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Islanders-Flyers odds: Philly plays host in pick’em vs. NY Islanders

Previewing Saturday’s New York Islanders vs. Philadelphia Flyers sports betting odds and lines, with NHL matchup analysis and picks.

The New York Islanders (13-3-1) travel to the city of brotherly love to face the Philadelphia Flyers (10-6-3) at Wells Fargo Center Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET. We analyze the Islanders-Flyers odds and lines while providing NHL betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Islanders at Flyers: Projected starting goalies

Thomas Greiss vs. Brian Elliott

Greiss is projected to start. He has posted a 7-1-3 record with a 1.88 goals against average and .942 save percentage. He has won six straight starts while allowing 10 goals on his last 192 shots faced (.948 save percentage).

Elliott is 4-2-1 with a 2.88 GAA and .909 save percentage. He has been a bit inconsistent with one win and an overtime loss, and was pulled in his last three starts.

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Islanders at Flyers: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Islanders 4, Flyers 2

Moneyline (ML)

NEW YORK (-110) is nearly even money and rested. The Flyers have played extra time in five of their last six games and it may catch up to them here on the back end of a back-to-back.

A $10 bet with New York results in a $9.09 profit with an outright victory.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The spread is one to AVOID as this expects to be a close one throughout. New York’s -304 is cost-prohibitive given the moneyline. The profit is elsewhere Saturday night.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 5.5 (-129) is a modest, small play given the unknown of how Philadelphia looks in this game.

These two rivals have scored 21 goals combined in their last three meetings. Take the Over.

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Bruins-Maple Leafs odds: Division rivals meet in Toronto

Previewing Friday’s Boston Bruins at Toronto Maple Leafs sports betting odds and lines, with NHL matchup analysis and picks

The Boston Bruins (11-3-4) visit the rival Toronto Maple Leafs (9-7-4) at Scotiabank Arena Friday at 7 p.m. ET.

We analyze the Bruins-Maple Leafs odds and lines while providing NHL betting tips around this matchup.

Bruins at Maple Leafs: Projected starting goalies

Tuukka Rask vs. Frederik Andersen

Rask is confirmed to start. The goalie has a 7-2-2 record with a 2.16 goals against average and a .926 save percentage. Rask has come back to Earth allowing 12 goals in his last three starts.

Andersen, expected to start, is 9-3-3 with a 2.72 GAA and a .912 save percentage. Andersen seeks to rebound after having an off night against the New York Islanders Wednesday, giving up four goals on 29 shots.

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Bruins at Maple Leafs: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Maple Leafs 4, Bruins 3

Moneyline (ML)

The MAPLE LEAFS (-115) is a bit less banged up than Boston (-106), though this is no automatic bet. Boston’s top line is still healthy and will get its points. It comes down to execution and Toronto’s top forwards still have enough speed to get by here and squeeze out a win.

It will be dicey and high-event, but take Toronto on the moneyline.

A $10 bet with Toronto results in an $8.70 profit with a Maple Leafs’ win.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The problem here is the teams have a tendency to play mostly one-goal games as they did in Toronto. Boston won the last meeting 4-2 on a late empty-netter. Toronto has been playing a style that does not let it pull too far ahead. So, if the Leafs win, it will likely be one or two goals. AVOID.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 6.5 (+115) is a modest, small play given how uncertain Boston’s depth looks after the Torey Krug injury. It makes an impact but forces the Bruins to go more on the offensive than usual. John Tavares and Auston Matthews should be able to create almost at will vs. Boston. The same goes for David Krejci and Boston’s top-six. Again, take the over!

Placing a $10 bet here will give a bettor a nice $11.50 profit for a cover.

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Penguins-Devils odds: Banged-up Penguins still road favorites

Previewing Friday’s Pittsburgh Penguins at New Jersey Devils sports betting odds and lines, with NHL matchup analysis and picks.

The Pittsburgh Penguins (10-6-2) travel to Newark to face the division rival New Jersey Devils (5-8-4) at Prudential Center Friday at 7 p.m. ET. We analyze the Penguins-Devils odds and lines while providing NHL betting tips around this matchup.

Penguins at Devils: Projected starting goalies

Matt Murray vs. MacKenzie Blackwood

Murray is projected to get the start Friday in New Jersey. He has a 9-3-2 record for Pittsburgh with a 2.39 goals against average and .914 save percentage. Murray has looked decent of late, allowing eight goals on his last 81 shots faced while winning two of his previous three starts.

Blackwood is confirmed to start again for the Devils. He is 5-4-3 with a 2.94 GAA and .895 save percentage. Blackwood took the home loss Wednesday against Ottawa after yielding three goals on 24 shots.

