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Seattle Kraken at Anaheim Ducks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Seattle Kraken at Anaheim Ducks odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Seattle Kraken and Anaheim Ducks open their seasons Wednesday at the Honda Center. Puck drop is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Kraken vs. Ducks, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Kraken finished 8th in the Pacific Division last season with a 27-49-6 record. This year’s No. 4 overall pick C Shane Wright has made Seattle’s roster to start the season and should provide Kraken fans with optimism for the future alongside top prospect C Matty Beniers.

Beniers is the favorite to win the Calder Memorial Trophy at +380.

The Ducks finished 7th in the Pacific Division last season with a 31-37-14 record. Anaheim will need a lot of production from their young players this season; including 21-year-old C Trevor Zegras who finished 2nd on the Ducks with 61 points (23 goals, 38 assists) last season and 2021’s No. 3 overall pick C Mason McTavish.

McTavish has the 2nd-best odds to win the Calder Memorial Trophy at +480.

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Kraken at Ducks odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:30 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Kraken +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Ducks -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Kraken +1.5 (-250) | Ducks -1.5 (+180)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -125 | U: +100)

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Kraken at Ducks projected goalies

Philipp Grubauer (18-31-5, 3.16 GAA, .889 SV% in 2021-2022) vs. John Gibson (18-26-11, 3.19 GAA, .904 SV% in 2021-2022)

Grubauer faced the Ducks twice last season, going 0-2-0 while allowing 8 goals on 52 shots, good for a 4.91 GAA and .846 SV%.

Gibson faced the Kraken twice last season, going 1-1-0 while allowing 8 goals on 52 shots, good for a 4.03 GAA and .846 SV%.

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Kraken at Ducks picks and predictions

Prediction

Kraken 4, Ducks 3

Moneyline

SEATTLE (+105) won the last head-to-head meeting 4-3 in Anaheim on Feb. 11, and they should win again in this spot. I project the Kraken to be a better team than Anaheim this season and they start with a win in their season opener.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

Seattle +1.5 (-250) is too expensive to bet, especially this early in the season when there are so many question marks. The ML and the total provide better opportunities that will contribute to long-term winning.

Over/Under

OVER 5.5 (-125) is worth a bet as both of these goalies struggled in the head-to-head meetings last season. The Over was 4-1 in Seattle’s final 5 road games last season and 3-0-1 in Anaheim’s final 4 games last season.

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Colorado Avalanche at Seattle Kraken odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Colorado Avalanche at Seattle Kraken odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Colorado Avalanche (55-15-6) play Goliath as they take on the expansion Seattle Kraken (25-44-6) Wednesday at Climate Pledge Arena. Puck drop is slated for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we look at the Avalanche vs. Kraken odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

The Avs’ nine-game win streak was snapped in a 3-2 loss against the Washington Capitals Monday. We hope you cashed in on that +170. The Avs started slowly and weren’t able to bounce back this time. That should stoke a fire in them for this one.

Seattle has won two straight as they knocked off the Ottawa Senators 4-2 Monday. The Kraken have surprisingly won five of their last 10 games as they are really limiting the shots on goal. Ottawa had just 14 against them Monday.

Avalanche at Kraken odds and lines

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  • Money line: Avalanche -320 (bet $320 to win $100) | Kraken +250 (bet $100 to win $250)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Avalanche -1.5 (-135) | Kraken +1.5 (+110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

Avalanche at Kraken projected goalies

Pavel Francouz (15-3-1, 2.49 GAA, .919 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Philipp Grubauer (17-29-5, 3.11 GAA, .891 SV%, 2 SO)

Darcy Kuemper could take this start, but this feels like a spot for Francouz to give him a breather as Kuemper has been struggling a bit. Francouz was in net for the 4-3 win over the Kraken in January. He’s on a six-game win streak but has allowed at least 3 goals in four of the six.

The 30-year-old German has looked good in April. He’s 2-2 with a 2.23 GAA, a .916 SV% and a shutout of the Chicago Blackhawks this month. As mentioned, the Kraken have limited shots on net. Grubauer hasn’t faced 30 shots since March 16. However, his numbers against Colorado this season are ugly as he’s allowed 7 goals on 52 shots between one start and one relief appearance.

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Avalanche at Kraken picks and predictions

Prediction

Avalanche 4, Kraken 2

Money line

No thanks to that -320. PASS.

Against the spread

This isn’t going to be very profitable, and it might entail more risk than it’s worth, but we’re going with the AVALANCHE -1.5 (-135) here. The Kraken took a 3-2 lead into the third period last time against Colorado last time they met, and the Avs scored two goals in the third to sink them. They’ll be prepared this time. Coming off a loss already and having that fishy taste in their mouths, they’ll look to keep distance between them and the Kraken.

Over/Under

The Kraken are averaging 2.7 goals per game over the last 10, which is just a tick above their 2.6 average for the season. Colorado is averaging 3.8 goals per contest this season, but there are wild swings of 9 and 7 goals to mask their inconsistency. This could easily go over if the Avs are ticked off enough, but the smart money is on the UNDER 6.5 (-108).

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Seattle Kraken at Anaheim Ducks odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Wednesday’s Seattle Kraken at Anaheim Ducks odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Seattle Kraken (10-15-3) visit the Anaheim Ducks (16-9-5) Wednesday at Honda Center. Puck drop is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Kraken vs. Ducks odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

The Kraken picked up a 3-1 win on the road against the San Jose Sharks Tuesday, and now have the quick turnaround with no rest. In the early days of the franchise, Seattle is 1-2 in the second end of a back-to-back set so far.

The Ducks roughed up Seattle 7-4 Nov. 11 in the first-ever meeting at Climate Pledge Arena. The Ducks have won three of their past four games overall, and have just one loss in regulation across the previous eight games dating back to Nov. 28.

Kraken at Ducks odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Kraken +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Ducks -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Kraken +1.5 (-205) | Ducks -1.5 (+155)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -125 | U: +100)

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Kraken at Ducks projected goalies

Philipp Grubauer (7-11-3, 3.25 GAA, .884 SV%) vs. Anthony Stolarz (5-2-1, 2.26 GAA, .930 SV%, 2 SO)

Grubauer hasn’t won in his last three starts, and he has allowed 3 or more goals in each of his past six appearances. He was also in the crease for the Nov. 11 loss against the Ducks, coughing up 5 goals on 34 shots.

Stolarz has allowed just 2 goals across his past two starts and three appearances over 142:10, and he has won five straight starts dating back to Nov. 5.

Kraken at Ducks odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Ducks 3, Kraken 1

Money line

The DUCKS (-155) are a decent play as moderate favorites as the Kraken face the quick turnaround after a solid 3-1 win in San Jose. Seattle has never won back-to-back games in a two-day span, and it’s not going to happen on this night, either.

Against the spread

The DUCKS -1.5 (+155) is worth a small-unit play at this price. The Kraken are flying high after a win Tuesday. But we’ll see a Seattle team with heavy legs facing a suffocating defense and solid goaltending.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (+100) is the play. The Kraken have averaged just 2.0 goals per game across the past four outings. The Ducks have scored 7 goals while allowing 4 in the previous four outings, hitting the Under in each contest. Look for a defensive battle in SoCal.

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Edmonton Oilers at Seattle Kraken odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Friday’s Edmonton Oilers at Seattle Kraken odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Edmonton Oilers (16-5-0) visit the Seattle Kraken (8-13-2) Friday at Climate Pledge Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Oilers vs. Kraken odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

The Oilers enter on a three-game win streak. They’ve posted 4.33 goals per game in victories over the Pittsburgh Penguins, Vegas Golden Knights and Arizona Coyotes in that span.

The Kraken fought hard in a 4-3 shootout loss at the Detroit Red Wings last time out Wednesday, and they were 2-2 on an East Coast road swing. They have won their last two home games.

Oilers at Kraken odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Oilers -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Kraken +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Oilers -1.5 (+165) | Kraken +1.5 (-220)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -107 | U: -115)

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Oilers at Kraken projected goalies

Stuart Skinner (2-3-0, 2.44 GAA, .928 SV%) vs. Philipp Grubauer (6-9-2, 3.02 GAA, .890 SV%)

Skinner lost his most recent start Nov. 23 in Dallas as he allowed four goals on 33 shots, but he has won two of his last three outings. He is still searching for his first NHL road victory.

Grubauer was on the short end of the first shootout in Kraken history when they suffered a 4-3 loss at Detroit Wednesday. He hasn’t won’t in two starts since turning aside 35 of 36 shots against Carolina Nov. 24.

Oilers at Kraken odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Oilers 5, Kraken 3

Money line

The OILERS (-145) probably would be a little more expensive if Koskinen was in between the pipes. Edmonton has still won seven straight inside the Pacific Division, and 14 of its last 20 road games.

Against the spread

The OILERS -1.5 (+165) are worth a roll of the dice at this price. Edmonton pounded Pittsburgh 5-2 last time out, and three of its last four victories have been by at least two goals. The Kraken are a feisty bunch, but six of their last seven losses have been by two or more goals.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 (-107) is worth playing, ever so slightly. The Over is 6-1 in the last seven games in Seattle, and 11-3 in the past 14 overall for the Kraken. They have generally been scoring plenty but allowing even more.

