the Over (6) cashed Dec. 7.

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Coyotes at Oilers odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Coyotes +380 (bet $100 to win $380) | Oilers -475 (bet $475 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Coyotes +1.5 (+140) | Oilers -1.5 (-180)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -170 | U: +135)

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Coyotes at Oilers projected goalies

Connor Ingram (6-13-6, 3.37 GAA, .909 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Stuart Skinner (22-14-4, 2.90 GAA, .911 SV%)

Ingram allowed 8 goals on 35 shots vs. the Oilers in the Dec. 7 loss. In his only other career start vs. Edmonton, he allowed 4 goals on 29 shots in a 5-2 loss as a member of the Nashville Predators on Nov. 3, 2021. He’s 1-8-5 and has allowed 47 goals on 492 shots, good for a 3.37 GAA and .904 SV% in 13 starts and 1 relief appearance on the road this season.

Skinner allowed 2 goals on 18 shots in his only career start vs. the Coyotes Dec. 7. In 22 home games this season (21 starts), he’s 10-8-3 and has allowed 60 goals on 674 shots, good for a 2.81 GAA and .911 SV%.

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Coyotes at Oilers picks and predictions

Prediction

Oilers 6, Coyotes 3

Moneyline

PASS.

Edmonton (-475) should be able to beat Arizona for the 5th straight time, but there is no need to risk more than 4 times your potential profit on the moneyline when the Oilers should win by multiple goals. Bet the puck line and/or the total instead.

Puck line/Against the spread

BET OILERS -1.5 (-180).

In both of Ingram’s career starts vs. Edmonton, his team has lost by at least 3 goals. Three of the Oilers’ last 4 wins have been by multiple goals and Arizona may be coming back down to Earth after an impressive 4-game win streak. Look for Edmonton to come out more focused Wednesday after barely beating San Jose as a -312 favorite.

Over/Under

BET OVER 6.5 (-170).

The Over is 8-2 in Edmonton’s last 10 games after a win and 3-1-1 in its last 5 at home. These teams tend to play high-scoring games vs. each other, with the Over hitting in 5 of the last 7 meetings, and the Oilers’ No. 1-ranked offense should continue to have success against Ingram.

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Arizona Coyotes at Colorado Avalanche odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Arizona Coyotes at Colorado Avalanche odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Arizona Coyotes (23-32-10) travel to meet the Colorado Avalanche (35-22-6) Saturday at Ball Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 6 p.m. (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Coyotes vs. Avalanche odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Coyotes picked up a 4-1 win against the Nashville Predators last time out Thursday, and Arizona has picked up points in 3 straight outings. The Over is on a 5-2-1 run across the past 8 games overall.

The Avalanche were dropped 5-2 by the Los Angeles Kings Thursday in Denver, and Colorado is on a 1-3-1 skid in the past 5 games overall. This is the first of 3 meetings with the Coyotes in the next 15 days.

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Coyotes at Avalanche odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:30 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Coyotes +350 (bet $100 to win $350) | Avalanche -425 (bet $425 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Coyotes +2.5 (-130) | Avalanche -2.5 (+110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Coyotes at Avalanche projected goalies

Karel Vejmelka (17-19-5, 3.36 GAA, .904 SV%, 3 SO) vs. Alexandar Georgiev (27-14-5, 2.64 GAA, .919 SV%, 4 SO)

Vejmelka turned aside 40 of the 42 shots he faced in a 4-2 win over the St. Louis Blues Tuesday, bouncing back from a loss against the Carolina Hurricanes last Friday.

Georgiev coughed up 4 goals on 30 shots in a loss against the Los Angeles Kings in his most-recent outing. He is just 1-2-1 with a 3.40 GAA and .876 SV% in 4 starts in the month of March.

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Coyotes at Avalanche picks and predictions

Prediction

Avalanche 4, Coyotes 2

Moneyline

The Avalanche (-425) will cost you over 4 times your potential return, and that’s just too expensive for a standalone bet. Even as part of a parlay, there is just no value in playing such a heavy favorite.

PASS.

