Vegas Golden Knights at Winnipeg Jets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Vegas Golden Knights at Winnipeg Jets odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Vegas Golden Knights (39-25-8) make the 3rd stop on a 4-game road trip Thursday against the Winnipeg Jets (44-22-6) at Canada Life Centre. Puck drop is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Golden Knights vs. Jets odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: Golden Knights lead 2-0

The Golden Knights have picked up at least 1 point in 4 straight games, going 3-0-1 in the span. They’re coming off a 5-4 OT loss in Nashville to kick off the trip. Both games on the road trip have gone to overtime, and 3 of the past 4 road contests have needed the extra session.

The Jets are coming off a 4-3 OT loss to the Edmonton Oilers Tuesday with the Over (6) hitting at Canada Life Centre. Winnipeg erased a 2-goal 3rd-period deficit to force overtime but failed to cash as a +119 underdog.

Vegas has won both meetings as the favorite against Winnipeg this season while also covering the puck line. The Over has cashed in each outing, too, and VGK has won 6 in a row in the series.

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Golden Knights at Jets odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:05 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Golden Knights +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Jets -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Golden Knights +1.5 (-250) | Jets -1.5 (+200)
  • Over/Under: 5.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Golden Knights at Jets projected goalies

Logan Thompson (20-12-5, 2.72 GAA, .907 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Connor Hellebuyck (32-17-4, 2.42 GAA, .920 SV%, 4 SO)

Thompson allowed a goal on 32 shots in a 2-1 OT win against the Blues to kick off the road trip Monday. He is 3-1-0 with a 2.57 GAA and .908 SV% in 4 starts and a relief appearance in March. He allowed 2 goals on 31 shots in a 5-2 win at home against the Jets Nov. 2, and he allowed 3 goals on 39 shots in a 5-3 win in Winnipeg Oct. 19.

Hellebuyck is expected to be the starting tendy. He coughed up 4 goals on 42 shots last time out, and he is winless in his past 3 starts, going 0-2-1 with 12 goals allowed on 87 shots. Hellebuyck conceded 4 goals on 25 shots in the 5-2 loss at Vegas Nov. 2, his only appearance against the defending champs this season.

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Golden Knights at Jets picks and predictions

Prediction

Golden Knights 4, Jets 3

Moneyline

The GOLDEN KNIGHTS (+105) are a solid play as short ‘dogs as the road trip continues. Vegas has won 6 in a row, and 9 of the past 10 meetings, in this series, so there is no sense backing the Jets (-125).

Winnipeg is also skidding, going 0-3-1 in the past 4 games, with Hellebuyck leaking oil in the previous 3 outings, including 1 start where he was pulled. The Jets just can’t be trusted right now.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Golden Knights +1.5 (-250) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return. That’s too much risk for not enough reward if you’re looking for some insurance and just don’t want to play the underdogs straight up.

AVOID, and just play Vegas straight up if you like it.

Over/Under

OVER 5.5 (-120) is a solid play. The Jets have allowed 17 goals in the past 4 games, surprisingly only cashing the Over in 2 of those games. That’s because the offense has had some issues lately, going for just 1.8 GPG in that 4-game span.

The Golden Knights cashed the Over last time out in Nashville, and the Over is 7-2 in the past 9 games on the road. The Over has cashed in each meeting against the Jets this season, too.

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New York Islanders at Florida Panthers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s New York Islanders at Florida Panthers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New York Islanders (30-26-15) begin a 3-game road trip on Thursday against the Florida Panthers (46-21-5) at Amerant Bank Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Islanders vs. Panthers odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 1-1; road team has won both previous matchups, with Islanders (+145) winning 4-3 in Sunrise on Dec. 2 in the 1st meeting

The Islanders are coming off a 4-0 loss on home ice against the New Jersey Devils, and New York is now just 1-6-1 across the past 8 games, with 3 shutout losses in that span. The Over-Under has split 4-4 in the 8-game stretch. New York has dropped 4 in a row on the road since a 6-1 win in Anaheim on March 10.

