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10-26-19 | Blue Jackets v. Flyers -150 | Top | 4-7 | Win | 100 | 16 h 41 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Philadelphia Flyers. The Flyers have won back to back games, and they are 3-1 at home so far. They host the Columbus Blue Jackets tonight, and Columbus is just 2-2 on the road. "It's 10 games -- I don't know who the hell we are," Columbus coach John Tortorella said. "I like this team. I like the enthusiasm they bring. They've got to keep working at it so it becomes who we are, it becomes second nature." The Blue Jackets are 2-6 in their last eight games as an underdog of +110 to +150, while the Flyers are 13-5 in their last 18 games as a favorite. Take PHI. GL, Jesse Schule |
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10-24-19 | Wild v. Predators -171 | 0-4 | Win | 100 | 20 h 25 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Nashville Predators. It's no surprise that the Nashville Predators have won four of five home games so far this season, they have been one of the best home teams in the NHL over the last 4-5 years. They should be in a good spot to improve on that record tonight, hosting a struggling Minnesota Wild team without starting netminder Devan Dubnyk. Backup goalie Alex Stalock will be between the pipes tonight, and he was lit up for four goals in a loss to Montreal in his last start. He's 0-4-1 with a 2.80 GAA in five career appearances versus Nashville. Take NAS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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10-22-19 | Ducks v. Predators -159 | 1-6 | Win | 100 | 15 h 24 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Nashville Predators. It's been a fantastic start to the season for an Anaheim Ducks team that was one of the worst in the Western Conference last year. It's hard not to peg them as overacheivers at this point, and they are in a tough spot on the road at Nasvhille tonight. The Ducks are 7-21 in their last 28 road games versus a team with a winning home record, while the Predators are 69-23 in their last 92 games as a favorite of -201 or greater. The home team has won five straight in this series, and the favorite in 5-2 in the last seven head to head meetings. John Gibson has lost two of his three starts on the road this year, and he gave up four goals in a loss at Nashville in his only visit last season. Take NAS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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10-13-19 | Flames v. Sharks -128 | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 12 h 52 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the San Jose Sharks. After opening the season with four straight losses, the Sharks earned a 5-4 win over Chicago on Friday. They look to make it back to back victories as they host the Calgary Flames tonight. This is a good spot for the Sharks, at home against a Calgary team that is playing on back to back nights, and third game in four nights. The Flames lost 6-2 in Vegas last night, and they are 2-12 in their last 14 games as an underdog of +110 to +150. The Flames are 14-40 in their last 54 games playing on back to back nights, and they have lost seven of their last nine versus the Sharks. The price is right to back the home team here. Take SJS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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10-12-19 | Coyotes v. Avalanche -150 | Top | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 12 h 47 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Colorado Avalanche. It's no surprise that the Avs have picked up right where they left off in last year's playoffs. Colorado upset Calgary in the first round as the 8th seed versus the #1 seed, and they took the Sharks to seven games in the second round. So far in 2019 they are 3-0, and they rank 4th in the NHL in scoring averaging 4.33 goals per game. They host Arizona tonight, and the Coyotes have lost two of three games so far. The Coyotes are 4-14 in their last 18 games as an underdog, and they are 0-8 in their last 8 games following a win. The Avalanche are 18-4 in their last 22 home games. Take COL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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10-05-19 | Canucks v. Flames -185 | 0-3 | Win | 100 | 11 h 56 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Calgary Flames. The Flames were the top seed in the Western Conference in last year's playoffs, but they were eliminated by the Colorado Avalanche in the first round. They lost their season opener on the road at Colorado, but they return home to face the Vancouver Canucks. Calgary will be a big favorite to get a victory over an inferior opponent. The Canucks have lost six in a row, and they are 15-39 in their last 54 games as a road underdog of +151 to +200. The Flames are 40-18 in their last 58 games as a home favorite of -201 or greater. Take CAL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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10-02-19 | Sharks v. Golden Knights -165 | Top | 1-4 | Win | 100 | 34 h 8 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Las Vegas Golden Knights. This is the mother of all revenge spots for Vegas, after they were eliminated from the playoffs in a Game 7 versus the Sharks last year. Leading 3-0 in the third period, it looked like the Sharks would be eliminated. San Jose was gifted a 5-minute power-play after Joe Pavelski suffered a serious injury in what replays showed was a fall after light contact, and San Jose scored four times to take the lead. They went on to win by a score of 5-4 in overtime. "It's so disappointing," Marchessault said afterward. "It's a joke. That's what it is. It's embarrassing." Vegas will have a chance to get a little revenge in their season opener on home ice. Joe Pavelski is now playing in Dallas, and Evander Kane is serving a suspension for contact with an official. Take VGK. GL, Jesse Schule |
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06-09-19 | Bruins v. Blues -110 | Top | 5-1 | Loss | -110 | 33 h 46 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on St. Louis. Boston faces elimination tonight, and with all the injuries on the back end I don't like their chances of stopping the Blues. Here is what I said prior to Gsme 5: "The Blues took advantage of Boston's banged up blueline in Game 4, and they have now out-shot the Bruins in three of the four games in these Finals. Boston could be without team captain Zedno Chara for Game 5, and that could make life difficult for Tukka Rask." The Bruins are still furious about a blown call in Game 5, and that could prove to be a distraction ahead of Game 6. Take STL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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06-03-19 | Bruins v. Blues -110 | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 9 h 7 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on STL. It's do or die for the St. Louis Blues, and I expect to see them play a lot better in Game 4 than they did in Game 3. The Bruins had four power play chances in Game 3, scoring on all four. Jordan Binnington was pulled after giving up five goals on 19 shots, and he let in some soft goals. After letting in five goals in two of the first three games against San Jose, Binnington allowed just three goals combined in the next three games. Everything went Boston's way in Game 3, and I don't see that happening again tonight. Take