Puck line/Against the spread

The COYOTES +2.5 (-130) is worth a look on the puck line. The Coyotes have been playing some pretty good hockey lately, covering the puck line in each of the past 3 games.

The Avalanche -2.5 (+110), on the other hand, is 1-4 in the past 5 games on the puck line.

Over/Under

UNDER 6.5 (-110) is the lean, but play it lightly.

The Under is 17-6-3 in the past 26 games for the Avalanche against Western Conference foes, while going 10-2-2 in the past 14 games against Central Division opponents. The Under is also 3-1 in the previous 4 meetings in this series, too.

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Washington Capitals at Arizona Coyotes odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Washington Capitals at Arizona Coyotes odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Washington Capitals (24-17-6) travel to meet the Arizona Coyotes (14-25-5) Thursday at Mullett Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 9 p.m. (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Capitals vs. Coyotes odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Capitals have been in a bit of a tailspin lately, falling 4-2 on home ice to the Minnesota Wild on Tuesday. Washington is just 4-4-2 in the past 10 games, securing just 10 out of a possible 20 points.

The Coyotes earned a 4-3 shootout win over the visiting Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday, snapping a 9-game skid. The 4-goal output was much-needed, after totaling just 8 goals in the previous 6 outings.

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Capitals at Coyotes odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:11 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Capitals -210 (bet $210 to win $100) | Coyotes +180 (bet $100 to win $180)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Capitals -1.5 (+125) | Coyotes +1.5 (-150)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +110 | U: -130)

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Capitals at Coyotes projected goalies

Darcy Kuemper (13-11-4, 2.55 GAA, .917 SV%, 4 SO) vs. Karel Vejmelka (11-16-4, 3.33 GAA, .902 SV%, 2 SO)

Kuemper allowed 3 goals on 30 shots in Monday’s road victory against the New York Islanders. He is a solid 3-2-1 with a 2.80 GAA and .908 SV% with a shutout in 6 January outings. Kuemper lost in the 1st meeting against Arizona in D.C., allowing 3 goals on 26 shots in a 3-2 loss Nov. 5.

Vejmelka was the winning tender in that 1st meeting, allowing just 2 goals on 36 shots. It’s all gone south in a hurry for Vejmelka since the calendar flipped to 2023, going 0-6-0 with a 4.11 GAA and .881 SV% in 6 January outings.

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Capitals at Coyotes picks and predictions

Prediction

Coyotes 3, Capitals 2

Moneyline

The COYOTES (+180) are worth playing as moderate ‘dogs at home, no pun intended.

Arizona’s offense has been skidding lately, and it has provided Vejmelka with just 12 goals of offensive support in his 6 January starts. He has to be better, but so does the offense. It should be against Washington, a team it beat earlier in the season. The value is on the home side.

Puck line/Against the spread

If you’re like a little insurance, and just can’t be the underdog straight up, COYOTES +1.5 (-150) isn’t priced terribly out of line. Plus, Arizona has won just once in the last 3 outings, but it has covered the puck line in each of the outings, all 1-goal games.

Over/Under

UNDER 6.5 (-130) is the strongest play on the board, especially with how Arizona has failed to light the lamp lately.

The Under has hit in 5 of the last 7 games overall for the Coyotes, while cashing at a 7-3 clip in the last 10 against Metropolitan Division foes.

The Under is 3-0-1 in the last 4 for the Caps against Western Conference teams, too, while going 15-5-1 in the last 21 against the Central Division.

And, in this series, the Under has cashed in 4 straight meetings, while going 5-2 in the last 7 battles in the desert.

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Colorado Avalanche at Arizona Coyotes odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Colorado Avalanche at Arizona Coyotes odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Colorado Avalanche (19-11-2) travel to meet the Arizona Coyotes (11-16-5) at Mullett Arena in Tempe, Ariz., Tuesday. Puck drop is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Avalanche vs. Coyotes odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Avalanche picked up a 3-2 win in overtime at Nashville Friday, it’s 3rd consecutive non-regulation victory. Overall, Colorado has won 4 straight and 6 of the previous 7 games. The Under has cashed in 9 consecutive outings.

