NHL money line against the spread ATS Over Under total – Page 5

Colorado Avalanche at Buffalo Sabres odds, picks and predictions

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

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4141″ ]

The Colorado Avalanche (13-12-0) take on the Buffalo Sabres (11-11-2) Tuesday evening. Puck drop from KeyBank Center is set for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Avalanche vs. Sabres odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; tied 1-1 last year

The Avs have dropped 3 of 4 after a 4-1 loss to the Edmonton Oilers Saturday as -124 favorites. C Nathan MacKinnon‘s goal-scoring drought has reached 10 games. He has 7, 5 and 10 shots on goal the last 3 games – so he’s trying.

The Sabres have lost 3 straight games and were shut out in 2 of them, including a 3-0 loss to the New York Islanders Saturday. RW Tage Thompson has not scored in the 3 games, coincidentally, which followed a 4-game goal streak.

The Avs are 8-2-0 in the last 10 meetings, but the Sabres have won 2 of the last 3, in each team’s building.

Stream the NHL all season on ESPN+, with your team’s out-of-market games, exclusive games, originals and more. Get ESPN+ now!

Avalanche at Sabres 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 3:13 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Avalanche -160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Sabres +135 (bet $100 to win $135)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Avalanche -1.5 (+150) | Sabres +1.5 (-185)
Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4132″ ]

Avalanche at Sabres projected goalies

Alexandar Georgiev (7-7-0, 3.31 GAA, .875 SV%) vs. Ukko-Pekka Luukonen (8-5-2, 2.54 GAA, .909 SV%, 1 SO)

Let’s give Georgiev credit. He played a back-to-back Friday-Saturday against 2 Stanley Cup contenders in the Dallas Stars and Edmonton Oilers. He wasn’t great, but he wasn’t terrible, either. He stopped 19 of 23 against Dallas and 28 of 31 against Edmonton. They lost both of those games. Buffalo beat him in his only start against them last season as he stopped 25 of 28.

Luukkonen dropped a 4-3 heartbreaker in overtime Friday to the Vancouver Canucks. He stopped 18 of 22 in the game. He actually had a really good November with a 5-2-1 mark, a 1.94 GAA and a .926 SV%. He’s not a household name, but he’s a sneaky good goalie at 25. He was 1-1-0 with a 2.50 GAA and .904 SV% against Colorado last season.

Avalanche at Sabres picks and predictions

Prediction

Avalanche 4, Sabres 2

Moneyline

The Sabres are 6-6-1 at home, and the Avs are 6-5-0 on the road. I really, really could see Buffalo winning this game. Colorado just doesn’t have a good vibe right now, and they feel like they know they need help and are waiting for the front office to make a trade.

It’s telling that Buffalo is only at +135 here because the Avs would normally be around a -180 favorite. If Buffalo were at +150, I’d probably take a shot there, but not at this price. This books have this one cornered. I’d rather go with NATHAN MACKINNON OVER 4.5 SHOTS (+125). BetMGM has given most users a 20% NHL boost, which would take this to +150. MacKinnon was routinely at this number last season, and he has hit it in 5 straight games. So you’re basically getting 1 1/2 times your profit for something that was commonplace last year.

Puck line/Against the spread

I like Buffalo here, but I don’t want to pay the -185. Give me UKKO-PEKKA LUUKKONEN OVER 26.5 SAVES (-110) instead. Line his numbers up with Igor Shesterkin, and UPL is just as good with a worse team dating back to the beginning of last season.

Over/Under

I don’t like this total. Honestly, at first glance of all 3 lines in writing this, I felt like the book gave us snake eyes. We have had 6, 4 and 6 goals in the last 3 meetings, dating back to the 2022 calendar year. I don’t want to look at much beyond that because these teams are too different since then.