STL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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06-01-19 | Bruins v. Blues -116 | Top | 7-2 | Loss | -116 | 67 h 58 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the St. Louis Blues. The Blues head home with the series tied 1-1, and their Game 2 win came in overtime by a score of 3-2. As much as it looks like there isn't much separation between these two teams, the fact is that St. Louis had dominated so far. They opened up a 2-0 lead in Game 1, and after outplaying the Bruins through two periods they came out a little flat in the third. They have been punishing the Bruins with their physical play, and it's taken it's toll. Boston has lost a key defenseman, and Patrice Bergeron appears to be suffering from a groin injury. If the Blues continue to play the way they did in Boston, this series could be over in a hurry. Take STL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-27-19 | Blues v. Bruins -147 | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 18 h 17 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Boston Bruins. They say that defense wins championships, and both teams in this year's Stanley Cup Finals are solid defensively. Both teams have been riding hot goaltenders, and goals could be hard to come by in Game 1. The Bruins have to like their chances with Tukka Rask, who leads all goaltenders in this year's playoffs with a 1.84 GAA. He's coming off an oustanding series against Carolina, allowing just one goal in his last two starts. The Bruins have a huge edge in playoff experience, and I like their chances of earning a win in Game 1. Take BOS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-17-19 | Sharks v. Blues -136 | 1-2 | Win | 100 | 6 h 26 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the St. Louis Blues. I had the Blues in Game 3, and I felt robbed. Here is what I said before the game: "The Sharks got to Jordan Binnington in Game 1, but the rookie was solid as a rock in Game 2. The Blues head back home with a 1-1 series split, and they appear to have the Sharks right where they want them. The Sharks biggest weakness so far in these playoffs has been inconsistent goaltending from Martin Jones. He has a 2.83 GAA and a .905 save percentage, which ranks 15th among active netminders in the post-season. Note that only 16 teams advance to the playoffs. Jones allowed four goals in 25 shots in Game 2, and it's tough to have a lot of confidence in him moving forward. The Sharks have lost seven of their last 10 on the road, and the home team has won six of the last seven head to head meetings. I'll take the Blues as the home favorite." Take STL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-15-19 | Sharks v. Blues -140 | 5-4 | Loss | -140 | 11 h 31 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the St. Louis Blues. The Sharks got to Jordan Binnington in Game 1, but the rookie was solid as a rock in Game 2. The Blues head back home with a 1-1 series split, and they appear to have the Sharks right where they want them. The Sharks biggest weakness so far in these playoffs has been inconsistent goaltending from Martin Jones. He has a 2.83 GAA and a .905 save percentage, which ranks 15th among active netminders in the post-season. Note that only 16 teams advance to the playoffs. Jones allowed four goals in 25 shots in Game 2, and it's tough to have a lot of confidence in him moving forward. The Sharks have lost seven of their last 10 on the road, and the home team has won six of the last seven head to head meetings. I'll take the Blues as the home favorite. Take STL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-01-19 | Blues v. Stars -119 | Top | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 30 h 20 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on Dallas. |
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04-30-19 | Sharks v. Avalanche -115 | Top | 4-2 | Loss | -115 | 33 h 17 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Colorado Avalanche. I bet on Colorado to win this series, and heading home with a split after two games in San Jose, I love the Avs in Game 3 in Denver. Here is what I said prior to Game 1: "The Sharks are the better team on paper, but you have to think the seven game series versus Vegas took it's toll on this team. Martin Jones had a a few good games, but more often than not he was terrible. Joe Pavelski is hurt, and you can bet that the bench is full of veteran players that are playing hurt. Colorado is younger, faster, and very talented. They have the more consistent goaltending with Philip Grubauer. I'll take the Avs." The older Sharks appear to have run out of gas, and they are really struggling to match the speed and intensity of the younger Avalanche. Take COL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-29-19 | Blues v. Stars -113 | Top | 4-3 | Loss | -113 | 30 h 7 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on Dallas. |
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04-27-19 | Blue Jackets v. Bruins -138 | Top | 3-2 | Loss | -138 | 23 h 40 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on Boston. The Bruins avoided a let down in Game 1, and now they look to take a 2-0 lead in this second round series versus Columbus. The Blue Jackets showed the Tampa Bay Lightning that playoff hockey is a whole different ball game than the regular season. Their strategy worked perfect against the talented lightning, but they better go back to the drawing board. If they think they are going to out-work, and push around the big bad Bruins, they are kidding themselves. This Boston team is battle tested, with legendary playoff performers such as Brad Marchand, Patrice Bergeron and Zedno Chara. Take BOS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-26-19 | Hurricanes v. Islanders -130 | 1-0 | Loss | -130 | 7 h 42 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the NYI . Of all the surprises in the first round of the playoffs, the Islanders beating Pittsburgh perhaps shouldn't have been all that shocking. While nobody expected them to win the series in four games, they did have a better record than the Penguins in the regular season, and they had home ice advantage in the series. Home ice is huge for an Islanders team that was 24-13-4 at home. The Hurricanes lost three of four games at Washington in the first round, but still managed to pull out a win in overtime in Game 7. The Islanders are just a slight favorite in this series, and they have home ice, superior goaltending and they are well rested. Take NYI. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-22-19 | Predators v. Stars -125 | Top | 1-2 | Win | 100 | 24 h 18 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on Dallas. I picked the Stars to win this series, and here is what I said prior to Game 1: "The first thing I look at in any best of seven series is the goaltending. If I am going to consider the underdog, they damn well have the better goaltender. Now Pekka Rinne has had some success in the playoffs, but he's often hot or cold. He was 30-19-4 with a 2.42 GAA during the regular season, and at the age of 36 he still looks like a capable netminder. It might be a stretch to say that Dallas has the better goaltender, but Ben Bishop has better numbers. He led the NHL with a .934 save percentage, and his GAA of 1.98 was second to only Jordan Binnington, who started 15 fewer games. The Stars have arguably more high end talent on their top line with Tyler Seguin, Jamie Benn and Alelander Radulov. This series isn't likely to be easy for Nashville." Bishop has been the better of the two goaltender's and the Stars first line has been dominant in this series. I like Dallas to advance with a win at home in Game 6. Take DAL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-20-19 | Hurricanes v. Capitals -133 | Top | 0-6 | Win | 100 | 23 h 57 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Washington Capitals. The first thing I look at in any best of seven series is the goaltending. If I am going to consider the underdog, they damn well have the better goaltender. Now Petr Mrazek has had a fine season, going 23-14-3 with a 2.39 GAA. Do you remember that time Mrazek stole a series for his team in the playoffs? No, neither do I. But I do remember Braden Holtby stealing plenty of games for Washington during last year's Stanley Cup run. The Caps have the better goaltender and the best pure goal scorer of his generation (Alex Ovechkin). At this price it's not at all tempting to bet against the champs. Take WAS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-17-19 | Predators v. Stars -115 | Top | 1-5 | Win | 100 | 7 h 41 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on Dallas. The first thing I look at in any best of seven series is the goaltending. If I am going to consider the underdog, they damn well have the better goaltender. Now Pekka Rinne has had some success in the playoffs, but he's often hot or cold. He was 30-19-4 with a 2.42 GAA during the regular season, and at the age of 36 he still looks like a capable netminder. It might be a stretch to say that Dallas has the better goaltender, but Ben Bishop has better numbers. He led the NHL with a .934 save percentage, and his GAA of 1.98 was second to only Jordan Binnington, who started 15 fewer games. The Stars have arguably more high end talent on their top line with Tyler Seguin, Jamie Benn and Alelander Radulov. This series isn't likely to be easy for Nashville. Take DAL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-16-19 | Sharks v. Golden Knights -149 | 0-5 | Win | 100 | 21 h 8 m | Show | |
8* |
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04-14-19 | Sharks v. Golden Knights -140 | 3-6 | Win | 100 | 12 h 56 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on VGK. The first thing I look at in any best of seven series is the goaltending. If I am going to consider the underdog, they damn well have the better goaltender. Last year's run to the Stanley Cup Finals was possible in part because Marc Andre Fleury was by far the better goaltender in every series they played. In this first round matchup versus the Sharks, he starts opposite Martin Jones who ranks 36th in the league (behind a bunch of backups) in GAA, and 47th out of 50 when it comes to save percentage. Take VGK. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-14-19 | Islanders v. Penguins -177 | 4-1 | Loss | -177 | 2 h 56 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on the Penguins. The first thing I look at in any best of seven series is the goaltending. If I am going to consider the underdog, they damn well have the better goaltender. Now the Islanders appear to tick that box, with Robyn Lehner ranking 2nd in the NHL in save percentage and 3rd in GAA. The Penguins though have Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Phil Kessel, who between them have enough Stanley Cup rings to cover most of their fingers. At this price, there isn't much incentive to bet against all that talent. Take PIT. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-12-19 | Blues v. Jets -120 | 4-3 | Loss | -120 | 10 h 35 m | Show | |
This is a 10* play on Winnipeg. The Jets lost in the Conference Finals versus Las Vegas last year, and in that series Marc Andre Fleury stole a few games for the Golden Knights. Winnipeg is vulnerable to an upset in similar fashion this season, but I don't expect that to happen in the first round versus St. Louis. While Jordan Binnington did lead the league with a 1.89 GAA, the 25 year old has no playoff experience. It's a rather small sample size (30 starts), and it remains to be seen how he will react to the pressure of a seven game series. He was outstanding in Game 1, but I like the Jets to respond with a better effort in Game 2. Take WPG. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-12-19 | Penguins +110 v. Islanders | 1-3 | Loss | -100 | 7 h 42 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on the Penguins. The first thing I look at in any best of seven series is the goaltending. If I am going to consider the underdog, they damn well have the better goaltender. Now the Islanders appear to tick that box, with Robyn Lehner ranking 2nd in the NHL in save percentage and 3rd in GAA. The Penguins though have Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Phil Kessel, who between them have enough Stanley Cup rings to cover most of their fingers. At this price, there isn't much incentive to bet against all that talent. Take PIT. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-11-19 | Avalanche v. Flames -184 | 0-4 | Win | 100 | 3 h 19 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Calgary. The first thing I look at in any best of seven series is the goaltending. If I am going to consider the underdog, they damn well have the better goaltender. Now there is no doubt that goaltending is the Achilles Heel of the Flames, but it's not exactly a strength for Colorado either. Backup goaltender Philip Grubauer had better numbers than starter Semyon Varlamov during the season, and I wouldn't be surprised if Grubauer sees action in this series. Calgary ranked second in the league in scoring during the regular season, and I expect the Flames to find enough offense to survive the first round. Take CAL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-11-19 | Hurricanes v. Capitals -140 | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 7 h 30 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Washington Capitals. The first thing I look at in any best of seven series is the goaltending. If I am going to consider the underdog, they damn well have the better goaltender. Now Petr Mrazek has had a fine season, going 23-14-3 with a 2.39 GAA. Do you remember that time Mrazek stole a series for his team in the playoffs? No, neither do I. But I do remember Braden Holtby stealing plenty of games for Washington during last year's Stanley Cup run. The Caps have the better goaltender and the best pure goal scorer of his generation (Alex Ovechkin). At this price it's not at all tempting to bet against the champs. Take WAS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-11-19 | Maple Leafs v. Bruins -137 | 4-1 | Loss | -137 | 0 h 17 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Boston Bruins. The first thing I look at in any best of seven series is the goaltending. If I am going to consider the underdog, they damn well have the better goaltender. Now Fredrik Anderson was brilliant for the Leafs for the better part of this season, but he comes into the playoffs off an ugly final month of the season. He lost seven of his last 10 starts, allowing a whopping 35 goals in those games. The Leafs couldn't win a game to save their life down the stretch, while Boston was one of the league's hottest teams in the second half. Brad Marchand, Patrice Bergeron and Zedno Chara in the playoffs... LOOK OUT! This first round draw looks like a nightmare for the Leafs. Take BOS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-04-19 | Flyers v. Blues -200 | 3-7 | Win | 100 | 30 h 8 m | Show | |