The Coyotes headed into the holiday break on a high note, topping the visiting Los Angeles Kings 2-1 in a shootout Friday. Arizona is a respectable 4-3-1 across the past 8 games overall, including 4-1-1 in the past 6 at home.

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Avalanche at Coyotes odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 2:40 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Avalanche -250 (bet $250 to win $100) | Coyotes +210 (bet $100 to win $210)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Avalanche -1.5 (+100) | Coyotes +1.5 (-120)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -140 | U: +120)

Avalanche at Coyotes projected goalies

Alexandar Georgiev (15-6-2, 2.36 GAA, .925 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Karel Vejmelka (10-9-4, 3.09 GAA, .910 SV%, 2 SO)

Georgiev has been on fire lately, posting 4 consecutive wins, including a 1-0 shutout in a shootout against the New York Islanders last Monday. He has yielded just 4 total goals on the past 111 shots, good for a ridiculous .964 SV% during the span.

Vejmelka turned aside 26 of the 27 shots he faced against the Kings on Friday, and he has won 4 of his past 7 starts overall. After posting a 2.15 GAA in 8 November starts and 9 appearances, Vejmelka has tailed off a bit. He has a 4-4-2 record, 3.25 GAA and .900 SV% in 10 December starts.

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Avalanche at Coyotes picks and predictions

Prediction

Avalanche 3, Coyotes 2

Moneyline

The Avalanche (-250) will cost you 2 1/2 times your potential return, and that’s risky betting behavior, especially for a heavy favorite on the road.

PASS, and look to the puck line instead.

Puck line/Against the spread

The COYOTES +1.5 (-120) have been surprisingly effective at home lately, and they’re worth backing against the Avalanche -1.5 (+100).

The Avs have won each of the past 3 in either overtime or a shootout, and 5 of the past 6 victories overall have been 1-goal wins. And last season, Arizona was a thorn in Colorado’s side, winning each of the past 2 as a heavy favorite, while losing 1 of the 2 other meetings in a shootout.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (+120) is a value play at plus-money.

Vejmelka has been very giving lately, but the Avalanche offense has struggled to light the lamp recently. And the Under has cashed in 9 in a row for the Avalanche, and each of the previous 3 meetings in this series, too.

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Arizona Coyotes at New Jersey Devils odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Arizona Coyotes at New Jersey Devils odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Arizona Coyotes (6-6-1) and New Jersey Devils (11-3-0) meet at Prudential Center Saturday. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Coyotes vs. Devils odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Coyotes have enjoyed being back in NHL-caliber locker rooms, going a perfect 3-for-3 as they work through an insane 14-game road trip. Arizona topped the New York Islanders 2-0 at UBS Arena behind G Karel Vejmelka last time out Thursday.

The Devils have won 8 games in a row, nipping the Ottawa Senators by a 4-3 count in overtime Thursday. Each of the last 4 wins for New Jersey has been a 1-goal game. New Jersey has won each of its 8 games against Western Conference teams this season, too.

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Coyotes at Devils odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:13 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Coyotes +245 (bet $100 to win $245) | Devils -320 (bet $320 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Coyotes +1.5 (+105) | Devils -1.5 (-130)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -120 | U: -101)

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Coyotes at Devils projected goalies

Karel Vejmelka (5-3-1, 3.06 GAA, .915 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Vitek Vanecek (6-1-0, 2.33 GAA, .909 SV%, 1 SO)

Vejmelka has been in the crease for each of the 3 wins to kick off the road odyssey, including the 24-save shutout on Long Island Thursday. He has allowed 2 or fewer goals in 4 of his 5 appearances in November, going 4-0-0 with a 1.66 GAA and .950 SV% with the 1 shutout.

Vanecek left his most recent appearance against the Ottawa Senators due to a lower-body injury, but he appeared in practice Friday, and coach Lindy Ruff said he is optimistic Vanecek will play here.

The team is already missing Gs Mac Blackwood and Jonathan Bernier due to injuries. G Akira Schmid came on for the injured Vanecek against the Senators, earning his first NHL win in the 4-3 OT victory, stopping all 7 of the shots he faced. He’d get the nod if Vanecek is deemed not ready.