Take the ALTERNATE OVER 5.5 (-160), and if you still have that 20% boost, drop it here to bring it to -134.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”6305″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Ryan Dodson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1369]

Chicago Blackhawks at Toronto Maple Leafs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Chicago Blackhawks at Toronto Maple Leafs odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4141″ ]

The Chicago Blackhawks (8-14-2) take on the Toronto Maple Leafs (14-7-2) Monday evening. Puck drop from Scotiabank Arena is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Blackhawks vs. Maple Leafs odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Blackhawks won 2-0 last year

The Hawks fell 6-3 to the Columbus Blue Jackets Sunday in what was their sixth loss in 8 games. C Connor Bedard scored his fifth goal of the season. He has 5 goals and 14 assists for 19 points in 24 games. The Hawks are 4-8-2 on the road thus far.

The Leafs got back in the win column Saturday with a 5-3 win in Tampa. RW William Nylander scored his 15th goal of the season. He is tied for fifth in the NHL in goals thus far. The best news from that game was the return of C Auston Matthews (upper body), who missed nearly a month due to injury. He had 2 assists in the game.

Stream the NHL all season on ESPN+, with your team’s out-of-market games, exclusive games, originals and more. Get ESPN+ now!

Blackhawks at Maple Leafs 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 12:59 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Blackhawks +310 (bet $100 to win $310) | Maple Leafs -400 (bet $400 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Blackhawks +2.5 (-150) | Maple Leafs -2.5 (+125)
Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -105 | U: -115)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4132″ ]

Blackhawks at Maple Leafs projected goalies

Arvid Soderblom (1-4-1, 2.36 GAA, .926 SV%) vs. Anthony Stolarz (7-6-0, 3.33 GAA, .872 SV%, 1 SO)

The 25-year-old Swede has lost 3 straight starts, but he has performed well in them. He stopped 21 of 24 against Anaheim last time out, and he stopped 29 of 31 and 37 of 39 against Vancouver and Dallas. Soderblom has yet to allow more than 3 goals in his 6 starts. He was between the pipes in a 4-3 OT win against Toronto last year, stopping 34 of 37.

Stolarz took the 5-1 loss to Florida Wednesday, allowing 4 goals on 23 shots. He was solid overall in November, going 3-2-1 with a 2.18 GAA and .927 SV%. Stolarz suffered a 5-2 loss to the Hawks last year, stopping 20 of 24.

Blackhawks at Maple Leafs picks and predictions

Prediction

Maple Leafs 3, Blackhawks 2

Moneyline

There is no bet with the inflated ML here. Instead, let’s take CONNOR BEDARD OVER 2.5 SHOTS (-125). He had 5 and 4 SOG the last 2 games. He had 6 and 4 against Toronto last season.

Puck line/Against the spread

There’s no play here, either, because the Blackhawks losing by 2 or fewer goals at a chalky -150 is just not how I want to spend my Monday evening.

PASS and look to the total.

Over/Under

The Blackhawks are 2-8 O/U in their last 10, and the Leafs are 4-6. They have scored 3+ goals in 8 of 10 games, and the only ones they didn’t . . . they lost.

I don’t see the Leafs dropping a 5-spot on Soderblom, and I can’t see the Hawks scoring more than 2.

Take the UNDER 6 (-115).

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”6305″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Ryan Dodson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1369]

New Jersey Devils at New York Rangers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s New Jersey Devils at New York Rangers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4141″ ]

The New Jersey Devils (16-9-2) will travel across the Hudson River to face the New York Rangers (13-9-1) Monday. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Devils vs. Rangers odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

This first meeting of the 2024-25 season between these Metropolitan Division rivals comes at a tumultuous time for the Rangers, who halted a 5-game losing streak with a 4-3 win over the Montreal Canadiens Saturday.

On the flip side, the visitors are surging in second place in the Metro, despite falling short 6-5 to the first-place Washington Capitals Saturday. The Devils’ elite power play (1st in NHL, 33.7%) gives them a major advantage coming into this crosstown clash.

Stream the NHL all season on ESPN+, with your team’s out-of-market games, exclusive games, originals and more. Get ESPN+ now!

