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Toronto Maple Leafs at Dallas Stars odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Toronto Maple Leafs at Dallas Stars odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Toronto Maple Leafs (19-10-2) meet the Dallas Stars (19-11-0) Wednesday at American Airlines Center. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Maple Leafs vs. Stars odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Maple Leafs won 2-0 in 2023-24

The Maple Leafs have swept the regular-season series in each of the past 3 campaigns, winning 6 straight games in the series since March 15, 2022.

Toronto picked up a 5-3 victory at home Sunday over the Buffalo Sabres, cashing as a moderate favorite (-171) as the Over (6) cashed. The Leafs are 3-1-0 in the past 4 games, while the Under has connected at a 5-2-1 pace in the previous 8 contests.

The Stars picked up a 3-1 win Monday against the Washington Capitals as moderate favorites (-156), while going 3-1-0 in the previous 4 outings. The Under has hit in 3 in a row, while going 7-1-0 in the past 8 contests.

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Maple Leafs at Stars odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated at 6:16 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Maple Leafs +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Stars -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Maple Leafs +1.5 (-225) | Stars -1.5 (+180)
Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Maple Leafs at Stars projected goalies

Joseph Woll (8-4-0, 2.24 GAA, .918% SV, 1 SO) vs. Jake Oettinger (16-7-0, 2.32 GAA, .913 SV%, 1 SO)

Woll is likely to have to do plenty of the heavy lifting for at least the next month, as Anthony Stolarz will be sidelined 4-6 weeks due to knee surgery. Stolarz is the NHL’s leader in save percentage (.927).

Woll has allowed 3 or fewer goals in each of his past 10 starts and 11 appearances, and he is 2-2-0 with a 2.49 GAA and .906 SV% in 3 starts and 1 relief appearance in December.

Oettinger allowed just a single goal on 26 shots in a 3-1 win against the Capitals, while allowing just 2 goals on 42 shots in back-to-back victories. The Lakeville, Minn., native has a 4-3-0 record, 2.01 GAA and .918 SV% in 7 December outings.

Maple Leafs at Stars picks and predictions

Prediction

Stars 3, Maple Leafs 2

Moneyline

The STARS (-135) are worth a look as moderate favorites, but backing them against the Maple Leafs (+115) is quite risky. Toronto has won 6 straight meetings in the series.

However, the presence of Oettinger gives the Stars a leg up, ever so slightly. Woll has been good, and this will likely be a defensive battle, perhaps even decided in overtime or a shootout. But give Dallas the edge based on tending.

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Puck line/Against the spread

Backing the Maple Leafs +1.5 (-225) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return if you cannot take Toronto straight up, and you’d like a little bit of insurance instead.

Either take the Leafs straight up if you like them, although that’s not recommended, or AVOID.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (+100) is the lean at even-money, but go with a half-unit play at most.

Again, Woll hasn’t allowed more than 3 goals in any start since his first outing of the season in late October.

Meanwhile, the Under is 3-0 in the past 3 starts by Oettinger, and 6-1 across his past 7 assignments. The Under is 5-2 in the past 7 meetings in this series, too.

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New Jersey Devils at St. Louis Blues odds, picks and predictions

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

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The New Jersey Devils (20-10-3) and St. Louis Blues (15-14-3) tussle in a Tuesday night affair near the shores of the Mississippi River. The opening face-off at the Enterprise Center will be at 8 p.m. (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Devils vs. Blues odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: Blues lead 1-0

New Jersey last played Saturday, closing out a 5-game home stand with a 4-1 conquest as big -370 favorites over the Chicago Blackhawks. The Devils, who rank sixth in the league in goals against (2.61 per game), allowed just 17 shots on goal Saturday and have yielded only 48 shots on target over their last 3 games.

St. Louis played Sunday, earning a 3-2 triumph over the New York Rangers to snap a two-game losing streak (0-1-1). The Blues cashed as +113 home underdogs and the Under (6) came in. The Blues had been 1-5-1 over their previous games at the Enterprise Center.

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Devils at Blues odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated at 3:41 p.m. ET.

