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09-28-20 | Lightning v. Stars +1.5 | 2-0 | Loss | -178 | 22 h 32 m | Show | |
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09-25-20 | Lightning v. Stars +1.5 | 5-4 | Win | 100 | 15 h 49 m | Show | |
5* |
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09-23-20 | Lightning v. Stars +1.5 | 5-2 | Loss | -190 | 33 h 30 m | Show | |
5* |
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09-21-20 | Stars +1.5 v. Lightning | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 13 h 27 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Dallas Stars. The Stars will be the underdog in the Stanley Cup Finals, despite the fact that they were far more impressive in their Conference Finals series versus Vegas than Tampa was against the Islanders. The Lightning defeated the Isles in overtime in Game 6, and the 2-1 final was the same score as Game 5, and Game 2. The Stars have seen five of their last six games decided by a single goal, and these two teams have gone to overtime in three of the last five head to head meetings. Take DAL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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09-19-20 | Stars +1.5 v. Lightning | 4-1 | Win | 100 | 18 h 54 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on the Dallas Stars. The Stars will be the underdog in the Stanley Cup Finals, despite the fact that they were far more impressive in their Conference Finals series versus Vegas than Tampa was against the Islanders. The Lightning defeated the Isles in overtime in Game 6, and the 2-1 final was the same score as Game 5, and Game 2. The Stars have seen five of their last six games decided by a single goal, and these two teams have gone to overtime in three of the last five head to head meetings. Take DAL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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09-14-20 | Stars +1.5 v. Golden Knights | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 9 h 9 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Dallas Stars +1.5. Coming into this series you could make the argument that Vegas was the better team. They were nearly a 2-1 favorite in Game 1, which they lost 1-0. They have been held to one goal or less in four of their last seven games. Dallas has a chance to advance to the Stanley Cup Finals with a win in Game 5, and at this point it is simply illogical to call Vegas the favorite. Three of the first four games in this series were decided by one goal, and I'll take the Stars as an underdog here on the puckline. Take DAL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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09-01-20 | Canucks +1.5 v. Golden Knights | Top | 2-1 | Win | 100 | 32 h 38 m | Show |
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08-30-20 | Golden Knights v. Canucks +1.5 | 5-3 | Loss | -141 | 14 h 52 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Vancouver. The Canucks were shutout in a 3-0 loss in Game 3, and need to rally to tie the series here in Game 4. Here is what I said before this series started: "The Canucks dispatched of the defending Stanley Cup champions in six games, and now they are a big underdog in their second round series versus Las Vegas. Vancouver gives us every reason to expect this to be a competitive series. The Golden Knights have won six of their last seven versus Vancouver, but four of those wins came in games decided by just one goal." Take VAN. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-24-20 | Stars +1.5 v. Avalanche | 5-2 | Win | 100 | 31 h 38 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on Dallas +1.5. The Avs didn't surprise anybody by beating Arizona in the first round, but Dallas wasn't supposed to beat up Calgary the way they did. The Stars come into Game 1 as a huge underdog, and I really don't see why. Dallas has won four of their last five against Colorado, and the Avalanche are 5-16 in their last 21 Conference Semifinals games. Three of the last five head to head meetings have been decided in overtime. Colorado played a seven game series against the Sharks in last year's Conference Semifinal, and only won one of those games by more than a goal. Take DAL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-23-20 | Canucks +1.5 v. Golden Knights | 0-5 | Loss | -155 | 20 h 2 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Vancouver Canucks. The Canucks dispatched of the defending Stanley Cup champions in six games, and now they are a big underdog in their second round series versus Las Vegas. Vancouver gives us every reason to expect this to be a competitive series. The Golden Knights have won six of their last seven versus Vancouver, but four of those wins came in games decided by just one goal. Take VAN. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-22-20 | Stars +1.5 v. Avalanche | 5-3 | Win | 100 | 19 h 8 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on Dallas. The Avs didn't surprise anybody by beating Arizona in the first round, but Dallas wasn't supposed to beat up Calgary the way they did. The Stars come into Game 1 as a huge underdog, and I really don't see why. Dallas has won four of their last five against Colorado, and the Avalanche are 5-16 in their last 21 Conference Semifinals games. Three of the last five head to head meetings have been decided in overtime. Colorado played a seven game series against the Sharks in last year's Conference Semifinal, and only won one of those games by more than a goal. Take DAL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-21-20 | Blues v. Canucks +1.5 | 2-6 | Win | 100 | 31 h 18 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Vancouver Canucks. The defending champions are in trouble heading into Game 6 of this first round series versus Vancouver. The blew a 3- lead in Game 5, losing by a score of 4-3. Now they are not only facing elimination, but their goaltending situation is a complete nightmare. After giving up nine goals in the first two games of the series, Jordan Binnington was benched in favor of Jake Allen. Blues coach Craig Berube hasn't committed to naming his starter for Game 6, after Allen had a poor showing in Game 5. The Canucks can end the series here on Friday, and right now they look like the team that deserves to move on. Take VAN. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-17-20 | Lightning v. Blue Jackets +1.5 | 2-1 | Win | 100 | 27 h 59 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on the Columbus Blue Jackets +1.5. There is little doubt that the Tampa Lightning are the more talented team. Throughout the course of a regular season a team as skilled as Tampa is going to score more goals and win more games. Put that team up against Comlumbus in a seven game series however, and you have a tough time arguing that Tampa is the better team. Despite being the significant betting favorite, the Lightning are 1-5 in their last six Conference Quarterfinals games. They have lost five of their last seven versus Columbus, and both wins during that span came in overtime. Take CBJ. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-15-20 | Lightning v. Blue Jackets +1.5 | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 15 h 26 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on the Columbus Blue Jackets +1.5. There is little doubt that the Tampa Lightning are the more talented team. Throughout the course of a regular season a team as skilled as Tampa is going to score more goals and win more games. Put that team up against Comlumbus in a seven game series however, and you have a tough time arguing that Tampa is the better team. Despite being the significant betting favorite, the Lightning are 1-5 in their last six Conference Quarterfinals games. They have lost five of their last seven versus Columbus, and both wins during that span came in overtime. Take CBJ. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-07-20 | Penguins v. Canadiens +1.5 | 0-2 | Win | 100 | 28 h 57 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Montreal Canadiens +1.5. The Pittsburgh Penguins were a big favorite in this series, but they face elimination here in Game 4. Two of the first three games in this series were decided by one goal, and two of the three went under the total. Expect those trends to continue here given the magnitude of this game. "We've just done it by working hard," Canadiens coach Claude Julien said. "At the end of the day, we know where the experience is. The only way we can counter that is with our work ethic and our commitment and desire. We lack experience compared to the other team, but we're trying to make it up with our compete level." The underdog is 7-2 in the last nine meetings. Take MTL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-02-20 | Flyers +1.5 v. Bruins | 4-1 | Win | 100 | 318 h 43 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Philly +1.5. Boston is one of the favorites to win it all, but the first place team in the Eastern Conference has had a ton of trouble getting organized for the restart. David Pastranak who leads the league in scoring, missed a ton of training as he was in quarantine, and Brad Marchand is out with a lower body injury. The Bruins appear to be vulnerable, and the Flyers are a tough opponent. Philly has won outright in four of the last five versus Boston, and seven of the last 10 meetings have been decided by one goal (four of those in overtime). Take PHI. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-01-20 | Jets +1.5 v. Flames | 1-4 | Loss | -217 | 17 h 17 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on WPG +1.5. The Flames and the Jets are both serious Stanley Cup contenders, and the pundits have this series too close to call. If there is one thing separating these teams though, its the Jets #1 goaltender Connor Hellebuyck. He's second in the NHL in wins, and he's a candidate for the Vezina Trophy. These teams have a history of playing close hockey games. The Jets have won four of the last six meetings, and four of those six games were decided by just one goal. I expect another close game tonight, and in such games give me the team with the better goalie every time. Take WPG. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-01-20 | Rangers +1.5 v. Hurricanes | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 7 h 57 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on NYR +1.5. The Canes were ahead of the Rangers in the standings when the league paused the season, and they will be the favorite here in the qualifying round. The Rangers had just one fewer win than Carolina, and New York swept the season series versus the Canes (4-0). Artemi Panarin had three goals and six assists against Carolina in those games. This series appears to be close, and I wouldn't be surprised to see some overtime games. All the trends favor New York, who are 41-14 in the last 55 meetings. The underdog has won outright in each of the last six meetings. Take NYR. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-07-20 | Predators +1.5 v. Stars | 1-0 | Win | 100 | 9 h 57 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Nashville +1.5. The Predators are coming off a 2-0 home win over Dallas, and they will be the underdog here in Dallas in the second leg of this home and home series. The Stars rank near the bottom of the league in goals scored, and they really struggle to score during 5-on-5 play. The Predators have seen seven of their last 11 games decided by one goal, so a close game here would be no surprise. Dallas has seen eight of their last 11 games decided by just one goal. Take NASH. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-04-20 | Oilers +1.5 v. Coyotes | 0-3 | Loss | -225 | 27 h 58 m | Show | |
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02-04-20 | Predators v. Jets +1.5 | 2-1 | Win | 100 | 26 h 60 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the WPG Jets. I had the Jets as a home dog against St. Louis on Saturday, and here is what I said before the game: "The Jets have lost seven of their last eight overall, but each of their last two losses have come by just one goal. They out-shot the Boston Bruins 37-23 on Friday, but a bad bounce cost them the game. It's only a matter of time before the Jets snap out of this streak, and they look good as a home dog against the St. Louis Blues tonight. The Blues have lost four of their last five, and their one win during that span came by just one goal. Four of the last five head to head meetings have been decided by one goal." Take WPG. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-01-20 | Oilers +1.5 v. Flames | 8-3 | Win | 100 | 20 h 7 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Edmonton Oilers. The Battle of Alberta resumes tonight in Calgary, and the Edmonton Oilers have a score to settle. The Oilers lost 4-3 at home to Calgary last week, and both previous meetings in 2020 have been decided by one goal. Going back much further, five of the last 10 head to head meetings have been one goal games. I'll take Edmonton to at least keep in close in this revenge game. Take EDM. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-01-20 | Bruins v. Wild +1.5 | 6-1 | Loss | -195 | 18 h 9 m | Show | |
5* |
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02-01-20 | Blues v. Jets +1.5 | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 17 h 10 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the WPG Jets +1.5. The Jets have lost seven of their last eight overall, but each of their last two losses have come by just one goal. They out-shot the Boston Bruins 37-23 on Friday, but a bad bounce cost them the game. It's only a matter of time before the Jets snap out of this streak, and they look good as a home dog against the St. Louis Blues tonight. The Blues have lost four of their last five, and their one win during that span came by just one goal. Four of the last five head to head meetings have been decided by one goal. Take WPG. GL, Jesse Schule |
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01-22-20 | Red Wings v. Wild -1.5 | 2-4 | Win | 104 | 21 h 18 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Minnesota Wild. The Detroit Red Wings have lost five straight, and four of those five losses came by at least two goals. In fact six of their last seven losses were by more than one goal. They have lost three of their last four visits to Minnesota, and all three losses were by more than one goal. Minnesota is still battling for a playoff spot, and can't afford to overlook an inferior opponent. Detroit's veteran goaltender Jimmy Howard is now 0-13-2 in his last 15 starts. The Red Wings are 0-6 in their last six in the fourth game of a 4-in-6 situation. Take MIN. GL, Jesse Schule |
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12-05-19 | Wild v. Lightning -1.5 | 5-4 | Loss | -100 | 16 h 53 m | Show | |
8* |
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11-19-19 | Jets +1.5 v. Predators | 2-1 | Win | 100 | 11 h 48 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Winnipeg Jets. The Predators come into tonight's home game against Winnipeg as losers of four straight and six of their last seven overall. They lost 7-2 to Chicago on Saturday, and Pekka Rinne was pulled after allowing four goals on 14 shots. The Jets come into the Music City with a record of 6-1-1 in their last eight overall, and they will be a big underdog in tonight's game. The Jets have won four of the last five meetings, and the underdog has won six of the last seven meetings. Winnipeg has seen six of it's last eight overall decided by just one goal. Take WPG. GL, Jesse Schule |
