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Vancouver Canucks at Utah Hockey Club odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Vancouver Canucks at Utah Hockey Club odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Vancouver Canucks (16-9-5) visit the Utah Hockey Club (14-11-5) Wednesday. Puck drop from the Delta Center is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Canucks vs. Utah odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Canucks took 2 of 3 last season when Utah was the Arizona Coyotes

The Canucks have won 2 of their past 3 contests, including a 3-1 victory as +128 home underdogs vs. the Colorado Avalanche Monday with the Under (6) cashing. LW Kiefer Sherwood scored a natural hat trick with his final tally giving Vancouver a 3-0 lead 2:35 into the third period. The Avs scored their lone goal in the final minute.

In his third game back from an injury that’s lingered since last season, 2023-24 Vezina Trophy runner-up G Thatcher Demko saved 30 of 31 shots for a tidy win, his first this season.

Utah has enjoyed its own positive run with a win in 4 of its last 5 outings. The Club notched its latest W Saturday on RW Clayton Keller’s goal with 44 seconds left in regulation to top the host San Jose Sharks 4-3. Utah cashed as a -187 favorite and the Over (6) hit.

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Canucks at Utah 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 5:20 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Canucks +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Utah -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Canucks +1.5 (-250) | Utah -1.5 (+195)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Canucks at Utah projected goalies

Thatcher Demko (1-1-1, 3.32 GAA, .881 SV%) vs. Karel Vejmelka (6-7-2, 2.40 GAA, .915 SV%)

Demko finished fourth with a .918 SV% and fifth with a 2.45 GAA last season and looked to reclaim his starting gig after saving 30 of 31 shots Monday.

One or two Demko stumbles could eventually open the door back up for G Kevin Lankinen, though; he dazzled in Demko’s absence with a 2.52 GAA and .912 SV% in 21 games (14-4-3).

Meanwhile, Vejmelka is the main reason UHC isn’t a complete pushover in its first season under its new identity.

The Czech sits eighth in the league in GAA and tied for ninth in SV%. His win-loss record more directly reflects the scoring ineptitude in front of him than his own shortcomings.

In 7 games since his last regulation loss Nov. 24, Vejmelka boasts a 2.57 GAA with a 4-2-1 line, despite underperforming with an .897 SV%.

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Canucks at Utah picks and predictions

Prediction

Canucks 3, Utah 2

Moneyline

This line has shifted a bit since Tuesday night when both clubs were -110.

The Canucks have crushed it as visitors this season (10-2-1), while Utah (4-5-3) has not held home ice well in its Beehive State debut season.

Go with the resurgent Demko to back the road warriors.

BET CANUCKS (+100).

Puck line/Against the spread

Given the goaltending matchup, only a late empty-netter would likely separate this game by 2 goals.

Of course, the market already accounts for how close this matchup should be. Don’t pay the tax.

PASS.

Over/Under

Side with the sturdy goaltending, which has helped keep Utah afloat even with offensive shortcomings and should hold up regardless of who minds the net for the Canucks.

The Hockey Club is 12-15-3 on the Over/Under, while Vancouver hovers at .500 (16-13-1).

BET UNDER 6 (-120).

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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.

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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.

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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)

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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.

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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.

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Utah Hockey Club at Montreal Canadiens odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Utah Hockey Club at Montreal Canadiens odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Utah Hockey Club (8-10-3) and Montreal Canadiens (7-11-2) tangle  Tuesday at the Bell Center. The opening faceoff will be at 7 p.m. (ESPN2). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Utah Hockey Club vs. Canadiens odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; teams split 1-1 last season when Utah was the Arizona Coyotes

Utah is closing out a 4-game road swing. The club is 1-2-0 on the trip and 1-4-0 since Nov. 15. Utah’s last game was a 3-2 loss Sunday at the Toronto Maple Leafs.

The Canadiens have had 2 off days since losing 6-2 to the Vegas Golden Knights Saturday. The 6 goals allowed were more than Montreal had yielded in going 2-1-0 over its previous 3 games.