The Panthers were nipped 4-3 in a marquee matchup Tuesday night in Sunrise against the Boston Bruins. Florida is also in a little bit of a swoon, going 1-4-1 across the past 6 outings, with defense and goaltending the issue. Florida has coughed up 3 or more goals in 6 of the past 7 outings, yielding 3.4 goals per game (GPG) during the span.

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Islanders at Panthers odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Islanders +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Panthers -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Islanders +1.5 (-155) | Panthers -1.5 (+125)
  • Over/Under: 6 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Islanders at Panthers projected goalies

Semyon Varlamov (8-7-4, 2.86 GAA, .910 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Anthony Stolarz (14-5-2, 1.97 GAA, .927 SV%, 1 SO)

Varmalov is confirmed to go for the Islanders. He allowed just 3 goals on 35 shots in a 6-3 win over the Winnipeg Jets in his most recent start Saturday, and he is 2-0-1 with a 2.63 GAA and .909 SV% in 3 March outings. He allowed 3 goals on 37 shots in a 3-2 OT loss to the Panthers Jan. 27, too.

Stolarz is confirmed to be between the pipes for the Cats. The journeyman backup has been having a career year in Florida. The 30-year-old has allowed just 2 goals on 68 shots in the past 2 outings, and he has won each of his past 6 starts since Feb. 15. Stolarz allowed 2 goals on 23 shots in that 3-2 OTW on The Island Jan. 27, and he allowed 4 goals on 27 shots at home Dec. 2 agaisnt the Islanders in a loss.

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Islanders at Panthers picks and predictions

Prediction

Panthers 4, Islanders 1

Moneyline

The Panthers (-190) will cost you nearly 2 times your potential return, and that’s just a little too expensive for a standalone bet. It’s OK to include Florida as part of a multi-team parlay, but it’s still a little on the pricey side, and there is risk since the road team has won both meetings this season.

AVOID.

Puck line/Against the spread

The PANTHERS -1.5 (+125) are worth backing, as Stolarz has been red-hot between the pipes lately, allowing just 2 total goals in his past 2 starts.

The Islanders +1.5 (-155) have had a power outage lately, and just cannot be trusted, even against a Florida team which has been struggling to keep the puck out of its own net lately.

Over/Under

UNDER 6 (-105) is worth playing lightly.

The Panthers have allowed 3 or more goals in 6 of the past 7 outings, so that is a concern for Under bettors. But the Islanders have really had tremendous difficulty generating any offense lately, getting blanked in 3 of the past 8 games, while averaging just 1.8 goals per game (GPG) during the span. That average would be way worse if not for a 6-goal outburst against Winnipeg on Saturday, too. Lean low.

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Detroit Red Wings at Carolina Hurricanes odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Detroit Red Wings at Carolina Hurricanes odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Detroit Red Wings (36-29-7) take on the Carolina Hurricanes (45-21-7) Thursday at PNC Arena. Puck drop is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Hurricanes at Red Wings odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Wings have been grounded of late, going 3-6-1 in their last 10. They dropped Tuesday’s tilt 4-3 in overtime to the Washington Capitals. That loss dropped the Wings 2 points behind the Caps for the final Wild Card spot. C Dylan Larkin is getting reacclimated after missing 3 weeks due to injury. He has 2 goals and an assist in 3 games since returning.

The Canes have slipped up, losing 2 of the last 3, with the latest a 4-1 setback against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Carolina was -190 favorites in that loss. They took 39 shots on goal, but just couldn’t find the back of the net. The Canes are solid in 2nd in the Metropolitan Division just 3 points behind the New York Rangers for the top spot.

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Red Wings at Hurricanes odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Red Wings +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Hurricanes -275 (bet $275 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Red Wings +1.5 (-115) | Hurricanes -1.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Red Wings at Hurricanes projected goalies

James Reimer (9-7-2, 2.98 GAA, .907 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Frederik Andersen (10-1-0, 2.05 GAA, .925 SV%, 1 SO)

Reimer has won 3 straight starts with his latest last Thursday over the New York Islanders. He stopped 33 of 36 shots fired his way in the 6-3 win. He’s 3-1-0 with a 3.18 GAA and .907 SV% this month.