Devils 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 12:01 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Devils -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Rangers +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Devils -1.5 (+200) | Rangers +1.5 (-250)
Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4132″ ]

Devils at Rangers projected goalies

Jacob Markstrom (11-6-1, 2.62 GAA, .902 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Igor Shesterkin (8-8-1, 2.93 GAA, .913 SV%, 1 SO)

Both starting goalies have been confirmed as of publication.

Shesterkin’s potentially historically important contract year has not done much for his case to receive the most lucrative goaltending contract in history. The Russian has seen at least 31 shot attempts across his past 4 starts, all losses (13 goals allowed, .917 SV%).

Markstrom has struggled in his past 5 games (.881 SV%) but has won 3 of them, in part by being helped by a defense that has allowed no more than 28 shots in a game over that window.

Oddly enough, they’ve both at times been outplayed by their backups, with the Devils’ Jake Allen (5-3-1, 2.70 GAA, .907 SV%) and the Rangers’ Jonathan Quick (5-1-0, 2.03, .936) stealing the spotlight often from the No. 1 names.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

Devils at Rangers picks and predictions

Prediction

Devils 4, Rangers 2

Moneyline

Given that this is a road trip, the Devils’ ML price is lucrative enough to wager. New Jersey’s brand of hockey has looked crisper than the home club’s, especially while holding the NHL’s best power-play attack.

Even though the Rangers hold the league’s 2nd-best penalty-kill unit (87.7%), I side with a red-hot power play from the visitors to be the difference.

BET DEVILS (-130).

Puck line/Against the spread

While both teams sit below .500 ATS (Devils 13-14, Rangers 9-14), the sharp bet would lean heavily on the aggressive Devils’ side due to their superior defense.

The Devils rank 3rd with a 9.64 Expected Goal Differential (EGD), according to Moneypuck, and hold upside with a -6.04 Goals Above Expected, the 8th-unluckiest rate. Expect that fortune to swing in their favor; the Rangers rank 20th in EGD (-2.26).

BET DEVILS -1.5 (+200).

Over/Under

The Rangers have scored 4+ goals just twice in their past 10 games. Given that the Devils’ pressure should work well against this struggling New York offense, it’s difficult to trust the Devils to carry the load to top 6.5 goals on their own.

The listed prediction says the total will fall just short. Stick with that guidance.

BET UNDER 6.5 GOALS (-110).

[gambcom-standard rankid=”6305″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @TeamHeaney on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1369]

Dallas Stars at Utah Hockey Club odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Dallas Stars at Utah Hockey Club odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4141″ ]

The Dallas Stars (15-8-0) visit the Utah Hockey Club (10-10-4) Monday. Puck drop from the Delta Center is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Stars vs. Utah Hockey Club odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting

Dallas has won back-to-back games after taking down the visiting Winnipeg Jets 3-1 Sunday as a -148 favorite. D Thomas Harley had 2 assists in the win.

Utah dismantled the Vegas Golden Knights 6-0 Saturday as a +134 road underdog. C Nick Schmaltz scored twice for Utah, which has won 2 of its last 3 games.

Stream the NHL all season on ESPN+, with your team’s out-of-market games, exclusive games, originals and more. Get ESPN+ now!

Stars at Utah Hockey Club 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 10:45 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Stars -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Utah Hockey Club +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Stars -1.5 (+170) | Utah Hockey Club +1.5 (-210)
Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4132″ ]

Stars at Utah Hockey Club projected goalies

Jake Oettinger (13-4-0, 2.38 GAA, .915 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Connor Ingram (6-4-3, 3.61 GAA, .871 SV%)

Oettinger has been a large part of Dallas’ success this season. His 13 wins rank 2nd, his GAA is 7th, and his SV% is tied for 9th-best. He has won 7 of his last 8 games while allowing 2 of fewer goals in 6 of his last 8.

Ingram has faced struggles this season but has kept Utah afloat. His 6 wins are tied for 23rd-best while his GAA and SV% are below 50th in the NHL. He has dropped 6 of his last 8 games, allowing 3 or more goals in each loss.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

Stars at Utah Hockey Club picks and predictions

Prediction

Stars 3, Utah Hockey Club 2

Moneyline

BET STARS (-145).