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06-12-19 | Blues v. Bruins -1.5 | 4-1 | Loss | -100 | 31 h 45 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Boston. The Bruins dominated Game 6 in St. Louis, and while momentum has meant very little in this series, I think the Blues might have a tough time coming back in Game 7 in Boston. There is no question that Tukka Rask has been the better of the two goaltenders. In fact he's having a historic run in these playoffs, ranking 1st in all major categories. I like the Bruins to ride Rask to a commanding win at home in Game 7. Take BOS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-29-19 | Blues +1.5 v. Bruins | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 7 h 31 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the St. Louis Blues. I had Boston in Game 1, but I was a little surprised to see them overcome an early 2-0 deficit. The Blues won't be happy with some of the calls in Game 1, and I think the officials will let a little more go here in Game 2. I wouldn't be surprised if this game ends 2-1 or 3-2 decided in overtime. The Blues aren't going to go away, and they aren't going down without a fight. Take STL. +1.5 GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-21-19 | Sharks v. Blues -1.5 | 1-5 | Win | 181 | 20 h 42 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on STL. I had the Blues in Game 3, and I felt robbed. Here is what I said before the game: "The Sharks got to Jordan Binnington in Game 1, but the rookie was solid as a rock in Game 2. The Blues head back home with a 1-1 series split, and they appear to have the Sharks right where they want them. The Sharks biggest weakness so far in these playoffs has been inconsistent goaltending from Martin Jones. He has a 2.83 GAA and a .905 save percentage, which ranks 15th among active netminders in the post-season. Note that only 16 teams advance to the playoffs. Jones allowed four goals in 25 shots in Game 2, and it's tough to have a lot of confidence in him moving forward. The Sharks have lost seven of their last 10 on the road, and the home team has won six of the last seven head to head meetings. I'll take the Blues as the home favorite." The Sharks are beaten and battered, and they can't have a lot left in the tank. The Blues should put them out of their misery here tonight. Take STL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-05-19 | Blues v. Stars -1.5 | 4-1 | Loss | -100 | 27 h 30 m | Show | |
This is a play on the Dallas Stars. Dallas heads home with a 3-2 series lead, and they appear to have frustrated Blues rookie netminder Jordan Binnington. I am certainly not surprised the Stars are leading this series, here is what I said prior to Game 1: "The Blues beat the Winnipeg Jets in the first round mostly as a result of Jordan Binnington out-playing Connor Hellebuck. They face the Dallas Stars in the second round, and I don't think they can count on superior goaltending in this series. Ben Bishop ranked 1st in the NHL in save percentage and second in GAA during the regular season. Here in the playoffs he ranks second in both categories behind Robyn Lehner of the Islanders. The Stars top line has also been hot, and I think Dallas matches up really well versus this Blues team." Take DAL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-04-19 | Blue Jackets v. Bruins -1.5 | 3-4 | Loss | -100 | 65 h 29 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Boston Bruins -1.5. I had the Bruins to win the series, and here is what I said prior to Game 1: "The Blue Jackets showed the Tampa Bay Lightning that playoff hockey is a whole different ball game than the regular season. Their strategy worked perfect against the talented lightning, but they better go back to the drawing board. If they think they are going to out-work, and push around the big bad Bruins, they are kidding themselves. This Boston team is battle tested, with legendary playoff performers such as Brad Marchand, Patrice Bergeron and Zedno Chara." Boston won Game 4 by a score of 4-1, and Columbus would have been held scoreless if it wasnt for a controversial goal on a puck that went out of play and ended up in the net. Boston has all the momentum and home ice advantage is restored. If the Jackets are trailing late, there is a high probability of an empty net goal. Take BOS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-03-19 | Islanders v. Hurricanes -1.5 | 2-5 | Win | 210 | 30 h 45 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Canes -1.5. The Islanders have been so close in every game of this series, but they can't seem to catch a break. Heading into Game 4 in Carolina trailing 3-0 in the series, you have to wonder how much fight this team has left. The Canes will be all fired up here with a rowdy crowd behind them, and if they score first they might just run away with it. They scored a pair of empty netters in the last game, and you can bet the Isles will be quick to pull the goalie if they are trailing late in this elimination game. Take CAR. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-25-19 | Stars +1.5 v. Blues | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 5 h 9 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Dallas. The Blues beat the Winnipeg Jets in the first round mostly as a result of Jordan Binnington out-playing Connor Hellebuck. They face the Dallas Stars in the second round, and I don't think they can count on superior goaltending in this series. Ben Bishop ranked 1st in the NHL in save percentage and second in GAA during the regular season. Here in the playoffs he ranks second in both categories behind Robyn Lehner of the Islanders. The Stars top line has also been hot, and I think Dallas matches up really well versus this Blues team. Take DAL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-16-19 | Lightning v. Blue Jackets +1.5 | 3-7 | Win | 100 | 18 h 38 m | Show | |
5* |
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04-13-19 | Stars +1.5 v. Predators | 1-2 | Win | 100 | 25 h 37 m | Show | |
5* |
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04-12-19 | Blue Jackets v. Lightning -1.5 | 5-1 | Loss | -100 | 7 h 55 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on TB. The Lightning were in a class of their own in the regular season, finishing 21 points ahead of second place Boston. They did finish first in the East last season, but it was nowhere near as impressive as the show they put on in 2019. They went all the way to the Conference Finals last year, and lost in seven games to the eventual Stanley Cup champions Washington. They cruised through their first round series verus the Devils in five games, winning Game 1 by a score of 5-2. Columbus had to fight like dogs just to get in to the playoffs, and at times they didn't look like a playoff team. They will likely find themselves overwhelmed and overmatched here in Game 2. Take TB. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-10-19 | Blue Jackets v. Lightning -1.5 | 4-3 | Loss | -100 | 8 h 8 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Tampa Bay. The Lightning were in a class of their own in the regular season, finishing 21 points ahead of second place Boston. They did finish first in the East last season, but it was nowhere near as impressive as the show they put on in 2019. They went all the way to the Conference Finals last year, and lost in seven games to the eventual Stanley Cup champions Washington. They cruised through their first round series verus the Devils in five games, winning Game 1 by a score of 5-2. Columbus had to fight like dogs just to get in to the playoffs, and at times they didn't look like a playoff team. They will likely find themselves overwhelmed and overmatched here in Game 1. Take TB. GL, Jesse Schule Flames to win best of seven series -220 Jets to win best of seven series +100 Penguins to win best of seven series -145 Bruins to win best of seven series -150 Vegas to win best of seven series -110 Capitals to win best of seven series -155 Lighting to win Game 1 and best of seven series -163 Dallas to win best of seven series after trailing +300 Vegas Golden Knights to win Stanley Cup +1400 |