Andersen has been dominant since his return from a 4-month injury. His last start was in the 2-1 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs Sunday, when he stopped 32 of 33 shots fired upon him. Andersen is 6-0-0 this month and has allowed just 8 goals in 6 games.

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Red Wings at Hurricanes picks and predictions

Prediction

Hurricanes 3, Red Wings 2

Moneyline

The Canes are heavy favorites, but they’re far too expensive to consider. It’s even more outlandish when you consider that Detroit needs this game more to stay in contention. Carolina is great at home at 24-9-4, and the Wings are just 15-18-2 on the road.

I like SEBASTIAN AHO OVER 2.5 SHOTS (-160) here. He has 3+ SOG in 3 of 4 and has done so in both games against Detroit this year.

Puck line/Against the spread

I like Detroit’s side here, and I thought it would be a little more expensive. As mentioned, they need this game more as we head to the finish line. The Canes have dropped 2 of 3 and could be a little complacent.

Take RED WINGS +1.5 (-115).

Over/Under

I like the Under here, but I’d be more comfortable if it were 6.5. Both goalies have been solid. The Canes are 4-6 O/U in their last 10 while the Wings are 6-4. The Under cashed in the last 6 meetings between the teams, but the last game ended in a 4-2 final, which would push here.

LEAN UNDER 6 (-120).

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Boston Bruins at Tampa Bay Lightning odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Boston Bruins at Tampa Bay Lightning odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Bruins (42-16-15) trek to the Sunshine State to take on the Tampa Bay Lightning (39-25-7) Wednesday night. Puck drop at Amalie Arena is scheduled for 7:40 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Bruins vs. Lightning odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

This is the 4th matchup between these squads this season, with the Bolts taking 2 of 3. Both of the Tampa Bay victories needed extra time: they earned a 5-4 OT win in November at home, and last month it was a 3-2 shootout finish in Boston. Sandwiched in between on Jan. 6 was a 7-3 drubbing by the Bruins at TD Garden as C Trent Frederic scored 2 goals.

Frederic scored his 18th goal of the season on the power play Tuesday night to tie up Boston’s game vs. the Florida Panthers late in the 3rd period. Minutes later, C Pavel Zacha fired in the game winner, which also was his 18th of the season. Boston’s 4-3 win broke a tie with Florida atop the Atlantic Division for 1st place.

Tampa Bay is 6-0-1 in their last 7 games and have returned home after a 4-game West Coast swing. The Bolts outlasted Anaheim 3-2 in overtime Sunday, as LW Anthony Duclair found the back of the net for the 5th time in his 7 games played for Tampa since being acquired from the San Jose Sharks.

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Bruins at Lightning odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Bruins +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Lightning -118 (bet $118 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Bruins +1.5 (-245) | Lightning -1.5 (+198)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -132 | U: +108)

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Bruins at Lightning projected goalies

Linus Ullmark (19-8-7, 2.66 GAA, .914 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Andrei Vasilevskiy (26-16-2, 2.94 GAA, .897 SV%, 2 SO)

Ullmark, last season’s Vezina Trophy winner, had won his previous 3 starts before taking the L on Saturday vs. Philadelphia 3-2. The 30-year-old played well despite the loss, making a crucial stop on a breakaway with 26 saves in all.

Vasilevskiy had the night off in Anaheim after suffering the 4-3 OT loss to L.A. the night prior. The defeat snapped 5 straight victories for the Big Cat, who is 8-11-2 in his career vs. Boston.

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Lightning at Bruins picks and predictions

Prediction

Lightning 4, Bruins 3

Moneyline

BET LIGHTNING ML (-118).