Dallas has the advantage in net and has been on a hot streak recently. It has won 7 of its last 10 games, including 3 of its last 5 on the road. Its offense has scored 4 or more goals in 6 of its last 10 games, while Utah has scored 3 or fewer in 7 of its last 10.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

The moneyline has the best value on the Stars.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 6.5 (-115).

Dallas has allowed 3 or fewer goals in back-to-back games and 7 of its last 10.

Utah has allowed 3 or fewer goals in 5 of its last 6 games, including a shutout Sunday night. It has failed to hit the Over in 7 of its last 10 games, including 3 of its last 4.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”6305″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @seth_orlemann on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1369]

Montreal Canadiens at Boston Bruins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Montreal Canadiens at Boston Bruins odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4141″ ]

The Montreal Canadiens (8-12-3) meet the Boston Bruins (11-11-3) Sunday at TD Garden. Puck drop is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Canadiens vs. Bruins odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: Bruins lead 1-0 after 6-4 victory in Boston Oct. 10 as the B’s cashed as heavy -292 favorites while the Over (6) came through.

The Canadiens suffered a 4-3 loss to the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden Saturday as the Over (6.5) cashed. Montreal is 2-1-0 this season when playing on no rest, while going Over in all 3 of those outings. Last season, Montreal was 1-11-1 with a minus-30 goal differential in the second end of a back-to-back.

The Bruins were on the short end of a 2-1 home loss Friday against the Pittsburgh Penguins, while the Under (5.5) cashed.

The Under is 5-1-1 in Boston’s past 7 games, while it is 10-3-1 in the past 14 games for Montreal.

Stream the NHL all season on ESPN+, with your team’s out-of-market games, exclusive games, originals and more. Get ESPN+ now!

Canadiens at Bruins 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 7:07 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Canadiens +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Bruins -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Canadiens +1.5 (-135) | Bruins -1.5 (+110)
Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4132″ ]

Canadiens at Bruins projected goalies

Cayden Primeau (2-2-1, 4.37 GAA, .846 SV%) vs. Jeremy Swayman (6-9-2, 3.09 GAA, .892 SV, 1 SO)

Primeau allowed 3 goals on 24 shots in a 4-3 OT win at Columbus Wednesday, his first victory since Oct. 27 in Philadelphia. He faced the Bruins back on Oct. 10, allowing 6 goals on 29 shots in a 6-4 road loss.

Swayman has dropped the past 2 games, although he allowed just 3 goals on 50 shots. The offense has provided him with a total of just 6 goals of support in the past 5 starts. He has a solid 2.69 GAA and .900 SV% mark in 9 starts in November despite a subpar 3-5-1 record.

Canadiens at Bruins picks and predictions

Prediction

Bruins 3, Canadiens 1

Moneyline

The Bruins (-225) will cost more than 2 times the potential return. That’s too much risk for not enough reward.

Boston has had trouble lighting the lamp lately, but it is a strong play against the Canadiens (+180) and their backup goaltender while the team plays on no rest.

PASS and focus on the spread and total.

Puck line/Against the spread

The BRUINS -1.5 (+110) are worth playing lightly laying the goal and a half at home.

Boston has had trouble scoring, but it should find the back of the net frequently against Primeau, who struggled in the first meeting.

Over/Under

The UNDER 5.5 (+100) is worth a look at even-money.

Again, Boston’s offense has been struggling, and it is nothing new. It’s what cost Jim Montgomery his coaching job. The B’s are last in the NHL with just 3.2 goals per game, while the power play is at just a 12.0% clip, second to last in the league.