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04-06-19 | Rangers v. Penguins -1.5 | 4-3 | Loss | -115 | 3 h 9 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Pens still have work to do, with a chance to improve their playoff position in the final game of the season at home against the Rangers. New York suffered a tough loss on home ice last night, falling 3-2 to Columbus in a shootout. The Blue Shirts are ready to hit the golf course, so don't expect a big push back from New York on the road. The Pens are 4-1 in the last five head to head meetings, and they covered the puckline in all four of those wins. Take PIT. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-04-19 | Canucks v. Predators -1.5 | 2-3 | Loss | -100 | 19 h 34 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Nashville. The Vancouver Canucks are ready to go golfing. They bring a three game winning streak into tonight's game at Nashville, but I think that's all the more reason to pack it in as they play their final two games of the year on the road. The Predators are playing for home ice advantage in the playoffs, so they will be gunning for a win without a doubt. Pekka Rinne has owned Vancouver at home. He's an incredible 42-15-3 in his last 60 home starts. The Canucks have lost four of five at Bridgestone Arena. Take NAS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-04-19 | Canadiens +1.5 v. Capitals | 1-2 | Win | 100 | 22 h 46 m | Show | |
This is an 5* play on Montreal +1.5. The Habs will likely need to run the table in order to sneak into the playoffs, but given their recent play they might just be able to pull it off. Montreal is 6-1-1 in their last eight overall, and Carey Price has been dominant down the stretch. He was brilliant in a 3-1 win at Winnipeg on Saturday, stopping 23-of-24 shots. This game won't mean nearly as much to Washington, as the Caps have already clinched a playoff berth and they are three points clear of the Islanders in the Metropolitan Division. The road team has won seven of the last nine head to head meetings, and five of those games were decided by just one goal. Take MTL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-28-19 | Canadiens +1.5 v. Blue Jackets | 2-6 | Loss | -188 | 24 h 6 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on the Montreal Canadiens +1.5. I bet on Montreal in their last game, and here is what I said prior to the opening faceoff: "The Habs are barely holding on in the Wild Card race, and the Columbus Blue Jackets are hot on their heels. They can't afford to leave any points on the table here in a home game against Florida." They went on to open up a 5-0 lead in the second period, and won by a score of 6-1. Tonight's game will be the biggest game of the year for both teams, as the winner is almost surely in the playoffs while the loser will likely be eliminated. These teams have a history of playing close, low scoring games. Six of the last seven head to head meetings have gone under the total, and four of those games were decided by just one goal. The Habs have wone five of their last eight, and have only lost once by more than one goal during that span. Six of those games failed to reach the total. Take MTL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-23-19 | Wild +1.5 v. Hurricanes | 1-5 | Loss | -176 | 7 h 54 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Minnesota +1.5. I bet the under in Minnesota's game last night, and here is what I said prior to the game: "The Washington Capitals are in a battle with the Islanders for first place in the Metropolitan Division, while the Minnesota Wild are gunning for one of the Wild Card spots in the Western Conference. In a high stakes battle in the nation's capital, we expect scoring chances to be at a premium tonight. The under is 5-1-1 in the Wild's last seven games as a road underdog. The under is 5-2-1 in the Wild's last eight road games." The Wild earned a hard fought two points winning by a score of 2-1, and taking over the final Wild Card spot in the West. I don't expect them to give it up just 24 hours later, and I like Minnesota to earn at least a point tonight. Take MINNY. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-17-19 | Canucks v. Stars -1.5 | 3-2 | Loss | -100 | 18 h 14 m | Show | |
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03-08-19 | Devils v. Capitals -1.5 | 0-3 | Win | 100 | 16 h 17 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Washington Capitals. The Caps are currently tied with the Islanders for top spot in the Metropolitan Division, and they desperately need to take two points from tonight's home game against the Devils. New Jersey has lost four straight, and in three of those games they were held to one goal or less. Starting netminder Corey Schneider is just 4-9-3 with a 3.21 GAA this season, and he's 0-3 with a 4.69 GAA in his last three starts versus Washington. The Caps are 4-2 in the last six head to head meetings, and all four of those wins came by more than one goal. Take WAS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-20-19 | Blackhawks +1.5 v. Red Wings | 5-4 | Win | 100 | 22 h 38 m | Show | |
This is an 5* play on the Chicago Blackhawks. The Hawks might be the hottest team in the league, coming into tonight's road game against Detroit as winners of nine of their last 11 overall. I have bet on Chicago in several of those games, and here is what I said prior to their win over Detroit: "The Hawks come into Sunday's home game against Detroit as winners of six straight. The Red Wings on the other hand have lost back to back games, and sit just two points out of last in the Atlantic Division. The Red Wings are 18-39 in their last 57 road games, and 7-17 in their last 24 overall. Patrick Kane is just two points back of Nikita Kucherov who leads the NHL in scoring, and his partner in crime Jonathan Toews scored a highlight reel game winning goal in overtime versus Vancouver on Thursday. The Hawks are putting the rest of the league on notice ..." Chicago has won five of their last seven versus Detroit. Take CHI. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-15-19 | Bruins v. Ducks +1.5 | 3-0 | Loss | -185 | 19 h 56 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Anaheim Ducks +1.5. The Ducks snapped a seven game losing streak with a 1-0 win over Vancouver on Wednesday, and they will be a home dog against Boston Friday. The Bruins have won three straight, but they lost their leading scorer David Pastrnak for two weeks with a thumb injury. The Ducks have owned Boston lately, winning nine of the last 10 meetings. The Ducks have a new coach and a rookie goaltender coming off a shutout in his NHL debut. I expect this team to be fired up for a home game against a Boston team that might be complacent. The Bruins are 0-5 in their last five games as a road favorite of -110 to -150. Take ANA. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-14-19 | Canadiens +1.5 v. Predators | 1-3 | Loss | -180 | 9 h 11 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on the Montreal Canadiens +1.5. The Habs have won eight of their last 11 overall, and two of the three losses during that span came by just one goal. They play on the road at Nashville tonight, and they could be catching the Preds at a good time. Nashville is 2-4-1 in it's last seven home games, and Pekka Rinne is 7-11-2 with a .895 save percentage and 3.16 goals against average in his last 21 starts. These two teams have a history of playing close games, with five of the last six head to head meetings decided by one goal. After a slow start, Carey Price is once again looking like an elite goaltender, and the Habs are going to be tough to beat as long as he's playing well. Take MTL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-12-19 | Blackhawks +1.5 v. Bruins | 3-6 | Loss | -147 | 17 h 25 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Chicago Blackhawks. I bet on Chicago in their last game, a 5-2 win over Detroit on Sunday. Here is what I said before the opening faceoff: "The Hawks come into Sunday's home game against Detroit as winners of six straight. The Red Wings on the other hand have lost back to back games, and sit just two points out of last in the Atlantic Division. The Red Wings are 18-39 in their last 57 road games, and 7-17 in their last 24 overall. Patrick Kane is just two points back of Nikita Kucherov who leads the NHL in scoring, and his partner in crime Jonathan Toews scored a highlight reel game winning goal in overtime versus Vancouver on Thursday. The Hawks are putting the rest of the league on notice ..." They come into Boston as big underdogs tonight, but nine of the Bruins last 11 games have been decided by just one goal. Take CHI. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-09-19 | Sharks v. Oilers +1.5 | 5-2 | Loss | -189 | 20 h 19 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on Edmonton +1.5. The Oilers had lost six straight before beating the Wild in Minnesota by a score of 4-1 on Thursday. Three of those six losses came by just one goal. They host San Jose tonight, and the Sharks are coming off a 5-2 win at Calgary. San Jose has won four straight, and three of those wins came in games decided by one goal. History tells us that these teams have a history of playing high scoring games. The over is 5-0 in Oilers last five games a home underdog. This could be a let down spot for the Sharks, as coming into Alberta and sweeping the Flames and Oilers is not an easy task. Take EDM. GL, Jesse Schule |
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02-09-19 | Red Wings +1.5 v. Sabres | 1-3 | Loss | -180 | 14 h 20 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on the Detroit Red Wings +1.5. Detroit is 5-3 in it's last eight games, and two of those three losses came by just one goal. They sit 10 points back of Buffalo in the standings, but the Sabres have not played well of late. They have lost seven of their last 10, and all three wins during that span have come by a single goal. These two teams have a history of playing close games, with eight of the last 10 head to head meetings being decided by just one goal. The Sabres are 1-9 in their last 10 games playing on 1 days rest, and 1-5 in their last 6 Saturday games. I'll take the underdog in a game that looks like it could go either way. Take DET. GL, Jesse Schule |
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01-19-19 | Ducks +1.5 v. Devils | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 11 h 14 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Anaheim Ducks. The Ducks snapped a 12 game losing streak with a 3-0 win at Minnesota on Thursday. They are still right in the hunt for a playoff spot in the Western Conference, and I like their chances of stringing a few wins together and making a bit of a run. Even during their losing streak they picked up points in four overtime losses, and five of their 12 losses came in one goal games. The Devils have lost six of their last nine overall, and only once during that span did they win a game by more than a goal. The Ducks have won eight of their last 10 versus the Devils, and six of those 10 games were decided by just one goal. The Devils are 0-6 in their last 6 in the fourth game of a 4-in-6 situation, and 5-11 in their last 16 games playing on 1 days rest. Take ANA. GL, Jesse Schule |
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01-08-19 | Oilers +1.5 v. Sharks | 2-7 | Loss | -155 | 19 h 40 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Oilers +1.5. Edmonton finally snapped out of a six game losing streak by winning on the road at Arizona in their first game of this road trip. They come into San Jose with two wins in three games on this West Coast swing, and they catch the Sharks in a good spot. San Jose played last night, beating the LA Kings by a score of 3-1. San Jose is just 3-3 in their last six home games, and the Oilers are .500 on the road this season. Edmonton has won three of it's last six visits to the Shark Tank. I'll take the Oilers on the puckline here. Take EDM. GL, Jesse Schule |
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12-29-18 | Canucks +1.5 v. Flames | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 24 h 43 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Vancouver Canucks. The Canucks are one of the hottest teams in hockey right now, coming into Calgary as winners of seven of their last 10 overall. They have just one loss by more than one goal in their last 10 games. This is a Vancouver team that lost 10 of 11 games in the final three weeks of November. Star forward Brock Boeser sat out almost the entire month of November with an injury. He's back, and he has seven goals in 12 games so far in December. The Flames come in off a 4-1 win at Winnipeg, but had lost three straight prior to that. I like Vancouver to give the Flames a run for their money tonight. Take VAN. GL, Jesse Schule |
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12-13-18 | Oilers +1.5 v. Jets | 4-5 | Win | 100 | 11 h 17 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Edmonton Oilers +1.5. Ken Hitchcock has certainly made his mark since taking over in Edmonton. The Oilers come into Winnipeg tonight as winners of seven of their last eight overall. The Jets are also playing well, winners of six of their last seven. These teams met in Edmonton earlier this season, and the Oilers won that game by a score of 5-4 in overtime. The Oilers are 6-4 straigh up in the last 10 meetings, but they are 8-2 on the puckline during that span. The Jets have been involved in some close games lately, with three of their last six wins coming by just one goal. Another close game is expected in tonigh's game. Take EDM. GL, Jesse Schule |
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12-11-18 | Canadiens +1.5 v. Wild | 1-7 | Loss | -195 | 16 h 11 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Montreal Canadiens +1.5. The Habs are on a roll, coming into Minnesota as winners of three straight. The good news is that Carey Price is back playing like an MVP again. Price has won four of his last five starts, allowing two goals or less in four of those five games. Shea Weber is also back in the lineup, and he's scored three goals in five games in December. The goaltending matchup could be key here, and Minnesota's starter Devan Dubnyk has really struggled this season. Dubnyk has been lit up for 17 goals in his last five starts, and four of those games were losses. Take MTL. GL, Jesse Schule