5* |
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03-30-19 | Ducks v. Oilers -150 | 5-1 | Loss | -150 | 11 h 22 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Edmonton Oilers. Edmonton has had a disappointing season, no doubt about that. They are trying to put a positive spin on things with just a few games remaining, and a home game against the Ducks looks like a good spot for the Oilers to give their fans something to cheer about. While Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl continue to rack up the points (each have 40+ goals and 100+ points) the Ducks star players are sidelined by injury. The big three of Ryan Getzlaf, Ryan Kesler and Corey Perry are all banged up, and none of the three played in a 6-1 loss at Calgary last night. The Ducks are 6-18 in their last 24 road games, and 1-6 in their last 7 games playing on 0 days rest. Take EDM. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-26-19 | Panthers v. Canadiens -180 | 1-6 | Win | 100 | 30 h 51 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on the Montreal Canadiens. The Habs are barely holding on in the Wild Card race, and the Columbus Blue Jackets are hot on their heels. They can't afford to leave any points on the table here in a home game against Florida. The Panthers gave up seven goals in a loss at Toronto last night, and Roberto Luongo got the hook after allowing five goals on 33 shots. His backup Sam Montembeault has allowed a whopping eight goals on 42 shots in his last two appearances. The Panthers are 1-4 in their last five games playing on 0 days rest, and 2-8 in their last 10 in the third game of a 3-in-4 situation. This looks like a good spot to back Montreal (even at this price). Take MTL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-25-19 | Penguins -176 v. Rangers | 5-2 | Win | 100 | 5 h 55 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on the Penguins. Pittsburgh is already in playoff mode, the Penguins are 13-4-4 in their last 21 games. They now trail Washington by just three points for first place in the Metropolitan Division. The Rangers are coming off a thrilling overtime win over the Leafs in Toronto, that snapped a five game losing streak. It wouldn't be much of a surprise to see the Blue Shirts suffer a let down coming off a big upset win. The Penguins are 3-0-1 versus the Rangers the last two seasons, and they are 8-2 in the last 10 meetings in New York. The Rangers are 1-4 in their last five home games, and they have lost seven of their last eight when playing on one day's rest. Take PIT. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-23-19 | Sabres v. Canadiens -185 | 4-7 | Win | 100 | 32 h 9 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on Montreal. My total of the year was a winner on under 5.5 the last time these teams met. Here is what I said prior to the game: "The Habs are barely holding on in the Wild Card race, and the Columbus Blue Jackets are hot on their heels. They can't afford to leave any points on the table, and they might be in for a battle here at the Islanders. New York has allowed fewer goals than any other team in the NHL this season. Carey Price has really stepped up his game for Montreal, winning three of his last five starts and allowing just four goals in those three games." Price is coming off a 28 save shutout in a 4-0 win over the Isles. Another dominant performance should be expected here at hom versus Buffalo. Take MTL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-21-19 | Blue Jackets -130 v. Oilers | 1-4 | Loss | -130 | 29 h 27 m | Show | |
This is a 10* play on Columbus. I bet on Columbus in their recent win over Carolina, and here is what I said prior to the game: "The Blue Jackets are coming off a 7-4 win over Boston, putting them in a tie with Montreal at 81 points. They have a game in hand, which allows them to occupy the final Wild Card spot in the West. They host Carolina tonight, and the Canes are just two points ahead in the standings. The Blue Jackets picked up Matt Duchene and Ryan Dzingel from Ottawa at the trade deadline, and after a slow start, both players scored in the win over Boston. This is a must win game for the Jackets, with a playoff spot on the line and home ice advantage versus a division rival. Sergei Bobrovsky is playing better in the second half of the season than he had prior to the All Star break. He's 11-6 with a 2.28 GAA in his last 17 starts." Take CBJ. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-18-19 | Canucks v. Blackhawks -180 | 3-2 | Loss | -180 | 26 h 10 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Chicago Blackhawks. Chicago has won five straight, and a win tonight would put them just four points out of a playoff spot. It was just a few weeks ago that the playoffs seemed like an impossible mission for the Hawks, but they have won 16-of-22 since January 20th. They host rivals Vancouver tonight, and the Canucks are playing the second game of a back to back, and third game in four nights. Vancouver lost in a shootout to New Jersey on Friday, and then upset the Stars in Dallas in another shootout last night. The Canucks are 3-13 in their last 16 games playing on 0 days rest, and they are 19-39 in their last 58 in the third game of a 3-in-4 situation. Take CHI. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-15-19 | Hurricanes v. Blue Jackets -124 | Top | 0-3 | Win | 100 | 23 h 41 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Columbus Blue Jackets. The Blue Jackets are coming off a 7-4 win over Boston, putting them in a tie with Montreal at 81 points. They have a game in hand, which allows them to occupy the final Wild Card spot in the West. They host Carolina tonight, and the Canes are just two points ahead in the standings. The Blue Jackets picked up Matt Duchene and Ryan Dzingel from Ottawa at the trade deadline, and after a slow start, both players scored in the win over Boston. This is a must win game for the Jackets, with a playoff spot on the line and home ice advantage versus a division rival. Sergei Bobrovsky is playing better in the second half of the season than he had prior to the All Star break. He's 11-6 with a 2.28 GAA in his last 17 starts. Take CBJ. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-13-19 | Rangers v. Canucks -119 | 1-4 | Win | 100 | 18 h 19 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Vancouver Canucks. The Canucks and the Rangers are two teams rebuilding, and success this season has taken a back seat. The Rangers come into Vancouver as losers of seven of their last eight, and the Canucks have lost five of their last six. This looks like a good spot for Vancouver though, as they have several days off since getting blown out on home ice by the Las Vegas Golden Knights. The Rangers are in the middle of a West Coast road trip that will see them play three games over the next four days. Jacob Markstrom is 14-8 with a 2.74 GAA in 26 home starts, and Henrik Lundqvist is 7-8 with a 3.37 GAA in 20 starts on the road. Take VAN. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-12-19 | Capitals v. Penguins -131 | Top | 3-5 | Win | 100 | 25 h 25 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Penguins don't have much breathing room in their quest for the playoffs, sitting just four points ahead of ninth place Montreal. They are coming off a big home win over the Boston Bruins, ending a 19-game point streak for Boston. Sidney Crosby appears to be geared up for another playoff run, he has nine points in his last five games. Home ice advantage has been huge for the Penguins during the Crosby era, they are 112-47 in their last 159 games as a home favorite. The defending Stanley Cup champions come off a 3-1 home win over the Winnipeg Jets, and they've won seven straight. This looks like a let down spot for Ovie and company. Take PIT. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-12-19 | Stars -130 v. Sabres | Top | 2-0 | Win | 100 | 25 h 25 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Dallas Stars. Dallas is coming off a 2-1 loss to Chicago at home, and they come into Buffalo as one of the two Wild Card teams in the Western Conference. With Arizona sitting just two points back in ninth place, the Stars can't afford to leave any points on the table. Buffalo is banged up, and they have lost six of their last seven overall. Their best player (Jack Eichel) will not play tonight as he's serving a suspension for a high hit in Saturday's loss to Colorado. The Stars have won seven of the last eight head to head meetings versus Buffalo, and the Sabres are 1-5 in their last six games as an underdog. Take DAL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-12-19 | Bruins v. Blue Jackets -120 | Top | 4-7 | Win | 100 | 25 h 24 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Columbus Blue Jackets. Columbus is coming off a 2-0 loss at New York last night, and here is what I said prior to the game: "The Columbus Blue Jackets come into New York desperately needing to string a few wins together. They went all in at the trade deadline, not only keeping Artemi Panarin and Sergei Bobrovsky, but also trading for Matt Duschene and Ryan Dzingel. They currently sit in the final Wild Card spot in the East, but they are tied on points with ninth place Montreal." They return home for another must win game against Boston, a team that has earned points in 19 of it's last 20 games. I had Boston pegged to suffer a let down against Pittsburgh in their last game, and they lost 3-1. Now that their streak is done, they might still be a little vulnerable here on the road in Columbus. Take CBJ. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-10-19 | Kings v. Ducks -150 | 3-2 | Loss | -150 | 20 h 34 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Anaheim Ducks. The Ducks might not be going to the playoffs, but they have salvaged some pride by playing the role of spoiler here at the end of the season. They come into tonight's home game versus LA as winners of three of four. All three of those wins came against teams battling for a playoff spot (Arizona, Colorado and Montreal). Tonight they play the last place team in the West, and LA is coming off a 4-2 loss in Arizona last night. Playing their second game of a back to back as losers of 13 of their last 14 overall, it's hard to fancy their chances. Take ANA. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-10-19 | Golden Knights v. Flames -128 | 3-6 | Win | 100 | 8 h 25 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Calgary Flames. Calgary has lost four straight, falling out of first place in the Western Conference, one point behind the San Jose Sharks. They host Las Vegas tonight, and they might be catching the Golden Knights at a good time. Vegas is playing it's second game of a back to back, coming off a late game in Vancouver last night. This looks like a good spot to turn to their backup goaltender, and Malcom Subban is just 1-6 with a 3.31 GAA on the road this season. The home team has won six straight meetings in this series, and the Golden Knights have lost eight of their last nine on the road as an underdog. Take CAL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-08-19 | Wild -105 v. Panthers | 2-6 | Loss | -105 | 16 h 18 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Minnesota Wild. The Wild are winners of six of eight, and they now occupy the last Wild Card spot in the Western Conference. There is little room for error though, with Colorado and Arizona each in striking distance. The Florida Panthers are coming off a terrible loss at Boston last night, blowing a two goal lead. The Bruins tied the game in the final minute, and scored the game winner with just seven seconds left on the clock. The Wild have had their fair share of success versus Florida, winning eight of the last 10 head to head meetings. Two of those wins came in Florida. Take MIN. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-06-19 | Flames v. Golden Knights -143 | 1-2 | Win | 100 | 20 h 19 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Las Vegas Golden Knights. The Calgary Flames come into Sin City off back to back losses, and they catch the Golden Knights at a bad time. Vegas appears to be peaking, coming into tonight's game off four straight wiins. What's most impressive about those wins is that they haven't allowed a goal in their last two games. Marc Andre Fleury faced the Flames once this season, and he recorded a shutout in that game. The Flames have lost all three of their games at Las Vegas over the last two seasons, and two of those losses were of the shutout variety. The home team is 5-0 in the last five meetings, and that's a trend that I expect will continue tonight. \ Take VGK. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-05-19 | Canadiens -130 v. Kings | 3-1 | Win | 100 | 10 h 34 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Montreal Canadiens. After winning back to back road games at Detroit and New York, the Habs lost at home to Pittsburgh over the weekend. They back out on the road tonight, playing in LA. I bet on Montreal in their win over the Rangerss, and here is what I said prior to the game: "The Habs come into New York still on the playoff bubble, while the Rangers are 10 points back in the standings. New York sold off some talent at the trade deadline, as they look to rebuild for the future. Montreal has won three of the last four head to head meetings, and they are 5-1 in their last 6 games as a favorite. The Rangers are 3-9 in their last 12 games as a home underdog. Rangers netminder Henrik Lundqvist was just 1-4-2 with a 3.16 GAA in the month of February, and he's likely to be between the pipes opposite Carey Price tonight. Price is 3-2 with a 2.00 GAA in his last five starts." The Kings will likely struggle to match the Habs intensity tonight. Take MTL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-05-19 | Rangers v. Stars -191 | 0-1 | Win | 100 | 7 h 46 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Dallas Stars. The Stars are currently occupying one of the two Wild Car spots in the Western Conference. But with Arizona and Colorado each only a few points back in the standings, there is little margin for error. The Stars host the New York Rangers tonight, and the Blue Shirst are coming in as losers of four straight. Dallas has won three of the last four head to head meetings, and they are 5-2 in their last 7 home games. The Stars are 5-1 in their last six versus teams with a losing record. The Rangers are 17-38 in their last 55 road games, and 2-8 in their last 10 games as a road underdog of +201 or greater. Take DAL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-05-19 | Panthers v. Penguins -175 | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 5 h 46 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Penguins remain one of the most talented teams in the NHL, and another Stanley Cup run could be in the works. First things first, they have to make the playoffs. Heading into tonight's home game against Florida, they are clinging to a Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference. The Columbus Blue Jackets are just two points back, and they are "all in" after adding more depth at the trade deadline. This is not game the Penguins can afford to lose. The good news for Penguins fans is that the Panthers have lost five straight in Steel Town, and they are 3-18 in the last 21 meetings in Pittsburgh. Take PIT. GL, Jesse Schule. |