The Under has a slight 7-5 edge for the Habs in the past 12 games.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”6305″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Kevin J. Erickson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1369]

Winnipeg Jets at Dallas Stars odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Winnipeg Jets at Dallas Stars odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4141″ ]

The Winnipeg Jets (18-6-0) meet the Dallas Stars (14-8-0) Sunday at American Airlines Center. Puck drop is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Jets vs. Stars odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: Jets lead 1-0 after 4-1 win in Winnipeg on Nov. 9, as the Under cashed for the fifth consecutive time in this series

The Jets are skidding after a 15-1-0 start. Since Nov. 14, Winnipeg is just 3-5-0 in the past 8 outings, while the Under is 6-2 in the span. The Jets have allowed 3 or more goals in 7 of the past 9 outings since Nov. 12, too.

The Stars roughed up the Colorado Avalanche 5-3 on Friday as the Over (6.5) cashed. The total has ended up going high in 3 in a row, while going 4-0-1 across the past 5 outings.

Stream the NHL all season on ESPN+, with your team’s out-of-market games, exclusive games, originals and more. Get ESPN+ now!

Jets 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 6:44 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Jets +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Stars -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Jets +1.5 (-210) | Stars -1.5 (+170)
Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -110 | U: -110)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4132″ ]

Jets at Stars projected goalies

Connor Hellebuyck (15-3-0, 2.11 GAA, .928 SV%, 3 SO) vs. Jake Oettinger (12-4-0, 2.46 GAA, .912 SV, 1 SO)

Hellebuyck allowed 3 goals on 32 shots in a 4-1 road setback in Los Angeles against the Kings. He has allowed 3 or fewer goals in each of the past 4 starts, winning 3 of those outings. He is 8-2-0 with a 2.10 GAA and .931 SV% with 2 SO, which is right in line with his season numbers.

Oettinger conceded just 3 goals on 32 shots last time out in a 5-3 win over the Colorado Avalanche on Friday. He wrapped up November with an impressive 7-3-0 with a 2.86 GAA and .894 SV% in 10 starts.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

Jets at Stars picks and predictions

Prediction

Winnipeg 3, Dallas 2

Moneyline

The JETS (+120) are worth a look at plus-money on the road against the Stars (-140) in this key Western Conference game.

The Stars hold a 6-4 edge in the past 10 meetings, but Dallas lost its most recent game at home on April 11 in the final battle last season. Winnipeg has won 2 of the past 3 trips to the Metroplex, too.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Jets +1.5 (-210) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk for not nearly enough reward.

If you like Winnipeg, just play it straight up on the moneyline.

AVOID.

Over/Under

The UNDER 6 (-110) is worth playing lightly, as we have 2 strong goaltenders going up against each other.

The Under has cashed in 5 straight meetings in this series, too, while 7-2-1 in the previous 10 in the series since Feb. 23, 2022.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”6305″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Kevin J. Erickson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1369]

Edmonton Oilers at Colorado Avalanche odds, picks and predictions

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

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4141″ ]

The Edmonton Oilers (12-9-2) take on the Colorado Avalanche (13-11-0) Saturday evening. Puck drop from Ball Arena is set for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Oilers vs. Avalanche odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Avalanche won 2-1 last year

The Oilers outlasted Utah in a 4-3 overtime road win Friday. C Leon Draisaitl moved within 1 of the NHL lead with his 17th goal. C Connor McDavid netted his 12th. It was an even game, but Edmonton went 2-for-3 on its lethal power play. Over the last 9 games, McDavid has points in 8 of them and 9 goals during the stretch. Clearly, he’s past the leg injury, which is bad news for the rest of the league. The Oilers have won 3 of 4.

The Avs fell 5-3 at Dallas Friday night. We nailed 3 of 4 bets in that one with C Nathan MacKinnon unable to end his now 9-game goalless drought. More on that later. He had 5 shots on goal, which makes 15 in his last 2 games. The Avs got down 4-1 before storming back to make it 4-3 midway through the third period. RW Mikko Rantanen scored his 15th goal of the season as he’s looking to get paid as a potential UFA.

Stream the NHL all season on ESPN+, with your team’s out-of-market games, exclusive games, originals and more. Get ESPN+ now!