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11-20-18 | Oilers +1.5 v. Sharks | 4-3 | Win | 100 | 3 h 23 m | Show | |
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11-17-18 | Kings v. Predators -1.5 | Top | 3-5 | Win | 116 | 25 h 57 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Nashville Predators. The LA Kings are the worst team in the NHL this season, and it looks like it's time for a rebuild. Don't be fooled by their 2-1 win over Chicago in overtime last night, the Blackhawks are also one of the league's bottom feeders this season. LA will play on the road in the second game of a back to back against last year's President's Trophy winners tonight, and the Predators have the league's second best record so far this season. Pekka Rinne is 6-2-1 with a 1.53 GAA this season, and it's no surprise that his numbers are even better at home. The Predators have lost three straight on a recent road trip, and that should have them even more focused and hungry for tonight's game against a struggling Kings team. This one has "MASSACRE" written all over it. I'm taking the home favorite on the puckline. Take NAS. GL,
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10-30-18 | Devils +1.5 v. Lightning | 3-8 | Loss | -190 | 6 h 20 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on the NJD +1.5. The Tampa Bay Lightning come home from a five game road trip with an overall record of 7-2-1, and they earned points in four of five games. They got hammered by the Coyotes in Arizona in their final game of the trip though, and injuries to their top defenseman (Viktor Hedman) and best defensive forward (Ondrej Palat) leave them in rough shape for tonight's game against the upstart Devils. New Jersey is off to a great start, coming in ranked in the Top 5 in scoring, goals against as well as on the penalty kill. The return of starting goaltender Corey Schneider certainly isn't going to hurt either. I like New Jersey to keep this a close game in Tampa. Take NJD. GL,
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06-04-18 | Golden Knights v. Capitals -1.5 | 2-6 | Win | 225 | 37 h 54 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Washington Capitals -1.5.
I bet on Washington in Game 3, and I have them winning this series. Here is what I said prior to the series: "The Las Vegas Golden Knights were a 200-1 bet to win the Stanley Cup before the season started, and here they are about to play Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final on home ice. This is a real Cinderella story, but the Washington Capitals have a story of their own. Alex Ovechkin is the best pure goal scorer of his generation, but he and the Capitals have played second fiddle to Sidney Crosby's Pittsburgh Penguins for the last decade. Washington's path to the Finals is far more impressive than the Knight's in my opinion. They overcame a 2-0 series deficit in the first round, and then won consecutive Game 7s against the defending champion Penguins and a Lightning team that finished first in the East. That brings me back to my description of Vegas as a "Cinderella Story". You know what happens to Cinderella when the clock strikes midnight? I'll take Ovi and the Caps as the underdog here against a younger, less experienced Vegas team that I believe is a prohibitive favorite." Take WAS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-13-18 | Capitals +1.5 v. Lightning | 6-2 | Win | 100 | 20 h 6 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Washington Capitals +1.5. I had the Caps in Game 1, and here is what I said before the game: "The Caps are an underdog on the road in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final in Tampa. This team has thrived as an underdog in these playoffs, battling back from a 2-0 series deficit in their first round series versus Minnesota, and they went on to upset the defending Stanley Cup champs in the second round. They have won five of six road games in the post-season, and three of their four losses so far have come by just one goal. They have won seven of the last 10 meetings versus Tampa, and two of three at Tampa. Two of Tampa's three wins against Washington since 2014 have come in overtime. I expect the Capitals to cause all sorts of problems for the Lightning." They are now an even bigger underdog in Game 2 at Tampa, and I can't pass up on another value bet with Washington on the puckline. Take CAPS. GL,
Jesse Schule |
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05-11-18 | Capitals +1.5 v. Lightning | 4-2 | Win | 100 | 64 h 15 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Washington Capitals +1.5. The Caps are an underdog on the road in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final in Tampa. This team has thrived as an underdog in these playoffs, battling back from a 2-0 series deficit in their first round series versus Minnesota, and they went on to upset the defending Stanley Cup champs in the second round. They have won five of six road games in the post-season, and three of their four losses so far have come by just one goal. They have won seven of the last 10 meetings versus Tampa, and two of three at Tampa. Two of Tampa's three wins against Washington since 2014 have come in overtime. I expect the Capitals to cause all sorts of problems for the Lightning. Take WAS. GL,
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05-07-18 | Capitals +1.5 v. Penguins | 2-1 | Win | 100 | 5 h 8 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Washington Capitals.
I picked Washington to win this series, and here is what I said prior to Game 1: "The Capitals finished at the top of the Metropolitan Division this season, five points ahead of the Penguins. This earns them home ice in this second round best of seven series that starts tonight. History tells us that the Penguins have dominated this rivalry in the post-season, but I think things could play out differently here in 2018. The Caps have already faced adversity in their first round series versus Columbus, and after losing the first two games on home ice, they won four straight. Braden Holtby came in to replace Philip Grubauer, and he's 4-0 as a starter in the post-season. The Penguins won't have Evgeni Malkin for Game 1, and he scored a team high 42 goals during the regular season. Ovechkin scored five goals in six games in the first round, including a pair of goals in the series clinching win in Columbus in Game 6. I'll take Washington in Game 1, and if I had to pick a team to win the series I'd go with the Caps as the underdog with home ice advantage." I like the Caps as an underdog here in Game 6. Take WAS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-06-18 | Bruins +1.5 v. Lightning | 1-3 | Loss | -180 | 29 h 40 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Boston +1.5.
The Tampa Bay Lightning can take a lickin' and keep on tickin'. In fact they can close out this Eastern Conference Semifinals series versus Boston with a win on home ice this afternoon. If you think the Big Bad Bruins are just going to roll over.. THINK AGAIN! Boston is a gritty team, loaded with proven playoff performers. Home ice doesn't appear to be a factor, as the home team has lost three of the last four meetings in the series. The Bruins have had plenty of success at Tampa, winning six of eight dating back to the regular season. The price is way to high in my opinion, and I'll take Boston as a dog in a must win game, facing elimination. Take BOS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-03-18 | Capitals +1.5 v. Penguins | 1-3 | Loss | -185 | 8 h 58 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Washington Capitals.
I picked Washington to win this series, and here is what I said prior to Game 1: "The Capitals finished at the top of the Metropolitan Division this season, five points ahead of the Penguins. This earns them home ice in this second round best of seven series that starts tonight. History tells us that the Penguins have dominated this rivalry in the post-season, but I think things could play out differently here in 2018. The Caps have already faced adversity in their first round series versus Columbus, and after losing the first two games on home ice, they won four straight. Braden Holtby came in to replace Philip Grubauer, and he's 4-0 as a starter in the post-season. The Penguins won't have Evgeni Malkin for Game 1, and he scored a team high 42 goals during the regular season. Ovechkin scored five goals in six games in the first round, including a pair of goals in the series clinching win in Columbus in Game 6. I'll take Washington in Game 1, and if I had to pick a team to win the series I'd go with the Caps as the underdog with home ice advantage." I like the Caps as an underdog here in Game 4. Take WAS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-28-18 | Sharks +1.5 v. Golden Knights | 4-3 | Win | 100 | 11 h 39 m | Show | |
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04-28-18 | Bruins +1.5 v. Lightning | 6-2 | Win | 100 | 6 h 39 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Boston Bruins. Jesse Schule |
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04-27-18 | Jets v. Predators -1.5 | 4-1 | Loss | -100 | 11 h 27 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Nashville Predators.
The President's Trophy winners will host the Winnipeg Jets in Game 1 of this second round NHL Playoff series tonight. The Jets had the best home record in the league this season, and the second best overall record behind Nashville. We can expect home ice to be a huge factor here in this series, and it''s absolutely crucial for the Predators to get off to a good start here in Game 1. Pekka Rinne is 25-6-2 at home this season. Nashville has won four of it's last five home meetings with Winnipeg, and all but one of those games were decided by more than one goal. These teams went over the total in four of five meetings this season, and the over is 7-3 in the last 10 meetings. The Predators have gone over in five of their last six home games, while the over is 4-1 in their last five home meetings versus Winnipeg. Take NAS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-22-18 | Predators v. Avalanche +1.5 | Top | 5-0 | Loss | -175 | 10 h 47 m | Show |
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04-20-18 | Avalanche v. Predators -1.5 | 2-1 | Loss | -113 | 11 h 56 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Nashville Predators -1.5. |
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04-20-18 | Flyers v. Penguins -1.5 | 4-2 | Loss | -100 | 8 h 25 m | Show | |
This is a 9* play on the Pittsburgh Penguins -1.5 The Penguins have the majority of star power in this series, including the best player in the world (Sidney Crosby). Evgeni Malkin and Phil Kessel are also legitimate superstars, while aside from Claude Giroux, the Flyers are short on big name players. Sean Couturier leads the team in scoring in the playoffs, and he centers the Flyers first line. He missed Game 4 after suffering an injury in Tuesday's practice. While Philly is severely out-gunned, their biggest disadvantage is between the pipes. Matt Murray is a two time Stanley Cup champion, while Brian Elliot came over in the off-season after failing to lock down the starting job in Calgary. Elliot has been lit up in two of three games in this series, going 1-2 with a 4.43 GAA. Murray on the other hand is 2-1 with a 1.71 GAA in the the playoffs so far. The Penguins had the best power play in the league during the regular season, while Philly ranked 29th in the league on the penalty kill. In such a one-sided matchup, Philly's only hope is that Elliot can steal a game or two. He's just not the right man for the job. Jesse Schule |
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04-18-18 | Predators v. Avalanche +1.5 | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 12 h 40 m | Show | |
Nashville vs Colorado Free Pick April 16, 2018
I bet on the Predators in both the first two games of this series, and one of the things I talked about was how well Nashville plays on home ice. The Preds aren't quite as dominant away from home, and given how competitive this series has been so far, I think there's value backing Colorado as a home dog in Game 3. The Avs actually have one of the best home record in the Western Conference, going 28-11-2 at the Pepsi Center. Jonathan Bernier was rock solid at home, posting a record of 13-4 with a 2.34 GAA. The Avs also boast top special teams units, with the league's #4 ranked penalty kill and 8th ranked power play. Nathan McKinnon finished second in the NHL in points (per game) with 97 points in 74 games. He did the majority of the damage at home, scoring 27 goals and adding 40 assists in 39 games. Colorado should give the Predators all they can handle here in Game 4. Take COL +1.5. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-14-18 | Avalanche v. Predators -1.5 | 4-5 | Loss | -103 | 6 h 12 m | Show | |
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04-13-18 | Kings +1.5 v. Golden Knights | 1-2 | Win | 100 | 11 h 1 m | Show | |
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04-13-18 | Wild +1.5 v. Jets | 1-4 | Loss | -165 | 9 h 31 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Minnesota Wild +1.5. |
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04-12-18 | Avalanche v. Predators -1.5 | 2-5 | Win | 110 | 56 h 38 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Nashville Predators -1.5.
The Colorado Avalanche deserve a lot of credit for fighting their way into the playoffs. They are likely looking at an early exit here against the Nashville Predators in the first round however. The Preds are one of the league's toughest teams to beat in their own building, and their goaltender has incredible numbers at home in Nashville. Pekka Rinne was 25-6-2 with a 2.51 GAA at home during the regular season, and he was 21-6-5 with a 2.23 GAA at home last season. The Avs will have to count on Jonathan Bernier after losing Semyon Varlamov to a late season injury. Nashville couldn't have asked for a more suitable opponent in the first round, the Preds are 10-0 in their last 10 versus Colorado. They won eight of those 10 games by at least two goals. Take NAS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-07-18 | Rangers v. Flyers -1.5 | 0-5 | Win | 120 | 9 h 53 m | Show | |
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03-30-18 | Blackhawks v. Avalanche -1.5 | 0-5 | Win | 146 | 11 h 33 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Colorado Avalanche. The Avs are coming off a heartbreaking 2-1 home loss to Philly, putting their playoff hopes in serious jeopardy. They face a must win game versus Chicago tonight, and the Blackhawks are playing their second game of a back to back after beating the Jets at home last night. Chicago's backup goalie Anton Forsberg was hurt in the pre-game wampup last night, and fourth stringer Collin Delia was forced to make an emergency start. When he cramped up, the Hawks turned to a 36 year old accountant by the name of Scott Foster who hadn't played since college. The Avs are sitting in ninth place in the West. Colorado needs a win here to move back into a playoff position, and they have been playing their best hockey here down the stretch. The Avs are 26-10-2 at home, and they are 17-5 in their last 22 home games. Semyon Varlamov is 14-6-2 with a 2.36 GAA on home ice this season. I'll take the home favorite in a must win game. Take COL. Jesse Schule |
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03-29-18 | Coyotes v. Kings -1.5 | 2-4 | Win | 115 | 14 h 17 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the #LAK -1.5.
The Arizona Coyotes are coming off back to back huge wins over two of the league's best teams. They won by a score of 4-1 at Tampa on Monday, and then they won at Las Vegas by a score of 3-2 last night. Playing their second game of a back to back, and at the end of a six game road trip, this looks like a let down spot here in LA. The Kings are still on the playoff bubble, but they appear to be determined to get in. They have out-scored the opposition by a combined score of 12-4 over their last three games. LA ranks among the best in the league on special teams, and they rank 2nd overall in the NHL in goals against. The last time the Coyotes played in LA, they lost by a score of 6-0. I am expecting another blowout here tonight. Take LAK. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-27-18 | Ducks -1.5 v. Canucks | 1-4 | Loss | -100 | 18 h 34 m | Show | |
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03-24-18 | Coyotes v. Panthers -1.5 | 2-4 | Win | 150 | 18 h 51 m | Show | |
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03-17-18 | Rangers v. Blues -1.5 | 3-4 | Loss | -100 | 9 h 6 m | Show | |
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03-17-18 | Senators v. Blue Jackets -1.5 | 1-2 | Loss | -100 | 8 h 7 m | Show | |
The Iceman's hockey package for Saturday includes (CBJ,FLA,TB,STL,SJS) |
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03-14-18 | Canucks v. Ducks -1.5 | 0-3 | Win | 121 | 11 h 23 m | Show | |
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03-12-18 | Canucks v. Kings -1.5 | 0-3 | Win | 141 | 32 h 11 m | Show | |
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03-12-18 | Senators v. Panthers -1.5 | 5-3 | Loss | -100 | 29 h 12 m | Show | |
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03-03-18 | Flyers +1.5 v. Lightning | 6-7 | Win | 100 | 3 h 18 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Philly Flyers +1.5. |
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02-17-18 | Bruins v. Canucks +1.5 | 1-6 | Win | 100 | 11 h 8 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Vancouver +1.5. |
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01-25-18 | Avalanche +1.5 v. Blues | 1-3 | Loss | -195 | 16 h 34 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Colorado Avalanche +1.5. |
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01-17-18 | Canadiens +1.5 v. Bruins | 1-4 | Loss | -170 | 21 h 57 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Montreal Canadiens. |
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01-07-18 | Sabres +1.5 v. Flyers | 1-4 | Loss | -165 | 3 h 11 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Buffalo Sabres +1.5. The Buffalo Sabres lost the Winter Classic by a score of 3-2 to the Rangers. I had Buffalo on the puckline in that game, and here is what I said prior to the opening faceoff: "The Buffalo Sabres will be a big underdog in the annual outdoor game, but I like the underdog in this spot. This will be the 10th edition of the Winter Classic, and of the previous nine games, five of those were decided by just one goal. overtime was required in three of those games. Buffalo is coming off a 4-3 overtime win at New Jersey, and it was the fifth time in their last 10 games that they have played an extra period. Six of their last 10 games have been decided by one goal." Buffalo has since lost back to back games on the road, and their last game was a 4-3 defeat at Winnipeg on Friday. They catch the Flyers playing their second game in a back to back, and off a pair of blowout wins. This could be a let down spot for Philly. Buffalo is 5-5 in the last 10 meetings in this series, and five of those 10 games were decided by one goal. The Sabres only lost by two or more goals twice in that 10 game span. Take BUF +1.5. GL,
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01-01-18 | Sabres +1.5 v. Rangers | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 20 h 22 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Buffalo Sabres +1.5. The Buffalo Sabres will be a big underdog in the annual outdoor game, but I like the underdog in this spot. This will be the 10th edition of the Winter Classic, and of the previous nine games, five of those were decided by just one goal. overtime was required in three of those games. Buffalo is coming off a 4-3 overtime win at New Jersey, and it was the fifth time in their last 10 games that they have played an extra period. Six of their last 10 games have been decided by one goal. The last time the Sabres played the Rangers, they lost by a score of 2-1. You guessed it, that game was decided in overtime. The Rangers are no stranger to close games, they've gone to OT four times in their last six overall. Take BUF +1.5. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-06-17 | Penguins +1.5 v. Capitals | 2-4 | Loss | -200 | 24 h 11 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on the Pittsburgh Penguins +1.5. |
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04-21-17 | Maple Leafs v. Capitals -1.5 | Top | 1-2 | Loss | -100 | 27 h 51 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Washington Capitals -1.5.
The Capitals were supposed to beat the Leafs in 4-5 games, but they head back to Washington with the series tied 2-2. Game 5 is an absolute "must win" for Washington, a team that is trying to shake it's reputation as a playoff bust. The Caps have come out like gangbusters in each of the last two games, building big early leads. The Leafs were able to come from behind to win Game 3 in overtime, but they couldn't come back in Game 4. In fact if it wasn't for a bad call on a disallowed goal, the last game wouldn't have been close. Washington ranked 3rd in the league in scoring, and they had the 3rd best power play in the league during the regular season. They allowed fewer goals than any other team in the league, and Braden Holtby ranked second in the NHL in GAA during the regular season, and third in save percentage. This is a game that the Capitals simply can't afford to lose. I expect to see them start fast as they did in Games 3 and 4, but this time I don't think the Leafs will be able to come back. Take WAS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-12-17 | