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12-19-15 | Flames v. Blues -170 | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 18 h 27 m | Show | |
I am playing on ST LOUIS (vs Calgary) as my *7 Afternoon Annihilator Saturday @ 3:05 PM ET - The Flames are hot but the Blues have won 6 of their last 7 meetings with Calgary and that includes all 3 in St Louis. The Blues are 9-5 this season when facing a team with a losing record. The Flames have lost both their road games this season that had a total set at 5 goals. Calgary has trouble winning games expecting to be tighter, low-scoring match-ups. 5 of the victories in the Flames current 7-game winning streak came on home ice. The Flames are not as strong away from home and they had lost 11 of their first 14 road games this season before catching two teams at the right time and winning their first two games of this road trip. Calgary now faces a very tough test with facing a St Louis team that is fully focused on what is their final home game before Christmas. I am expecting the Blues to continue their long-term series domination of Calgary in Saturday's match-up as they host the Flames. |
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12-18-15 | Bruins v. Penguins OVER 5 | Top | 6-2 | Win | 100 | 22 h 39 m | Show |
I am playing on the OVER in Pittsburgh (vs Boston) as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total on Friday @ 7:05 PM ET - The Penguins were shutout at Boston on Wednesday. The 3-0 Bruins win stayed well under the total of course. Often in these home and home sets you will see the 2nd game play out in much different fashion than the first and that's why I am backing the over in the rematch. The Penguins have been pushing hard with getting a lot of shots on goal since the coaching change but they are simply having trouble finding the back of the net. Look for that to change tonight. The Bruins are 11-6 to the over after a shutout win. Boston is 30-18 to the over in road games where the total is set at 5 goals. Pittsburgh is 5-1 to the over this season in home games where the total is set at 5 goals. The Penguins are again without #1 goalie Marc-Andre Fleury tonight. Look for the Pens offense to response off the shutout loss but the Bruins will again do some damage against Penguins goalie Jeff Zatkoff. |
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12-17-15 | Oilers v. Blackhawks -203 | 0-4 | Win | 100 | 24 h 7 m | Show | |
I am playing on CHICAGO (vs Edmonton) as my *6 Blue Marlin on Thursday @ 8:35 ET - Perfect timing to back the Hawks even though there is a price to lay here. The Oilers were on a surprising 6 game win streak but they just had that end in their loss in New York against the Rangers on Tuesday. Oftentimes when a long winning streak like that ends (especially in the case of an overall subpar team) all it takes is one loss to build the next losing streak and that is what I expect to be the case here. The Oilers are absolutely facing the Blackhawks at the wrong time. Chicago is off of a 3-0 shutout loss on home ice and is fired up to get right back on track. The Hawks had won four of their five prior games and those wins came by a combined score of 13 to 2. That type of domination should resume Thursday. The Hawks are 7-1 overall (including 4-0 on home ice) the past three seasons against the Oilers. Chicago is 4-2 this season when off of a loss by a margin of two goals or more. Also, the Blackhawks are 10-4 in their games against teams with a losing record. In home games with the total set at 5.5 goals, Chicago has gone a perfect 6-0. The Oilers are 30-73 in their last 103 games against teams with a losing record. Edmonton is unlikely to bounce back off of the loss to the Rangers. The Oilers are 24-51 when off of a loss by a margin of 2 goals or more in their prior game. Blackhawks get back into the win column at the United Center Thursday. |
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12-17-15 | Panthers v. Devils -130 | Top | 5-1 | Loss | -130 | 23 h 48 m | Show |
I am playing on NEW JERSEY (vs Florida) as my *10 Personal Favorite on Thursday @ 7:05 PM ET - Florida is off of a big 5-1 win against the Islanders on Tuesday night but the Panthers had previously lost three of their prior four games. Before the upset victory, Florida has been held to 2 goals or less in 5 of their past 6 games. The Panthers will again be challenged to score in Thursday's game as they face a New Jersey team off of a shutout win over the Sabres. The Devils have allowed just 2 goals or less in 6 of their last 9 games. After Florida's surprising win, the Panthers are likely to quickly be shutdown by the stifling defense of New Jersey. The Panthers are 16-29 the last three seasons when they scored 4 goals or more in their prior game. Florida is 30-57 the last three seasons in games against teams with a winning record. The Devils have won each of their last four home meetings with the Panthers and the situation is perfect for New Jersey to make that a 5-0 run. Florida had allowed at least three goals in three of their last four games before they got the win over the Islanders. Look for another rough night for the Panthers between the pipes in New Jersey as they've struggled to win here for years having lost 29 of their last 41 visits. |
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12-16-15 | Penguins v. Bruins OVER 5 | Top | 0-3 | Loss | -120 | 23 h 9 m | Show |
I am playing on the OVER in Boston (vs Pittsburgh) as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total on Wednesday @ 8:05 PM ET - Even though Pittsburgh scored only one goal in their first game after the coaching change that took place this past weekend, the Penguins did get a lot of shots on goal and were very aggressive in the offensive zone. Look for that trending to continue here as the Penguins will be pushing hard to get their first win since the coaching change but must do it without their starting goalie. Pittsburgh lost goalie Marc-Andre Fluery for 1-2 weeks with a concussion. The Pens have given up 16 goals in their last 5 games. The Penguins will be trying to stop a Bruins offense that has scored 41 goals in their 13 games. Pittsburgh's defense will have their hands full here as Boston is surging with confidence thanks to 8 wins in their last 12 games. The Penguins have had at least 42 shots on goal in each of their last two games. The Bruins had 49 shots on goal in their most recent game. As you can see, both goalies are likely to get peppered with shots tonight. |
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12-15-15 | Flames v. Predators UNDER 5.5 | Top | 2-1 | Win | 100 | 22 h 56 m | Show |
I am playing on the UNDER in Nashville (vs Calgary) as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total on Tuesday @ 8:05 PM ET - The Predators are off of a 3-2 loss to the Avalanche on Saturday and Nashville will turn to their solid defense to try and quickly resume the winning. Before that defeat the Preds had held 4 of their last 6 opponents to 2 goals or less. Calgary comes into this game on a streak of high-scoring games but the style of hockey the Predators play makes them the type of team that can shut down the Flames attack in a hurry. Look for the Preds to clog the neutral zone and frustrate Calgary. 8 of the Flames 12 road games with a total set at 5.5 goals this season have stayed under the total. That streak is 42 of 68 to the under the last three seasons. 45 of the Predators last 71 games against teams with a losing record have stayed under the total. Look for the Preds to impose their will and, with the advantage of home ice, this game will be played at the pace Nashville wants. They slow this one down looking to get right back into the win column and that spells under in this one. |
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12-15-15 | Panthers v. Islanders -153 | 5-1 | Loss | -153 | 21 h 57 m | Show | |
I am playing on the NY Islanders (vs Florida) as my *8 Blue Marlin Special on Tuesday @ 7:05 PM ET - The Islanders are red hot as they have won eight of their last ten games. The Isles 4-0 win over New Jersey on Sunday was the 4th time in their last 5 home games that the Islanders have allowed 1 goal or less. The Isles will frustrate a Panthers team that often struggles to find the back of the net. Florida comes into this game off of a 3-1 loss at Boston and that was the 5th time in their last 6 games that they were held to 2 goals or less. The Islanders are playing this game with revenge as they have lost three straight to the Panthers including their lone match-up so far this season. That game took place in Florida and now it's time for the Isles to get their home ice revenge. The Islanders are 4-1 on home ice this season in games with a total set at 5 goals or less. The Panthers have won just 29 of their last 86 games against teams with a winning record. Florida comes into this game having lost three of their last four games and the Panthers will prove to be no match for an Islanders team that is on fire right now. |
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12-14-15 | Sabres v. Red Wings -180 | 2-1 | Loss | -180 | 22 h 43 m | Show | |
I am playing on DETROIT (vs Buffalo) as my *6 Blue Marlin on Monday @ 7:35 ET - The Red Wings have had two full days off since their tight Friday night loss to the Devils. Detroit will be "in a mood" when they take to the home ice Monday night at Joe Louis Arena. The Red Wings catch the Sabres off of an upset win over the LA Kings so the timing here is perfect. Buffalo has lost 9 of 12 when they are off of a non-conference game. The Sabres are 5-15 when playing with revenge and the Red Wings have won each of their last four meetings with Buffalo. In fact, Detroit has won 26 of the last 30 meetings with the Sabres. With that said, though the Red Wings are a little pricey here, they are well worth the money line here. The Sabres have lost 28 of their last 38 road games that had a total set at 5.5 goals. |
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12-14-15 | Sabres v. Red Wings UNDER 5.5 | Top | 2-1 | Win | 100 | 22 h 42 m | Show |
I am playing on the UNDER in Detroit (vs Buffalo) as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total on Monday @ 7:35 ET - The Sabres are off of a 2-1 win over the LA Kings Saturday and they'll be looking to build off that victory in Detroit Monday. The Sabres know that their best shot to steal a road win at Joe Louis Arena would be by turning this game into a tight, low-scoring affair. They don't want to get into a fast-paced game with the Red Wings on their home ice. With that said, I look for a tight grinding style in tonight's game. Detroit is off of a loss to the Devils where they feel like they let one get away so the Red Wings will also be looking to give a much better defensive effort in the neutral zone and in their own end of the ice. 5 of the Red Wings 6 games this season when playing with two days rest have resulted in unders. 7 of 10 Detroit divisional games have stayed under the total. The Wings have had 32 unders and just 17 overs in their last 49 home games with a total set at 5.5 goals. 5 of 7 Sabres divisional games have stayed under the total this season and Buffalo has had 25 unders and only 13 overs in their last 38 road games with a total set at 5.5 goals. |
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12-13-15 | Canucks v. Blackhawks OVER 5 | Top | 0-4 | Loss | -131 | 19 h 9 m | Show |
I am playing on the OVER in Chicago (vs Vancouver) as my *10 NHL Blue Chip Super Total on Sunday @ 7:05 PM ET - Vancouver has scored at least 4 goals in 3 of their last 4 meetings with Chicago. The Blackhawks have scored at least 3 goals in 3 straight meetings with the Canucks. This will be these clubs second meeting this season and the first one totaled 9 goals in Vancouver last month. Look for another wild one at Chicago's United Center in tonight's rematch. The Blackhawks are off of a big divisional win in shutout fashion against Winnipeg on Friday. There have been just 2 unders in 8 occurrences this season when the Blackhawks are off of a divisional game. There have been 46 home games the past three seasons where the total was set at a 5 or less in Chicago and only 13 of those 46 games resulted in an under. The Canucks are off of a tight 2-1 win over the Rangers in their most recent game and the over has gone 7-3 this season when Vancouver is off of a non-conference game. |
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12-12-15 | Wild v. Sharks -139 | 2-0 | Loss | -139 | 26 h 49 m | Show | |
I am playing on SAN JOSE (vs Minnesota) as my *8 Blue Marlin on Saturday @ 10:35 ET - The Sharks have won each of their last three home ice meetings with Minnesota. After some rare, recent struggles San Jose has had two days off to get back into shape physically and mentally so they can get back on track immediately. Look for the Sharks to dominate this one from the opening tip. San Jose is catching the Wild at the perfect time as Minnesota is in a back to back spot as they were in Arizona last night. The Wild are off to a good start this December (as of heading into the match-up with the Coyotes) but this is a tough scheduling spot and Minnesota lost 17 of 26 games the past two Decembers. The Sharks went 18-8 the past two seasons when playing with two days of rest between games and I expect San Jose to take advantage of that situation with this Saturday game as well. Home ice, scheduling, motivation...it all lines up well for a Sharks team ready to end their recent losing streak. |
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12-12-15 | Stars +128 v. Blues | Top | 0-3 | Loss | -100 | 24 h 38 m | Show |
I am playing on DALLAS (@ St Louis) as my *10 Best Bet on Saturday @ 8:05 PM ET - Even though this is a back to back situation for the Stars they already have won 2 of 3 in this situation this season. Dallas is one of the top teams in the league so far this season. On the road this season the Stars have won 11 of 15. They are taking on a Blues team that has only won 8 of their 15 road games this season. St Louis comes into this game having lost four of their last five games. This series has been dominated by the road team as the away team has won five straight meetings and each of the last three meetings have been won by a margin of at least two goals. St Louis has been held to two goals or less in four of their last five games. Dallas is the highest scoring team in the league and is also a perfect 8-0 this season in games against team with a winning record. Look for them to improve to 9-0 on Saturday. Stars definitely getting a lot of line value as the road dog in this one. |
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12-11-15 | Red Wings v. Devils UNDER 5 | Top | 2-3 | Push | 0 | 25 h 50 m | Show |