Oilers at Avalanche 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 1:10 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Oilers +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Avalanche -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Oilers +1.5 (-225) | Avalanche -1.5 (+185)
Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4132″ ]

Oilers at Avalanche projected goalies

Stuart Skinner (7-6-2, 3.24 GAA, .882 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Alexandar Georgiev (7-6-0, 3.33 GAA, .872 SV%)

Skinner has chilled since a 6-2 victory over the New York Rangers last Saturday. He stopped 32 of 34 in an impressive victory. He has not been very reliable of late, allowing 3+ goals in 5 of 7 starts. He went 1-1-1 with a 3.74 GAA and .888 SV% against the Avs last year.

Justus Annunen was expected to get the start here, but the Avs traded him to Nashville for veteran backup Scott Wedgewood Saturday morning. Kevin Mandolese was sent back down to the AHL, which means the Avs are likely going to have to run Georgiev out there on a back-to-back. He stopped 19 of 23 he saw against Dallas Friday night, and this would be his fifth appearance in 7 days. After an indigestion-filled start, he has gone 6-2-0 with a 2.58 GAA and .901 SV% this month. Georgiev went 1-1-0 with a 3.84 GAA and .901 SV% against Edmonton last year.

Oilers at Avalanche picks and predictions

Prediction

Oilers 4, Avalanche 3

Moneyline

I liked Edmonton before learning of the goalie musical chairs for Colorado. These teams have traded wins over the last 5 meetings, and Colorado had the last laugh. Both teams’ tendy situation sucks, but Edmonton’s is rested. Colorado is either going to send Georgiev back out or have Wedgewood go in fresh off a flight from Nashville.

Take the OILERS +110.

Puck line/Against the spread

I’m going back to the well with NATHAN MACKINNON OVER 3.5 SHOTS (-150) and NATHAN MACKINNON ANYTIME GOALSCORER (+135). He and McDavid are cool off the ice but have a bit of a friendly rivalry. I look for him to pound off shots, and hopefully one finally finds the back of the net.

Over/Under

These teams don’t hit Overs a lot against each other, but with both teams playing consecutive days with some oddities in goal, I see it cashing here. Edmonton has 3+ goals in 4 straight. The Avs have seen the Over go to the bank in 3 of 4.

LEAN OVER 6.5 (-115).

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”6305″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Ryan Dodson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1369]

Washington Capitals at New Jersey Devils odds, picks and predictions

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

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4141″ ]

The Washington Capitals (16-6-1) visit the New Jersey Devils (16-8-2) Saturday with puck drop from Prudential Center set for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Capitals vs. Devils odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: Devils lead 2-1

The Capitals extended their winning streak to 3 with a 5-4 overtime victory over the New York Islanders Friday. They won as a -144 home favorite, and the Over 6 goals hit. D Jakob Chychrun netted the game-winner, adding an assist and blocking a shot. RW Tom Wilson contributed with 2 goals and 7 hits in the win.

The Devils secured their 4th win in the last 5 games, defeating the Red Wings 5-4 Friday. They came out on top as a -188 favorite, with the Over 6 goals cashing. C Jack Hughes scored the game-winner in the 3rd period and added his 18th assist of the season. RW Timo Meier contributed significantly, netting a goal, registering an assist, firing 5 shots on goal and delivering 7 hits in the win. He was fired up coming off a 1-game suspension and 5-game pointless streak.

Stream the NHL all season on ESPN+, with your team’s out-of-market games, exclusive games, originals and more. Get ESPN+ now!

Capitals at Devils 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 10 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Capitals +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Devils -165 (bet $165 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Capitals +1.5 (-175) | Devils -1.5 (+145)
Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -120 | U: +100)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4132″ ]

Capitals at Devils projected goalies

Charlie Lindgren (6-5-0, 2.76 GAA, .900 SV%) vs. Jake Allen (5-2-1, 2.26 GAA, .921 SV%, 2 SO)

Lindgren earned a win in his most recent start, defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning Wednesday. He’s 3-1 in his last four outings, with a 2.77 GAA and a .906 SV%. Over his career, Lindgren holds a 4-4-0 record in 8 games against the Devils, posting a 3.64 GAA and a .887 SV%.