Moneyline: Devils -185 (bet $185 to win $100) | Blues +150 (bet $100 to win $150)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Devils -1.5 (+135) | Blues +1.5 (-165)
Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Devils at Blues projected goalies

Jacob Markstrom (15-6-2, 2.35 GAA, .908 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Jordan Binnington (8-11-3, 2.93 GAA, .899 SV%, 1 SO)

Markstrom stopped 16 of 17 pucks in Saturday’s win over the Blackhawks. He owns a sparkling .934 SV% over 5 games this month.

Binnington was solid in his last start, which was Saturday at the Dallas Starts (35 saves). The 31-year-old had been shaky over his two previous efforts, clocking an .846 SV% across games on Dec. 7 and Dec. 12.

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Devils at Blues picks and predictions

Prediction

Devils 4, Blues 3

Moneyline

New Jersey is 13-5-1 since Nov. 4 and figures to be out for retribution after a lackluster 3-0 loss to the Blues in Newark Nov. 27.

As mentioned above, the Blues have had their issues of late at home, and recently they’ve had difficulties getting shots on frame (21.3 shots per game over the club’s last 4 games). In this one, St. Louis takes to the ice with a rest disadvantage — and the Devils are 3-1-0 when playing on 2 days’ rest.

If Markstrom gets the call, he gives New Jersey a talent edge in goal. The 34-year-old has done well to avoid off nights and ranks a solid 19th in Hockey-Reference’s goals saved above average.

The 5-on-5 expected-goal analytics favor the Devils having more scoring punch in the tank. Lately, they’ve been hurt by some likely-unlucky shooting percentages, but they have been getting more scoring chances and more of the high-danger variety. Plus, in special teams, the Devils are light years the better club in this matchup — despite an 0-for-13 stretch on the power play since Dec. 6.

BET DEVILS (-185).

Puck line/Against the spread

The Devils have played 4 straight 1-goal games. The best value on a New Jersey play is on the ML.

Over/Under

The Blues have shown some decent early scoring punch of late. Season and recent-trend expected-goals calculations point to the Blues scoring more and allowing a bit more as well and for the Devils to have some more punch on offense.

BACK OVER 5.5 (-115).

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New York Islanders at Carolina Hurricanes odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s New York Islanders at Carolina Hurricanes odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New York Islanders (12-13-7) meet the Carolina Hurricanes (19-10-1) Tuesday at Lenovo Center in Raleigh. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+ / Hulu / Disney+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Islanders vs. Hurricanes odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: Islanders lead 1-0; New York won 4-3 at home as a heavy underdog (+174) while the Over (6) cashed Dec. 7

The Islanders suffered a 5-3 loss on the road against the Chicago Blackhawks Sunday as the Over (5.5) cashed. The total has gone high at a 4-1-1 clip in the past 6 outings. The Isles are 3-2-0 in the past 5 games, too.

For the Hurricanes, they topped the Columbus Blue Jackets 4-1 as giant favorites (-356) Sunday while the Under (6.5) cashed. Carolina has alternated wins and losses in the past 6 games in December, while cashing the Under in each of the past 3 contests.

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Islanders at Hurricanes odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated at 8:38 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Islanders +185 (bet $100 to win $185) | Hurricanes -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Islanders +1.5 (-135) | Hurricanes -1.5 (+115)
Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Islanders at Hurricanes projected goalies

Ilya Sorokin (9-9-4, 2.71 GAA, .906% SV, 1 SO) vs. Pyotr Kochetkov (12-5-0, 2.61 GAA, .895 SV%)

Sorokin coughed up 4 goals on 22 shots in Sunday’s 5-3 loss at Chicago, following a 5-4 win against the Blackhawks in the front end of the home-and-home. He has managed a 3-3-1 record, 3.15 GAA, .885 SV% in 7 starts in December.

Kochetkov allowed just 2 goals on 21 shots in Ottawa Friday, but he received zero goal support in a 3-0 loss. He has a 2-3-0 record and 3.11 GAA with an .871 SV% in 5 starts since returning from the concussion protocol.

Islanders at Hurricanes picks and predictions

Prediction

Islanders 3, Hurricanes 2

Moneyline

The ISLANDERS (+185) are worth a look for the chance to nearly double up. New York has been a major thorn in the side of the Hurricanes (-250) in recent seasons, winning 4-3 as a heavy underdog in the first meeting Dec. 7, while going 2-2 in last season’s regular-season series, with 3 of those games decided by a single goal.