I am playing on the UNDER in New Jersey (vs Detroit) as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total on Friday @ 7:05 ET - Detroit hosted Montreal last night and got the big 3-2 divisional win against the 1st place team. That will leave the Red Wings a little low on energy for tonight's game at New Jersey since this is a back to back for Detroit plus it is the Wings 3rd game in 4 days. The Red Wings will be pushing for a tight-checking low-scoring game here and that style meshes perfectly with the way the Devils like to play. New Jersey comes into this game with two full days of rest between games as they have been off since a 3-2 loss at Toronto on Tuesday. When the Devils enter a game with two days of rest, the under has come in 6 of 8 times this season. Also, New Jersey's games against teams with a winning record this season have resulted in unders 5 of 6 times. In a home game with the total set at 5 goals or less by the odds makers, the under has come in 46 of 69 times the last 3 seasons. |
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12-10-15 | Sabres v. Flames -162 | 3-4 | Win | 100 | 15 h 36 m | Show | |
I am playing on CALGARY (vs Buffalo) as my *7 Blue Marlin on Thursday @ 9:05 ET - The Sabres are wrapping up a three game road trip and things have not gone well for Buffalo as they have lost the first two games by a combined score of 9 to 4. The Sabres are taking on a Flames team that has won three straight games by a combined score of 13 to 9 as Calgary has been enjoying home ice. The Flames have won seven straight games at home and the Sabres are unlikely to slow them down. Buffalo has lost 9 of their last 12 games and simply can't keep the puck out of their own net! The Sabres have given up 4 goals or more in 3 of their last 4 games. Buffalo has lost 8 of their 11 games in non-conference action this season. The Sabres have lost 27 of their last 37 road games with a total set at 5.5 goals. When things are really going bad for Buffalo the Sabres struggle to turn it around. That's why the Sabres have lost 59 of their last 78 when they are off of a loss by a margin of 2 goals or more. There is a price to lay here of course but it is well worth it based on the way the Flames have been playing at home and the way the Sabres have struggled so badly in recent weeks. |
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12-09-15 | Bruins v. Canadiens -118 | Top | 3-1 | Loss | -118 | 23 h 51 m | Show |
I am playing on MONTREAL (vs Boston) as my *10 NHL Game of the Week on Wednesday @ 7:35 PM ET - The Canadiens have basically 'owned' the Bruins in recent meetings. It's been six straight victories for Montreal all by a margin of at least two goals. The Habs blasted Boston by the exact same score of 4-2 in each of their first two meetings this season. Wednesday night the Canadiens are hosting the Bruins and Montreal is not only 7-1 in divisional games this season, the Habs are also 9-2 in their games against teams with a winning record. In home games with a total set at 5 goals or less, Montreal has won 46 of their last 77 games. The Bruins have lost three of their last four games heading into this one and Boston has allowed at least three goals in five of last seven games. Though the Bruins play this game with revenge, that is a situation that has seen them lose 9 of 13 times this season. Boston is playing their 4th game in 6 nights while the Canadiens are playing for the first time since Saturday's loss at Carolina. Look for that rest factor to play a huge role tonight as Montreal's dominance over Boston continues. |
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12-08-15 | Coyotes v. Blues -201 | 1-4 | Win | 100 | 22 h 45 m | Show | |
I am playing on ST LOUIS (vs Arizona) as my *6 Blue Marlin Special on Tuesday @ 8:05 ET - The Blues have uncharacteristically lost three straight games. The Coyotes should provide the perfect opportunity for St Louis to get back on track. The Blues are 31-13 the last three seasons in home games that have a total set at 5.5 goals. St Louis is also 25-13 the last three seasons when they enter a game off of two days rest. The Blues needed that break both physically and mentally and tonight I look for St Louis to take advantage of a Coyotes team playing the final game of a five game road trip. Arizona has lost the first four games of this road trip and the Yotes have been struggling to score goals on the road. Before putting up four at Carolina, Arizona had scored two goals or less in 6 of their last 7 road games. The Coyotes are 12-26 in road games with a total set at 5.5 goals the last 3 seasons. Arizona also has lost 38 of their last 49 games against teams with a winning record. This one sets up nicely to be a dominating home win for the Blues and that's why there is line value here, even in this price range. |
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12-08-15 | Coyotes v. Blues UNDER 5.5 | Top | 1-4 | Win | 100 | 22 h 44 m | Show |
I am playing on the UNDER in St Louis (vs Arizona) as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total on Tuesday @ 8:05 ET - Blues games have gone over the total just twice in their last ten games. Jake Allen is expected to get the start in goal for St Louis tonight and only 2 of his 11 home starts this season have resulted in overs. This will be the Blues 10th game this season against a team with a losing record and, of the first nine games, only one resulted in an over. Arizona comes into this game riding a streak of overs but, prior to their 5-4 loss at Carolina, the Coyotes had been held to 2 goals or less in 6 of their last 7 road games. With the Blues at home and fired up off of three straight losses, the Coyotes are unlikely to be able to get much going on offensive in this road game either. The value of having this total at 5.5 goals is an added bonus and I look for this Blues game to end up at a total of just 4 or 5 goals as Allen comes up with a huge game between the pipes when St Louis needs him most. |
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12-07-15 | Sabres v. Canucks -175 | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 24 h 15 m | Show | |
I am playing on VANCOUVER (vs Buffalo) as my 6* Customer Appreciation Special on Monday @ 10:05 PM ET - The Canucks are worth the price here. Sabres are in a back to back spot after losing last night at Edmonton. Buffalo then had to travel to Vancouver for this game tonight and the Canucks aren't exactly in a hospitable mode right now. Look for Vancouver to be fired up after losing via a 4-0 shutout at home against Boston on Saturday. The Canucks have won each of their last two games when hosting Buffalo and overall 7 of the last 11 in Vancouver. The Canucks are seeking revenge for a 3-2 loss at Buffalo last month and Vancouver annihilated the Sabres by a 5-2 count the last time the Canucks had the home ice edge against Buffalo. The Sabres come into this game having lost 8 of their last 11 games. Buffalo is also an awful 12-44 in road games with a total set at 5 goals. The Sabres are 8-28 when playing on back to back days and 19-58 when they are off of a loss by a margin of two or more goals. Look for the Sabres to drop to 3-8 on the season in games against Western Conference foes. |
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12-07-15 | Sabres v. Canucks OVER 5 | Top | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 24 h 15 m | Show |
I am playing on the OVER in Vancouver (vs Buffalo) as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total on Monday @ 10:05 PM ET - These match-ups have a tendency to be high-scoring as only 8 of the last 24 meetings have stayed under the total. Only 1 of the last 5 meetings between these teams has stayed under the total. The last three meetings between these clubs have averaged 7 goals per game. The Canucks come into this match-up having allowed four goals in three of their last four games. Buffalo has been scoring well with 19 goals in their last 5 games but the Canucks are likely to match them goal for goal tonight as the Sabres have allowed 11 goals in their last three games. The over is 4-1 this season in Buffalo games when they are off of a game where they allowed 4 goals or more. The over is 4-0 in Sabres road games this season with a total set at 5 goals or less. The over is 3-0 in Canucks home games this season with a total set at 5 goals or less. Vancouver is playing this game with revenge because of the 3-2 road loss at Buffalo on the 7th of November and the Canucks are 7-3 to the over this season when they are playing with revenge. |
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12-06-15 | Sabres v. Oilers -130 | Top | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 22 h 25 m | Show |
I am playing on EDMONTON (vs Buffalo) as my *10 Personal Favorite on Sunday @ 8:05 ET - The Sabres are off of a 5-2 win over Arizona on Friday but Buffalo now takes to the road where they have lost 3 of their last 4 games. Edmonton is off of a home win over Dallas on Friday and this Sunday match-up with the Sabres is the middle game of a 5-game homestand for an Oilers team that has won each of their last three games on home ice. Edmonton also swept the season series with Buffalo last season. The Oilers have allowed just 2 goals or less in five of their last eight games. The Sabres, prior to their 5-2 win Thursday, had allowed 3 goals or more in five of their last eight games. Buffalo has lost 43 of their last 55 road games that have a total set at five goals or less. Against the Western Conference, the Sabres have lost 48 of their last 65 games. The Oilers are beginning to get some traction on home ice and the situation is perfect for Edmonton to make it 4 straight W's on home ice as they catch Buffalo off a rare big win on Friday. |
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12-06-15 | Jets v. Blackhawks -195 | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 19 h 26 m | Show | |
I am playing on CHICAGO (vs Winnipeg) as my *6 Blue Marlin on Sunday @ 5:05 ET - Winnipeg got a 2-1 OT win over Washington yesterday afternoon. Not only does that make this a back to back spot for the Jets, it also makes it a letdown spot from an emotional standpoint. Winnipeg has lost 7 of their last 8 road games and now travels to take on a Chicago team that has won 8 of their last 11 home games. The Blackhawks, unlike the Jets, were off yesterday. Scheduling edge and home ice advantage both belong to Chicago in this one. Also, the Hawks are off of a 4-3 loss to Ottawa and Chicago is 4-1 this season when off of a game where they allowed 4 goals or more. The Blackhawks are also 8-2 this season when off of a non-conference game. In home games with the total set at 5.5 goals Chicago is 4-0 this season. Winnipeg is 3-7 in divisional games this season and 4-8 in road games with a total set at 5.5 goals. |
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12-05-15 | Bruins v. Canucks -113 | Top | 4-0 | Loss | -113 | 10 h 43 m | Show |
I am playing on VANCOUVER (vs Boston) as my *10 BEST BET on Saturday @ 10:05 PM ET - The Canucks are off of a home loss to Dallas on Thursday and are in full bounce back mode here catching Boston on a tough cross country road trip so the set up is ideal for a big Vancouver win here. The Canucks won both meetings with the Bruins last season. They also have won each of their last two meetings with Boston in Vancouver and that includes a huge 5-2 win over the Bruins in February. Boston has already lost games at Edmonton and Calgary on this Western road swing and the Bruins are already looking forward to being home for their next game (hosting Nashville) on Monday. The scheduling situation here favors the Canucks and, though Vancouver has struggled recently, they will take advantage of a Bruins team in back to back spot that used both goalies in last night's game at Calgary. Boston had intended to save Tuukka Rask for the start tonight but he was used in relief of Jonas Gustavsson last night. Look for the Canucks to send Boston to their third straight loss. |
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12-05-15 | Maple Leafs v. Blues -200 | 4-1 | Loss | -200 | 24 h 19 m | Show | |
I am playing on ST LOUIS (vs Toronto) as my 6* Blue Marlin on Saturday @ 7:05 ET - Even though there is a significant price to lay here on the Blues, St Louis should prove to be well worth it. The Blues are off back to back losses where they managed just one goal in each game. St Louis doesn't play again until Tuesday and so the Maple Leafs have their full focus for this Saturday evening match-up. Look for Toronto's struggles to continue here as the Leafs come in to this match-up having lost 5 of their last 6 games. Just when it looked like Toronto had possibly 'righted the ship' things quickly have taken a turn for the worse again. The Maple Leafs are 1-8 this season when they are off of a game where they scored one goal or less. In road games where the total is set at 5 goals or less, the Leafs have gone 3-13. Also, the Leafs have lost 7 of their 8 Saturday games this season. The Blues have made sure to take advantage when facing weaker opposition this season as St Louis has gone 6-2 in their games against teams with a losing record. Also, the Blues are 57-22 the last 3 seasons combined when facing a team that has a losing record. St Louis needs a big home win to get back on track here and I expect them to get it as they take advantage of facing the young Leafs goalie Garret Sparks. |
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12-04-15 | Sharks v. Ducks -119 | Top | 0-1 | Win | 100 | 26 h 1 m | Show |
I am playing on ANAHEIM (vs San Jose) as my *10 Blue Marlin on Friday @ 10:05 ET - The Ducks are off of a 2-1 loss to Tampa Bay on Wednesday after they had previously won two of their last three games. The Sharks got annihilated by a 5-1 score at home against Pittsburgh Tuesday and San Jose has now lost two of their last three games. The Ducks were shutout on home ice the last time they hosted the Sharks but Anaheim had previously won 3 of their last 4 meetings with the Sharks on home ice. In other words, look for the home ice revenge to be at 'full effect' on Friday night in Southern Cal. The Ducks are on a 21-7 run in December games and Anaheim also is on a 26-13 run in home games with a posted total of 5 goals or less. In divisional games the Ducks are on a 50-29 run. San Jose has been having trouble keeping the puck out of their own net and the Sharks have gone over the total in four straight games as a result. Leaky play in your own end does catch up with you eventually and that's part of the reason the Sharks have lost 2 of their last 3 games and San Jose is on a 9-13 run when they enter a game on a run of three or more consecutive overs. Anaheim gets back on track on home ice as the Sharks continue to struggle between the pipes. |
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12-04-15 | Bruins v. Flames UNDER 5.5 | Top | 4-5 | Loss | -123 | 25 h 3 m | Show |
I am playing on the UNDER in Calgary (vs Boston) as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total on Friday @ 9:05 ET - The last meeting between these teams in Calgary went over the total but, prior to that, 6 of the last 8 meetings between the teams in Calgary had stayed under the total. The Flames are off of a 4-3 win over Dallas but previously Calgary had scored an average of just 2 goals per game in their last 8 games. With that said, there is certainly great line value on the under here with this total at 5.5 goals. The Bruins are off of a 3-2 loss at Edmonton Wednesday that stayed under the total. Only one of Boston's last four road games has gone over the total. The Bruins have stayed under the total in 4 of their 6 games this season against teams with a losing record. The Flames have played 14 games against team with a winning record this season and only 5 of those went over the total. 5 of Calgary's 6 Friday games this season have resulted in unders. In the month of December for the Flames, 19 of 29 games the last three seasons have stayed under the total. As typically is the case when these bruising teams match-up in Calgary, look for a tight, low-scoring game Friday. |