The Oilers have cashed the Over in four of the past five as a favorite, too.

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Colorado Avalanche at Seattle Kraken odds, picks and prediction

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

The Colorado Avalanche (7-5-1) visit the Seattle Kraken (4-11-1) Friday at Climate Pledge Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Avalanche vs. Kraken odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

The Avalanche ride a three-game win streak into Seattle for their first crack against the Kraken. Colorado doubled up Vancouver 4-2 Wednesday and have outscored the opposition 17-5 over the three-game span.

The Kraken were on the short end of a 4-2 loss to the Chicago Blackhawks Wednesday, and have lost five straight while being outscored 24-14. The good news is Seattle has scored at least two goals in seven straight.

Avalanche at Kraken odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Avalanche -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Kraken +122 (bet $100 to win $122)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Avalanche -1.5 (+165) | Kraken +1.5 (-220)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -130 | U: +105)

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Avalanche at Kraken projected goalies

Darcy Kuemper (7-4-0, 2.56 GAA, .916 SV%) vs. Chris Driedger (0-1-0, 3.43 GAA, .833 SV%)

Kuemper has won each start during the team’s three-game win streak and is 3-1-0 with a 2.00 GAA and .937 SV% in four November starts. He has been more giving on the road this year with 3.18 GAA on the road (compared to 2.03 GAA at home).

Driedger is confirmed to start, giving Philipp Grubauer a much-needed rest. It’s his first appearance since allowing four goals on 23 shots in a loss at the Vegas Golden Knights Nov. 9.

Avalanche at Kraken odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Avalanche 5, Kraken 2

Money line

The AVALANCHE (-150) are the play against Driedger who could be a little rusty after such a long layoff. The Kraken have been able to score but haven’t been up to snuff defensively.

Against the spread

The AVALANCHE -1.5 (+165) is a good play against the very giving Kraken. Seattle has allowed a total of 24 goals, 4.8 goals per outing, over their five-game skid and that’s bad news with a game against the high-octane Avalanche on the horizon.

Over/Under

The OVER 5.5 (-130) is the play for this one. The Over has cashed in seven straight games for the Kraken, with an average of 7.43 combined goals per game in the previous seven outings for Seattle.

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Chicago Blackhawks at Seattle Kraken odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Wednesday’s Chicago Blackhawks at Seattle Kraken odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Chicago Blackhawks (4-9-2) travel to meet the Seattle Kraken (4-10-1) Wednesday at Climate Pledge Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Blackhawks vs. Kraken odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

The Blackhawks enter on a three-game win streak, including two victories as underdogs. Last time out was a 2-1 win over the Arizona Coyotes at home Friday. Each of the three wins are one-goal games, hitting the Under in each.

The Kraken are skidding, losing four in a row. While Seattle has averaged 3.0 goals per game, and scored at least 2 goals per game, during the losing streak, it has also allowed at least 4 goals in each outing and averaged 4.0 goals per game allowed.

Blackhawks at Kraken odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Blackhawks +122 (bet $100 to win $122) | Kraken -150 (bet $150 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Blackhawks +1.5 (-220) | Kraken -1.5 (+165)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -115 | U: -107)

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Blackhawks at Kraken projected goalies

Marc-Andre Fleury (3-7-0, 3.50 GAA, .897 SV%) vs. Philipp Grubauer (4-7-1, 3.18 GAA, .880 SV%)

Fleury has found his sea legs after a rough start to his tenure in Chitown. He has backstopped back-to-back wins, including a 3-2 shootout against the Pittsburgh Penguins Tuesday against his original NHL team.

Grubauer, a Vezina Trophy finalist last season with the Colorado Avalanche, is finding expansion team life tough. He has dropped three straight games, allowing 13 goals during the span, including at least 3 goals in each loss. He enters 1-3-0 with a 3.87 GAA and .847 SV% in four November starts.

Blackhawks at Kraken odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Blackhawks 4, Kraken 3

Money line

The BLACKHAWKS (+122) are a great value on the road as they enter on a three-game win streak, lately finding ways to win. The Kraken are moderate favorites for a team struggling and playing poor defense with inconsistent goaltending.

Against the spread

The Blackhawks +1.5 (-220) have been involved in one-goal games the past three times out, all wins. Six of their last 10 games have been decided by one goal. Still, this is too expensive if you want a little insurance. If you like the Blackhawks, just play them straight up.