RW Nikita Kucherov, who is tied with Colorado C Nathan Mackinnon atop the NHL points list (123), failed to register a point for the 1st time in over a month and the Bolts still came out victorious against Anaheim. C Brayden Point and D Victor Hedman will be back in the lineup, and they will help propel an already hot Tampa team to victory.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

No team in the Eastern Conference averages less time per game trailing their opponent than Boston, so I have no interest in taking a shot on the Bolts puck line.

Over/Under

BET OVER 5.5 (-132).

Point’s 10 goals in 8 games are tied for 2nd-most in the league since March 2. Point and the rest of Tampa’s offensive weapons should have plenty of scoring chances, as should RW David Pastrnak, Boston’s leader in goals with 45. Plus, the Bolts feature the top power play in the NHL (29.03 PP%) and Boston’s is 8th-best (23.64%).

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New Jersey Devils at Toronto Maple Leafs odds, picks and predictions

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

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The New Jersey Devils (35-33-4) make the 2nd stop of a 3-game road trip on Tuesday against the Toronto Maple Leafs (40-21-9) at Scotiabank Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+/hulu). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Devils vs. Maple Leafs odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First of 3 meetings between now and April 11; Maple Leafs won 2-1 in 2022-23

The Devils have picked up 3 wins in the past 4 games, including a 4-0 shutout of the New York Islanders last time out as the Under (6.5) cashed. The Devils are 3-0 as an underdog in the past 3 outings, while going 4-1 on the puck line in the past 5 as a ‘dog.

The Maple Leafs suffered a 2-1 loss in Carolina on Sunday, but Toronto is still a solid 7-4-1 across the past 12 outings, while going 4-1-1 in the past 6 skates on home ice.

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Devils at Maple Leafs odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:43 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Devils +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Maple Leafs -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Devils +1.5 (-190) | Maple Leafs -1.5 (+155)
  • Over/Under: 6.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Devils at Maple Leafs projected goalies

Jake Allen (9-14-3, 3.41 GAA, .898 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Ilya Samsonov (19-6-7, 3.12 GAA, .889 SV%, 2 SO)

Allen was tuned up by the Ottawa Senators last time out, allowing 5 goals on 25 shots in a loss Saturday. However, he had won 3 of his first 4 starts, allowing a total of 7 goals on 130 shots since being acquired from the Montreal Canadiens at the NHL trade deadline.

Allen allowed 5 goals on 42 shots in a 6-5 shootout loss in Toronto on Oct. 11 in his only appearance against the Leafs this season as a member of the Canadiens.

Samsonov allowed 3 goals on 34 shots in a 6-3 win against the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday. He is 5-1-1 with a 2.67 GAA and .915 SV% in 7 starts in  March.

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Devils at Maple Leafs picks and predictions

Prediction

Maple Leafs 4, Devils 3

Moneyline

The MAPLE LEAFS (-145) are worth a look as moderate favorites on home ice.

The Leafs have won 10 of the past 11 meetings since Nov. 9, 2018, outscoring the Devils (+120) by a 53-27 margin.

While New Jersey has won 3 of the past 4 games, the dominance in this series by Toronto cannot be overlooked, nor can Allen’s shabby performance against the Leafs when he was with the Habs earlier in the season.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Devils +1.5 (-190) are just a little too expensive if you need a little insurance, and cannot take New Jersey straight up.

And while the Maple Leafs -1.5 (+155) have dominated this series, the past 4 meetings have each been decided by a single goal, so you can’t roll the dice on the puck line with the favorite.

AVOID.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 (-120) is worth a look, but go with a half-unit at most.

The Over cashed in the most recent meeting, but the Under is 3-1 in the past 4 in the series, so be careful.

For Devils, the Under has outpaced the Over 7-3 in the past 10 games, with the Under going 5-1 in the past 6 games on the road.

As far as the Leafs are concerned, though, the total has gone high in 5 of the past 6 games, with the offense averaging 4.5 goals per game (GPG) in the past 6 outings, while allowing 3.4 GPG in the past 5 contests. The lean is to the Over.