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12-03-15 | Stars v. Canucks +109 | Top | 4-2 | Loss | -100 | 26 h 7 m | Show |
I am playing on VANCOUVER (vs Dallas) as my *10 NHL Game of the Week on Thursday @ 10:05 ET - Beautiful home dog spot for the Canucks who seek revenge for a loss at Dallas last week on Friday. Vancouver has been plagued by a tough schedule recently as they've had to play a ridiculous 11 of their last 13 games on the road. The Canucks have been looking forward to this four game homestand with great anticipation and Thursday's game is an important one for Vancouver to get right back on track. Dallas has had Vancouver's number in recent seasons and that has the Canucks coming into this home game with the view point that it is a must win game. Vancouver catches Dallas at a good time as the Stars are off of a loss late at Calgary on Tuesday and blowing game like that late on the road is always difficult to bounce back from. Additionally, the Stars have a game on deck with Edmonton Friday night. Dallas is unlikely to have the same focus that Vancouver will tonight. Goalie Kari Lehtonen is expected to be available Thursday but the Stars have been on a big run with goalie Anntti Niemi. Sometimes a goalie situation like this actually ends up causing a distraction when the #1 guy comes back. It will be interesting to see how the Stars respond but, one thing is for certain, the Canucks are going to "bring it" tonight. The Canucks went 15-9 the past two Decembers and they know they need another big month here. This is their first home game of the month and they will make the most of it. Excellent line value here with Vancouver as a home dog. |
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12-03-15 | Panthers v. Predators -150 | 2-1 | Loss | -150 | 25 h 43 m | Show | |
I am playing on NASHVILLE (vs Florida) as an *8* Blue Marlin on Thursday @ 8:05 PM ET - The Predators are off of a 5-2 win over Arizona where the Preds outshot the Coyotes by a 41 to 15 margin. Having previously lost five of their last six it was almost as if Nashville had said 'enough is enough' and they certainly turned things around on home ice quickly against Arizona. I look for Nashville to maintain that momentum here as they remain on home ice and are hosting the Panthers in an ideal 'fade' situation. The Predators have won 8 of 12 on home ice this season and they catch Florida after huge back to back road wins at Detroit and St Louis. Before those two victories, the Panthers had lost 6 of their first 9 road games this season. Overall, Florida has been outshot in 7 of their last 9 road games. Nashville is 35-22 in home games with a total set at 5 goals or less. Florida is 12-23 when they are off of a win by a margin of two goals or more and, overall, the Panthers are 27-55 in their last 82 games against teams with a winning record. The bottom line here is there is significant line value because of the Preds recent struggles (albeit on the road) and the Panthers recent success (rare road upsets). Take advantage of the line value and lay the price with Nashville. |
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12-02-15 | Lightning v. Ducks -124 | Top | 2-1 | Loss | -124 | 28 h 51 m | Show |
I am playing on ANAHEIM (vs Tampa Bay) as my *10 Personal Favorite on Wednesday @ 10:35 PM ET - The Ducks are out for revenge here. Not only did they lose 5-0 at Anaheim on the 21st of November, Anaheim also was knocked off by a 4-1 final at home in these teams last meeting in California. It's revenge time for the Ducks and Anaheim has gone 21-6 in December games the past two seasons. The Lightning come into this game reeling off of back to back losses and they have lost three straight road games and this is the first of a three game road trip on the West Coast for the Lightning. These cross country trips are not known for being easy and the Lightning are 3-6 this season in road games with a total set at 5 goals or less. The Ducks are 26-12 in home games with a total set at 5 goals or less. Anaheim also is 54-21 the last three seasons combined when they are off of a game where they scored 4 goals or more. Off of their big 4-0 win over Vancouver and seeking revenge against the Lightning, look for the Ducks to roll on Wednesday night. |
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12-02-15 | Maple Leafs v. Jets -178 | 1-6 | Win | 100 | 25 h 52 m | Show | |
I am playing on WINNIPEG (vs Toronto) as my *6 Blue Marlin SPECIAL on Wednesday @ 7:35 ET - Toronto comes into this game off of a shutout win for rookie goalie Sparks. How rare is that? In the history of Maple Leafs hockey - and that is a LONG history - there has never been a rookie goal before Sparks that has notched a shutout in his first ever career start. With that said, look for things to quickly return to 'normal' for the Leafs and that means a return to their losing ways. Before the shutout win Toronto had lost three straight games and, overall, they have lost 7 of their last 10 road games. The Jets come into this game off of a road loss at Colorado but they have won 2 of their last 3 at home and had won 3 of their last 5 overall before that defeat. The Jets already beat the Maple Leafs by a 4-2 count at the Air Canada Centre and now they get a chance to impose their will at home. With the Jets off of a road loss and the Leafs off a rare shutout win at home and now going on the road to visit Winnipeg, the set up here is perfect. |
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12-01-15 | Panthers v. Blues -180 | 3-1 | Loss | -180 | 23 h 7 m | Show | |
I am playing on ST LOUIS (vs Florida) as a *6 Tuesday @ 8:05 ET - St Louis catches Florida off of their big upset win at Joe Louis Arena in Detroit. After a big win like that (late score in 3rd for tie, then big game winner in OT) a team often falls flat in their next game. That is what I expect here and I look for the Blues to take full advantage of the situation. St Louis has won all 4 meetings with Florida the past two seasons and I look for the series dominance for the Blues to continue tonight. St Louis has two days rest coming into this one and they are 5-1 this season when playing with two days rest. Also, the Blues are 6-1 this season in their games against teams with a losing record. St Louis is hosting a Panthers team that is just 3-7 in non-conference games this season and that has gone 2-5 in games against teams with a winning record. That is what is making the Blues well worth the price here. It's simply an overall mismatch but the situation is strengthened because of the situational advantage of the Panthers being off of a big upset win at Detroit. |
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12-01-15 | Wild v. Blackhawks -140 | 2-1 | Loss | -140 | 23 h 55 m | Show | |
I am playing on CHICAGO (vs Minnesota) as a *7 Tuesday @ 8:05 ET - Chicago knocked Minnesota out of the post-season last year. The Wild got a measure of revenge as they knocked off the Blackhawks in Minnesota in late October. Now the Hawks get a chance to re-establish series dominance and get big win on home ice to get December off to the right start. Chicago is finally getting healthier and they had won 6 of their last 8 games before a loss at Los Angeles on Saturday. The Hawks are a stellar 8-2 in home games against the Wild the last three seasons. In home games with a total set at 5 goals or less the Blackhawks have gone 29-15 the last three seasons. The Wild are 9-17 in December games the past two seasons. Minnesota has been reeling with losses in 6 of their last 7 games. The Wild have given up 3 goals or more in 6 of their last 7 games while Chicago has allowed 2 goals or less in 5 of their last 8 games. The roll at home continues for the Blackhawks on Tuesday night. |
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12-01-15 | Sabres v. Red Wings -178 | 4-5 | Win | 100 | 23 h 49 m | Show | |
I am playing on DETROIT (vs Buffalo) as a *6 Tuesday @ 7:35 ET - Detroit knows they let one get away against Florida on Sunday as they allowed the tying goal late in the third period and then lost in OT. This ensures that the Red Wings come out fully focused for this match-up with Buffalo Tuesday night. Detroit has won 13 of the last 14 meetings at home against the Sabres so I have no hesitation in laying the price here with the Red Wings. Buffalo is an incredibly poor 12-42 the last three seasons in road games that have a total set at 5 goals or less. Also, in divisional games the last three seasons, the Sabres have lost 49 of 69. The Red Wings have the much better penalty kill in comparison of these two clubs and the fact that Detroit is also finally starting to get a little healthier is what helps this to make my Tuesday night NHL card. |
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12-01-15 | Flyers v. Senators UNDER 5.5 | Top | 4-2 | Loss | -125 | 24 h 15 m | Show |
I am playing on the UNDER in Ottawa (vs Philadelphia) as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total on Tuesday @ 7:35 ET - In 24 games this season the Flyers have recorded only 5 overs. Philadelphia has recorded just 1 over in their 10 games against teams with a winning record this season. Also, the Flyers are off of a big shutout win over the Rangers and they have gone under all three times this season when they are off of a shutout victory in their prior game. The Senators come into this game off of a high-scoring loss at Arizona but they previously had won four straight goals and allowed a total of only 7 goals in those games. The Senators have recorded 7 unders in their 10 home games with a posted total of 5.5 goals this season. Also, when off of a game where they have allowed 4 goals or more, the Senators have stayed under the total in 6 of 9 games this season. The Sens have currently gone over in 3 straight games but when they enter a game on a streak of three or more consecutive overs the under has come in 14 of 21 times. Look for the Senators to want to quickly settle things down on home ice after the road loss to the Coyotes and look for the Flyers to continue their penchant this season for low-scoring games under their new head coach. |
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11-30-15 | Hurricanes v. Rangers -184 | 3-4 | Win | 100 | 24 h 52 m | Show | |
I am playing on the NY RANGERS (vs Carolina) as my *6 Blue Marlin Special @ 7:05 ET Monday - The Rangers are off of a home shutout loss to the Flyers on Saturday. This was the Rangers 3rd straight loss and, for the Blueshirts, this is usually where the bleeding stops! The last three seasons, when the Rangers enter a game on a losing streak of 3 games or more, they have gone a phenomenal 8-1 (89%). That said, the Hurricanes certainly are not in a good spot to prevent the Rangers bounce back response. Carolina is 9-37 (19%) the last 3 seasons in road games with a total of 5 goals or less. The Canes come into this game off of a loss at Buffalo and the Hurricanes have now lost 7 of their last 9 games. The Rangers are 9-3 this season in home games with a total of 5 goals or less. The Rangers have won 9 of their last 10 meeings with the Hurricanes including each of the last six in New York. The Rangers simply have Carolina's number and I look for that to continue on Monday night. |
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11-30-15 | Avalanche v. Islanders -175 | 3-5 | Win | 100 | 23 h 16 m | Show | |
I am playing on the NY ISLANDERS (vs Colorado) as my *7 Annihilator Monday @ 7:05 ET - The home team dominated this series last season (11-0 in favor of the home team in the two games) and I look for more of the same this season. The Avalanche are off of a 5-3 win over Winnipeg but that victory came at home and now they take to the road with a 1-5 mark this season when they are off of a game that they won by a margin of two goals or more. Also, in games against the Eastern Conference this season, the Avalanche have gone just 4-10. The Islanders are 8-3 this season in games against the Western Conference. Isles come into this game off of a road win at Tampa Bay. Even though the Avs also come into this game off of a win they had lost four of their five prior games. Now the Avalanche are on the road and the Islanders are intent on instilling a bigger home ice edge in their new barn in Brooklyn. That means a little more consistency in home games is being demanded of the Isles and they have won 3 of their last 5 in Brooklyn by a combined score of 10-4. Overall, the Islanders have allowed 2 goals or less in 7 of their last 10 games. Compare that with the Avalanche who have allowed 25 goals in their last 6 games...an average of 4 goals per game. Look for the Islanders to win this one in another true home rout just like last season. |
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11-29-15 | Panthers v. Red Wings -132 | 2-1 | Loss | -132 | 17 h 60 m | Show | |
I am playing on DETROIT (vs Florida) as my *9 Afternoon Special on Sunday @ 2:05 ET - The Red Wings are getting healthier and the results are showing up on the ice. Detroit has won three of its last four games and the offense has improved as the Red Wings are averaging 3 goals per game in their last 6 games. The Panthers are coming off of a home win but they previously had lost their three prior games and allowed a total of 11 goals in the process. These teams last met in March and the Red Wings lost 3 to 1 in Florida so a little payback is on order for Detroit. The Panthers are 1-5 this season in games against teams with a winning record. Florida is 18-30 in road games with a posted total of 5 goals or less. The Red Wings surge continues as the Panthers continue to struggle when facing the better teams in the league. |
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11-28-15 | Flyers v. Rangers -195 | 3-0 | Loss | -195 | 17 h 30 m | Show | |
I am playing on the NY RANGERS (vs Philadelphia) as my *6 Afternoon Annihilator on Saturday @ 1:35 ET - The Flyers are off of a rare upset win on Friday afternoon as they snuck by the Predators by a 3-2 final count. Philadelphia hasn't won back to back games in five weeks and I don't expect that to change here. The Flyers are in the 2nd day of a back to back and that makes for a tough spot for Philly. The last two times the Flyers were in the 2nd day of a back to back they lost each game by a multiple goal margin both times. They now face a Rangers team that lost a tight game at Boston yesterday and that will be fired up to get right back on track. The Rangers have only had one losing streak this season (3 games) so I do expect them to to what they usually do here...bounce right back off of a rare loss. The Rangers also have revenge on their minds as they lost a tight one by a 3-2 score to the Flyers last month. Now it's payback time. The Rangers are worth the big price here. |