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Penguins at Devils: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Penguins 4, Devils 3

Moneyline (ML)

The PENGUINS (-139) are dealing with far more injuries than the Devils. They are without C Sidney Crosby and D Kris Letang, and yet, are still road favorites Friday night. New Jersey gives up 3.78 goals per game at home and has a porous penalty kill.

It will be a high-event and chaotic game but take the Penguins on the moneyline.

A $10 bet with Pittsburgh results in a $7.19 profit with a Penguins’ win.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The Devils are 5-12 against the spread which is dead last in the entire NHL. Part of the problem is their style of play which just does not lead to convincing victories. Most of their games are decided by one goal or include an empty-net tally. AVOID.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 5.5 (-154) is a safe play Friday night. That 5.5 number just makes for an easier bet with a little less profit. Do not overthink this one. There will be goals. 

Placing a $10 bet here will give a bettor a decent $6.49 profit with a total of six or more goals scored.

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Avalanche-Oilers odds: Edmonton a slight home favorite

Previewing Thursday’s Colorado Avalanche at Edmonton Oilers sports betting odds and lines, with NHL matchup analysis and picks.

The Colorado Avalanche (11-5-2) face the Edmonton Oilers (12-6-2) at Rogers Place Thursday at 9:00 p.m. ET. We analyze the Avalanche-Oilers sports betting odds and lines while providing NHL betting tips around this matchup.

Avalanche at Oilers: Projected starting goalies

Philipp Grubauer vs. Mike Smith

Grubauer is projected to start after missing the last week due to injury. He has posted a 6-3-2 record with a 2.80 goals against average and .915 save percentage. He had lost four of his previous five starts before the injury.

Smith expects to get the nod Thursday night. He is 5-5-1 with a 2.58 GAA and .913 SV%. After a 52-save effort against Pittsburgh on November 2, Smith has lost two straight starts while allowing nine goals on just 48 shots.

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Avalanche at Oilers: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Avalanche 4, Oilers 3

Moneyline (ML)

The AVALANCHE (+110) are an against the grain play with Colorado likely getting their starting goaltender back while Edmonton has been struggling of late. Nathan MacKinnon has been able to carry Colorado with seven goals and 15 points on 60 shots over his last 10 games.

A $10 bet with Colorado results in an $11 profit with an Avalanche win.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The -250 odds for Colorado scream AVOID. Edmonton at (-1.5, +200) is arguably a worse choice.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 6.5 (+125) may prove to be a solid play Thursday night as one goaltender (Grubauer) is coming off an injury and the other (Smith) has shown a poor form of late. The star power on offense should translate into goals.

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Rangers-Lightning odds: Tampa Bay favored at home

Previewing Thursday’s New York Rangers at Tampa Bay Lightning sports betting odds and lines, with NHL matchup analysis and picks.

The Tampa Bay Lightning (8-5-2) entertain the New York Rangers (8-6-2) at Amalie Arena Thursday at 7:00 p.m. ET. We analyze the Rangers-Lightning odds and lines while providing NHL betting tips around this matchup.

Rangers at Lightning: Projected starting goalies

Alexandar Georgiev vs. Andrei Vasilevskiy

Georgiev has posted a 4-3-1 record so far with a 2.73 goals against average and .917 save percentage. He has won three of his previous four starts while yielding just four goals in those three wins.

Vasilevskiy is expected to get the nod Thursday night. He is 6-4 with a 3.01 GAA and .905 save percentage. Vasilevskiy looked better against Buffalo stopping 20 of 22 shots in the victory last Friday night.

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Rangers at Lightning: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Lightning 5, Rangers 3

Moneyline (ML)

The LIGHTNING (-278) are the biggest favorites on the slate. A big reason is a familiarity that Tampa Bay has with New York have revenge on their minds after a 4-1 defeat to the Rangers at Madison Square Garden last month.

A $10 bet on Tampa Bay results in a $3.60 profit with a Lightning win.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The LIGHTNING (-1.5, +100) is an even-money pick. Watch the value here as it could fluctuate a bit before game time. There are some hefty concerns as Tampa is 5-10 against the spread and New York is 10-6. However, Tampa Bay is 3-1-1 at home this year and has covered in two of its previous three home contests.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 6.5 (+105) is the big play Thursday night as it is still on the plus side. Tampa Bay has not seen its stars break out much this season. Nikita Kucherov and Steven Stamkos both average over a point per game in their careers against the Rangers. New York is without Mika Zibanejad (upper-body injury) but Ryan Strome and Artemi Panarin have carried the offensive load. 

Betting $10 on the Over will result in a $10.50 profit if the two teams combine for seven or more goals.

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Hurricanes-Sabres odds: Carolina favored in Buffalo

Previewing Thursday’s Carolina Hurricanes at Buffalo Sabres sports betting odds and lines, with NHL matchup analysis and picks

The Carolina Hurricanes (10-7-1) and Buffalo Sabres (9-6-2) square off in Western New York on Thursday at 7 p.m. ET. Both teams are 4-5-1 across the past 10 outings.