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Utah Hockey Club at Canadiens odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated Monday at 10:05 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Utah Hockey Club -142 (bet $142 to win $100) | Canadiens +118 (bet $100 to win $118)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Utah Hockey Club -1.5 (+172) | Canadiens +1.5 (-215)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +112 | U: -138)

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Utah Hockey Club at Canadiens projected goalies

Connor Ingram (6-4-3, 3.61 GAA, .871 SV%) vs. Sam Montembeault (6-9-1, 3.08 GAA, .899 SV%)

Its been more than a week since Ingram was last between the pipes. His last game was Nov. 18 vs. the Washington Capitals when the 27-year-old was pulled 26 minutes and 4 goals into that one. Ingram owns a lackluster .864 SV% over his last 8 games.

Montembeault started the Saturday game against Vegas and was lifted for a replacement after yielding 5 goals in 2 periods. He had allowed just 3 goals over his previous 194 minutes. The 28-year-old owns a mere .888 SV% on the road, but he’s clocked a .903 figure at home.

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Utah Hockey Club at Canadiens picks and predictions

Prediction

Canadiens 3, Utah Hockey Club 2

Moneyline

If Ingram gets the goaltending nod for Utah, that’s a green check mark in the Montreal column. Expected-goal analytics are not as bearish on the Canadiens’ defensive numbers (3.80 goals allowed per game, 31st NHL). Per NaturalStatTrick, the Habs have yielded a woeful 3.56 5-on-5 goals per 60 minutes, but expected-goal numbers peg that as a more reasonable 3.01.

Recent games have seen Montreal being stingier in allowing high-danger looks, and a shaky penalty kill may be getting right (9-for-9 in last 3 games).

Mix in better-at-home Montembeault as the probable netminder, and MONTREAL (+118) is the value side here.

Puck line/Against the spread

Montreal plus the cushion is a would-be likable play, but any value is muddied by some extra hold for the sportsbook. PASS.

Over/Under

Utah has scored 2 goals or less in 4 of its last 5 games. The Under is 3-1 across Montreal’s 4 contests.

Since Oct. 26, Utah has played 8 road games, and it has scored 3 goals or less in 6 of those games. Recent trends for both sides show defenses allowing fewer looks from the slot.

BACK THE UNDER 6.5 (-138).

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Utah Hockey Club at Toronto Maple Leafs odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Utah Hockey Club (8-9-3) meet the Toronto Maple Leafs (12-6-2) Sunday at Scotiabank Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (NHL Network). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Utah Hockey Club vs. Maple Leafs odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Maple Leafs won 2-0 in 2023-24 vs. Arizona  Coyotes

The Utah Hockey Club make the third stop of a 4-game road trip in this standalone game Sunday, and it is playing on no rest. Utah picked up a 6-1 win in Pittsburgh over the Penguins as a moderate favorite (-130) as the Over (6) cashed on Saturday.

Utah is playing its first game on no rest this season. Last season, when the team was located in Arizona, it was 5-4-0 when playing on no rest with a plus-1 goal differential, while the Over was also 5-4-0.

The Maple Leafs blanked the Vegas Golden Knights 3-0 last time out on Wednesday behind G Joseph Woll, who kicked aside all 31 shots he faced. C Fraser Minten was credited with the game-winning goal, while C William Nylander had a power-play goal, and RW Pontus Holmberg had an empty-net goal.

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Utah Hockey Club at Maple Leafs odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Utah Hockey Club +158 (bet $100 to win $158) | Maple Leafs -192 (bet $192 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Utah Hockey Club +1.5 (-160) | Maple Leafs -1.5 (+130)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +114 | U: -140)

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Utah Hockey Club at Maple Leafs projected goalies

Karel Vejmelka (2-5-0, 2.21 GAA, .927 SV%) vs. Joseph Woll (4-2-0, 2.00 GAA, .922 SV%, 1 SO)

Vejmelka started Saturday’s game in Pittsburgh, and he might be pressed into action with no rest. That’s because Connor Ingram is nursing an upper-body injury, and he is considered day to day. The team recalled Jaxson Stauber from Tucson of the AHL on an emergency basis.