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11-27-15 | Jets v. Wild UNDER 5.5 | Top | 3-1 | Win | 100 | 21 h 40 m | Show |
I am playing on the UNDER 5.5 in Minnesota (vs Winnipeg) as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total on Friday @ 4:05 ET - Winnipeg is off of a 5-3 loss at Nashville but that high-scoring game has been the exception rather than the norm of late for the Jets. Winnipeg's games had resulted in an under in four straight games prior to the loss to the Predators. The Wild are off of a 3-2 home loss to Vancouver and that marked the 4th time in their last 5 home games that Minnesota has stayed under the total. The Wild offense is also currently hurting (literally) because of the injury to Zach Parise. Four of Minnesota's six games this season against teams with a losing record have stayed under the total. Also, the Wild are a long-term 92-62 to the under in home games with a posted total of 5 goals or less. Winnipeg lost at Minnesota earlier this month and, in the 8 games this season that the Jets have played with revenge 6 of the 8 have stayed under the total. With the Jets seeking revenge and the Wild looking to bounce back from a tight home loss, look for a low-scoring defensive-minded battle in Minnesota tonight. |
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11-25-15 | Flyers v. Islanders -190 | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 22 h 2 m | Show | |
I am playing on the NY Islanders (vs Philadelphia) as my *6 Annihilator on Wednesday @ 7:35 ET - The Flyers are struggling badly again this season and, even though the Islanders are a little pricey here there are sufficient stats to support laying the big juice here. The Flyers are 1-6 this season (and 19-47 the last 3 seasons) in road games with a posted total of 5.5 goals. The Islanders play this game with revenge as these division rivals last met in April and the Flyers snuck out a 5-4 win. The Islanders had won the three previous meetings between these clubs. Also, the Isles have gone 3-1 against the Flyers the last 4 times they've hosted them. On home ice tonight, and off of back to back losses to one of the top teams in the league (Montreal), look for the Islanders to take advantage of facing a lesser foe tonight. The Isles make it 4 of their last 5 against Philly tonight. |
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11-25-15 | Oilers v. Hurricanes OVER 5 | Top | 1-4 | Push | 0 | 22 h 31 m | Show |
I am playing on the OVER in Carolina (vs Edmonton) as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total on Wednesday @ 7:05 ET - The Oilers are coming off of a 1-0 loss at Washington but games like that have certainly been the exception rather than the norm for Edmonton this season. In fact, in their previous 13 games, Edmonton had only two unders result. Getting the key number of 5 goals with this total is certainly adding even more value to this play. Carolina, in their last 12 games, has only had two match-ups result in a total of less than 5 goals. The Hurricanes are 3-1 to the over in home games with a posted total of 5 goals or less. The Oilers are 11-4 to the over the last 3 seasons in road games with a posted total of 5 goals or less. Edmonton is also 4-0 to the over this season in their games against teams with a winning record. Though they are off of a shutout loss, the Oilers are 3-1 to the over this season when they are off of a game where they scored 1 goal or less. Look for a high-scoring game tonight to improve the Oilers 'over record' to 14-7 on the season. |
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11-24-15 | Flames v. Ducks -155 | 3-5 | Win | 100 | 25 h 7 m | Show | |
I am playing on ANAHEIM (vs Calgary) as my 7* Annihilator on Tuesday @ 10:05 PM ET - The Ducks are happy to be back home and they are also well rested here. Anaheim has had two full days off since wrapping up their road trip and they are 3-0 this season when they enter a game with two days of rest between games. The Ducks also are 24-11 the last three seasons in home games with posted total of 5 goals or less. When Anaheim enters a game having played each of their three prior games on the road, the Ducks have gone 20-11 the last three seasons. The situational edges are adding up nice for Anaheim in this one. As for Calgary, the Flames have been playing well but strong play came at home where they are at .500 on the season. On the road, the Flames have struggled with 9 losses in their 12 road games so far this season. Calgary goalie Karri Ramo is 4-2 at home this season but 2-5 on the road. The Flames are 2-5 this season in games against teams with a losing record. After their upset win at home over the Blackhawks on Friday night, look for the Flames to be a little sluggish in this one tonight. Anaheim takes advantage and the Ducks get right back on track by taking advantage of home ice. |
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11-23-15 | Avalanche v. Jets UNDER 5.5 | Top | 4-1 | Win | 100 | 22 h 2 m | Show |
I am playing on the UNDER in Winnipeg (vs Colorado) as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total on Monday @ 8:05 ET - The Avalanche are expected to have their #1 goalie back for this game as Semyon Varlamov returns from his groin injury. For the Jets, even though Ondrej Pavelec is expected to be out for tonight's game, Michael Hutchinson has excelled in his home starts this season. Winnipeg's #2 netminder is 2-0 at home with a .940 save percentage in all home games this season. Hutchinson has made 3 appearances on home ice with two starts (both winning decisions). The under has come in for Winnipeg in 4 of their 6 games against teams with a losing record this season. The under has come in 3 of the 4 times Colorado has been off of a loss by a multi-goal margin in their prior game. The last time these teams met it was a 1-0 game. I would not be surprised to see another goaltenders duel in Monday's match-up. |
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11-22-15 | Devils v. Canucks -130 | Top | 3-2 | Loss | -130 | 15 h 22 m | Show |
I am playing on VANCOUVER (vs New Jersey) as my *10 Blue Marlin on Sunday @ 10:05 PM ET - After a tough road trip, the Canucks got back on track with a big 6-3 win over the Blackhawks last night. Vancouver has now won 3 of their last 4 home games and they're hosting a Devils team Sunday night that is off of back to back losses including an ugly 5-1 loss at Edmonton on Friday. Some may expect New Jersey to bounce back after a game like that but the Devils are actually on a 14-26 run when they are off of a game where they allowed 4 goals or more. Also, New Jersey is 21-45 in their last 66 games against teams from the Western Conference. The Devils are on a 27-47 run in road games with a posted total of 5 goals or less. Vancouver has won 7 of their last 10 games hosting New Jersey. Look for the Canucks to make it 4-1 their last 5 home games as they get another big home win just like last night's throttling of Chicago. |
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11-21-15 | Red Wings v. Blues -192 | 4-3 | Loss | -192 | 29 h 14 m | Show | |
I am playing on ST LOUIS (vs Detroit) as a *6 Blue Marlin Saturday @ 8:05 ET - Even though Detroit is starting to get healthier, things are unlikely to simply magically improve overnight. Speaking of overnight, this is a tough back to back spot for the Red Wings too. Detroit hosted the Kings at Joe Louis Arena last night. The Red Wings went into that game having lost four of their last six games. Detroit is now playing their 6th game in 9 nights and the Red Wings are facing a rested Blues team. St Louis was off Friday after their 3-2 win over Buffalo on Saturday. That was the Blues 8th win in their last 12 games. While St Louis is rolling and rested coming into this one, the Red Wings are in a tough back to back spot and still trying to completely shake off their recent struggles. The price may be a little high but that is the reason for the *6 rating and, considering the advantages with this situation, the Blues are well worth the price in this one. |
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11-20-15 | Blackhawks v. Flames UNDER 5.5 | Top | 1-2 | Win | 100 | 24 h 47 m | Show |
I am playing on the UNDER in Calgary (vs Chicago) as my *10 NHL Blue Chip Super Total on Friday @ 9:05 ET - The Flames have played to a total of 5 goals or less in each of their last four games. With this total posted at a 5.5 for Friday's game, it's a nice value spot to grab onto for good value with the under. The Blackhawks have held their last 5 opponents to an average of 2.2 goals per game. The under has come in 5 of the 7 games the Hawks have played this season against teams with a losing record. The under has come in 6 of the 9 games the Flames have played this season against teams with a winning record. Calgary goaltender Karri Ramo has seen his last 4 starts result in 3 unders and 1 push. The Blackhawks also have been getting strong goaltending recently with only 11 goals allowed in their last 5 games. Five of the last seven meetings between these clubs have resulted in unders. The Flames have struggled on the power play this season and the Blackhawks have been solid on the penalty kill so far this season. All the variables, including fresh legs for both teams, add up nicely to translate to a solid under Friday in Calgary. |
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11-20-15 | Maple Leafs v. Hurricanes -130 | 2-1 | Loss | -130 | 22 h 15 m | Show | |
I am playing on CAROLINA (vs Toronto) as my *9 Customer Appreciation Special on Friday @ 7:05 ET - The Hurricanes have won five of the six meetings with Toronto the last 3 seasons and this includes all three meetings at Carolina. Also, the Canes are sure to be fired up after having three full off days since their most recent game resulted in a 4th straight loss for Carolina. The Hurricanes are 4-2 this season when off of a game where they allowed 4 goals or more and they lost 4-1 to the Ducks in their most recent game. The Maple Leafs come into this game off of a 5-1 win but that was at home. Toronto lost their most recent road game and the Leafs are 0-4 this season and 2-12 the last 3 seasons in road games with a total of 5 goals. After a win by a margin of two goals or more, the Maple Leafs have gone 0-3 this season. With Toronto off of a huge win and Carolina off of a ugly loss (and having had plenty of time to stew about it) this set up is perfect for a big home win for the Hurricanes. |
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11-19-15 | Sabres v. Blues -201 | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 24 h 1 m | Show | |
I am playing on ST LOUIS (vs Buffalo) as my *6 Blue Marlin Thursday @ 8:05 ET - The Blues are off of a loss at Columbus. Prior to the 3-1 loss to the Blue Jackets Tuesday, the Blues had won 7 of their last 10 games. Before being held to one goal at Columbus, St Louis was averaging 3.33 goals per game in their last six games. Buffalo is off of back to back losses where they have scored just one goal in each defeat. The Sabres have lost six of their eight games this season against teams with a winning record. Buffalo also is a ridiculously poor 11-41 in road games with a posted total of 5 goals or less the last three seasons. The Sabres have struggled badly on the penalty kill this season and the Blues are 46-24 in non-conference games these past three seasons. Grabbing St Louis off of a loss is a great value as only twice this entire season has St Louis lost back to back games. |
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11-18-15 | Canucks v. Jets UNDER 5.5 | Top | 1-4 | Win | 100 | 23 h 14 m | Show |
I am playing on the UNDER in Winnipeg (vs Vancouver) as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total on Wednesday @ 7:35 PM ET - After blowing a 3-0 lead at Montreal on Monday, look for the Canucks to tighten up defensively for this battle at Winnipeg Wednesday. Vancouver knows they let one get away against the Canadiens Monday and I look for a bounce back effort in the defensive end in this one. The Jets are off of a 3-2 loss at St Louis and have averaged just 1.67 goals per game in their last 6 games. Winnipeg enters this game having played each of their last 4 games on the road. This season, when they Jets are on a streak of having played three or more consecutive road games coming into their next contest, they've gone a perfect 5-0 to the under! Vancouver has gone 6-2 to the under in their games against teams with a losing record. With the Jets having given up 21 goals in their last 4 games and with the Canucks off of a blown game against the Habs where their defense failed them, the play here is the UNDER as both clubs focus on protecting their own end of the rink. Great value here too with the total being posted at 5.5 goals. |
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11-17-15 | Devils v. Flames -111 | Top | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 27 h 20 m | Show |
I am playing on CALGARY (vs New Jersey) as my *10 Best Bet Tuesday @ 9:05 ET - This price on the home team Flames is set quite low and I won't hesitate in taking advantage. Calgary is facing a Devils team that has developed an interesting pattern this season. New Jersey has done this well this season when playing with normal rest (a night off between games) but the Devils have not fared well with extra rest. The first five times this season that they have entered a game with extra rest (2 days off between games) they have one win and four losses. Look for that record to drop to 1-5 tonight as the Devils have been off since a 4-0 win versus Pittsburgh Saturday. That win over the Penguins was the first shutout win that New Jersey has has this season. That also helps to make this the perfect spot to fade the Devils. Calgary wrapped up a tough 1-3 road trip on Sunday and they are happy to be back home. The Flames have won 3 of their last 4 home games and, now returning from a tough road trip, look for a huge effort from Calgary tonight. |
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11-16-15 | Jets v. Blues UNDER 5.5 | Top | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 27 h 38 m | Show |
I am playing on the UNDER in St Louis (vs Winnipeg) as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total @ 8:05 ET Monday - This is a contrarian play. The Jets have allowed 18 goals in their last 3 games and, as you would expect, all 3 games went over the total. With an off day yesterday, you can bet the focus for Winnipeg yesterday was defense as they look to get back on track in their own end of the ice. The Blues also were off yesterday and are off of back to back games where they allowed an average of 5 goals per game. Just like Winnipeg, St Louis is focused on getting their defense right back on track. The Blues have stayed under the total in 4 of their 5 games this season that have come after a division game. The Jets have played 3 straight road games heading into this road game and this season they have stayed under in all 4 games when they enter a game having played each of their last 3 games on the road. Winnipeg has also stayed under the total in 3 of their 4 games this season when playing with home loss revenge which is the precise situation here. Getting this total at 5.5 adds even more value to this one. |