Hurricanes at Sabres: Projected starting goalies

Petr Mrazek vs. Carter Hutton

Mrazek enters play with an 8-3-1 record, 2.51 goals-against average and .907 save percentage. He received a ton of support last time out in a victory against the Ottawa Senators, winning 8-2. While he has a strong overall record, keep in mind that he is 7-1-0 with a 2.11 GAA and .918 save percentage at home, but just a 1-2-1 record, 3.44 GAA and .883 save percentage on the road.

Like Mrazek, Hutton owns an impressive overall record and tremendously opposite splits. He is 6-3-1 with a 2.39 GAA and .921 save percentage overall. On the road he is just 2-2-0 with a 3.06 GAA and .914 save percentage, but he is a solid 4-1-1 with a 1.96 GAA and .927 save percentage in his six assignments at home.

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Hurricanes at Sabres: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Sabres 4, Hurricanes 2

Moneyline (ML)

The SABRES (+115) are a sharp play at home catching plus-money. The Hurricanes (-139) have been less than stellar on the road, and Mrazek has had his struggles, as mentioned above. Hutton has been red-hot at home, but the Sabres have struggled overall. They’re 0-4-1 in the past five outings, including a pair of losses in Sweden against the Tampa Bay Lightning. They haven’t played since Nov. 9, so will be well rested after their overseas trip to Stockholm. Look for them to roar back to life at home.

New to sports betting? A $10 wager on Buffalo returns a profit of $11.50 – every $1 wagered profits $1.15 with a Sabres win.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The Sabres (+1.5, -239) are underdogs, so the puck line is not worth a look. You don’t need the insurance, as I expect them to win outright. Consider the alternate line (including overtime and shootouts), laying -1.5 to win +300, or three times your bet, with a two-goal win by the home side.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 5.5 (-154) is worth a small-unit play, but beware of the high juice on this wager. Personally, while I feel the game should just inch across the finish line for the over, I wouldn’t risk it at this price.

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Blackhawks-Golden Knights odds: Vegas biggest favorite on slate

Previewing Wednesday’s Chicago Blackhawks at Vegas Golden Knights sports betting odds and lines, with NHL matchup analysis and picks.

The Vegas Golden Knights (9-7-3) entertain the Chicago Blackhawks (6-7-4) at T-Mobile Arena Wednesday at 10:00 p.m. ET. We analyze the Blackhawks-Golden Knights sports betting odds and lines while providing NHL betting tips around this matchup.

Blackhawks at Golden Knights: Projected starting goalies

Corey Crawford vs. Marc-Andre Fleury

Crawford has a 2-4-2 record with a 3.27 goals against average and .905 save percentage.

Fleury starts after Malcolm Subban spelled him over the weekend. He is 9-4-1 with a 2.52 GAA and .920 SV%. Fleury wants to rebound after a dreadful four goals allowed on 33 shots against the Washington Capitals Friday.

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Blackhawks at Golden Knights: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Golden Knights 4, Blackhawks 2

Moneyline (ML)

The GOLDEN KNIGHTS (-228) are the biggest favorites on Wednesday’s five-game slate. Vegas sports just a 4-3-2 home record but Chicago is 1-4-1 away from United Center.

A $10.00 bet with Vegas results in a $4.39 profit with a Golden Knights’ win Wednesday night.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The GOLDEN KNIGHTS (-1.5, +125) are a slightly better pick on the spread but they are just 9-10 ATS on the season and Chicago is 6-11.

Picking Vegas here yields a profit of $12.50 on a $10 bet.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 5.5 (-154) is a modest play Wednesday night given both teams’ penchant to give up goals of late. Chicago wants to play more up-tempo and with that comes more goals allowed.

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Capitals-Flyers odds: Philadelphia even money at home

Previewing Wednesday’s Washington Capitals at Philadelphia Flyers sports betting odds and lines, with NHL matchup analysis, picks and tips.

The Washington Capitals (13-2-4) travel to the city of brotherly love to face the Philadelphia Flyers (10-5-2) at Wells Fargo Center Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. ET. We analyze the Capitals-Flyers odds and lines while providing NHL betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Capitals at Flyers: Projected starting goalies

Braden Holtby vs. Carter Hart

Holtby is confirmed to start. He has posted an 8-1-3 record with a 3.25 goals against average and .898 save percentage. He has won four straight starts while allowing 10 goals on his last 129 shots faced (.922 save percentage).

Hart is 6-3-1 with a 2.71 GAA and .893 save percentage. He is on a roll with four consecutive wins while allowing just eight goals on his previous 112 shots against.