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Puck line/Against the spread

If you can’t bring yourself to bet New York straight up and would like a little insurance, ISLANDERS +1.5 (-135) isn’t priced out of line. In 4 of the past 5 regular-season meetings, the winning margin has been a single goal, including 2 overtime affairs.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (+100) is worth a look in this battle in Raleigh, although you’ll be going against the trends. The Over is 4-1 in the past 5 regular-season matchups.

While the Over is 4-1-1 in the past 6 games for the Islanders, the Under is 4-2-1 in the past 7 outings on the road.

For the Hurricanes, the Under has cashed in the past 3 games, with Carolina averaging 2.3 goals per game (GPG) while allowing just 2.0 GPG in the span.

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Colorado Avalanche at Vancouver Canucks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Colorado Avalanche at Vancouver Canucks odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Colorado Avalanche (18-14-0) take on the Vancouver Canucks (15-9-5) Monday. Puck drop from Rogers Arena is set for 10:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Bruins vs. Jets odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Avalanche won 3-0 last season

The Avs got back to their winning ways with a 5-2 final Saturday against the Nashville Predators. C Nathan MacKinnon had 2 goals to give him 13 on the year. He has scored in 3 straight games, and the Avs have won 4 of 5 games. Their play has improved after shoring up their goaltending with 2 trades. Colorado has surrendered 2 or fewer goals in 4 of 5 contests, and they won each of those.

The Canucks have lost 3 of 4 after a 5-1 shelling by the Boston Bruins Saturday. G Thatcher Demko eroded in just his second start of the season, allowing 5 goals on 28 shots. Defense was a big cog in their game last season, and they’re 21st with 3.14 goals allowed per game. Getting their No. 1 goalie indoctrinated after being out all year should start to shift those numbers.

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Avalanche at Canucks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated at 3:15 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Avalanche -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Canucks +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Avalanche -1.5 (+165) | Canucks +1.5 (-200)
Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Avalanche at Canucks projected goalies

Mackenzie Blackwood (7-9-3, 2.95 GAA, .913 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Thatcher Demko (17-5-0, 2.14 GAA, .925 SV%, 3 SO)

Blackwood was great in his first start since joining the club via trade from San Jose. He stopped 37 of 39 shots the Predators sent his way. He is the best goalie the team has had since losing Darcy Kuemper after the 2022 Stanley Cup run. Blackwood faced Vancouver earlier this season and stopped 25 of 28 in a 3-2 loss while with the Sharks.

As mentioned, Demko just began his season after missing nearly 3 months due to injury. He allowed 9 goals and went 0-1-1 in his 2 starts. He was 0-2-0 with a 3.03 GAA and .880 SV% in 2 starts against the Avs last year.

Avalanche at Canucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Avalanche 5, Canucks 3

Moneyline

The Canucks are allowing too many goals to trust. Hey, that rhymed. The Avs are just starting to hit their stride, and they’re skating with newfound confidence with a duo of sturdy options behind them.

That said, I’m not taking them -150 on the road against a playoff-caliber team. Instead, I’m going with NATHAN MACKINNON ANYTIME GOAL (+135). His SOG totals have been spotty at 3, 4, 3, 6, 2 and 3 the last few games. He has 4 goals in the last 3, though, so I like the upside of making it 5 in 4.

Puck line/Against the spread

In a move that seemed ludicrous a month ago, I’m taking AVALANCHE -1.5 (+165) in Vancouver. Again, the Avs have scored 4+ in 3 of 4 games, and they’re skating with the most confidence they have had all season. On the contrary, the Canucks are where Colorado is with concerns between the pipes.

Over/Under

The Avs are 5-5 O/U in their last 10, and the Canucks are 6-4. This total would be 3-2-1 in the last 6 meetings. With the way each is playing on different ends of the spectrum, I like the OVER 6 (-105).