PASS.

Over/Under

The OVER 5.5 (-115) has been the rule for the Kraken, cashing in six straight games. It’s worth playing lightly here as the Blackhawks actually enter on a 3-0 Under run. But even Chicago’s sputtering offense should find some success in Seattle.

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Buffalo Sabres at Seattle Kraken odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Thursday’s Buffalo Sabres at Seattle Kraken odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Buffalo Sabres (5-3-1) face the Seattle Kraken (3-6-1) Thursday at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle. Puck drop is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Sabres vs. Kraken odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

After a hot start that saw them win three straight out of the gate, the Sabres are just 2-3-1 across their last six, including losses in the first two stops on the current road trip. Buffalo was tripped up 5-3 at San Jose Tuesday.

The Kraken were beaten down 5-2 at Edmonton Monday, and after a two-game win streak, Seattle has dropped two in a row while being outscored 8-3. The Kraken have posted a 1-3-1 mark against Eastern Conference teams.

Sabres at Kraken odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Sabres +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Kraken -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Sabres +1.5 (-175) | Kraken -1.5 (+135)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Sabres at Kraken projected goalies

Craig Anderson (4-2-0, 2.50 GAA, .921 SV%) vs. Philipp Grubauer (3-4-1, 2.82 GAA, .896 SV%)

Anderson allowed a season-high five goals in San Jose Tuesday, so he’ll be looking for the bounce back. He won two straight and yielded just four total goals on 73 shots in the two games prior.

Grubauer has kept the expansion Kraken competitive. He’s allowed 3 or fewer goals in each of the past four starts, and six of the past seven outings, despite his losing record.

Sabres at Kraken odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Kraken 3, Sabres 2

Money line

The KRAKEN (-190) are a little more expensive than I’m comfortable playing, but the Sabres are just not playing well on this road trip. Buffalo has won just two of its last seven against Pacific Division teams, and it’ll lose in its first-ever meeting with Seattle.

Against the spread

The SABRES +1.5 (-175) are worth a look. A Seattle victory likely won’t come via blowout and the Sabres are 5-2 in the past seven against teams with a losing record, and two of the past three have been 1-goal games.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (-110) is the lean, but only play this one lightly.

The Under is 3-2-1 in the previous six for the Sabres as they’ve averaged 2.7 goals per game during the span. The Under is 2-1 in the previous three for Seattle and is 2-1-1 in four home games for the Kraken. This won’t be a defensive slog, but it won’t be an Over, either.

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New York Rangers at Seattle Kraken odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s New York Rangers at Seattle Kraken odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New York Rangers (5-2-1) face the Seattle Kraken (3-4-1) Sunday at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle. Puck drop is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Rangers vs. Kraken odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

The Rangers rolled up a 4-0 win over the Blue Jackets Friday before heading out of town to kick off a four-game West Coast swing. RW Ryan Reaves is travelling with the team but is unlikely to take the ice against Seattle due to a lower-body injury.

The expansion Kraken have won back-to-back games in regulation for the first time in club history, including a 5-1 victory against the Montreal Canadiens Tuesday, their first Original Six opponent.

Rangers at Kraken odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Rangers -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Kraken -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Rangers -1.5 (+205) | Kraken +1.5 (-300)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -115 | U: -107)

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Rangers at Kraken projected goalies

Igor Shesterkin (4-1-1, 1.81 GAA, .944 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Philipp Grubauer (3-3-1, 2.93 GAA, .897 SV%)

Shesterkin recorded the shutout last time out against the Columbus Blue Jackets, turning aside all 31 of the shots he faced for his third career shutout in the NHL.

Grubauer has picked up victories in consecutive starts, allowing just one goal on 31 shots last time out against the Minnesota Wild Thursday, and one goal on 24 shots against the Montreal Canadiens Tuesday.

Rangers at Kraken odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Kraken 3, Rangers 2

Money line

The KRAKEN (-105) are a decent play on home ice, as they have outscored the opposition 9-2 across their last two games and are really playing solid defensive hockey. Grubauer was a tremendous addition to help steady the crease for the first-year team.

Against the spread

The Kraken +1.5 (-300) will cost you three times your potential return, and that’s just insanely expensive for a little bit of insurance. Seattle is playing good hockey right now, and you should just trust it straight up on the money line.

AVOID.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (-105) is the play in this first-ever matchup between these two sides.

The Rangers have struggled to light the lamp, going for just 2.4 goals per game, 26th in the NHL, and they’re sixth with 2.3 goals per game allowed. The Under is 6-1-1 for the Blueshirts this season.