If Stauber makes his Utah debut, it would be his first NHL appearance since 2022-23 when he was with the Chicago Blackhawks. He was 5-1-0 with a 2.81 GAA and .911 SV% in his first 6 NHL starts.

Woll has won 3 consecutive starts since Nov. 9, and he has allowed just 4 goals on 79 shots in the span. He has a 1.74 GAA and .931 SV% in 4 outings in November.

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Utah Hockey Club at Maple Leafs picks and predictions

Prediction

Maple Leafs 4, Utah Hockey League 2

Moneyline

The Maple Leafs (-192) will cost you nearly 2 times your potential return, and that’s just a little too much risk, even if the Utah Hockey Club (+158) is in a tough spot.

Utah was impressive in Pittsburgh on Saturday, but it is facing a goalie crunch. Whether it uses Vejmelka again for a second straight day, or the AHL recall Stauber, the Utah Hockey Club cannot be trusted.

AVOID.

Puck line/Against the spread

The MAPLE LEAFS -1.5 (+130) are a better play laying the goal and a half at plus-money.

Toronto picked up the 3-0 win against the Vegas Golden Knights behind Woll on Wednesday, and it is well rested.

On the flip side, the Utah Hockey Club +1.5 (-170) is back on no rest, and whether it’s Vejmelka or Stauber in between the pipes, this team is in a bad way playing on no rest against a team which hasn’t played since Wednesday.

Over/Under

The UNDER 6.5 (+110) is an intriguing play at plus-money.

Yes, Utah is coming back on no rest after playing Saturday in the Steel City, and it posted the Over in that victory. However, the Under has cashed at a 4-2-2 clip in the previous 8 games, and it is 10-4-2 in the past 16 outings.

For the Maple Leafs, the Under cashed last time out against VGK, while the total has gone low at a 6-2 pace in the previous 8 games.

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Utah Hockey Club at Boston Bruins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Utah Hockey Club at Boston Bruins odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Utah Hockey Club (7-8-3) visits the Boston Bruins (8-9-3) on Thursday. The opening puck drop at TD Garden will be at 7 p.m. (ESPN+).   Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Utah Hockey Club vs. Bruins odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: Utah leads 1-0 with a 2-1 OT home win Oct. 19

Utah opened its season with 3 straight wins, but is just 4-8-3 since. The 8 losses include each of the club’s last 2 games and 3 of its last 4 (1-3-0).

The Bruins went 4-1-1 in their first 6 November games, but they have dropped 3 in a row (0-2-1) since. Over those 3 straight setbacks (Nov. 14-18), Boston has been outscored 15-5 and has been outshot by an average of 8.7 shots per game.

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Utah Hockey Club at Bruins odds

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  • Moneyline: Utah Hockey Club +136 (bet $100 to win $136) | Bruins -164 (bet $164 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Utah Hockey Club +1.5 (-194) | Bruins -1.5 (+156)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -122 | U: +100)

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Utah Hockey Club at Bruins projected goalies

Connor Ingram (6-4-3, 3.61 GAA, .871 SV%) | Karel Vejmelka (1-4-0, 2.58 GAA, .915 SV%) vs. Jeremy Swayman (5-7-2, 3.47 GAA, .884 SV%)

Ingram was lifted 26 minutes into Utah’s last game, a 6-2 home-ice loss to the Washington Capitals in Monday. Ingram yielded 4 scores in that contest and owns a woeful .864 SV% over his last 8 games.

Vejmelka logged 34 minutes in relief in Utah’s last game, a 6-2 home-ice loss to the Washington Capitals in Monday. He made 9 stops against 11 shots.

Swayman went the route in Boston’s last tilt, a 5-1 home loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets on Monday. The 25-year-old stopped just 23 of 28 shots and has coughed up 12 goals over his last 2 starts.

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Utah Hockey Club at Bruins picks and predictions

Prediction

Bruins 4, Utah Hockey Club 3

Moneyline

Utah is opening a 4-game trip. It went 1-2-1 on its last road trip and is just 1-4-2 over its last 7 contests away from home. Over those 7 games, the club has been blanked 3 times.

Boston’s offensive production (2.40 goals per game) does not match what are better-looking peripheral analytics. In particular, the Bruins have been hurt by a low 8.9% shot percentage. And of late Boston has been better in generating more high-danger shot attempts.

Utah has allowed 6 power-play goals over its last 4 games, and its road defense overall has been mostly bottom-third in quality.

Consider a full-unit action on the BRUINS (-164).

Puck line/Against the spread

No interest. PASS.

Over/Under

Boston’s offense has the biggest chunk of untapped expected-vs.-actual leverage in the total goals equation.

The Bruin power play, which recently went 0-for-17 in a 6-game stretch (Nov. 5-16) has been a major culprit in the disappointing goal numbers. Boston went 1-for-6 with the extra man in its last game, and its poor shooting numbers — due for some gravity all the way around — are really on display in that department. Facing a leaky-of-late Utah PK has to help.

TAKE THE OVER 5.5 (-122).

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Vegas Golden Knights at Utah Hockey Club odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Vegas Golden Knights at Utah Hockey Club odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Vegas Golden Knights (10-4-2) meet the Utah Hockey Club (7-6-3) Friday at T-Mobile Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Golden Knights vs. Utah Hockey Club odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: Golden Knights lead 1-0

The Golden Knights picked up a 3-2 road win against the Anaheim Ducks last time out on Wednesday as a big favorite (-220) while the Under (6.5) came through.

VGK is a solid 3-1-1 in the past 5 games and 7-2-1 across the previous 10 outings. That includes a 4-3 win in OT against Utah at T-Mobile Arena in the only previous meeting Nov. 2 as a moderate (-163) favorite while the Over (6.5) narrowly cashed.

Utah carries plenty of confidence into Friday’s game after a 4-1 win over the Carolina Hurricanes at the Delta Center last time out on Wednesday as the Under (6) cashed. Utah is still just 3-6-2 across the past 11 games, while the Under is 3-0-1 in the past 4 outings and 9-2-1 across the previous 12 contests.

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Golden Knights at Utah Hockey Club odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Golden Knights -120 (bet $120 to win $100) | Utah Hockey Club +100 (bet $100 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Golden Knights -1.5 (+200) | Utah Hockey Club +1.5 (-250)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Golden Knights at Utah Hockey Club projected goalies

Adin Hill (7-3-1, 3.27 GAA, .879 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Connor Ingram (6-3-3, 3.40 GAA, .879 SV%)

Hill turned aside 22 of the 24 shots he faced in a 3-2 road win against the Ducks Wednesday, improving to 3-1-1 with a 3.37 GAA and .880 SV% in 5 November starts. That includes a 4-3 OTW against Utah when he stopped 16 of 19 shots.

Ingram allowed 3 goals on just 20 shots in a 4-0 loss in Nashville last time out on Saturday, and he is 1-1-1 with a 3.01 GAA and .871 SV% in 3 November starts. He was on the short of that OTL in Vegas Saturday, stopping 31 of 35 shots.

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Golden Knights at Utah Hockey Club picks and predictions

Prediction

Golden Knights 4, Utah Hockey Club 3

Moneyline

VEGAS (-120) is a solid play as a light underdog on the road against Utah (+100).

It topped Utah in the first meeting, but just barely in overtime. VGK is 3-1-1 in the past 5, but 3 of those games were decided by a single goal.

Despite the win over the Canes last time out, Utah has been slumping. It is just 3-6-2 across the past 11 outings.

Puck line/Against the spread

Going with Utah +1.5 (-250) and risking 2½ times your potential return is just not a recommended betting strategy. Yes, the Golden Knights -1.5 (+200) have been involved in a lot of close games lately, but if you can’t play Utah straight up and want insurance, that’s just a little too pricey.

PASS.

