NHL Global Series: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Colorado Avalanche, live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch the NHL

The Columbus Blue Jackets will meet the Colorado Avalanche in the NHL Global Series on Friday from the Nokia Arena in Tampere, Finland.

The Columbus Blue Jackets will meet the Colorado Avalanche in the NHL Global Series on Friday from the Nokia Arena in Tampere, Finland.

The Blue Jackets have struggled after a 3-7 start to the season and will look to turn things around as they make the trip to Finland. Meanwhile, the Avalanche haven’t been in much better shape while starting off 4-4-1 as they look to rebound after a 5-4 loss to the Islanders last time out.

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Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Colorado Avalanche

  • When: Friday, November 4
  • Time: 2:00 p.m. ET
  • TV Channel: NHL Network, Altitude Sports
  • Live Stream: fuboTV (watch for free)

NHL Odds and Betting Lines

NHL odds courtesy of Tipico Sportsbook. Odds were last updated Friday at 12:45 p.m. ET.

Columbus Blue Jackets (+165) vs. Colorado Avalanche (-260)

O/U: 6.5

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Tampa Bay Lightning at New York Rangers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Tampa Bay Lightning at New York Rangers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Tampa Bay Lightning and New York Rangers open their regular seasons Tuesday at Madison Square Garden. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN/ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Lightning at Rangers, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

This is a rematch of last season’s Eastern Conference Finals, which the Lightning won 4-2. After dropping the first 2 games of the series, Tampa Bay took the next 4 to advance to the Stanley Cup Final, which it lost to Colorado 4-2.

The Rangers were red-hot at MSG last season, riding a combination of solid goaltending and high-octane offense, which is often a recipe for success in the NHL. New York has won 35 of its past 51 games at MSG.

The Rangers beat the Lightning in all 3 regular-season games last season, 2 on the road and 1 at home – a 4-0 shutout Jan. 2.

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Lightning at Rangers odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 4:14 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Lightning +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Rangers -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Lightning +1.5 (-260) | Rangers -1.5 (+185)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Lightning at Rangers projected goalies

Andrei Vasilevskiy (39-18-5, 2.49 GAA, .916 SV%, 2 SO in 2021-22) vs. Igor Shesterkin (36-13-4, 2.07 GAA, .935 SV%, 6 SO in 2021-22)

Vasilevskiy won 19 regular-season games on the road last season, going 19-10-1 with a 2.77 GAA and .912 SV%. However, he was 0-2-0 with a 3.03 GAA and .875 SV% in 2 regular-season starts vs. the Rangers.

Shesterkin emerged as a star in 2021-22, so much so that the team parted ways with dependable backup Alexandar Georgiev (now with Colorado). Igor was a rock at MSG, going 21-6-0 with a microscopic 1.85 GAA and .940 SV%. Plus, 5 of his 6 regular-season shutouts came in front of the home fans.

In his short career, Shesterkin is 3-0-0 with a 1.30 GAA, .958 SV% and 1 shutout in 3 regular-season games – all last season – vs. the Lightning.

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Lightning at Rangers picks and predictions

Prediction

Rangers 3, Lightning 2

Moneyline

NEW YORK (-120) is worth playing, but the margin of error here is razor thin. These teams know each other well, and it is a budding rivalry thanks to their intense ECF series last spring. With these 2 superstar goalies, don’t expect either side to get very far ahead at any point.

Puck line/Against the spread

Lightning +1.5 (-260) is just too expensive if you’re expecting a close game like I am. You need to risk 2.6 times your potential return, and that’s never a good betting strategy, especially on Day 1. If you’re feeling Tampa (I’m not), just bet it straight up.

AVOID.

Over/Under

The UNDER 5.5 (-110) is a low number in this day and age, but goaltenders are typically ahead of the offense during the early going. This should be especially true with the two world-class backstops on display in this game. Expect goals to be at a premium at MSG Tuesday.

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Nashville Predators vs. San Jose Sharks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s San Jose Sharks vs. Nashville Predators odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Nashville Predators (1-0-0) and San Jose Sharks (0-1-0) play the second game of the NHL Global Series at 02 Arena in Prague, Czech Republic, Saturday. Puck drop is scheduled for 2 p.m. ET (NHL Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Predators vs. Sharks, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Sharks picked up right where they left off against the Predators last season. After being swept in all 3 meetings last year, while getting outscored 12-1, San Jose fell 4-1 in the opener Friday.

The feel-good moment for the Sharks was when Prague native C Tomas Hertl scored their lone goal midway through the first period to level the score 1-1.

The Predators had 4 different scorers light the lamp, scoring 3 even-strength goals and an empty-netter by C Matt Duchene to put a bow on the scoring.