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11-16-15 | Coyotes v. Islanders -190 | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 25 h 22 m | Show | |
I am playing on the NY Islanders (vs Arizona) as my *6 Annihilator on Monday @ 7:05 ET - The Islanders wrapped up a West Coast road trip on Friday. The Isles took 2 of the 3 games out west and scored 4 goals in each victory. This has given the Islanders a little spark heading into this Monday match-up with the Coyotes. While the price may seem a little high on the Isles, Arizona is known for their struggles in spots like this. The Coyotes are 3-6 in non-conference games this season and 13-28 against the East in the last 3 seasons combined. Arizona is playing their 5th game in 8 nights and the Coyotes lost 5-2 to the Blue Jackets in Columbus on Saturday. The Coyotes are 14-29 after a game in which they allowed 4 goals or more. The Islanders are 7-3 in non-conference action this season. The Isles also are 5-2 in games against teams with a winning record this season. Taking 2 of 3 on that road trip was big for the Islanders and they are 14-9 when they enter a game having played each of their past three games on the road. |
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11-14-15 | Canucks v. Maple Leafs OVER 5 | Top | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 11 h 49 m | Show |
I am playing on the OVER in Toronto (vs Vancouver) as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total on Saturday @ 7:05 ET - There is superb line value with this total at a 5. Canucks games have reached at least 5 goals in 11 straight games. If you had played the over at 5 goals in each of Vancouver's last 11 games, you would not have lost a single game. Indeed 5 is a key number with hockey totals. Taking a look at Toronto, the Maple Leafs are off a 2-1 win at Nashville in their most recent game but they previously had stayed under 5 goals just once in their five prior games. In the last 38 match-ups between these clubs, the under has come in just 15 times. The Maple Leafs have stayed under the total in four straight games coming into this match-up with the Canucks but the over went 13-8 the prior two season when Toronto enters a game on a streak of three or more consecutive unders. The last three seasons, Vancouver has played 46 road games with a posted total of 5 goals or less. Only 14 of those 46 games stayed under the total. |
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11-13-15 | Islanders v. Ducks -138 | 4-1 | Loss | -138 | 27 h 51 m | Show | |
I am playing on ANAHEIM (vs NY Islanders) as my *8 Customer Appreciation Special on Friday @ 10:05 - The Ducks are off of back to back tight 4-3 losses on home ice. This is their final home game before a big four game road trip back east. With that said, there is no doubt about the type of effort Anaheim will be bringing to the barn Friday night. The Ducks are determined to finish off what has been a disappointing homestand by getting a big win over the Islanders Friday. The Ducks are catching the Islanders in a tough spot as the Isles had to battle with the Kings last night and are now playing their fourth game in six nights. Anaheim had won four straight games before these two tight back to back losses and they'll be hosting an Islanders club that had lost 5 of their last 6 games before a win at San Jose on Tuesday. The Ducks are 46-26 in home games with a total of 5.5 goals. Look for Anaheim to improve to a perfect 3-0 this season in games against the Eastern Conference. This is a very tough scheduling spot for the Islanders. |
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11-12-15 | Devils v. Blackhawks -180 | 3-2 | Loss | -180 | 13 h 41 m | Show | |
I am playing on CHICAGO (vs New Jersey) as my *6 Blue Marlin Thursday @ 7:35 ET - The Blackhawks seek revenge for a loss at New Jersey last week. Chicago has been strong at home all season and the Hawks knocked off the Oilers 4-2 on Sunday at the United Center. Chicago is 29-14 in home games with a total of 5 goals or less. The Blackhawks also are 23-10 in the month of November the last 3 seasons combined. New Jersey wrapped up their recent homestand with a 2-0 loss to the Blues. After that loss to St Louis, one might expect a bounce back from the Devils. However, New Jersey is a surprising 1-3 this season and 20-30 the last 3 seasons when off of a loss by a margin of 2 goals or more in their prior game. In road games with a total of 5 goals or less New Jersey has gone 26-45 the last 3 seasons combined. In non-conference action the Devils are 20-43 their last 63. Look for the Hawks to get their revenge in a big way tonight. The set up is perfect for Chicago to get a big home win. |
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11-12-15 | Flames v. Lightning -180 | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 12 h 43 m | Show | |
I am playing on TAMPA BAY (vs Calgary) as my *6 Customer Appreciation Special Thursday @ 7:35 ET - The Lightning are in the ideal bounce back spot here. Tampa Bay is off of back to back losses where they struggled to find the back of the net. Prior to these two defeats Tampa Bay had averaged 3 goals per game and gone 2-1 in their 3 prior games. Facing a Flames team that is allowing 4 goals per game this season should certainly help the Lightning offense to get back on track. Also, the Flames have lost 6 of their last 7 road games. Facing an angry Tampa Bay team is unlikely to help Calgary cure their road woes. Tampa Bay is 33-16 when they are off of a game where they allowed 4 or more goals. The Lightning are 40-25 in home games with a total of 5.5 goals. Tampa Bay is 61-37 in their last 98 games against teams with a losing record. Long story short, the Lightning should get "healthy" by "dousing" the Flames tonight. |
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11-11-15 | Oilers v. Ducks -175 | 4-3 | Loss | -175 | 24 h 50 m | Show | |
I am playing on ANAHEIM (vs Edmonton) as my *6 Annihilator Wednesday @ 10:05 PM ET - While there is some 'juice' to lay in this match-up, the Ducks should prove to be well worth the price. Anaheim is fired up off a tough home loss to Arizona on Monday. The Ducks had won four straight games prior to that defeat and they are hungry to quickly get back on track. As for the Oilers, they come into this game having lost 6 of their last 8 games. Also, looking at the past 3 seasons combined, the Oilers have lost 48 of their last 62 games within the division. In road games with a total of 5.5 goals, Edmonton has lost 49 of their last 67 games. The Ducks are 46-25 in home games with a total of 5.5 goals. Anaheim also has won 57 of their last 83 games against teams with a losing record. These teams have met five teams in Anaheim the past three seasons and the Ducks have won every single game. With the strong situational edges for this match-up, I look for that run to reach 6-0. |
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11-10-15 | Jets v. Wild -142 | 3-5 | Win | 100 | 21 h 49 m | Show | |
I am playing on MINNESOTA (vs Winnipeg) as my *9 Personal Favorite Tuesday @ 8:05 ET - The Jets have lost two straight and they're going to have trouble snapping the skid tonight. That's because Winnipeg is facing a Minnesota team that has revenge on their mind. The Wild lost a tough 5-4 game at Winnipeg about two weeks ago. Also, the last time that Minnesota hosted the Jets was last April and that was a 2-0 shutout loss for the Wild. They seek payback tonight and the situation is ideal for it. The Wild are 5-1 this season in home games with a total of 5 goals or less. Minnesota also is 6-2 this season when playing with revenge. The Wild are off of a shutout win over the Lightning and Minnesota has gone 15-5 when off of a shutout win. The Jets are slumping to start the month of November and Winnipeg is 15-25 in road games with a total of 5 goals or less. The Jets also are 51-76 in their last 127 games against teams with a winning record. This one is shaping up to be ALL WILD as Minnesota gets revenge. |
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11-10-15 | Senators v. Predators UNDER 5.5 | 5-7 | Loss | -127 | 21 h 48 m | Show | |
I am playing on the UNDER in Nashville (vs Ottawa) as my *8 Total Annihilator Tuesday @ 8:05 ET - The Senators have only gone over the total twice in their last seven games. The Predators also have been in a bit of a scoring slump. Nashville is averaging just 1.83 goals per game in their last 6 games. In the last 9 meetings between these clubs in Nashville only 1 of them has resulted in an over. Both clubs also have struggled on the power play this season. 37 of the Sens last 62 road games that had a total of 5.5 goals have stayed under the total. 155 of the Preds last 273 home games that had a total of 5.5 goals have stayed under the total. Great line value here with the big total posted on this game. The focus tonight will be on defense as Ottawa is off a 3-2 loss but previously had allowed 2 goals or less in 3 of their 4 prior games. Nashville is off of a 4-0 loss but allowed just 2 goals in their prior game. The under is 4-2 in Pekka Rinne's six home starts for the Predators this season and Craig Anderson has been very strong on the road this season and he's expected to get the start for the Senators this evening. Good low-scoring goaltending duel expected in Nashville tonight. |
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11-09-15 | Coyotes v. Ducks -190 | 4-3 | Loss | -190 | 13 h 18 m | Show | |
I am playing on ANAHEIM (vs. Arizona) as my *6 Customer Appreciation Special Monday @ 10:05 ET - This is a big revenge game for the Ducks as they were embarrassed by Arizona early this season in a 4-0 shutout loss at home in mid-October. Anaheim was having a lot of trouble scoring goals early this season and the Coyotes were getting strong play in between the pipes at that time. However, much has changed since then. Arizona has given up an average of 3.6 goals per game in the 10 games since their shutout win over the Ducks. Also, Anaheim's offense is starting to show signs of life as the Ducks have won 4 straight games and have averaged 3 goals per game during this hot streak. Anaheim is 24-10 in home games with a total of 5 goals or less. The Ducks also are 57-25 in their last 82 games against teams with a losing record. The Coyotes are starting a quick two game road trip tonight after wrapping up a 3 game homestand. Arizona is 2-12 when they enter a game having played 3 or more consecutive home games. Look for the Coyotes to be a little flat here tonight while the Ducks come in fired up seeking revenge. *6 Customer Appreciation Special on ANAHEIM Monday. |
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11-08-15 | Oilers v. Blackhawks -190 | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 20 h 24 m | Show | |
I am playing on CHICAGO (vs Edmonton) as my *6 Blue Marlin @ 8:05 ET Sunday - Off a trough road loss at New Jersey, the Blackhawks got exactly what they needed here. It's a return to the United Center for Chicago and before a tough overtime loss to St Louis on Wednesday, the Hawks had won 6 in a row on home ice. Hosting the Oilers should certainly help the Blackhawks to get back on track. As the entire hockey world knows, Connor McDavid is now out for Edmonton with his injury recently suffered against the Flyers. In their first game without him, the Oilers managed just 1 goal in a loss to Pittsburgh and they are at home for that game. Now Edmonton is on the road and they have lost five of their last seven games overall. The Oilers now face a Blackhawks team that is ready to quickly go into attack mode on the ice tonight and Edmonton could get down a couple goals early in this one before they even know what hit them. Then, especially without McDavid, it's going to be tough for the Oilers offense to get them back into this game. Edmonton is 18-48 in road games with a total of 5.5 goals. Chicago is 44-22 in home games with a total of 5.5 goals. That, plus all the situational edges, makes the Blackhawks worth the price here. |
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11-07-15 | Flyers v. Jets OVER 5 | Top | 3-0 | Loss | -145 | 12 h 9 m | Show |
I am playing on the OVER in Winnipeg (vs Philadelphia) as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total @ 7:05 ET Saturday - The Flyers allowed just two goals in their loss at Calgary Thursday. But don't over-react to one low-scoring game. Philadelphia had previously allowed 3.6 goals per game in their 7 previous games. The Jets come into this game off of a 3-2 loss at Ottawa. The Jets have had just 3 of their 14 games this season land below a total of 5 goals. So even though there is price that must be laid to have this over at 5 goals it is well worth it as neither one of these clubs has shown a penchant for getting involved in low-scoring games so far on the young season. The over is 30-14 in the Flyers Saturday games the last 3 seasons combined. These teams last met in January and, prior to that, it was December of last year. Both games hit 7 goals and flew over the total. I expect a similar result tonight. |
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11-06-15 | Stars v. Hurricanes UNDER 5.5 | 4-1 | Win | 100 | 23 h 52 m | Show | |
I am playing on the UNDER in Carolina vs Dallas as my *9 O/U Best Bet Friday @ 7:05 ET - The Stars are off of a 5-3 win at Boston but were held to just one goal in their prior game at Toronto. Facing a Canes defense and netminding combo that has been a little stingy lately could also be tough on the Stars. The Hurricanes are off of a 4-3 loss to Tampa Bay but they are well-rested here and have had plenty of time to think about how poorly they played in their own end in that game. Prior to that loss Carolina had won three straight and allowed a total of just 5 goals in the three games. Before the game against the Lightning resulted in an over, the Canes had gone over the total just once in their last 7 games. Carolina is 12-4 to the under when playing with three or more days of rest. Also, the Canes are 27-16 to the under when they are off of a game where they allowed 4 goals or more. 8 of the last 13 meetings betwen Dallas and the Hurricanes in Carolina have resulted in an under. |
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11-06-15 | Blackhawks -128 v. Devils | Top | 2-4 | Loss | -128 | 23 h 31 m | Show |
I am playing on CHICAGO (@ New Jersey) as my *10 BLUE MARLIN on Friday @ 7:05 ET - The Blackhawks are fired up after they blew a huge lead against the Blues and lost to St Louis on Wednesday night. This game at New Jersey is the only road game that was on Chicago's schedule for a period of about 15 days from the end of October through mid-November. Therefore, this game had the full attention of the Blackhawks and they already can't wait to take to the ice because they want to get rid of the bad taste of that 6-5 OT loss to the Blues Wednesday. The Hawks have won each of their last four meetings with the Devils. Also, New Jersey is 18-42 in their last 60 games against teams from the Western Conference. The Blackhawks are 48-30 in their last 78 games against teams from the Eastern Conference. Both teams are off of divisional games but, while the Devils have a losing record the past three seasons when they are off of a divisional match-up, the Blackhawks have gone 53-29 when off of a divisional game. With fire burning from the loss to the Blues, Chicago is the play here and at a favorable price since they are on the road. |