Over/Under

OVER 6 (-115) may be the best play on the board.

The Over cashed in the first meeting thanks to the game going to overtime. The Under is 3-0-1 in the past 4 games for Utah, so be careful. The last Over result was against VGK Nov. 2.

For Vegas, the Under cashed last time out in Anaheim, but the Over is 12-4 in 16 this season.

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Utah Hockey Club at Winnipeg Jets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Utah Hockey Club at Winnipeg Jets odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Utah Hockey Club (5-4-3) visit the Winnipeg Jets (11-1-0) Tuesday with puck drop from Canada Life Centre scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Utah Hockey Club vs. Jets odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting ever

The Utah Hockey Club endured its fifth loss in 6 games on Saturday night, falling 4-3 in overtime to the Las Vegas Golden Knights as a +143 underdog while the Over (6.5) hit. G Connor Ingram allowed 4 goals on 35 shots. On a brighter note, 20-year-old center Logan Cooley scored his second goal and had his eighth assist, showcasing his developing talent.

The Jets extended their win streak to 3 games on Sunday, dominating opponents with a 19-8 scoring advantage over the stretch. Winnipeg saw contributions from across the lineup with 7 players scoring in their 7-4 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning as a -144 home favorite, easily surpassing the 6.5 goal total. G Connor Hellebuyck continued his strong start, stopping 26 of 30 shots and improving to 8-1 on the season.

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Utah Hockey Club at Jets odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Utah Hockey Club +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Jets -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Utah Hockey Club +1.5 (-155) | Jets -1.5 (+125)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Utah Hockey Club at Jets projected goalies

Connor Ingram (5-2-3, 3.57 GAA, .881 SV%) vs. Connor Hellebuyck (3-8-1, 2.33 GAA, .917 SV%)

Ingram has struggled recently, going 1-2-0 in his last 5 starts while allowing 3.4 goals per game. He’s currently below his career averages of a 3.15 GAA and .904 SV%. In his lone career start against the Jets, he allowed 4 goals on 32 shots.

Hellebuyck opened the season strong, winning 6 straight until a 6-4 loss on Oct. 28 loss against the Toronto Maple Leafs. After allowing 5 goals to the Maple Leafs, he allowed 2 to the Detroit Red Wings, and 4 to the Lightning, resulting in a 3.69 GAA and .872 SV% over his last 3 games.

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Utah Hockey Club at Jets picks and predictions

Prediction

Jets 6, Utah Hockey Club 3

Moneyline

PASS.

The Jets (-190) are the clear favorite, a class above the Utah Hockey Club (+155). Expect a Winnipeg win, but go with the better odds and take them on the puck line.

Puck line/Against the spread

BET WINNIPEG -1.5 (+125).

The Jets come into Tuesday’s game as the statistically and analytically stronger team, holding key advantages over Utah in several areas. Offensively, Winnipeg ranks higher in goals scored per game, shots on goal, power play percentage, and shooting accuracy. The Jets have been on a roll, winning by 2 or more goals in 4 of their last 5 games and they are undefeated in their last 7 games against Western Conference opponents.

The biggest gap between these teams lies in defense and goaltending. Winnipeg ranks 5th in goals allowed per game, while Utah sits at a distant 26th. Hellebuyck is the reigning Vezina Trophy winner and has a huge stats advantage over Ingram.

Winnipeg also dominates analytically, with higher rankings in xGF/60, xGA/60, and expected goal differential per 60 minutes, making them a clear favorite.

Over/Under

BET OVER 6 (-110).

The Jets have consistently been involved in high-scoring games, with the Over hitting in 8 of their last 9 games and in 11 of their last 13 at home. Winnipeg’s offense has been clicking, scoring 5 or more goals in 4 of their last 5 outings. On the other side, the Utah Hockey Club’s defense has struggled, giving up 4 goals twice in the last 3 games. Despite his string start, Hellebuyck has shown some cracks recently, which could open the door for more scoring. Look for a high total in this matchup.