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Coyotes at Devils picks and predictions

Prediction

Devils 3, Coyotes 2

Moneyline

The Devils (-320) will cost you over 3 times your potential return. There is some risk in playing New Jersey, mostly due to its banged-up goaltender situation. However, even if Schmid is tabbed for the start, and not Vanecek, confidence is high that New Jersey will get it done.

PASS.

Puck line/Against the spread

The COYOTES +1.5 (+105) are a solid play on the puck line. The Devils have been hot lately, but they have goalie issues, and New Jersey has won its past 4 games by just 1 goal each.

Arizona comes in on a 3-game heater, and Vejmelka has single-handedly brought this team back to .500, allowing just 3 goals on his past 93 shots.

Over/Under

UNDER 6.5 (-101) is the play here, although again, there are concerns with New Jersey’s goalie situation. Play only a half-unit here.

The Under is 5-0 in the past 5 games for the Coyotes against Eastern Conference teams, while cashing at a 4-1 clip in the past 5 against teams with a winning record.

The Devils have been cashing plenty of Overs lately, going 4-1-1 in the past 6 games overall, but the Under is 5-2-1 in the past 8 against Western Conference teams this season.

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New York Rangers at Arizona Coyotes odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s New York Rangers at Arizona Coyotes odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New York Rangers (4-3-1) travel to the desert to take on the Arizona Coyotes (2-4-1) Sunday at 8 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Rangers vs. Coyotes odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Rangers come into Arizona after a 6-3 victory Saturday at the Dallas Stars. The Rangers scored 6 goals despite being outshot 33-27. Defense and goaltending have been key for the Rangers this season and it will continue to be of importance in this matchup against the Coyotes.

Arizona lost 3-2 at home in overtime to the Winipeg Jets on Thursday after beating the Columbus Blue Jackets 6-3 on Tuesday. They scored the 6 goals on only 19 shots; they had 2 power-plays on 6 attempts.

Both teams are low volume when it comes to shots on goal. The goalie who stands on his head more will lead their team to the victory.

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Rangers at Coyotes odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Rangers -210 (bet $210 to win $100) | Coyotes +165 (bet $100 to win $165)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Rangers -1.5 (+115) | Coyotes +1.5 (-140)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -103 | U: -117)

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Rangers at Coyotes projected goalies

Jaroslav Halak (0-3-0, 3.69 GAA, .867 SV%) vs. Karel Vejmelka (1-3-1, 4.41 GAA, .884 SV%)

Halak last played on Wednesday against the New York Islanders, giving up 3 goals on 29 shots in a 3-0 Rangers loss.

Vejmelka last played on Thursday in a 3-2 overtime loss to Winnipeg, allowing all 3 goals on 35 shots.

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Rangers at Coyotes picks and predictions

Prediction

Rangers 4, Coyotes 2

Moneyline

PASS.

I do not see the Coyotes winning this game. With the Rangers being -210 on the ML, the payoff is not worth the bet.

Puck line/Against the spread

LEAN RANGERS -1.5 (+115)

While the Rangers are coming off a game on Saturday and the Coyotes have had a day to rest, Halak is the better bet in net. He’s been off since Oct. 23 and will be fresh for this matchup.

The Coyotes have averaged only 22 shots in their last 2 games. This means a high volume of work will not be an issue and Halak’s fresh legs will seize the day for the Rangers.

This is still only a Lean as the Rangers can also have trouble scoring goals. I would not put a full unit on this, but if you want to split a unit in this game, half here and half on the next play would be a good strategy.

Over/Under

PLAY UNDER 6-5 (-117).

With both goalies rested for this game, the defense will be better than the offense in this matchup.

Neither team takes many shots on goal and the slow pace of this game leads to the Under being the call. Splitting a unit up with this Under 6.5 (-117) and the Rangers -1.5 (+115) is a solid play. But if you want to make only 1 bet, the Under 6.5 (-117) is my favorite play.