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Vegas Golden Knights at Nashville Predators odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Vegas Golden Knights at Nashville Predators odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Vegas Golden Knights (39-25-7) and the Nashville Predators (42-25-4) meet Tuesday night in the Music City. Puck drop from Bridgestone Arena is scheduled for 8:10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Golden Knights vs. Predators odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Golden Knights earned their 3rd win in a row as they defeated the St. Louis Blues 2-1 in OT on Monday, cashing as a (-146) favorite. LW Pavel Dorofeyev scored for the 2nd straight game, and RW Jonathan Marchessault netted the game-winner in overtime. Entering Tuesday, Vegas possesses a 90.8% chance to make the postseason according to Moneypuck.

Nashville, currently riding a 5-game win streak is a virtual lock to make the playoffs. More impressively, Andrew Brunette’s squad is 15-0-2 since Feb. 17 after beating the Detroit Red Wings 1-0 at home on Saturday, cashing as a (-164) favorite. LW Filip Forsberg, tied for the 9th-most goals  in the NHL with Marchessault (39), fired in the game’s only tally late in the 3rd period.

This is the 3rd regular-season meeting between these teams and the 1st at Bridgestone Arena. On Jan. 15, Las Vegas won 4-1 as now-injured RW Mark Stone recorded the 1st hat trick of his career. A little more than a month later on Feb. 20, Nashville exacted revenge with a 5-3 win as D-men Roman Josi and Ryan McDonagh each recorded 2 assists.

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Golden Knights at Predators odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Golden Knights +122 (bet $100 to win $122) | Predators -146 (bet $146 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Golden Knights +1.5 (-205) | Predators -1.5 (+168)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +110 | U: -134)

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Golden Knights at Predators projected goalies

Jiri Patera (1-3-0, 3.75 GAA, .901 SV%) vs. Juuse Saros (31-21-4, 2.73 GAA, .909 SV%, 3 SO)

Patera was recalled from AHL Henderson Silver Knights after Adin Hill was injured in the 3rd period of Saturday’s 4-2 win over Columbus. The 25-year-old last played for the Golden Knights on Jan. 10, losing 3-0 in Colorado.

Saros credited his teammates, who blocked 13 shots, for his 3rd shutout of the season in Saturday’s win over Detroit. Only Colorado’s Alexander Georgiev (3,298 minutes) has logged more ice time than Saros (3,165), and the 28-year-old former Vezina Trophy finalist has the 2nd-most saves on shots on goal (1,441) behind New York Islanders netminder Ilya Sorokin (1,531).

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Golden Knights at Predators picks and predictions

Prediction

Predators 4, Golden Knights 2

Moneyline

BET PREDATORS (-146).

Nashville is 15-0-2 in their last 17 games and Vegas is playing on a back-to-back with their minor league goaltender. Expect Nashville to keep it rolling.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

Vegas is still the defending Stanley Cup champs in the midst of a 3-game win streak, so personally I would rather not place a bet for them to lose by 2 or more goals.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 6.5 (-134).

The Predators have not allowed a goal in 6 straight periods (7, if you include the 3rd period of last Tuesday’s 8-2 thumping of the San Jose Sharks) as G Kevin Lankinen blanked mighty Florida 3-0 Thursday. The Golden Knights lead the NHL in shots blocked as a team (1,194) and Nashville is 3rd in hits given (1,758), so expect a grind-it-out battle between these current Western Conference Wild Card teams.

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Boston Bruins at Florida Panthers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Boston Bruins at Florida Panthers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Bruins (41-16-15) visit the Florida Panthers (46-20-5) on Tuesday evening. Puck drop from Amerant Bank Arena is set for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Bruins vs. Panthers odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Boston has lost back-to-back games after falling 3-2 against the Philadelphia  Flyers on Saturday. Both of the Bruins goals — by RW Justin Brazeau and LW Danton Heinen — came in the final 10 minutes before the Flyers scored with just over a minute to go to seal the victory.