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Florida Panthers at Edmonton Oilers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Florida Panthers at Edmonton Oilers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Florida Panthers (18-11-2) clash with the Edmonton Oilers (18-10-2) in a 2024 Stanley Cup rematch on Monday. Puck drop from Rogers Place is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET (NHL Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Panthers vs. Oilers odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Panthers won 2-0 last season, and won 4-3 in the Stanley Cup

The Panthers have been shut out in back-to-back games, losing 3-0 against the Calgary Flames on Saturday while failing to cover as -186 road favorites. Florida outshot Calgary 32-27, but was unable to find the back of the net.

Edmonton has won 5 games in a row after taking down the Vegas Golden Knights 6-3 on Saturday and covering as a -146 home favorite. Six Oilers scored while C Leon Draisaitl had a goal and 2 assists.

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Panthers at Oilers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated at 11:31 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Panthers +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Oilers -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Panthers +1.5 (-250) | Oilers -1.5 (+200)
Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Panthers at Oilers projected goalies

Sergei Bobrovsky (13-6-1, 2.87 GAA, .892 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Stuart Skinner (11-7-2, 2.82 GAA, .897SV%, 1 SO)

Bobrovsky is tied for sixth in the NHL with 13 wins while his GAA and SV% each fall 35th or lower. He has won 4 of his last 5 starts while allowing 1 goal in 3 of his last 5 games.

Skinner ranks 11th in wins while his GAA and SV% each fall 30th or lower. He has won 5 of his last 6 games, including 3 straight while he has allowed 3 or fewer goals in each of his last 6 games.

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Panthers at Oilers picks and predictions

Prediction

Oilers 4, Panthers 3

Moneyline

BET OILERS (-125).

The Oilers will take advantage of their first chance to get revenge on the Panthers since the Stanley Cup. The Oilers have won 5 straight games and 8 of their last 10 while allowing 2 or fewer goals in 3 of their last 4 contests.

The Panthers have stalled recently, scoring just 2 goals over their last 3 games and losing back-to-back outings.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

There is no value on the Panthers +1.5 (-250) spread. However, Edmonton has scored 13 goals in its last 2 games while Florida has scored 0 in its last 2 so the Oilers -1.5 (+200) could be worth a wager if you are feeling more risky than an outright win.

Over/Under

BET OVER 6 (-115).

While the Panthers offense has seemingly stalled out over its last 3 games, it has scored 5 or more goals in 4 of its last 9 games while allowing 3 or more goals in 3 of its last 5 contests.

Edmonton’s offense is the opposite, scoring 6 or more goals in 3 of its last 5 games and 4 goals or more in 7 of its last 9 contests.

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Washington Capitals at Dallas Stars odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Washington Capitals at Dallas Stars odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Washington Capitals (21-6-2) visit the Dallas Stars (18-11-0) Monday. Puck drop from American Airlines Center is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Capitals vs. Stars odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: Capitals lead 1-0

Washington has won 4 games in a row after taking down the visiting Buffalo Sabres 4-2 Saturday as a -182 favorite. RW Tom Wilson found the back of the net twice while D John Carlson added 3 assists in the win.

Dallas has won 2 of its last 3 games after handling the St. Louis Blues 2-1 in OT Saturday as a -214 home favorite. LW Jason Robertson had a goal and an assist while C Matt Duchene scored the game-winning goal in OT.

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Capitals at Stars odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated at 11:35 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Capitals +130 (bet $100 to win $130) | Stars -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Capitals +1.5 (-190) | Stars -1.5 (+155)
Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Capitals at Stars projected goalies

Logan Thompson (12-1-2, 2.45 GAA, .913 SV%) vs. Jake Oettinger (15-7-0, 2.39 GAA, .911 SV%, 1 SO)

Thompson has been a large part of Washington’s success this season. He has top ranks in wins (tied-8th), GAA (11th), and SV% (tied-12th). Washington has gone 4-0-1 in his last 5 starts, while he has allowed 2 or fewer goals in 6 of his last 7.

Oettinger has been equally as impressive this season and the main reason for Dallas’ winning record. His wins (2nd) and GAA (7th) each rank higher than Thompson; however, he has lost 3 of his last 5 starts.

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Capitals at Stars picks and predictions

Prediction

Capitals 3, Stars 2

Moneyline

BET CAPITALS (+130).