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Arizona Coyotes at Columbus Blue Jackets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Arizona Coyotes at Columbus Blue Jackets odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Arizona Coyotes (1-4) visit the Columbus Blue Jackets (3-4) in a battle of 2 teams looking to turn around their season after tough starts. Faceoff from Nationwide Arena is set for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Coyotes vs. Blue Jackets odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Coyotes are looking like one of the worst teams in the NHL. They have lost 2 in a row at 2 different points of the season already. Their lone win was 4-2 against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Oct. 17 in their 3rd game of the season. They have lost 3 games by a 6-2 score, including both of their last 2, and have allowed 6 goals in each of their losses so far.

The Blue Jackets currently sit 2nd-to-last in the division, only above the N.Y. Islanders. They have won 3 of their last 4, with the lone loss during that span coming against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Oct. 22 (6-3). In their last 2 wins they have scored 5 goals and allowed 3 goals or less. After starting their season with 3 straight losses, the Blue Jackets are looking to get to .500.

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Coyotes at Blue Jackets odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Coyotes +175 (bet $100 to win $175) | Blue Jackets -220 (bet $220 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Coyotes +1.5 (-135) | Blue Jackets -1.5 (+110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -125 | U: +100)

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Coyotes at Blue Jackets projected goalies

Karel Vejmelka (1-3-0, 4.77 GAA, .877 SV%) vs. Elvis Merzlikins (2-2-0, 4.19 GAA, .864 SV%)

In his last outing against the Senators on Oct. 22, Vejmelka allowed 6 goals on 32 shot attempts. His save percentage was .813% which was the lowest he has totaled the whole season.

In his last outing vs. the Penguins on Oct. 22, Merzlikins allowed 6 goals on 39 shot attempts. His .846 SV% in that game was his second worse on the season, only behind is .800 SV% vs. the Blues on Oct. 15th.

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Coyotes at Blue Jackets picks and predictions

Prediction

Blue Jackets 5, Coyotes 2

Moneyline

AVOID.

Expect the Blue Jackets to win this game, but don’t put too much stock into it. Neither of these teams is impressive. The Blue Jackets, however, are the better team in this game and that coupled with them being at home and being relatively hot right now does give them an edge. Way too much risk in this bet for me to advise you to bet here.

Puck line/Against the spread

BET BLUE JACKETS -1.5 (+110)

Neither team has a great defense or goalie, but the Blue Jackets do have a better offense. While neither offense is spectacular, the Blue Jackets have managed to put up more goals and have played a few more games than the Coyotes which has allowed them to get into a sort of rhythm that they will use to their advantage in this game. Expect the Blue Jackets to be able to cover the spread with their superior offense and the Coyotes inferior defense and offense.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 6.5 (-125)

I don’t love either bet in this game honestly. Both of these teams are underwhelming and either 1 could score 6 goals on a given night. I could easily see both of these defenses allowing a hefty amount of goals as both teams have done in their losses all season. The Blue Jackets defense is better than the Coyotes defense which does give them an edge. The Coyotes routinely allow 6 goals in their losses and I wouldn’t be surprised to see that again in this game.

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Arizona Coyotes at Dallas Stars odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Arizona Coyotes at Dallas Stars odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Arizona Coyotes (23-50-7) take a short trip to face the Dallas Stars (45-30-5) Wednesday at American Airlines Center. Puck drop is slated for 8:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we look at the Coyotes vs. Stars odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

Arizona showed out with a 5-3 victory Tuesday over the Minnesota Wild as +473 underdogs. The Coyotes rattled off 4 third-period goals to outlast the Wild, who are still fighting for home-ice advantage in the first round of the playoffs.

Dallas is 1 point from cementing their place in the Stanley Cup playoffs. With a win or a trip to overtime, they’ll end the Vegas Golden Knights’ season. The Stars have won 2 in a row, both by 3-2 counts. LW Jason Robertson has led the charge with 4 goals and 3 assists in the last 4 games.