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Utah Hockey Club at Vegas Golden Knights odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Utah Hockey Club vs. Vegas Golden Knights odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Utah Hockey Club (5-4-2) travels to meet the Vegas Golden Knights (7-3-1) Saturday at T-Mobile Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Utah Hockey Club vs. Golden Knights odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Utah Hockey Club won 2-1 in 2023-24, when franchise was located in Arizona

The Utah Hockey Club picked up a 5-1 victory against the Calgary Flames Wednesday, halting an 0-4-1 skid in the previous 5 games. The Under (6.5) cashed against the Flames, and the total has gone low in 6 of the past 7 outings.

For the Golden Knights, they were doubled up by the Los Angeles Kings 6-3 on Wednesday. The Over (6.5) cashed against the Kings, and the total has gone high in 7 of the past 8 games, while hitting at a 9-2 clip in the 11 games this season.

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Utah Hockey Club at Golden Knights odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Utah Hockey Club +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Golden Knights -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Utah Hockey +1.5 (-165) | Golden Knights -1.5 (+140)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Utah Hockey Club at Golden Knights projected goalies

Connor Ingram (5-2-2, 3.53 GAA, .880 SV%) vs. Adin Hill (4-2-0, 3.20 GAA, .878 SV%, 1 SO)

Ingram kicked aside 30 of 31 shots in Wednesday’s 5-1 victory to pick up a much-needed victory. He has allowed 3 or fewer goals in just 3 of his past 8 starts. Ingram hasn’t won consecutive starts since winning his first 3 starts Oct. 8-12.

Hill turned aside all 16 shots he faced in a 5-0 win against the Flames Monday. He had allowed exactly 4 goals in 4 of his first 5 starts, and 3 or more goals in each of the first 5 outings.

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Utah Hockey League at Golden Knights picks and predictions

Prediction

Golden Knights 4, Utah Hockey Club 2

Moneyline

The Golden Knights (-175) will cost you nearly 2 times your potential return, and that’s just a little too expensive for a standalone wager. If you were to include VGK as part of a multi-leg NHL parlay, or a cross-sport parlay, it would be OK to play Vegas in that respect.

PASS, if playing Vegas straight up by itself.

Puck line/Against the spread

The GOLDEN KNIGHTS -1.5 (+140) is worth a play at plus-money, but don’t be surprised if you need an empty-net goal to get over the hump.

In the past 4 wins since Oct. 22, Vegas has won by 2 or more goals, so if you like Vegas to win, you should like it to cover the puck line, too.

Be careful, though, as the Utah Hockey Club +1.5 (-165) have covered on the puck line in 4 of 7 games as an underdog this season on puck line, including 3 outright victories.

Over/Under

UNDER 6.5 (-120) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at best.

The Under is on a 5-1 run for the Utah Hockey Club, while cashing low in 2 of the past 3 games on the road.

For Vegas, the Under cashed in the most recent game against the Flames at home, although the Over is 5-2 in the past 7 games at home.

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Colorado Avalanche at Utah Hockey Club odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Colorado Avalanche at Utah Hockey Club odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Colorado Avalanche (3-4-0) visit the Utah Hockey Club (4-2-1) Thursday. Puck drop from Delta Center is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Avalanche vs. Utah odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting of season. The Avs went 2-0-2 against the Arizona Coyotes last year.

After starting the season 0-4, Colorado has won 3 games in a row. It has won back-to-back road games after knocking off Seattle 3-2 on Tuesday and covering as a -126 road favorite. LW Joel Kiviranta had 2 goals in the win.

Utah has lost 3 of its last 4 games after falling 4-0 against Ottawa and failing to cover as a -107 home favorite Tuesday. It was its 2nd time being shut out in its last 4 games.

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Avalanche at Utah Hockey Club odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Avalanche -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Utah Hockey Club +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Avalanche -1.5 (+155) | Utah Hockey Club +1.5 (-190)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Avalanche at Utah Hockey Club projected goalies

Alexandar Georgiev (1-3-0, 4.99 GAA, .811 SV%) vs. Connor Ingram (4-1-1, 3.82 GAA, .862 SV%)

Georgiev has struggled to start the season, with both his GAA and SV% landing him 55th or worse in the early rankings. After dropping each of his first 4 starts, he snapped his winless streak last Friday. He has allowed 3 or more goals in each start this season.