This is good value considering Washington is 21-6-2 this season and 8-1-1 in its last 10 games. It has won a franchise-record 10 straight road games, while Dallas is just 5-5 in its last 10 overall, including 2-3 in its last 5.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

There is minimal value on Washington’s puck line. However, if you are not as confident in the Capitals’ chances of winning and don’t mind a lower payout, Capitals +1.5 (-190) is worth a look.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 6 (-110).

This game features 2 of the top goalies in the NHL, and the O/U for each team reflects that. The Capitals are 3-5-2 O/U in their last 10 games, while the Stars are 4-6 O/U.

Washington has allowed 2 or fewer goals in 5 straight games, while Dallas has scored 2 or fewer in 5 of its last 6.

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Vegas Golden Knights at Minnesota Wild odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Vegas Golden Knights at Minnesota Wild odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Vegas Golden Knights (19-8-3) visit the Minnesota Wild (20-6-4) Sunday with puck drop from Xcel Energy Center set for 6 p.m. ET (NHL Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Golden Knights vs. Wild odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Vegas won 2-1 last season

The Golden Knights’ 4-game win streak ended Saturday with a 6-3 loss to the Edmonton Oilers as +132 road underdogs. The Over 6 goals cashed as Vegas outshot Edmonton 41-34, but couldn’t capitalize on their chances. Right wing Victor Olofsson stayed hot, scoring in his second straight game.

The Wild earned a 4-1 victory over the Philadephia Flyers on Saturday, covering as -150 home favorites while the Under 6 goals cashed. Left wing Kirill Kaprizov led the way with 2 goals, pushing his season total to 20. Kaprizov continues to shine, hitting the 20-goal mark for the fifth straight season, a testament to his consistency.

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Golden Knights at Wild odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated at 12:01 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Golden Knights +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Wild -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Golden Knights +1.5 (-250) | Wild -1.5 (+200)
Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Golden Knights at Wild projected goalies

Ilya Samsonov (6-3-1, 3.16 GAA, .896 SV%) vs. Filip Gustavsson (14-5-3, 2.24 GAA, .922 SV%, 2 SO)

Samsonov hasn’t started since Dec. 4, when he stopped 19 of 20 shots in a 4-1 win over the Anaheim Ducks. His last outing against the Wild came on Feb. 24, 2023, with the Toronto Maple Leafs, where he wont 2-1 stopping 24 of 25 shots.

Gustavsson suffered his first loss this month on Thursday, giving up 5 goals on 26 shots in a 7-1 loss against the Edmonton Oilers. Before that, he had allowed just 6 total goals in his 3 prior December starts. His last outing against Vegas was a tough overtime loss on March 30, when he allowed just 1 goal on 30 shots.

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Golden Knights at Wild picks and predictions

Prediction

Golden Knights 2, Wild 1

Moneyline

BET GOLDEN KNIGHTS (+105).

I like the Golden Knights in this matchup, though the back-to-back road games are a slight concern. Vegas is one of the league’s top scoring teams, with over 100 goals this season, and they’ve been solid defensively, allowing 2 or fewer goals in 4 of their last 5 games. Meanwhile, the Wild have struggled in net, giving up 15 goals across their last 3 games and losing twice. The Knights have won 3 of their last 4 games as underdogs, and I’ll gladly take them at plus odds to secure the victory on Sunday.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

Focus on the moneyline with those plus odds.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 6 (-115).

The Under has hit in 5 of the last 6 Vegas games and 7 of the Wild’s last 8 home games. Despite some recent struggles, Minnesota remains a top defensive team, allowing just 75 goals this season, tied for third-fewest in the NHL. Gustavsson’s 2.24 GAA ranks 4th in the league. This matchup looks like a grind-it-out battle where scoring opportunities will be limited, making goals tough to come by.

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Buffalo Sabres at Toronto Maple Leafs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Buffalo Sabres at Toronto Maple Leafs odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Buffalo Sabres (11-15-4) meet the Toronto Maple Leafs (18-10-2) Sunday at Scotiabank Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 5 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Sabres vs. Maple Leafs odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; tied 2-2 in 2023-24

The Sabres were doubled up 4-2 in Washington Saturday, slipping to 0-6-3 in the past 9 games. The total pushed, and the Under is now 6-4-2 in the past 12 outings.

Buffalo is 1-4-0 in the past 5 games when playing on no rest, while the Under is 3-1-1.