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03-03-19 | Flyers v. Islanders -148 | 4-1 | Loss | -148 | 4 h 15 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the New York Islanders. The Flyers had been one of the league's hottest teams in January and February, but they come into today's game in New York as losers of three of six. They sit seven points out of a playoff spot, and they dealt Wayne Simmonds at the trade deadline. There isn't a lot left to prove for Philly at this point in the season. The Isles on the other hand are in a heated battle for first place in the Metropolitan Division, tied with Washington at 81 points. Starting goaltender Robin Lehner ranks 1st in the NHL in goals against average, and second in save percentage. The Flyers have used an NHL record eight goalies this season, and veteran Brian Elliott is expected to get the start today. The Islanders are 8-2 in their last 10 games as a home favorite. Take NYI. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-02-19 | Oilers v. Blue Jackets -225 | 4-0 | Loss | -225 | 14 h 47 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Columbus Blue Jackets. The Blue Jackets are coming off a 4-3 home win over Philly, and they will be a big favorite at home versus the Oilers today. Columbus is still on the playoff bubble, but after trading for Matt Duschene and Ryan Dzingel at the trade deadline, this team is all in focused on the present. The Oilers are down in the dumps, looking like a team that needs another rebuild. The Jackets have won seven of the last nine head to head meetings, while the Oilers are 4-13 in their last 17 overall. Edmonton has lost five of it's last six road games, while the Jackets are 5-0 in their last five versus Western Conference teams. Take CBJ. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-01-19 | Canadiens -123 v. Rangers | 4-2 | Win | 100 | 8 h 57 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Montreal Canadiens. The Habs come into New York still on the playoff bubble, while the Rangers are 10 points back in the standings. New York sold off some talent at the trade deadline, as they look to rebuild for the future. Montreal has won three of the last four head to head meetings, and they are 5-1 in their last 6 games as a favorite. The Rangers are 3-9 in their last 12 games as a home underdog. Rangers netminder Henrik Lundqvist was just 1-4-2 with a 3.16 GAA in the month of February, and he's likely to be between the pipes opposite Carey Price tonight. Price is 3-2 with a 2.00 GAA in his last five starts. Take MON. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-28-19 | Stars -116 v. Kings | Top | 4-3 | Win | 100 | 10 h 55 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Dallas Stars. The LA Kings were sellers at the trade deadline, and they come into tonight's home game versus Dallas as losers of nine straight. While the playoffs aren't a possibility for the Kings, the Stars are just one point out of the final Wild Card spot in the Western Conference. Dallas has as many wins on the road (12) as the Kings have at home. LA ranks 30th in the NHL in scoring, while the Stars rank in the Top 5 in goals against. The Stars are 7-3 in the last 10 head to head meetings, but they have won five straight at LA. I'll fade the struggling Kings at home versus a team that still has plenty to play for. Take DAL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-26-19 | Stars v. Golden Knights -195 | 1-4 | Win | 100 | 10 h 38 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Golden Knights. Vegas is looking to return to the Stanley Cup Finals in just their second season in the NHL, and they made a huge deal at the trade deadline than could help them do just that. They acquired Mark Stone from Ottawa, who had been the most sought after player available. He's widely considered to be one of the best two way players in the league. They host the Dallas Stars tonight, and Dallas is currently sitting in the first Wild Card spot in the West. These teams have played just four times prior to tonight, and the Knights won three of those four games. The Golden Knights are 17-5 in their last 22 games as a home favorite of -110 to -150. Take VGK. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-26-19 | Sabres v. Flyers -146 | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 7 h 38 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Philadelphia Flyers. Philly might have been a seller at the trade deadline, but this team isn't out of the playoffs just yet. They come into tonight's game against Buffalo as winners of 13 of their last 17. The Sabres sit just one point up on the Flyers in the standings, but Buffalo has lost five of six heading into tonight's game at Philly. The Sabres have lost four straight in the City of Brotherly Love, and they are 8-18 in the last 26 meetings. Buffalo is 2-7 in their last 9 games as an underdog of +110 to +150. Take PHI. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-25-19 | Panthers v. Avalanche -136 | 4-3 | Loss | -136 | 21 h 52 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Colorado Avalanche. The Avs have won four straight, but they are still one point out of a Wild Card spot. That means every game from here on out is a must win. Florida is 11 points out of a Wild Card spot, despite also playing well of late. Veteran goaltender Roberto Loungo has been great at home this season, but he's just 5-9 with a 3.79 GAA on the road. The Avs have won three straight meetings versus Florida by a combined score of 14-5. The Panthers are 2-6 in their last eight road games, and 3-8 in their last 11 games as a road underdog of +110 to +150. Colorado ranks in the Top 10 in the NHL in both goals scored as well as power play percentage. I like the Avs to pick up max points at home. Take COL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-24-19 | Jets -123 v. Coyotes | 1-4 | Loss | -123 | 8 h 5 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Winnipeg Jets. The Arizona Coyotes have been rebuilding for the better part of the last decade, but they have looked quite competitive lately. Even after winning five of their last seven games, they are still four points out of a Wild Card spot. Making the playoffs is always a positive, but even if Arizona was able to sneak in, an early exit in the first round would be inevitable. They host the Winnipeg Jets tonight, and the Jets are realistic Stanley Cup contender. Winnipeg snapped a three game losing streak with a 6-3 win over the Golden Knights in Vegas on Friday, and they will look to build on that momentum. This is a big night for former Coyote Shane Doan, who will see his jersey retired before the game. These type of video tributes have proven to be a potential distraction for the home team. I like the Jets to win big tonight. Take WPG. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-23-19 | Penguins -118 v. Flyers | Top | 3-4 | Loss | -118 | 28 h 13 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Flyers had been one of the league's hotter teams before dropping back to back games at Montreal and at home versus Tampa. What's particularly concerning about those games is that 20 year old rookie goaltender Carter Hart was chased from the net after allowing three goals in the opening 10 minutes in both games. If Hart is between the pipes Saturday, he'll face a star studded Penguins team that ranks in the Top 5 of the league in both goals scored and power play percentage. Not only have the Penguins won seven of the last 10 meetings, they have won five straight in the City of Brotherly Love. Take PIT. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-22-19 | Blue Jackets -180 v. Senators | 3-0 | Win | 100 | 15 h 21 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Columbus Blue Jackets. The Senators have decided to rest their top three trade targets (Matt Duchene, Mark Stone and Ryan Dzingle) until after Monday's trade deadline. The news came out this morning that Duchene has been dealt to Columbus. The Blue Jackets are expected to play their start player Artemi Panarin, who is also rumored to be available via trade. Ottawa is selling out with an eye on the future, while the Blue Jackets are gearing up for a Stanley Cup run. We should see a one sided hockey game in Canada's Capital tonight. Take CBJ. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-21-19 | Flyers v. Canadiens -133 | 1-5 | Win | 100 | 23 h 34 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Montreal Canadiens. The Flyers are one of the hottest teams in the league, coming into Montreal as winners of 12 of their last 15 overall. It might be a little earlier to start planning a parade though. They have been riding a 20 year old rookie goaltender, and Carter Hart has been lit up for a dozen goals while going 2-2 in his last four starts. The Habs are riding a veteran goaltender who is widely considered to be the best of his generation. Carey Price is having a bounc back season, and he stopped 31-of-33 shots in a 3-2 win over Columbus in his last start. The home team is 8-2 in the last 10 meetings between these teams, and the Flyers have lost six of their last eight at the Bell Center. Take MTL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-19-19 | Penguins -153 v. Devils | 4-3 | Win | 100 | 16 h 31 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Pens are one of the most talented teams in the NHL, and still considered one of the favorites to win the Stanley Cup. They find themselves still on the playoff bubble, and that means this game at New Jersey is a must win. The Devils are dead last in the Metropolitan Division, and they aren't even thinking of the playoffs at this point. The Devils have lost five of their last seven home games, and they are 3-9 in their last 12 in the fourth game of a 4-in-6 situation. They rank 29th in the league in goals against allowing 3.41 goals per game, and they face a Penguins team that ranks in the Top 5 in scoring, with a Top 5 ranked power play. Take PIT. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-18-19 | Senators v. Blackhawks -157 | 7-8 | Win | 100 | 24 h 7 m | Show | |
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02-16-19 | Blue Jackets v. Blackhawks +111 | Top | 5-2 | Loss | -100 | 24 h 58 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Chicago Blackhawks. The Hawks might be the hottest team in the league, coming into tonight's home game against Columbus as winners of eight of their last nine overall. I have bet on Chicago in several of those games, and here is what I said prior to their win over Detroit: "The Hawks come into Sunday's home game against Detroit as winners of six straight. The Red Wings on the other hand have lost back to back games, and sit just two points out of last in the Atlantic Division. The Red Wings are 18-39 in their last 57 road games, and 7-17 in their last 24 overall. Patrick Kane is just two points back of Nikita Kucherov who leads the NHL in scoring, and his partner in crime Jonathan Toews scored a highlight reel game winning goal in overtime versus Vancouver on Thursday. The Hawks are putting the rest of the league on notice ..." Chicago has won 20 of the last 27 meetings, and the home team is 6-1 in the last seven meetings. Take CHI. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-14-19 | Devils v. Blackhawks -162 | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 10 h 41 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Chicago Blackhawks. I have bet on the Blackhawks in each of their last three games, and they won two of three during that span. Here is what I said prior to their 3-2 win over Detroit: "The Hawks come into Sunday's home game against Detroit as winners of six straight. The Red Wings on the other hand have lost back to back games, and sit just two points out of last in the Atlantic Division. The Red Wings are 18-39 in their last 57 road games, and 7-17 in their last 24 overall. Patrick Kane is just two points back of Nikita Kucherov who leads the NHL in scoring, and his partner in crime Jonathan Toews scored a highlight reel game winning goal in overtime versus Vancouver on Thursday. The Hawks are putting the rest of the league on notice ..." The Devils have lost four of their last five, and they sit dead last in the Metropolitan Division. Take CHI. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-10-19 | Red Wings v. Blackhawks -170 | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 21 h 19 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Chicago Blachawks. The Hawks come into Sunday's home game against Detroit as winners of six straight. The Red Wings on the other hand have lost back to back games, and sit just two points out of last in the Atlantic Division. The Red Wings are 18-39 in their last 57 road games, and 7-17 in their last 24 overall. Patrick Kane is just two points back of Nikita Kucherov who leads the NHL in scoring, and his partner in crime Jonathan Toews scored a highlight reel game winning goal in overtime versus Vancouver on Thursday. The Hawks are putting the rest of the league on notice ... Take CHI. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-07-19 | Avalanche v. Capitals -161 | 3-4 | Win | 100 | 18 h 53 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Washington Capitals. The Caps have won two of three, snapping a seven game losing streak. They host the Colorado Avalanche tonight, and the Avs are coming off four straight losses. Colorado hasn't had much success against Washsington in recent head to head meetings, losing eight of the last nine. The Avalanche are 7-20 in their last 27 overall. and 1-6 in their last seven versus teams with a winning record. The Avs rank 28th in the NHL in penalty killing percentage, and they face a Capitals power play that is always dangerous with Alex Ovechkin. Alexander The Great is the NHL's top scorer, with five more goals than second place Patrick Kane. Ovechkin is without a doubt the most prolific goal scorer of his generation. The Capitals are 122-59 in their last 181 home games, and I'll back them in tonight's contest. Take WAS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-05-19 | Blackhawks v. Oilers -129 | Top | 6-2 | Loss | -129 | 14 h 54 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Edmonton Oilers. Edmonton has lost five straight, but each of their last three losses came in games decided by one goal. They are now three points out of a Wild Card spot, and facing a must win situation at home tonight versus Chicago. The Blachhawks are only two points back of Edmonton, but they are still dead last in the Central Division with 49 points. Chicago has won four straight, but I expect them to suffer a let down here in Edmonton. It's tough to ask this team to match the intensity of a desperate Oilers team while playing their third straight road game. The Blackhawks are 13-30 in their last 43 road games, and 2-8 in their last 10 games playing on two days rest. Take EDM. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-01-19 | Flames v. Capitals +102 | Top | 3-4 | Win | 102 | 23 h 58 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Washington Capitals. The defending Stanley Cup champs have now lost seven straight, but I don't believe there is any reason to panic. Take a close look at this losing streak and you will see that their backup goaltender started the majority of those losses, and they played some tough teams during that stretch (Toronto, Nashville, San Jose). Calgary is way out in front in the Pacific Division, and they come into the nation's capital as winners of eight of their last nine. They should face a stiff challenge here from a desperate Capitals team. This Washington team can turn things around quickly, as they did in last year's playoffs coming back from a 3-1 series deficit against Columbus. I'll take the Caps as a home dog. Take WAS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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01-23-19 | Hurricanes v. Canucks -115 | Top | 5-2 | Loss | -115 | 24 h 24 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Vancouver Canucks. We are witnessing a hockey renaissance in Vancouver, and the Canucks are riding a high heading into tonight's home game against Carlolina. Superstar rookie Elias Pettersson returned to the lineup Sunday, scoring a goal and an assist in a 3-2 home win over Detroit. Vancouver is now in a solid position to reach the post-season, something that wasn't expected at the beginning of the season. Pettersson can take a lot of credit, averaging over a point per game as a rookie. He's currently on pace to score more goals as a rookie than the likes of Sidney Crosby and Mario Lemieux. Carolina comes in as losers of three of their last four, and they just played the Oilers and Flames in Alberta. This looks like a tough spot for the visitors. Take VAN. GL, Jesse Schule |
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01-20-19 | Red Wings v. Canucks -135 | Top | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 20 h 29 m | Show |
This is an 8* play on the Vancouver Canucks. The Canucks are 2-0-1 on their current home stand, and they host the cellar dwelling Detroit Red Wings Sunday. Detroit has lost five of it's last six on the road, and sits in dead last in the Atlantic Division Standings. Rookie sensation Elias Pettersson is expected to be back for the Canucks, and despite only playing 38 games he leads the team in goals with 22 and points with 42. His return would be welcome as the Canucks have lost four of six since he went down with a knee injury. The Red Wings are 16-37 in their last 53 road games, and 1-6 in their last 7 games playing on 1 days rest. This is a far bigger game for the home team than it is for the visitors. Take VAN. GL, Jesse Schule |
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01-19-19 | Sharks v. Lightning -140 | Top | 3-6 | Win | 100 | 21 h 55 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Tampa Lightning. The Lightning are the best team in the NHL, sitting 14 points clear of second place Toronto in the East, and seven points clear of the Calgary Flames who are in first place in the West. Tampa has lost two of it's last three games, and coming off a 4-2 loss to the Leafs they should be able to get back on track in a home game against the San Jose Sharks. After winning seven straight, the Sharks lost at Arizona on Wednesday. Heading out east could prove to be a tough test for a team that has had an impressive run. Tampa is 19-5 at home, and they rank first in the NHL in scoring, and they also have the league's best power play. It's hard not to like Tampa as a small favorite on home ice. Take TB. GL, Jesse Schule |
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01-12-19 | Coyotes v. Oilers -138 | Top | 3-2 | Loss | -138 | 19 h 52 m | Show |
This is an 8* play on the Edmonton Oilers. The Arizona Coyotes have been hit hard by injuries, and they face a tough road game at Edmonton tonight. The Oilers have won seven of their last eight against the Coyotes, and four straight home meetings versus Arizona. The home team has won five of the last seven meetings. The Oilers are coming off a 4-3 overtime win over the Florida Panthers, and they will look to build on that here tonight. Connor McDavid has scored five goals in his last five games, and the two time scoring champ scored the winner in the shootout versus Florida. McDavid had a pair of goals and an assist in a 3-1 win at Arizona last week. Take EDM. GL, Jesse Schule |
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01-11-19 | Panthers v. Flames -203 | 3-4 | Win | 100 | 21 h 40 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Calgary Flames. The Flames are HOT, HOT HOT! Calgary has won five of it's last six overall, and they sit in first place in the Pacific Divsion. They host Florida tonight, and the Panthers are playing the second game of a back to back in Alberta after losing in OT in Edmonton last night. Johnny Hockey is on fire, scoring five goals and six assists in five games in January. He's now in the Top 5 in the NHL in scoring, and quickly becoming a serious Hart Trophy candidate. Calgary has won four of the last five head to head meetings versus Florida, and the Panthers have lost six in a row versus teams with a winning record. The Panthers are 16-43-2 in their last 61 games following OT on the previous day. Take CAL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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01-10-19 | Coyotes v. Canucks -123 | Top | 4-3 | Loss | -123 | 21 h 47 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Vancouver Canucks. The Arizona Coyotes come into Vancouver off a 5-0 shutout win over the Rangers. That could set them up for a let down on the road against a gritty young team that still has plenty of fight. The Coyotes are bottom feeders in the Western Conference, a lot closer to winning a lottery pick than they are to making a playoff spot. Vancouver isn't a team that needs to focus on the draft, as they already have all the pieces in place, and just need to develop the young talent that they already have. The home team is 6-2 straight up in the last eight meetings, and the Coyotes are 9-23-1 in the last 33 meetings in Vancouver. Arizona has a long history of futility on the road, the Coyotes are 37-83 in their last 120 road games. I'll take the home team as just a slight favorite. Take VAN. GL, Jesse Schule |
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01-10-19 | Maple Leafs -155 v. Devils | 4-2 | Win | 100 | 6 h 39 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Toronto Maple Leafs. Toronto is one of the top teams in the NHL, coming off an ugly 4-0 loss to Nashville. Over the years I have found that really good teams normally respond with a solid performance coming off such a loss. The Leafs are in New Jersey tonight, and the Devils are really struggling without superstar Taylor Hall. New Jersey returns home from a four game road trip that saw them lose three of four games. The Leafs have been lights out on the road, with a record of 14-5-1. Their most recent game in New Jersey was a 7-2 blowout win. The Devils are 3-9 in their last 12 games playing on 1 days rest. Take TOR. GL, Jesse Schule |