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Predators vs. Sharks nickname odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:51 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Predators -180 (bet $180 to win $100) | Sharks +145 (bet $100 to win $145)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Predators -1.5 (+133) | Sharks +1.5 (-170)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O:+110 | U: -135)

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Predators vs. Sharks projected goalies

Kevin Lankinen (8-15-6, 3.50 GAA, .891 SV% in 2021-22 w/CHI) vs. Kaapo Kahkonen (14-14-4, 2.87 GAA, .912 SV% in 2021-22 w/MIN and SJ)

Lankinen faced the Sharks twice last season as a member of the Chicago Blackhawks, going 1-1-0 while allowing 8 goals on 56 shots, good for a 3.84 GAA and .857 SV%.

Kahkonen came over to the Sharks mid-season from the Wild. He faced the Predators 3 times, going 0-2-1 with a 3.39 GAA and .892 SV%, allowing 10 goals on 93 shots.

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Predators vs. Sharks picks and predictions

Prediction

Predators 5, Sharks 4

Moneyline

NASHVILLE (-180) is a little on the expensive side, but the Predators have owned the Sharks in recent seasons, winning 5 consecutive meetings and 7 of the past 8.

Puck line/Against the spread

SAN JOSE +1.5 (-170) should have a much better showing against Lankinen, and you can expect a little more firewagon hockey in this game. We saw the Sharks look a little sluggish in Friday’s game, except for the Hertl goal and early energy. With a pair of backups in the crease on both ends, this one will be a close, and high-scoring, game.

Over/Under

The OVER 6.5 (+110) is worth playing lightly. We have a pair of backup backstops in the crease, and both Lankinen and Kahkonen struggled in 2021-22.

The Under cashed in Friday’s game, but that was thanks mostly due to G Juuse Saros and his dominance. He will be resting with the back-to-back, and there will be many more scoring opportunities for the Sharks.

The Over is a robust 6-2 in the past 8 NHL Global Series games overseas dating back to Oct. 2017, and it’s worth playing here.

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San Jose Sharks vs. Nashville Predators odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s San Jose Sharks vs. Nashville Predators odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The San Jose Sharks and Nashville Predators open the regular season at 02 Arena in Prague, Czech Republic Friday. Puck drop is scheduled for 2 p.m. ET (NHL Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Sharks vs. Predators, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

These 2 teams played 3 times in the regular season in 2021-22, and most of the outings were forgettable for the Sharks. San Jose lost all 3 meetings, picking up just 1 point in a 1-0 OT loss in Nashville April 12.

The Predators outscored the Sharks 12-1 in the 3 regular-season meetings, as Juuse Saros stopped all 45 shots he faced in the final 2 meetings for a pair of shutouts, including an 8-0 spanking March 5 at home.

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Sharks vs. Predators nickname odds

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  • Moneyline: Sharks +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Predators -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Sharks +1.5 (-160) | Predators -1.5 (+125)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -140 | U: +112)

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Sharks vs. Predators projected goalies

James Reimer (19-17-10, 2.90 GAA, .911 SV%, 1 SO in 2021-22) vs. Juuse Saros (38-25-3, 2.64 GAA, .918 SV%, 4 SO in 2021-22)

Optimus Reim made just 1 start against the Predators last season, and it was a good one. He allowed just 2 goals on 25 shots in a 3-1 loss in the Music City, as he received little offensive support.

Saros treated the Sharks rudely in 2021-22, posting a 3-0-0 record with a 0.33 GAA and .986 SV% with 2 shutouts.

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Sharks vs. Predators picks and predictions

Prediction

Predators 3, Sharks 1

Moneyline

It’s a different venue, but the result will be the same. NASHVILLE (-190) is a little on the expensive side, and right at my personal limit for an ML bet.

Expect the Sharks to come out with a lot of energy, especially C Tomas Hertl, who will be playing in his hometown. However, as the game goes along, look for talent to take over.

The Preds are going to be a playoff team this season, while the Sharks will be in the mix for the top pick in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft.

Puck line/Against the spread

NASHVILLE -1.5 (+125) is a better value play than the ML. Reimer saw the Preds just once last season – on the road – and he allowed the 2 goals, with one empty-netter in the end. It should be deja vu but this time in Prague as the Sharks offense is expected to be rather toothless again.

Over/Under

The BEST PLAY on the board is UNDER 5.5 (+112).

The last time we saw games overseas thanks to the 2019 NHL Global Series, the Over edged the Under 2-1 in 3 games. Plus, the Over is 6-1 in the past 7 overseas games since October 2017.

However, we haven’t had a dominant goalie like Saros in these games, especially against a team he has handled so well in the recent past.

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