Allen has been outstanding in November, going 3-1 with a 1.27 GAA and a .964 SV% over 4 starts. In his career against the Capitals, he holds a 5-5-0 record in 10 games, with a 3.52 GAA and a .888 SV%.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

Capitals at Devils picks and predictions

Prediction

Devils 4, Capitals 3

Moneyline

BET DEVILS (-165).

The Devils (-165) and their opponents have played 3 tight games, with 1 team ranking in the top 5 for scoring and the other for fewest goals allowed—classic offense vs. defense. The defensive squad has won 2 of these matchups. New Jersey leads the series 13-11 in total goals. With Allen in net, the Devils hold the advantage, especially after his 24-save performance against the Capitals last week. Expect a close, one-goal game, which is why the puck line is best avoided. The Devils have won 4 of their last 5 games, and the Caps are still without LW Alex Ovechkin.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

These 2 play tight games which is why I’ll avoid the puck line and keep my focus on the moneyline.

Over/Under

BET OVER 6 (-120).

The Over has cashed in 4 of the last 5 head-to-head matchups between these teams. Washington leads the league in scoring, averaging 4.09 goals per game with 95 total goals. The Devils rank in the top 5 for goals allowed, and they boast the top power play unit. Lindgren has struggled against New Jersey, with a 3.64 career GAA. The Over has hit in the Capitals’ last 2 games and 2 of the Devils’ last 3.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”6305″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @DrewPhelps05 on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1369]

Carolina Hurricanes at Florida Panthers odds, picks and predictions

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

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4141″ ]

The Carolina Hurricanes (16-6-1) meet the Florida Panthers (14-9-1) Saturday at Amerant Bank Arena in the second end of a home-and-home series. Puck drop is scheduled for 4 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Hurricanes vs. Panthers odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: Panthers lead 1-0 after 6-3 win Friday in the front-end of the home-and-home as moderate underdogs (+141) as the Over (6) cashed

Carolina is in a tough spot, as the top 2 goaltenders Frederik Andersen (knee) and Pyotr Kochetkov (concussion) are banged up. After Spencer Martin allowed 5 goals on 29 shots, the Canes might have to turn to their fourth-string goaltender Yaniv Perets.

The Panthers have 6 different goal scorers in their 6-3 win Friday, as Sergei Bobrovsky kicked aside 28 of the 31 shots he faced in the win. Florida has won 2 in a row after a 1-6-0 skid, and it’s the first time winning consecutive games since a 7-game win streak from Oct. 24-Nov. 9.

Stream the NHL all season on ESPN+, with your team’s out-of-market games, exclusive games, originals and more. Get ESPN+ now!

Hurricanes at Panthers 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 9:30 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Hurricanes -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Panthers -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Hurricanes +1.5 (-250) | Panthers -1.5 (+200)
Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4132″ ]

Hurricanes at Panthers projected goalies

Yaniv Perets (0-0-0, 0.00 GAA, 1.000 SV% in 2023-24) vs. Spencer Knight (3-4-0, 2.63 GAA, .902 SV%)

Perets is likely to make his season debut, and his first-ever NHL start. The French-Canadian made a single save in a relief appearance Jan. 15, 2024 against the Los Angeles Kings in 12:46 in his only previous NHL appearance last season.

Knight allowed 2 goals on 29 shots last time out against the Washington Capitals in a 4-1 loss Monday. While he has a rough 1-3-0 record in 4 November starts, he has managed a strong 2.30 GAA and .906 SV%.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

Hurricanes at Panthers picks and predictions

Prediction

Panthers 5, Hurricanes 2

Moneyline

The PANTHERS (-110) are a good bet to sweep this home-and-home set.

It’s a tough spot for the Hurricanes (-110), as they either have to start Perets for his first NHL start on the road, or keep leaning into Martin, who has never been a No. 1 goaltender in the NHL. He is starting to show signs of breaking down after allowing 12 goals in 3 games since Monday.

Puck line/Against the spread

If you’re a little more adventurous, consider PANTHERS -1.5 (+200) at plus-money instead of just playing the moneyline.