The Panthers snapped a 4-game losing streak with a 4-1 victory over the Flyers on Sunday. Florida scored in each period with 2 in the 3rd. C Sam Reinhart found the back of the net twice while D Brandon Montour had 3 assists in the win.

The Bruins, who trail 1st-place Florida by 1 point in the Atlantic Division, have beaten the Panthers twice this season, winning 3-2 in OT at home and 3-1 in Florida.

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Bruins at Panthers odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Bruins +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Panthers -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Bruins +1.5 (-250) | Panthers -1.5 (+190)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Bruins at Panthers projected goalies

Jeremy Swayman (22-8-8, 2.57 GAA, .917 SV%, 3 SO) vs. Sergei Bobrovsky (32-15-3, 2.38 GAA, .916 SV%, 4 SO)

Swayman has been the Bruins best goaltender this season. His 2.57 GAA puts him 9th in the NHL while his .917 save percentage ranks 2nd. He is 3-2 in his last 5 games and has allowed 14 goals in that span.

Bobrovsky has been not only the best goalie for the Panthers this season, but one of the best in the NHL. His 32-15-3 record is tied for 3rd-best, his .916 SV% is tied for 7th-best, and his 2.38 GAA is the best in the league. He has lost 4 of his last 5 outings and given up 16 goals in that span.

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Bruins at Panthers picks and predictions

Prediction

Panthers 3, Bruins 2

Moneyline

BET PANTHERS (-125).

The Bruins have struggled while playing on the road recently with a 2-5 record in their past 7 games. They have scored 2 goals or less in 4 of their last 6 games and face one of the best goalies in the league. Florida is 4-2 on its home ice in its last 6 games and seems to have found its offensive stride again scoring 3 or more goals in 5 of its last 7 games.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

The moneyline is a safer play for the Panthers, who have been sporadic over their past few games and face a premier goalie for the Bruins.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 6 (-115).

Boston has failed to hit the Over in 7 of its last 10 games and has scored 2 goals or fewer in 4 of its last 6 games. It has allowed 3 goals or fewer in 7 of its last 10. Florida has failed to hit the Over in 5 of its last game and has scored 3 goals or fewer in 4 of its last 5.

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Edmonton Oilers at Winnipeg Jets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Edmonton Oilers at Winnipeg Jets odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Edmonton Oilers (42-23-4) and Winnipeg Jets (44-22-5) meet Tuesday. The opening faceoff at Canada Life Centre is slated for 8 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Oilers vs. Jets odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Edmonton is closing out a 3-game road swing. This past weekend, the Oilers were outscored 11-6 by the Toronto Maple Leafs (Saturday) and Ottawa Senators (Sunday).

The Jets are back at home after a 2-3-0 road trip. Winnipeg has been busy: those 5 games came across an 8-day span.

The Oilers and Jets split 2 earlier meetings this season. The last 6 meetings have netted a 3-3 split.

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Oilers at Jets odds

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

  • Moneyline: Oilers -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Jets +105 (bet $100 to win $105)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Oilers -1.5 (+185) | Jets +1.5 (-225)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Oilers at Jets projected goalies

Stuart Skinner (31-14-4, 2.65 GAA, .905 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Connor Hellebuyck (32-17-3, 2.39 GAA, .920 SV%, 4 SO)

Skinner has been red hot over the last several weeks but is coming off a disastrous Saturday start against the Maple Leafs. The Edmonton netminder was pulled after 40 minutes and 5 Toronto scores. From Feb. 26-March 16, Skinner registered a tidy .941 SV%.

Hellebuyck started the Jets’ Sunday game at Washington and allowed 3 goals on 19 shots. The 30-year-old is having another Vezina-contender season, but he owns an .822 SV% over his last 2 efforts.

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Oilers at Jets picks and predictions

Prediction

Oilers 3, Jets 2

Moneyline

Edmonton (-125) has lost back-to-back games on same-swing road trips 5 times this season. The club is 4-1 with a couple blowouts in its next-time-out efforts. Most recently, the Oilers had dropped March 9-10 at the Buffalo Sabres and Columbus Blue Jackets. They bounced back with a 4-0 rout at Pittsburgh March 12.