Ingram’s 4-1-1 record has been his strongest aspect this season while his GAA (50th) and SV% (49th) are both subpar. He has allowed 4 or more goals in 4 of his last 5 starts.

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Avalanche at Utah Hockey Club picks and predictions

Prediction

Avalanche 4, Utah 3

Moneyline

BET AVALANCHE (-150).

Colorado had a tough start to the season, but has the momentum headed into Thursday with a 3-game winning streak, including 2 in a row on the road. It has scored 3 or more goals in each of its last 4 games while limiting opponents to 3 goals total in its last 2 games. Utah has dropped 3 of its last 4 games while scoring just 6 total goals in that span and allowing 13.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

There is better value on the moneyline.

Over/Under

BET OVER 6.5 (+100).

Even with a high total than most nights, both these teams are more than capable of scoring. Colorado has a 4-2-1 Over record while Utah has a 4-3 Over record. The projected goalies have also struggled to start the season with each goalie having a 3.82 GAA or worse.

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Boston Bruins at Utah Hockey Club odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Boston Bruins at Utah Hockey Club odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Bruins (3-2-0) make the 2nd stop on a 3-game road trip against the Utah Hockey Club (3-1-1) at Delta Center in Salt Lake City Saturday. Puck drop is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Bruins vs. Utah Hockey Club odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting

The Bruins opened the road trip with a 5-3 victory against the Colorado Avalanche Wednesday as a light underdog (+118) as the Over (6.5) cashed. The total has gone high in 4 of 5 games for the B’s, while winning 3 of the past 4 outings.

The Utah Hockey Club suffered a 5-4 OTL on the road against the Anaheim Ducks on Wednesday. UHC has gone to overtime in 3 of the past 4 outings, and the Over has hit in 4 of their 5 games.

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Bruins at Utah Hockey Club odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Bruins -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Utah Hockey Club +105 (bet $100 to win $105)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Bruins -1.5 (+200) | Utah Hockey Club +1.5 (-250)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bruins at Utah Hockey Club projected goalies

Jeremy Swayman (2-1-0, 2.98 GAA, .893 SV%) vs. Connor Ingram (3-0-1, 3.88 GAA, .868 SV%)

Swayman allowed 4 goals on 26 shots in a 4-3 setback against the Florida Panthers at TD Garden Monday, and he has coughed up at least 4 goals in 2 of his 3 showings to date.

Ingram allowed 5 goals on 34 shots in a 5-4 OTL last time out against Anaheim on the road, and he has conceded at least 4 goals in 3 consecutive outings. All of his past 3 starts have ended up going to overtime.

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Bruins at Utah Hockey Club picks and predictions

Prediction

Bruins 5, Utah Hockey League 4

Moneyline

The BRUINS (-125) are actually a pretty strong value, all things considered.

While the Utah Hockey Club (+105) has certainly been a great early season story, it has allowed at least 3 goals in 4 in a row, and 4 or more goals in 3 of the previous 4 outings.

It won’t be easy for Boston going into raucous Delta Center, as the atmosphere has been absolutely electric there so far, the B’s are a top-tier team, and it won’t be fazed.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Utah Hockey Club +1.5 (-250) will cost you 2 1/2 times your potential return if you’d like a little bit of insurance. That’s too expensive. If you like Utah, back it straight up.

PASS.

Over/Under

OVER 6 (-110) might be the best play on the board.

Utah has hit the Over in 4 of 5 games to date, lighting the lamp 4 or more times in 4 of its 5 outings, while the defense and goaltending has allowed 3 or more goals in 4 consecutive outings.

For Boston, the Over has cashed in 4 of 5 games, with the B’s going for 4.0 goals per game (GPG) so far, while allowing 3.6 GPG.

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