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Capitals at Flyers: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Flyers 4, Capitals 3

Moneyline (ML)

The Capitals (-121) are an interesting pick with their line being the way it is. However, PHILADELPHIA (+100) is even money at home. The Flyers have won six straight home games against Washington after coming off an overtime game. Both Philadelphia and Washington blew multiple-goal leads and came back from them in the last week. Take Philadelphia and the dollars.

A $10 bet with Philadelphia results in a $10 profit with an outright victory.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The spread is one to AVOID here as this expects to be a close game throughout. Each of the last four meetings has come down to empty-net goals padding the result. Combine that with the penchant of both teams to play in overtime and this pick just has to be punted away.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 6.5 (+115) is a modest, small play given the uncertainty of how Philadelphia starts this one. The expectation is both teams will score three-plus goals which makes a 4-3 outcome more likely. 

These two rivals have scored 27 goals combined in their last four tilts. Take the Over.

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Maple Leafs-Islanders odds: Isles welcome Leafs, Johnny T

Previewing Wednesday’s Toronto Maple Leafs at New York Islanders sports betting odds and lines, with NHL matchup analysis, picks and tips.

The Toronto Maple Leafs (9-6-4) and New York Islanders (12-3-1) tangle at Nassau Coliseum on Long Island Wednesday night at 7 p.m. ET, and the Isles fans will be ready for Toronto captain John Tavares. We analyze the Maple Leafs-Islanders sports betting odds and lines, with NHL matchup analysis, picks and tips.

Maple Leafs at Islanders: Projected starting goalies

Frederik Andersen vs. Semyon Varlamov

Andersen heads into Wednesday’s battle with a 9-2-2 record, 2.62 goals against average and .916 save percentage. He faced the Islanders just once last season, a 2-1 victory as the ‘Under’ easily connected.

Varlamov enters play with a 5-2-1 record, 2.37 GAA and .924 save percentage. He is coming off a 4-3 overtime loss last time out against the Pittsburgh Penguins, a setback coming off of a five-start winning streak. He has allowed three or fewer goals in five of the past six outings.

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Maple Leafs at Islanders: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Islanders 5, Maple Leafs 3

Moneyline (ML)

The ISLANDERS (-134) dominated last season’s first meeting against former star Tavares, as the Long Island faithful treated their former star rudely and didn’t let up for the entire game. When the dust settled, the Maple Leafs (+110) were on the short end of a 6-1 score. They lost the second meeting, too, although they salvaged the season series and avoided the broom in the final battle.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The ISLANDERS (-1.5, +200) are worth a roll of the dice in this one, as you can double up your money ($20 profit on a $10 bet) if they win by two or more goals. While Andersen is 3-0-0 with a 1.95 GAA and .938 save percentage in three road games, he hasn’t faced a hostile environment and tough offense like he’ll face Wednesday.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 5.5 (-139) is a slam-dunk play, as this game should go well Over. The offenses for both teams have been on point lately, and the Isles have picked up points in 12 straight games. While their No. 1 in goals allowed at just 2.2 per game, they will be tested early and often by the young guns of the Leafs. Toronto is averaging 3.3 goals per game, and it’s allowing 3.2 goals per outing. Expect plenty of offense.

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Red Wings-Ducks odds: Anaheim has slight edge over Detroit

Previewing Tuesday’s Detroit Red Wings at Anaheim Ducks sports betting odds, with NHL matchup analysis and picks.

The Anaheim Ducks (9-8-1) entertain the Detroit Red Wings (6-12-1) at Honda Center Tuesday at 10:00 p.m. ET. We analyze the Red Wings-Ducks odds and lines while providing NHL betting tips around this matchup.

Red Wings at Ducks: Projected starting goalies

Jimmy Howard vs. John Gibson

Howard has posted a 2-8 record so far with a 3.99 goals against average and .887 save percentage. He has won three straight starts while allowing just six goals on his last 84 shots faced.

Gibson expects to get the nod Tuesday despite allowing six goals to the Edmonton Oilers Sunday night. He is 6-8 with a 2.80 GAA and .915 SV%. Gibson gets less than 2.5 goals per game of support which is in the bottom five of the league among starters.

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Red Wings at Ducks: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Ducks 3, Red Wings 2

Moneyline (ML)

The DUCKS (-154) are a bit more rested here as Detroit is on a West Coast road trip. Detroit has won two straight while Anaheim has dropped consecutive games at home. This has brought down the moneyline a bit and may continue to do so during the day.

A $10.00 bet with Anaheim results in a $6.49 profit with an outright win for the Ducks.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The spread is a bet to AVOID as the Ducks have been spotty at home of late. Also, Anaheim has won three of the last four matchups but needed empty-net goals in two of them to provide the extra cushion. These teams just tend to play lower-scoring contests.

Over/Under (O/U)

The UNDER 5.5 (+105) is a modest, small play. Both teams could score three-plus goals or this could be a 2-1 outcome. There is a good amount of variance here. 

The last four meetings have seen the Under connect thrice.

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