The Under is 2-2-2 across the last six outings for the Kraken, including 1-1-1 in three dates at home so far.

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Seattle Kraken at New Jersey Devils odds, picks, and prediction

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

The Seattle Kraken (1-2-1) and New Jersey Devils (1-0-0) meet Tuesday for a 7 p.m. ET puck drop at the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. Below, we look at the Kraken vs. Devils odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

Expansion Seattle is closing out a season-opening road trip. After three competitive games coming out of the chute, the Kraken were set down 6-1 at Philadelphia Monday. Seattle has been undone by an .856 save percentage in 5-on-5 play.

The Devils are playing the second of five straight home games after defeating the Chicago Blackhawks 4-3 in overtime Friday. New Jersey rallied for the win after yielding two late goals in the third period. The Devils also won the game from an analytics standpoint, out-chance-ing Chicago and getting the lion’s share of high-danger looks, even in the sideways third period.

Kraken at Devils odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 9:11 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Kraken +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Devils -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Kraken +1.5 (-205) | Devils -1.5 (+155)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -130 | U: +105)

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Kraken at Devils projected goalies

Chris Driedger (last season: 14-6-3, 2.07 GAA, .927 SV%) vs. Jonathan Bernier (last season: 9-11-1 2.99 GAA, .914 SV%)

Driedger played the back half of Saturday’s loss at Philadelphia, making six stops on seven shots. The 27-year-old is coming off tremendous back-to-back campaigns as the Florida Panthers No. 2 netminder.

Bernier came to Jersey from the Detroit Red Wings in the offseason. The 33-year-old veteran has a history as a somewhat slow starter, but he was solid on opening night against Chicago (17-of-17 in 5-on-5).

Kraken at Devils odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Devils 3, Kraken 2

Money line

The Devils are the lean here. The Kraken could well be a fatigued group looking forward to their return home and inaugural game on Seattle ice Saturday against the Vancouver Canucks.

Consider a partial-unit play or waiting out a price under -145. But NEW JERSEY (-155) is in the right neighborhood.

Against the spread

PASS on the puck line with this one having a significant lean toward the Under and a shade toward the Devils.

Over/Under

BACK THE ALTERNATE TOTAL UNDER 6.5 (-140): there is enough of a chance of a one-sided Devils win with the visitors held under 2 goals. And there is an equal pull on the concept of Driedger keeping the Kraken in a 2-2-type game late.

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Seattle Kraken at Philadelphia Flyers odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Monday’s Seattle Kraken at Philadelphia Flyers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Seattle Kraken (1-1-1) faces the Philadelphia Flyers (0-0-1) Monday at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Kraken vs. Flyers odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

The Kraken have been competitive in the early going of their expansion season. All three games have been on the road, and they have won once in Nashville while losing in overtime at Columbus Saturday. All three games have been decided by one goal, too.

The Flyers played just one game so far, a 5-4 shootout loss against the Vancouver Canucks Friday. Philadelphia erased a 4-2 deficit late to force overtime, but they just couldn’t win it in the extra session.

Kraken at Flyers odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:45 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Kraken +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Flyers -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Kraken +1.5 (-210) | Flyers -1.5 (+160)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +110 | U: -135)

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Kraken at Flyers projected goalies

Philipp Grubauer (1-1-1, 2.99 GAA, .894 SV%) vs. Carter Hart (0-0-1, 3.78 GAA, .897 SV%)

Grubauer, the Vezina Trophy finalist last season, has been a busy beaver for the Kraken early on. He allowed four goals in the opening-game loss, but he has yielded just five goals on 55 shots across the past two outings, going 1-0-1.

Hart allowed four goals on 39 shots, and he was bested in the shootout Friday in his initial start of the season against the Canucks. However, he picked up the pace, holding Vancouver scoreless in the final 27:53.

Kraken at Flyers odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Kraken 4, Flyers 3

Money line

The KRAKEN (+120) are worth a look in this fourth game of the road trip to start the season. Head coach Dave Hakstol makes his first return to Philadelphia after getting canned by the Flyers (-145) back in 2018, and he’ll have his Seattle team playing hard in a game that’s important to him.

Against the spread

The Kraken +1.5 (-210) is just too expensive if you are looking for insurance as they’ll cost you more than two times your potential return.

AVOID, and just play Seattle straight up on the money line.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 (+110) is worth a small-unit play. The sample size is rather small, but the Over is 2-1 in Seattle’s first three games as the Kraken have averaged 3.0 goals per game while allowing 2.67 goals per game. The Flyers have just the one game, and they’re well rested after seeing a total of nine goals on the board in their initial offering.

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