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11-05-15 | Jets v. Senators -124 | Top | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 22 h 6 m | Show |
I am playing on OTTAWA (vs Winnipeg) as my *10 Personal Favorite @ 7:35 ET Thursday - The Jets got a late 4-2 win at Toronto last night. They are in a good spot to be faded now as they are in the second night of a back to back plus coming off of the type of a late win that can leave a hockey club a little flat in their next game...especially when it is the very next night. The Jets have a longterm record of 10-25 in the second night of back to back games. Also, Winnipeg is 24-38 when they are off of a win by a margin of two goals or more. Ottawa had a tough start to the season but they enter this game having won 3 of their last 4 games. Also, the Senators have just one home win on the season so every home game they have coming up they're putting extra importance on. The fully focused Sens don't have another home game for a week after this game hosting the Jets tonight and that makes this one carry even more importance for Ottawa. Nice small line on this one considering the scheduling and situational edges for the Senators. I'll grab the value. |
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11-04-15 | Panthers v. Ducks -136 | Top | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 26 h 27 m | Show |
I am playing on ANAHEIM (vs Florida) as my *10 Blue Marlin @ 10:35 ET Wednesday - Even though Ryan Getzlaf has been out (appendix), others have stepped up their game in his absence. The Ducks have had trouble scoring goals early this season but they've scored at least 3 goals twice in the three games without Getzlaf. Look for the resurgent offense - off of a 4-2 win over Nashville - to lead the way again tonight against the Panthers. Florida has lost five of their last seven games and a tough West Coast road trip is unlikely to improve things for the Panthers. Florida is off of a 2-1 loss to Washington and the Panthers are 17-31 when they are off of a game where they scored one goal or less. Also, Florida is 22-38 in non-conference action the last 3 seasons combined. As you can see, West Coast road trip unlikely to help struggling Panthers. The Ducks are 52-19 when they are off of a game where they scored 4 goals or more. Also, Anaheim is 23-10 in home games with a posted total of 5 goals or less. This one should be all Ducks Wednesday. |
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11-04-15 | Blues v. Blackhawks -124 | 6-5 | Loss | -124 | 24 h 1 m | Show | |
I am playing on CHICAGO (vs St Louis) as my 9* Personal Favorite @ 8:05 ET Wednesday - Both of these clubs are dealing with some injury issues right now. The key here is the scheduling situation. The Blackhawks are playing just their second game in the last five days. As for the Blues, this is a tough back to back spot as they were hosting Los Angeles last night. St Louis was shutout 3-0 last night by the same Kings team that the Hawks had defeated 4-2 the night before. Chicago has now won 5 of their last 7 games and the Blues have gone just 3-3 in their last 6 games and have averaged only 1.5 goals per game during this six game stretch. A sputtering Blues offense will prove to be no match for a Blackhawks team that has scored 4 goals in each of their last two games. These teams met twice in April and the Blues won both games including one here in Chicago. It's time for a little Blackhawks revenge. Chicago is 22-8 in November games the last 3 seasons combined. St Louis is a longterm 116-149 when playing on back to back days. The Blackhawks have won 6 straight home games and should make it 7 in a row tonight. |
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11-03-15 | Flyers v. Oilers -133 | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 23 h 10 m | Show | |
I am playing on EDMONTON (vs Philadelphia) as my *9 Personal Favorite Tuesday @ 9:05 ET - Tough spot for the Flyers here. They were in Vancouver last night and got blasted by the Canucks 4 to 1. Now Philly had to travel to Edmonton last night and get ready to take on Connor McDavid and the Oilers in the 2nd night of a back to back. The Flyers have been slumping as they've lost four straight games. Particularly concerning is the fact that Philadelphia has scored just 1 goal in each of their last 3 games. The Flyers are expected to have back-up netminder Michal Neuvirth between the pipes tonight and he must try to hold off an Oilers offense that has improved as the young season has gone on. Edmonton is only 4-4 in their last 8 games but Edmonton has scored 27 goals during this 8 game stretch. With this being the only Oilers game in the first five days of this month, Edmonton can fully focus on pushing the pace and frustrating the road-weary Flyers. Philadelphia has lost 44 of their last 62 road games with a posted total of 5.5 goals including all 3 this season. The Oilers add another Flyers loss to that record tonight. |
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11-03-15 | Stars v. Bruins UNDER 5.5 | Top | 5-3 | Loss | -113 | 21 h 11 m | Show |
I am playing on the UNDER in Boston (vs Dallas) as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total on Tuesday @ 7:05 ET - Look for some tired legs from the Stars here after battling with the Maple Leafs in Toronto last night. That means less push on offense and more of an emphasis on protecting in their own end, especially after allowing 4 goals to the Leafs tonight. That game did stay under the total as the Stars scored just one goal and Dallas has now been held to 2 goals or less in 2 of their last 3 games. As for Boston, the Bruins have been red hot and their defense and solid goaltending is certainly leading the way. Boston has allowed a total of only two goals in their last three games combined. Each of the Bruins last two games stayed under the total and the Stars have now stayed under the total in each of their last three road games. Look for that streak to reach four straight on Tuesday. |
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11-02-15 | Kings v. Blackhawks -127 | Top | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 30 h 47 m | Show |
I am playing on CHICAGO (vs Los Angeles) as my *10 NHL Personal Favorite - The Kings come into this game on a 7 game winning streak but the Blackhawks are happy to be back home and also certainly very hungry off of back to back road losses. On home ice Chicago has won 5 straight games since an opening night loss to a tough Rangers team. The Blackhawks have won five of their last seven meetings with the Kings in Chicago. Even with Duncan Keith out with a knee injury the Blackhawks have been playing well and others seem to have stepped up their game in his absence. Chicago has gone 28-13 in home games with an O/U line of 5 goals or less the last three seasons combined. Also, the Hawks went 21-8 in November games the past two seasons combined. Look for the Blackhawks to really have some extra jump in their skates tonight off of the back to back losses on the road and now back at home ready for a huge game in the electric atmosphere of the United Center. Chicago does tend to step it up in the biggest of games. They've gone 73-49 in games against teams with a winning record the past three seasons combined. Compare that to the Kings (61-54 with the same parameters). *10 NHL Personal Favorite CHICAGO |
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11-01-15 | Sabres v. Islanders -185 | 2-1 | Loss | -185 | 7 h 60 m | Show | |
I am playing on the NY ISLANDERS (vs Buffalo) as my 6* Annihilator @ 7:35 ET Sunday - Even though John Tavares may miss this game (he was out with flu yesterday and missed the game against the Devils), the Islanders still hold big edges in this match-up. The Sabres goalie situation is a mess due to the absence of Robin Lehner. Buffalo is off of a surprising win over the Flyers but previously the Sabres had given up 4.5 goals per game in their 4 prior games. I do not expect Buffalo to be able to slow down a highly motivated Islanders team - Tavares or no Tavares. The Isles are off of back to back losses to the Hurricanes and Devils and they are fully focused on a huge effort and getting back into the win column Sunday. Even though the Sabres are off of a win they had previously lost 7 of their first 10 games this season. The Islanders, before their back to back losses, had won 6 of their 7 previous games. The Sabres are 1-5 this season against teams with a winning record. Also, Buffalo is 9-26 the last 3 seasons in road games with a total of 5.5 goals. The Islanders take advantage of facing a weaker foe tonight and are worth the price here. |
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10-31-15 | Red Wings v. Senators -135 | 5-3 | Loss | -135 | 20 h 26 m | Show | |
I am playing on OTTAWA (vs Detroit) as my *8 Annihilator Special on Saturday @ 7:05 ET - The Senators won at Detroit 3-1 last night and though many look for the zig-zag in a home and home set like this, I just don't see the Red Wings going on the road and getting a victory at Ottawa Saturday night. With last night's home loss, Detroit has now lost 6 of their last 7 games. Though the Sens also had recently been slumping, they have responded with back to back wins and have scored 8 goals in their last two games. The Red Wings have only averaged 1.5 goals in their last 6 games. Going on the road is unlikely to do any favors for Detroit. The Red Wings are 17-23 in road games with a total of 5.5 goals the last 3 years. Also, in divisional games the last 3 years, Detroit has gone 33-43. The Senators are already 3-1 in divisional action this season and I look for another big divisional win at home for Ottawa tonight. |
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10-30-15 | Bruins v. Panthers UNDER 5.5 | Top | 3-1 | Win | 100 | 21 h 30 m | Show |
I am playing on the UNDER in Florida vs Boston as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total on Friday @ 7:35 ET - This is a contrarian play to say the least. Boston is 8-0 to the over so far this season. The Bruins are off of a shutout win Tuesday that, amazingly, went over the total. Even though Boston did not allow a goal, the game got over the total when the Bruins scored two late goals. That has helped push the value for this total as we're getting a favorable total and juice amount for the under. I expect Boston, bolstered by having won four of their last five games, to continue to play strong defense and have strong netminding tonight. 3 of the last 4 meetings between these clubs stayed under the total and I look for another low-scoring match-up tonight. Overall, only two of Florida's last 8 games have gone over the total. The Panthers are off of a win over Colorado and the Florida is 14-8 to the under when off of a non-conference game. Also, all 3 times that the Panthers have scored 4 goals or more in a game this season, the very next game has stayed under the total. |
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10-29-15 | Blackhawks v. Jets OVER 5 | Top | 1-3 | Loss | -123 | 21 h 43 m | Show |
I am playing on the OVER in Winnipeg (vs Chicago) as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total on Thursday @ 8:05 ET - This is a contrarian play which is something I have enjoyed a lot of success with through the years. The Blackhawks are coming off of back to back wins by a 1-0 final score each time. Chicago has yet to record an over this season. All of this is adding up to significant line value on the over in this match-up as Chicago and Winnipeg should play quite a wide-open affair in this one. Only two of the Jets nine games this season have totaled less than 5 goals and those two games totaled 4 goals. Winnipeg is willing to play a wide-open game and they've shown that time and time again early this season as the average goals scored in their last 4 games is 7 goals. The Jets are 36-21 to the over the last 3 seasons combined when they are off of a game where they allowed 4 goals or more. The Blackhawks are 21-12 to the over in road games with a posted total of 5 goals or less. *10 Blue Chip Super Total on OVER in Winnipeg |
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10-28-15 | Flames v. Senators -145 | Top | 4-5 | Win | 100 | 22 h 42 m | Show |
I am playing on OTTAWA (vs Calgary) as my *10 Game of the Month @ 7:35 ET Wednesday - The Flames are just a mess right now and that makes this the perfect spot to back Ottawa large because the Senators are fired up off of another disappointing home loss. The Sens have a road game on deck and after dropping the first three games of this four game homestand there is no doubt about the intensity and the focus that the Senators are going to bring to the ice for this one. Ottawa will take advantage of a Flames team that is playing their 3rd road game in 4 nights. Calgary has lost 6 of their last 7 games and they face a well-rested Sens club that has had 3 full off days to think about the loss they were handed by Arizona on Saturday. The Senators blood will likely be boiling by the time the puck drops on this one tonight. The Sens loss to the Coyotes Saturday was their first loss this season by a margin of 3 goals or more. As for the Flames, they've already had five losses this season by a margin of 3 goals or more. Calgary is allowing 4 goals per game this season. The Senators were 3-2 this season heading into this homestand. They don't want to end the 4-game homestand without a win and I look for a huge effort from them tonight. In addition to having an edge in goaltending (Flames can't keep the puck out of their own net this season), the Sens also have a significant edge in power play efficiency too. Both of these are key factors Wednesday. |
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10-27-15 | Arizona Coyotes v. Boston Bruins -175 | 0-6 | Win | 100 | 20 h 45 m | Show | |
I am playing on BOSTON (vs Arizona) as my *7 ANNIHILATOR Tuesday @ 7:05 ET - Solid situational advantage for the Bruins with this set up. That makes Boston worth the significant money line price at home here. The Bruins have been off since Friday while the Coyotes are in a back to back situation. Arizona notched a big road win over the Maple Leafs yesterday. The Coyotes have gone 6-9 when in the 2nd night of a back to back and Arizona has gone 11-26 when off of a non-conference game. The Coyotes will face a Bruins team that is playing their only game during a long stretch from October 21st to November 3rd. With that said, Boston will want to 'make this one count' and the Bruins have won all five match-ups with the Coyotes the past three seasons combined and that includes a win at Arizona earlier this season. The Bruins seemed to have stabilized after a rough early season start and they've won three of their last 4 games and have averaged 5 goals per game during this hot stretch. I don't expect the Coyotes, especially in a back to back situation, to be able to slow down the surging offense of Boston. The Bruins should make it 6 in a row over the over-matched Coyotes here. *7 Annihilator BOSTON |