The Maple Leafs also played Saturday, and they were also doubled up 4-2 in Detroit in an Original Six battle behind Joseph Woll. The Leafs are just 2-3-0 in the previous 5 outings, while the Under is 5-1-1 in the past 7 contests.

In the second end of a back-to-back, the Leafs are 3-2-1 with the Over-Under splitting 3-3.

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Sabres at Maple Leafs odds

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Moneyline (ML): Sabres +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Maple Leafs -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Sabres +1.5 (-150) | Maple Leafs -1.5 (+125)
Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Sabres at Maple Leafs projected goalies

James Reimer (1-3-1, 3.58 GAA, .879 SV) vs. Dennis Hildeby (1-1-0, 4.03 GAA, .869 SV%)

Reimer is expected to face his former team in the second end of this back-to-back. He allowed 5 goals on 31 shots in a 6-5 shootout loss Monday against the Detroit Red Wings his last time out in his third start since coming over from the Ducks. He allowed 4 total goals on 52 shots in his first 2 starts.

Hildeby is likely to get the starting nod with Anthony Stolarz battling a lower-body injury and Joseph Woll having started in Detroit Saturday. Hildeby was tagged for 6 goals on 38 shots in his most recent appearance Oct. 22 in Columbus.

Sabres at Maple Leafs picks and predictions

Prediction

Maple Leafs 4, Sabres 3

Moneyline

The Maple Leafs (-200) will cost you 2 times your potential return, and that’s a little too expensive for the second end of a back-to-back with the third-string goaltender in between the pipes.

However, the Sabres (+165) also cannot be trusted, as Buffalo has managed a dismal 0-6-3 in the past 9 outings.

PASS.

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Puck line/Against the spread

While the SABRES +1.5 (-150) are 0-6-3 in the past 9 games, Buffalo has lost 6 of those games by a single goal. It has been right there, but just can’t get over the hump.

The Maple Leafs -1.5 (+125) is too risky, as there is plenty of concern with Hildeby in between the pipes. The Toronto offense will need to kick it up a notch, and that won’t be easy against the veteran Reimer.

Over/Under

OVER 6 (-110) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at most.

With Reimer is in the crease coming off a stinker, he is a good play. And Hildeby was hammered last time he appeared in the NHL, losing at Columbus. We should see plenty of fire-wagon hockey in T-Dot.

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Florida Panthers at Calgary Flames odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Florida Panthers at Calgary Flames odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Florida Panthers (18-10-2) visit the Calgary Flames (14-11-5) Saturday with puck drop from Scotiabank Saddledome set for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Panthers vs. Flames odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Tied 1-1 last season

The Panthers had a 3-game win streak snapped in a 4-0 shutout loss at the Vancouver Canucks Thursday. Florida was a -175 road favorite, and the Under (5.5) easily hit. Despite outshooting the Canucks 27-19, the Panthers couldn’t solve G Kevin Lankinen, who was a brick wall in net.

The Flames lost 8-3 as +138 home underdogs to the Tampa Bay Lightning Thursday, marking their 3rd defeat in the last 4 games. The Over (6) cashed, and C Jonathan Huberdeau scored once and assisted on another in the loss. The game was competitive after 2 periods with Tampa Bay leading 4-3, but 4 unanswered Lightning goals in the final frame put the game out of reach.

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Panthers at Flames odds

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Moneyline (ML): Panthers -200 (bet $200 to win $100) | Flames +165 (bet $100 to win $165)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Panthers -1.5 (+130) | Flames +1.5 (-155)
Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Panthers at Flames projected goalies

Spencer Knight (5-4-1, 2.84 GAA, .890 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Dustin Wolf (8-5-1, 2.84 GAA, .909 SV%, 1 SO)

Knight will give starter Sergei Bobrovsky a break by manning the net Saturday. Knight last started Dec. 5 in a 7-5 win at the Philadelphia Flyers when he turned back 29 of 34 shots. Unfortunately, he allowed 5 goals in the start before that too, a 5-4 OT loss at the Pittsburgh Penguins Dec. 3. However, he shut out the Carolina Hurricanes 6-0 in a 20-save road performance Nov. 30. He’s 0-1-1 with a 4.34 GAA and an .867 SV% in 2 career outings vs. the Flames, last facing them in the 2022-23 season.