Winnipeg special teams have faltered of late. The Jets are 1-for-their-last-11 on the power play; Toronto and Ottawa combined to go 4 of 7 against them over the weekend.

Expected-goal differentials vs. actual point to regression is due on both sides: regression boosting the Oilers and working against the Jets. And Winnipeg’s recent slate figures to be working against the Jets’ freshness in this one. The Jets have also scuffled a bit, relatively speaking, when playing on 1 day of rest; they have gone 22-15-4.

The Oilers won 3-1 in this building back on Nov. 30 and are 2-1-0 across their last 3 visits to Manitoba.

BACK EDMONTON (-125).

Puck line/Against the spread

More juice equals less room to operate. PASS.

Over/Under

The Under cashed in both previous meetings and is the strongest value in this contest.

Both sides have been a bit loose of late. Figure this one having some well-timed playoff energy to it. And at the other end, the Jets generated just 27 shots per game on their 5-game road trip.

Five of the last 7 games in this series have hit the Under. Some of the air is out of this play after a line move: consider a partial-unit play on the UNDER 6 (-110) and full-fledged action if the total returns to its initial 6.5.

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Los Angeles Kings at Vancouver Canucks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Los Angeles Kings at Vancouver Canucks odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Los Angeles Kings (37-22-11) visit the Vancouver Canucks (45-18-8) Monday. Puck drop from Rogers Arena is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Kings vs. Canucks odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Los Angeles has won 3 games in a row after taking down Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 in OT Saturday. The Kings, who covered as -129 home favorites, scored a goal in each period and allowed 2 goals in the final 5 minutes of regulation to blow a 3-1 lead. D Vladislav Gavrikov found the back of the net just 25 seconds into overtime to secure the victory for the Kings.

Vancouver has won 3 games in a row after defeating the Calgary Flames 4-2 Saturday. The Canucks covered as -167 home faves, scored in each period, including twice in the 3rd to put away the Flames. LW Nils Hoglander led the way for Calgary with 2 goals in the win.

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Kings at Canucks odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Kings +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Canucks -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Kings +1.5 (-250) | Canucks -1.5 (+190)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Kings at Canucks projected goalies

Cam Talbot (22-16-6, 2.43 GAA, .917 SV%, 3 SO) vs. Thatcher Demko (34-13-2, 2.47 GAA, .917 SV%, 5 SO)

Talbot has been the most consistent goaltender for the Kings this season appearing in 45 games. His 2.43 GAA ranks 4th in the NHL this season, while his .917 save percentage (SV%) ties him for 2nd. He is 3-0 with 5 goals allowed on 76 shots for a .934 SV% in his last 3 games.

Demko has not only been the most consistent goaltender for the Canucks this season, but his 34-13-2 record is the 2nd best in the league. He ranks 6th in GAA, is tied for 2nd with Talbot and 3 other goalies for his SV%, and is tied for 3rd with 5 shutouts. He is 3-0 in his last 3 games with just 2 goals allowed on 64 shots for a .969% SV%.

Be warned that G Casey DeSmith might start for the Canucks. He is 11-5-6 with a 2.72 GAA, a .901 SV% with 1 shutout. In his last 3 games, the New Hampshire native is 3-0 with a .915 SV%.

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Kings at Canucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Canucks 3, Kings 2

Moneyline

BET CANUCKS (-130).

While L.A. has been on a hot streak recently, its defense fell apart on Saturday giving up 2 goals in the final 5 minutes to tie the game. The Kings have has lost 4 of their last 6 games on the road including 2 of its last 3.

Vancouver has a 24-7-4 home record and has won its last 3 on its home ice. The Canucks are 7-2 in their last 9 games and have given up more than 2 goals just 1 time in that span.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

Against a talented Kings team, the value is better on the Canucks to win outright than by more than a goal.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 5.5 (-110).