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10-26-15 | Anaheim Ducks v. Chicago Blackhawks OVER 5 | Top | 0-1 | Loss | -114 | 27 h 33 m | Show |
I am playing on the OVER in Chicago vs Anaheim as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total on Monday @ 8:35 PM ET - I expect a very spirited game Monday night in Chicago. The Ducks and Hawks battled hard last spring and the Hawks came out on top to take the series in 7 games. There is no doubt that Anaheim would like some revenge tonight but you also know that the United Center will be jumping as they love their Blackhawks and remember the playoff series all too well. I look for the game to be a little chippy because there is no love lost between these two clubs to say the least. With that said, there is likely to be some significant penalty time leading to some nice power play opportunities for each club. In what is a bit of a contrarian angle which I like quite a lot, I do like having the over when one team (Chicago) is off a shutout win and another team (Anaheim) is off of a shutout loss. The Blackhawks won 1-0 Saturday. In their 3 prior home games the Hawks had scored a total of 11 goals. They will get their offense going again Monday. The Ducks are off of a 3-0 shutout loss Saturday but previously their two prior games had each totaled at least 5 goals. All of the Blackhawks home games this season (before Saturday) had totaled at least 5 goals. I like the added line value of having this total at an even 5 goals and I expect both teams to light the lamp early and often. *10 Blue Chip Super Total OVER in Chicago Monday |
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10-24-15 | Arizona Coyotes v. Ottawa Senators -160 | 4-1 | Loss | -160 | 19 h 36 m | Show | |
I am playing on OTTAWA (vs Arizona) as my *8 Personal Favorite @ 7 ET Saturday - Arizona's 3-0 start seems all but a distant memory at this point in time. The Coyotes have lost 4 straight games and they have allowed an average of 4 goals per game in these 4 defeats. Arizona won't find the going getting any easier Saturday as they are at Ottawa. Even though the Sens have had some struggles of their own recently they are happy to be on home ice and ready to take out the frustrations of a recent losing streak by completely dominating a lesser foe. The Coyotes are 11-28 when they are off of a game where they allowed 4 goals or more. When on a losing streak of 3 games or more the losing usually continues for Arizona as the 'Yotes are 9-19 in this situation. The Senators are 12-8 when they enter a game on a losing streak of 3 games or more and I do expect them to bounce back well here. Look for Ottawa to add a W to the Senators 8-3 mark in games hosting Arizona. |
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10-23-15 | Detroit Red Wings v. Calgary Flames UNDER 5.5 | Top | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 22 h 56 m | Show |
I am playing on the UNDER in Calgary vs Detroit as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total @ 9:05 ET Friday - Look for a tightly contested, defensive-minded contest in this one. With the Red Wings having lost 3 straight games and the Flames having lost 4 straight games, each team is hungry for a win and will be playing tonight with an emphasis on minimizing mistakes in their own end of the ice. Detroit has scored only a single goal in each of their last two games. Calgary has been held to two goals or less in each of their last three games. In the last 40 games played between these clubs in Calgary, the over is only 14-22-4. Detroit's power play is struggling early this season and Calgary has been strong on the penalty kill. It's going to be tough for either team to get much offense going in this one. The added value of having this total at 5.5 goals gets me into play here. *10 Blue Chip Super Total UNDER Calgary |
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10-22-15 | Washington Capitals v. Vancouver Canucks UNDER 5.5 | Top | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 23 h 49 m | Show |
I am playing on the UNDER in Vancouver (vs Washington) as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total on Thursday @ 10:05 ET - The Canucks lost to Edmonton Sunday despite allowing just two goals. Vancouver has played solid defense and received solid goal-tending for much of the early season schedule thusfar as the Canucks have given up 2 goals or less in 4 of their 6 games this season. I am looking for a tight, defensive-minded battle between the Canucks and Capitals tonight as Washington also comes into this game having played solid defense. They've allowed a total of just 4 goals during their red-hot 3-game winning streak. The Capitals, the past two seasons, went 13-7 to the under, when they go into a match-up having won at least 3 straight games. The Canucks are 10-3 to the under when they go into a match-up having had at least 3 days off betwen games. With the long lay-off since playing the Oilers Sunday, look for that strong trend toward unders to continue here. The 5.5 is a key number in hockey totals and the Canucks are 25-13 to the under in their last 38 homes games with total of 5.5 goals. |
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10-22-15 | New Jersey Devils v. Ottawa Senators -180 | 5-4 | Loss | -180 | 20 h 24 m | Show | |
I am playing on OTTAWA (vs New Jersey) as my 8* Personal Favorite on Thursday @ 7:35 PM ET - The Devils are off of a tight win against Arizona on Tuesday. Although New Jersey snuck out a win over the Coyotes, that was only their 2nd win in 6 games this season and their lack of production on offense is still an overall concern. The Devils have scored just 11 goals in their 6 games this season so they aren't even averaging 2 goals per game on the season. The Devils tonight are taking on a Senators team that will be fired up after a 4-3 loss to Nashville Saturday. Ottawa has had plenty of time off to think about that loss and they can't wait to get back on the ice and get a big home win to put that defeat in the rear view mirror. Unlike the Devils, the Senators have been scoring quite well. The Sens have scored 3 goals or more in 4 of their 6 games this season. Though Ottawa has 3 victories this season they have lost both of their home games and they are determined to get a big home win tonight. The Devils are 23-44 in road games with a total of 5 goals or less. In what is projected to be another low-scoring road contest for New Jersey, look for Ottawa to come out on top in a big way on home ice! |
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10-21-15 | Philadelphia Flyers v. Boston Bruins -150 | Top | 5-4 | Loss | -150 | 19 h 51 m | Show |
I am playing on BOSTON (vs. Philadelphia) as my *10 Personal Favorite on Wednesday @ 8:05 ET - The Bruins have crushed the Flyers by winning each of the last six match-ups. They also come into this game well-rested as Boston has not played since Saturday. After three full days off I look for the rested legs of the Bruins to come out and crush Philadelphia in Boston. The Flyers scheduling situation is much tougher as they are in a back to back spot. Not only did Philly lose yesterday, they now return to the road where they have lost both of their games this season including getting pounded 7-1 at Florida less than two weeks ago. Boston is 56-31 in games against teams with a losing record. Also, the Bruins are 45-24 in home games with a posted total of 5 goals or less. In what is projected to be a tighter, low-scoring game, there is no reason not to expect the B's to continue their recent dominance over the struggling Flyers. The price is well worth a *10 Top Play rating. Personal Favorite Wednesday. |
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10-20-15 | Florida Panthers v. Pittsburgh Penguins -165 | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 21 h 18 m | Show | |
I am playing on PITTSBURGH (vs Florida) as my *7 Annihilator Tuesday @ 7:05 ET - After a slow start to the season the Penguins are back on track with back to back wins. The Pens have had two days off to fully prep for Florida here and they have a non-conference match-up on deck so the Panthers have their full attention to say the least. The Pens are 18-9 when they enter game off of three straight unders and that is the case here. Also, Pittsburgh does well early in the season when facing teams off to good starts. In the first half of a season, Pittsburgh has gone 23-13 in their games against teams with a winning record. Florida got a big win to start the season but has since gone just 2-2 and the Panthers are off of a 4-2 loss to Dallas and are 17-31 when they enter a game off of a loss by a margin of two goals or more. |
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10-20-15 | Arizona Coyotes v. New Jersey Devils -126 | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 21 h 17 m | Show | |
I am playing on NEW JERSEY (vs Arizona) as my *9 Personal Favorite Tuesday @ 7:05 ET - The Coyotes have quickly come back down to earth as they have now allowed 9 goals and lost back to back games after their surprising start to the season. As for the Devils, they did have a rough start to the season but they are off of a win in their most recent game and can certainly build off off of that here. New Jersey has allowed an average of just 2 goals per game in their last 3 games and their stingy defense will frustrate Arizona. Couple that with the fact that the Coyotes recently are struggling in their own end of the ice and you have the perfect combination for a solid home win here. The Devils have won 8 of the last 12 meetings between the clubs in New Jersey. Also, the Coyotes are 11-27 when off of a game where they allowed 4 goals or more. Look for their losing streak to reach three games here. |
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10-20-15 | Florida Panthers v. Pittsburgh Penguins OVER 5 | Top | 2-3 | Push | 0 | 21 h 16 m | Show |
I am playing on the OVER in Pittsburgh (vs Florida) as my *10 Blue Chip Super Total Tuesday @ 7:05 ET - The Penguins have yet to record an over this season but this looks like the perfect spot for a breakout game from them. Pittsburgh is hosting Florida and the Pens have scored 11 goals in their last 3 games against the Panthers. The Pens have picked up the offense a bit with two goals in each of their last three games but should really be able to kick things up another notch against an outclassed Panthers team tonight. Florida has scored quite well this season so should be able to light the lamp a few times tonight too (to say the least). The Panthers, other than a shutout loss at Philly, have averaged 4 goals per game in their other 4 games this season. When off of a loss by a margin of two goals or more in their prior game, Florida is 26-16 to the over. Also, when on the road with a posted total of 5 goals or less, the over is 20-13 in Panthers games. The Penguins are 9-4 to the over when they enter a game having played each of their three prior games on home ice. |
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10-19-15 | San Jose Sharks v. NY Rangers -126 | 0-4 | Win | 100 | 8 h 60 m | Show | |
I am playing on the NEW YORK RANGERS (vs San Jose) as my *8 Annihilator Monday @ 7 ET - Tough spot for the Sharks. San Jose is playing their fourth straight road game on the East Coast. They have a big game coming up back home against Los Angeles so this definitely looks like a trap game for the Sharks. San Jose got crushed 6 to 3 by the Islanders on Saturday and I look for another tough game for them here as the Rangers are hungry to get back on track on home ice. The Blueshirts lost yesterday and will be looking for quick redemption. The Rangers have gone 7-1 the past two seasons when they enter a game on a losing streak of 3 games or more. Though the Sharks have had some success on the road early this season, they did enter this season having gone 11-20 the past two seasons in road games with a total of 5 goals or less. *8 Annihilator NEW YORK RANGERS Monday. |
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10-18-15 | Colorado Avalanche v. Los Angeles Kings -179 | 1-2 | Win | 100 | 22 h 52 m | Show | |
I am playing on LOS ANGELES (vs Colorado) as my 6* Customer Appreciation Annihilator Sunday @ 10:05 ET - The Kings are catching the Avs at the perfect time. The Avalanche are off of their big shutout win over the Ducks and it will certainly be difficult for Colorado to duplicate such a strong effort. Los Angeles has dominate this series with wins in 5 of the last 6 meetings and that includes the 3 most recent wins coming by a combined margin of 8 goals. The Kings haven't just been defeating the Avs...they've been dominating the Avalanche and I look for that type of domination tonight as well. Los Angeles had a rough start to the season but getting into the win column with their victory over Minnesota on Friday night is a win they can build momentum off of. The Kings are enjoying a nice long homestand to open the season and they are now 1-0 this season (and 18-13 the last 3 seasons) when they enter a game having played each of their 3 prior games on home ice. |
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10-17-15 | San Jose Sharks v. NY Islanders -152 | 3-6 | Win | 100 | 19 h 56 m | Show | |
I am playing on the NY Islanders (vs San Jose) as a *9 Personal Favorite @ 7:35 ET Saturday - The Sharks are 4-0 this season but they've had two days off before every game this season. All of the sudden, things just got much tougher today. Not only does San Jose not get two days off, they don't even get one day off! The Sharks are in a back to back spot after beating the Devils last night. Having a night of fun enjoying the New York nightlife also certainly won't do San Jose any favors heading into this tough back to back spot. The Sharks are facing an Isles club that started their season with a pair or losses to the Blackhawks but that has responded to that by notching a pair of victories (over two solid teams no less). The Islanders have defeated Winnipeg and Nashville in their last two games and are now ready to host the Sharks. The home team one each game between these clubs last season and I look for that trend to continue here. *9 Personal Favorite NY ISLANDERS Saturday |
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10-17-15 | Toronto Maple Leafs v. Pittsburgh Penguins -240 | 1-2 | Win | 100 | 18 h 25 m | Show | |