Wolf took the loss in his last start, allowing 6 goals on 28 shots to the Dallas Stars in a 6-2 defeat in Texas. He has lost 3 straight starts, giving up 14 goals with a 4.80 GAA and .845 SV%. This will be the first time he faces the Panthers in his 3-year NHL career.

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Panthers at Flames picks and predictions

Prediction

Calgary 3, Florida 2

Moneyline

BET FLAMES (+165).

The Flames may be struggling recently, but returning home could help turn things around. Calgary boasts an impressive 10-4-1 home record, allowing just 2.6 goals per game at Scotiabank Saddledome. Wolf has been outstanding at home, posting a 7-1 record with a 1.85 GAA and .942 SV%.

The Panthers are in the midst of a 5-game road trip, after starting in Seattle and moving through Canada. Calgary, on the other hand, just finished a grueling stretch of 6 road games in 8 outings. With the comfort of their own beds, the Flames should get a much-needed win Saturday night.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

Focus on the moneyline with those plus odds.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 5.5 (+100).

The Panthers have gone Under in 3 straight games, scoring just 1 goal in their last 2 road contests — they won a 2-1 shootout at Seattle Tuesday.

Wolf’s last 6 home starts have all gone Under, and he hasn’t allowed more than 2 goals in any home start since November.

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LA Kings at New York Rangers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s LA Kings at New York Rangers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The LA Kings (17-9-3) meet the New York Rangers (15-12-1) Saturday at Madison Square Garden. Puck drop is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Kings vs. Rangers odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; tied 1-1 in 2023-24

The Kings suffered a 3-1 loss against the New Jersey Devils Thursday in the second stop of a 7-game road trip after a 3-1 win over the New York Islanders in the trip opener. The loss to the Devils snapped a 6-game win streak, while the Under has hit in 4 in a row. The total has gone low at a 10-2-1 clip in the past 13 outings.

For the Rangers, they topped the Buffalo Sabres 3-2 Wednesday as moderate favorites (-140) as the Under (6) held on. It halted a 3-game losing streak, while the Under is now 5-2 across the past 7 contests.

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Kings at Rangers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated at 11:02 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Kings -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Rangers -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Kings +1.5 (-275) | Rangers -1.5 (+220)
Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Kings at Rangers projected goalies

Darcy Kuemper (6-2-3, 2.37 GAA, .910 SV, 1 SO) vs. Igor Shesterkin (10-10-1, 2.90 GAA, .911 SV%, 1 SO)

Kuemper has picked up back-to-back wins since returning from injury Dec. 7. He has allowed a single goal in each of his past 2 outings, stopping 41 of 43 shots. He was sidelined due to an undisclosed injury suffered Nov. 13 in Colorado.

Shesterkin has allowed exactly 2 goals in each of his past 3 outings, winning 2 of those outings. Offensive support has been hard to come by lately. He is 2-2-0 with a 2.77 GAA and .903 SV% in 4 December starts, allowing 2 or fewer goals in 3 of his 4 outings.

Kings at Rangers picks and predictions

Prediction

Rangers 3, Kings 2

Moneyline

The RANGERS (-110) are worth playing at home, even though New York hasn’t been playing its best lately. The home side has won 7 of the past 8 meetings in this series dating back to Dec. 10, 2019.

New York has struggled lately, winning just once in the past 4 home games, so there is plenty of risk here.

The Kings (-110) lost last time out, and they’ve had trouble scoring goals lately with 2.7 GPG in the past 10 outings.

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Puck line/Against the spread

The Kings +1.5 (-275) will cost you close to 3 times your potential return if you’d like a little bit of insurance and just can’t play LA straight up.

On the flip side, the Rangers -1.5 (+220) can’t be trusted with the way they’ve been playing lately, as they have just 4 wins in the past 12 games, with 3 of those victories by just a single goal.

AVOID.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (-105) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at most.

The Under has cashed in the past 2 games for the Rangers, averaging 2.0 GPG while allowing 2.0 GPG.

For the Kings, the Under has cashed in 4 in a row, while going 10-2-1 in the past 13 outings.

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