Both teams have strong attacks and have been great on offense, however, both also are equipped with 2 of the top goalies in the NHL. L.A. has hit the Under in 5 of its last 8 games and has given up more than 3 goals in just 2 of its last 10 games. Vancouver has failed to hit the Over in 9 of its last 10 games and has given up more than 2 goals just 1 time in its last 9 games.

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Vegas Golden Knights at St. Louis Blues odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Vegas Golden Knights at St. Louis Blues odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Vegas Golden Knights (38-25-7) take on the St. Louis Blues (38-30-3) Monday at Enterprise Center. Puck drop is set for 8 p.m. ET (NHL Network). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Golden Knights vs. Blues odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Knights beat the Columbus Blue Jackets, 4-2, to finish a 4-game homestand up 3-1 Saturday. C Jack Eichel had 2 goals and now has 4 in the last 4 games as the team navigates through injuries. They’re playing without captain Mark Stone (upper body), G Adin Hill (undisclosed) and newly acquired C Tomas Hertl (knee), and D Alex Pietrangelo (illness) is questionable. VGK sits in the final Wild Card spot, but it trails the LA Kings by 2 points for the 3rd spot in the Pacific Division. So it can make it into the playoffs in multiple ways.

The Blues likely have 1 way to make it in, and that’s in the final Wild Card spot, which Vegas is sitting in and the Blues trail by 4 points. The Blues are playing desperate hockey, winners of 6 of their last 7 after a 5-4 OT win in Minnesota Saturday. RW Jordan Kyrou had a hat trick, and LW Brandon Saad tucked the game-winner behind the goalie in overtime to win it and stave off a charging Wild team. With only 2 games on the docket tonight, this will be must-see TV.

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Golden Knights at Blues odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Golden Knights -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Blues +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Golden Knights -1.5 (+165) | Blues +1.5 (-200)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Golden Knights at Blues projected goalies

Logan Thompson (19-12-5, 2.77 GAA, .905 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Jordan Binnington (25-19-3, 2.85 GAA, .912%, 3 SO)

Thompson came on in relief of Hill, who departed Saturday with another injury. Thompson stopped 8 of 9 shots he saw and was good in his previous 2 starts as well. He stopped 41 of 43 fired his way. Thompson is 1-0-1 against the Blues this year and stopped 51 of 56 in the 2 games.

Binnington’s numbers are back in line with where they were after a couple of down years with some suspect defense in front of him. He’s tied for 6th in saves above expected, according to MoneyPuck.com. He has given up 4 goals in each of his last 2 starts, but he has a 2.46 GAA and .926 SV% this month. He faced VGK twice this season and allowed 5 goals on a blistering 48 shots and just 1 goal on 34 shots in the other.

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Golden Knights at Blues picks and predictions

Prediction

Blues 3, Golden Knights 2

Moneyline

Both teams are playing well as STL has won 6 of 7 and VGK has won 5 of 7. What sets the teams apart is Vegas’ size and STL’s goaltending. The Knights’ defensemen are massive, and the Blues’ goaltending has been just as massive.

VGK is opening a brutal road trip here before it goes to Nashville, Winnipeg and Minnesota. St. Louis is coming off an emotional OT win on the road and is the healthier bunch. I look for a low-scoring affair, because frankly, that’s the only way STL can win. And I’m taking the upset with BLUES +120.

Puck line/Against the spread

There’s no play here on the PL with the lines juiced. There is a prop that sticks out, though.

JORDAN KYROU OVER 2.5 SHOTS (-130).

Rouzy has 4 goals in 2 games, and a switch has been flipped where he is looking to score instead of trying to make plays. He has 3+ shots in 3 straight and 4 of 5.

Over/Under

This one has shifted to 6.5 at other places, and I would wait to see if BetMGM follows suit. Then I would nail the Under. This is playoff hockey, and if it gets into an offensive barrage, the Blues don’t stand a good chance. The Blues are 3-4-3 O/U over their last 10, and VGK is 5-5.

LEAN UNDER 6 (-105).

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