I am playing on PITTSBURGH (vs Toronto) as a *6 Blue Marlin @ 7:05 ET Saturday - The Maple Leafs are off of their first win of the season last night at Columbus. Now they play the 2nd night of a back to back spot at Pittsburgh. The Penguins are also off of their first win of the season but, in comparing the two teams, of course it's quite easy to see which club is more likely to continue the winning. The Pens are off of a shutout win and have allowed an average of just 2 goals per game in their four games this season. In stark contrast to Pittsburgh, Toronto has been struggling in their own end. The Maple Leafs have allowed an average of nearly 4 goals per game this season. In road games with a total of 5.5 goals, Toronto has gone 17-48 the last 3 seasons. The Penguins are 40-22 the last 3 seasons in home games with a posted total of 5.5 goals. Large price here on Pittsburgh but the Pens are fully deserving of the price in this situation. *6 Blue Marlin PITTSBURGH Saturday |
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10-16-15 | Minnesota Wild v. Los Angeles Kings -159 | 1-2 | Win | 100 | 23 h 34 m | Show | |
I am playing on the LA Kings (vs Minnesota) as a *7 on Friday @ 10:35 ET - The LA Kings are winless on the season and in the perfect spot to get back on track here. Minnesota has a date with Anaheim on deck. The Wild know that had they got past the eventual Stanley Cup Champion Blackhawks in the 2nd round of last season's playoffs, that they would have met up with the Ducks. That is an opportunity they still regret not having and Minnesota can't help but lookahead to Anaheim here. The Wild are undefeated on the season and have the full attention of a winless Kings team. Los Angeles is fired up and ready to get into the win column at home. The Kings have revenge here from a 4-1 loss to the Wild the last time these teams met. LA has gone 14-8 the past two seasons when they enter a game on a losing streak of 3 games or more. The Wild are a long-term 57-69 when they enter a game on a winning streak of 3 or more games. The Kings penalty kill is holding opponents to just a 13% success rate early this season whereas Minnesota has allowed a 25% success rate so far this season. Look for that to play a role in tonight's game as well. |
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10-16-15 | Colorado Avalanche v. Anaheim Ducks -178 | 3-0 | Loss | -178 | 22 h 5 m | Show | |
I am playing on Anaheim (vs Colorado) as a *7 on Friday @ 10:05 ET - Anaheim is winless on the season and certainly that was not expected. That said, I fully expect a huge response from the Ducks tonight. They've managed just 1 goal so far in their three games this season but Anaheim now faces an Avalanche team that has allowed 14 goals in their first three games this season. That said, look for the Ducks to get their offense rolling tonight. The Avalanche only won 16 of their 41 road games last season and this is their road opener this season. The Ducks won 26 of their 41 home games last season and they can't wait to get back on the ice tonight after being embarrassed in a 4-0 home shutout on Wednesday. The Ducks are 55-24 in their last 79 games against teams with a losing record. Also, Anaheim has gone 7-3 the last 3 seasons when they enter a game on a losing streak of 3 games or more. After scoring 1 goal or less in a game they Ducks are 18-11 the last 3 seasons. I do expect a huge response from Anaheim tonight and that's why they are well worth the price in this one. |
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10-16-15 | Toronto Maple Leafs v. Columbus Blue Jackets -170 | 6-3 | Loss | -170 | 19 h 6 m | Show | |
I am playing on Columbus (vs Toronto) as a *7 on Friday @ 7:05 ET - Both of these clubs are winless on the season but, for the Maple Leafs, that is not a big surprise. For the Blue Jackets, it is a big surprise. I look for Columbus to get back on track tonight and start playing like they're certainly fully capable of playing. The Blue Jackets went 46-31 the last 2 seasons in games against teams with a losing record and, after facing some tough opposition to start this season, I do expect Columbus to take advantage of facing a lesser foe tonight. The Maple Leafs are a putrid 16-48 the last two seasons in road games with a posted total of 5.5 goals. Look for some rust from Toronto here too as they've haven't played in early a full week and that is unlikely to help them. The Leafs have just 3 wins in their last 10 games when they enter a match-up off of 3 or more days of rest. |
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10-15-15 | Ottawa Senators v. Pittsburgh Penguins -170 | 0-2 | Win | 100 | 20 h 30 m | Show | |
I am playing on PITTSBURGH (vs Ottawa) as my *8 Annihilator Thursday @ 7:05 ET - The Penguins have lost their first three games of this season but they ran into some tough teams and also some red hot goalies. Pittsburgh is 9-5 the past two seasons when they enter a game on a losing streak of 3 games or more. Also, the Penguins are 39-22 the past two seasons in home games with a total of 5.5 goals set by the oddsmakers. Ottawa has but one loss on the season but it did come in the 2nd night of a back to back situation and that is the case here with the Senators playing in Pittsburgh immediately after battling with the Blue Jackets in Columbus the prior night. I expect the back to back spot (and impact on the Sens goaltending situation) to once again result in a loss in the 2nd night. The Sens are now 11-18 in back to back situations the last 3 seasons combined. Although the Senators exploded for 7 goals last night, that doesn't necessarily result in big performances the next night. In fact, the Sens are 21-36 when off of a game where they scored four goals or more. *8 Annihilator PITTSBURGH. |
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10-15-15 | Nashville Predators v. NY Islanders -125 | Top | 3-4 | Win | 100 | 19 h 30 m | Show |
I am playing on the NY ISLANDERS (vs Nashville) as my *10 Personal Favorite Thursday @ 7:05 ET - After tough back to back losses to the Blackhawks to open up the season, the Islanders got into the win column with a big 4-2 win over Winnipeg Monday. I look for the Isles to build on that victory and notch another one here over a Predators team that is playing well defensively and between the pipes but that hasn't shown the firepower on offense that is necessary to match up with the Isles. The Preds have netted a total of only 7 goals in their first three games this season. The Islanders also have just 7 goals so far this season in their three games but they faced a much tougher shedule than did Nashville. The Predators went 15-24 the past two seasons in road games with a posted total of 5.5 goals. The Isles have won 3 of the last 4 meetings between the clubs including both of the meetings at home. The Islanders have scored 9 goals in their last two meetings with the Predators and I look for their high powered offense to be the difference once again in this one. *10 Personal Favorite Thursday ISLANDERS. |
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10-14-15 | Ottawa Senators v. Columbus Blue Jackets -135 | Top | 7-3 | Loss | -135 | 25 h 6 m | Show |
I am playing on COLUMBUS (vs Ottawa) as my *10 Personal Favorite on Wednesday @ 7:05 ET - Look for a huge effort from the Blue Jackets tonight. Big things were expected from Columbus coming into this season and certainly, even though it is very early, the Jackets have been a major disappointment thusfar. Having lost each of their first three games, Columbus reached "rock bottom" in my opinion with their loss at Buffalo on Monday. The Blue Jackets defeated the Senators 4-1 in Ottawa in their most recent meeting. However, Columbus lost 5-2 the last time they hosted the Sens and they'll be looking for payback inside Nationwide Arena tonight. Ottawa has allowed 7 goals in their last two games and could be "just what the doctor ordered" in terms of the Blue Jackets getting their offense back on track. Great line value here with the Jackets at home where they know a response is needed and have had some players only meetings to address the situation and move forward with a big game tonight. *10 Personal Favorite COLUMBUS |
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10-13-15 | Montreal Canadiens v. Pittsburgh Penguins -130 | Top | 3-2 | Loss | -130 | 27 h 29 m | Show |
I am playing on PITTSBURGH (vs. Montreal) as my *10 Game of the Week on Tuesday @ 7:05 ET - The Canadiens are playing their 4th straight road game to open up the season. Also, it will be the Habs 3rd game in 4 nights. From a scheduling standpoint, this is a very tough spot for Montreal. Also, their first three games were all divisional victories and now they skate outside of their division for the first time this season and they could be a little flat as a result. The team they are facing tonight certainly won't be flat. The Penguins have scored just 1 goal total in their first two games of the season. The Pens need a big effort here in their home opener and I look for them to get it. When playing with rest the Penguins are 181-135 longterm. The Habs are 11-13 (and have cost their backers 6.3 units) when they enter a game having played each of their last three games on the road. That is the case here and I look for the Penguins to take advantage of this tough scheduling spot for the Canadiens. |
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10-12-15 | Florida Panthers v. Philadelphia Flyers -130 | Top | 0-1 | Win | 100 | 11 h 28 m | Show |
I am playing on PHILADELPHIA (vs Florida) as my *10 Personal Favorite on Monday @ 7:05 PM ET - After getting embarrassed 7-1 at Florida in the Panthers home opener on Saturday, the Flyers look to respond with some payback in their own home opener here on Monday. Philadelphia is expected to have Michal Neuvirth in between the pipes tonight and look for the goalie switch to spark the Flyers. Saturday got ugly but feeding off of the emoiton of the home crowd tonight, and ready to bounceback huge, I look for a fantastic effort from Philly in this one. The Flyers are 0-2 on the season but, when they faced the Panthers on Saturday, they seemed to be a bit "hung over" from the tough OT loss to a very strong Lightning team on Thursday. That effort in Tampa Bay said a lot about how this Flyers team is capable of playing and I look for another big effort tonight. The Flyers went 34-24 in home games with a posted total of 5.5 goals the past two seasons. The Panthers have gone just 10-21 the past two seasons when they are off of a win by a margin of two goals or more. Philadelphia on Monday is my first *10 this NHL season. |
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10-12-15 | Winnipeg Jets v. NY Islanders -129 | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 17 h 18 m | Show | |
I am playing on the NY ISLANDERS (vs Winnipeg) as my *8 Breakfast Club on Monday @ 1:05 ET - What is one of the worst things that can happen to a hockey club when they're rolling? Time off. That is an enemy when you're hot and the Jets started off the season with two big road wins (at Boston and New Jersey) and they've now had to wait through two full off days for the next game day to roll around. That said, the Jets are walking into a "firestorm" here so the result is not likely to be good for Winnipeg. The Islanders can't wait to get back on the ice (and are helped here by the fact that they only had one day off) as the Isles are hungry to respond after opening the season with back to back losses to the Blackhawks. The Islanders are facing a Jets team that entered this season with a 14-25 mark (and 21-36 longterm record) when off of a win by a margin of two goals or more. After knocking off the Devils by a two goal count, look for Winnipeg to fall short here and struggle against the hungry Islanders. The Isles trounced the Jets 5-2 in their most recent meeting and I look for a similar result Monday afternoon. *8 Breakfast Club Monday. |
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10-10-15 | Calgary Flames v. Vancouver Canucks UNDER 5.5 | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 21 h 56 m | Show | |
I am playing on UNDER in Vancouver (vs Calgary) as a *9 Total Annihilator Saturday @ 10:05 ET - These teams met on opening night and the Canucks got the upset win on the road over Calgary. Of course the Flames will be looking to return the favor here and I think that makes for great value on the under in this game Saturday night. The defensive intensity will be at a high level as, even though Wednesday's victory was a small measure of revenge for last season's playoff ouster, the Canucks still badly want this victory at home Saturday. With that said, the defensive intensity will be at a high level for Vancouver. For the Flames that level of intensity inside the blue line will definitely be there as they are still fired up after the embarrassing loss to the Canucks in their home opener. After losing a game by a margin of two goals or more, the under is 23-15 in the Flames next game. In Calgary road games with a total of 5.5 goals the under is 34-22. The under is 23-13 in Vancouver home games with a total of 5.5 goals. The under is 34-23 in Canucks divisional games. A lot of intensity in this rematch and that should lead to a tight, low-scoring game. |
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10-09-15 | Chicago Blackhawks v. NY Islanders OVER 5 | 3-2 | Push | 0 | 7 h 21 m | Show | |
I am playing on OVER 5 in the NY Islanders (vs. Chicago) @ 7;30 ET Friday - Both of the match-ups between these clubs stayed under the total last season but each game did total 5 goals. That said, I do see a lot of value with this total at a 5. The Blackhawks are off of a 3-2 season-opening loss on Wednesday and will be prepared for a bounceback in a huge way tonight. The over has cashed in at a 21-12 clip the past two seasons in Blackhawks games with a posted total of 5 goals or less. The longterm run in that situation for Chicago is a solid 126-84 to the over. The Islanders, in home games with a posted total of 5 goals or less, have gone a strong 81-59 to the over. I also expected this to be an electric atmosphere tonight because of the Islanders move to Brooklyn. The fans will likely prove to be a "raucous crowd" and with all the added energy and the Hawks looking to bounce back from a season-opening loss on their own home ice, I expect plenty of attacking from Chicago in the offensive zone tonight. Add it all up and you have the makings of a back and forth, up and down the ice, high-scoring game in New York tonight. |
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10-08-15 | Edmonton Oilers v. St Louis Blues UNDER 5.5 | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 21 h 60 m | Show | |
I am playing on the UNDER in St Louis vs Edmonton as a *9 Best Bet on Thursday @ 8:05 ET - These teams last met at the end of February and the result was a 2-1 Blues victory in Edmonton. I look for a similar result tonight in St Louis. There is a lot of hype with the Oilers early this season and understandably so with the arrival of Connor McDavid. You can bet that coach Ken Hitchcock and the Blues are intent on shutting down the rookie phenom and the entire Oilers offense in the season opener for both clubs. St Louis allowed just 11 goals in their 6 preseason games and Edmonton allowed only 16 goals in their 8 exhibition games leading into the new season. Both teams, as they game plan for this match-up, are emphasizing solid defense and playing smart inside their own blueline tonight. Getting the total at 5.5 goals is added value for the under in this one. |