Coyotes at Stars odds and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:32 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Coyotes +370 (bet $100 to win $370) | Stars -520 (bet $520 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Coyotes +2.5 (-115) | Stars -2.5 (-107)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -145 | U: +115)

Coyotes at Stars projected goalies

Harri Sateri (0-2-1, 5.88 GAA, .822 SV%) vs. Scott Wedgewood (13-15-5, 3.11 GAA, .910 SV%, 1 SO)

Sateri has made 3 starts this season and has allowed 5 goals or more in each. He stopped 28 of 32 shots Saturday against the St. Louis Blues. The 32-year-old Fin has just 13 career NHL starts with his last stint in the league coming in 2017-18 with the Florida Panthers.

Wedgewood is 3-1-2 with a 2.91 GAA and .917 SV% since coming over via trade from the Coyotes. He saved 45 of 49 shots fired at him by Edmonton in a 5-2 loss a week ago. This is his first game against his former club.

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Coyotes at Stars picks and predictions

Prediction

Stars 3, Coyotes 2

Money line

Dallas needs this game, and the books know it. We’re going to PASS on the -520.

Against the spread

The Stars are not a good puck-line team at 33-46 on the season. They have just 3 wins by 2 or more goals since January. On this line, they’d have to win by 3. Both teams played Tuesday and could be tired with overtime a possibility. I might throw a small wager on the prop bet “WILL GAME GO TO OVERTIME?” YES (+360). Otherwise, take COYOTES +2.5 (-115).

Over/Under

The Under has cashed in 5 straight between these two. It has already come down from a 6.5 total, so this one is a bit risky. Dallas has scored more than 3 goals once in the last 10 games. They are the epitome of the 3-2 scores you sweat out late. The Under is 6-0 in the last 6 in Dallas and 5-0 in the last 5 in Dallas when the Stars were favored. Go lightly here, but LEAN UNDER 5.5 (+115).

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New Jersey Devils at Arizona Coyotes odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Tuesday’s New Jersey Devils at Arizona Coyotes odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New Jersey Devils (25-41-6) head west to face the Arizona Coyotes (22-45-5) Tuesday at Gila River Arena. Puck drop is set for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we look at the Devils vs. Coyotes odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

The Devils outshined the Dallas Stars last time out with a 3-1 win on the road Saturday. They’re playing short-handed without their phenom C Jack Hughes, who was lost for the season last week with a knee injury. New Jersey is just 3-6-1 in its last 10 games.

Arizona is in a similar situation as they lost 23-year-old RW Clayton Keller in late March to a broken leg. The Coyotes have won just two of their last 10 contests and have been outscored 16-3 in the last three games.

Devils at Coyotes odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Devils -155 (bet $155 to win $100) | Coyotes +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Devils -1.5 (+155) | Coyotes +1.5 (-205)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -107 | U: -115)

Devils at Coyotes projected goalies

Nico Daws (9-11-0, 3.19 GAA, .893 SV%) vs. Karel Vejmelka (12-28-2, 3.47 GAA, .903 SV%, 1 SO)

Daws has been better in April with a 1-2 record, 2.78 GAA and .889 SV%. He has held teams to 3 or fewer goals in two straight starts, which came against playoff teams in the Dallas Stars and New York Rangers.

Vejmelka was pummeled for 6 goals on 39 shots at the Vegas Golden Knights Saturday. He was pulled after allowing 3 goals on 9 shots to the lowly Anaheim Ducks two games prior.

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Devils at Coyotes odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Devils 4, Coyotes 2

Money line

The Devils are 4-0 in their last four games with 2 days’ rest. They should win this one handily. Does that mean I’m willing to take them at -155? Not really. I’d rather look to the puck line and hope they can put in an empty-netter. PASS.

Against the spread

The DEVILS -1.5 (+155) don’t win often, but six of their last nine wins have been by 2 or more goals. Keeping that in mind, the key stat we previously touched on is Arizona has been outscored 16-3 in the last three games. Back the DEVILS -1.5 (+155).

Over/Under

This one can go either way as you’re essentially betting on two sub-par goalies to be better than average. Arizona games have had at least 5 goals in nine of its last 10 outings, but it has gone over 6.5 just three times during that stretch. Jersey games have gone over 6.5 in six games of its last 10 games. The Under is 5-1 in the last six meetings with these two and 4-1-2 in the last seven meetings in Arizona.

Let’s LEAN UNDER 6.5 (-115).

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