The Panthers have won back-to-back games against the Maple Leafs and Hurricanes, outscoring the opposition 11-4 to cover the puck line in both outings. In the past 10 victories since Oct. 24, Florida has won by 2 or more goals 9 times. So, if you like the Panthers to win, you should also like them to cover.

Over/Under

The OVER 6.5 (-110) is the lean in the second end of this back-to-back.

The Over cashed Friday in Raleigh, and the Over has hit in 3 of the past 4 outings, with an average of 7.8 goals per game (GPG) in the span.

For Carolina, the Over has hit in 4 straight games, and, again, Perets might be making his first NHL start. That’s a tough assignment against the defending Stanley Cup champs on the road.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”6305″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Kevin J. Erickson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1369]

Colorado Avalanche at Dallas Stars odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Colorado Avalanche at Dallas Stars odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4141″ ]

The Colorado Avalanche (13-10-0) take on the division-rival Dallas Stars (13-8-0) Friday evening. Puck drop from American Airlines Center is set for 9 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Avalanche vs. Stars odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Avalanche won 3-1 in 2023-24 regular season; Dallas won 4-2 in second round of 2024 playoffs

The Avs survived in a 2-1 shootout against the visiting Vegas Golden Knights Wednesday as -156 favorites. RW Valeri Nichushkin scored his 2nd goal of the season and has a 3-game point streak after his late start to the season due to personal issues. The Avs have won 7 of 9 to right their season.

The Stars were embarrassed 6-2 in Chicago Wednesday as -218 favorites. C Matt Duchene scored his team-high 12th goal in the loss. The Stars, who are 6-4 in their last 10 games, have allowed 6 goals in consecutive games.

Stream the NHL all season on ESPN+, with your team’s out-of-market games, exclusive games, originals and more. Get ESPN+ now!

Avalanche 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 6:59 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Avalanche +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Stars -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Avalanche +1.5 (-225) | Stars -1.5 (+180)
Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”4132″ ]

Avalanche at Stars projected goalies

Alexandar Georgiev (7-5-0, 3.26 GAA, .875 SV%) vs. Jake Oettinger (11-4-0, 2.43 GAA, .912 SV%, 1 SO)

Georgiev got off to a miserable start to the season, but he has been much better in November, dropping his GAA more than 2 goals per game. He’s 6-1-0 with a 2.38 GAA and .910 SV% in 8 November games (7 starts). He was 3-1-0 with a 3.51 GAA and .892 SV% in 4 starts against Dallas last season.

Oettinger is coming off his one of his worst performances of the season, allowing 5 goals on 33 shots at Carolina Monday. In 9 starts this month, he has allowed 2 goals or fewer in 6 of them, though. He was 1-2-0 with a 4.74 GAA and .863 GAA in 3 starts against the Avs a season ago.

Avalanche at Stars picks and predictions

Prediction

Stars 6, Avalanche 4

Moneyline

The Stars beat the Avs in 6 games in the Stanley Cup Playoffs last year, but Colorado really took it to them during the regular season. The Avs won 6-3 and 5-4 in Dallas, 5-1 at home, and Dallas won the final meeting 7-4. So Colorado scored 20 goals in the 4 games.

That said, Dallas is 8-2-0 at home and 5-6-0 on the road. Oettinger has just a 1.98 GAA at home. I like the home side.

BET STARS (-130).

Puck line/Against the spread

I’m taking NATHAN MACKINNON ANYTIME GOAL SCORER (+130). He has not scored in 8 straight games and doesn’t have a point in 2 straight. He took 10 shots on goal in the last game! So you know he’s ready to put this slump to bed. If you’d prefer to play it safe, take NATHAN MACKINNON OVER 3.5 SHOTS (-140) as the same logic correlates there.

Over/Under

These matchups were slugfests in the regular season. The Stars just allowed 6 goals twice, and the Avs are finally hitting their stride with everyone back.

TAKE OVER 6.5 (-115).

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”6305″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Ryan Dodson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1369]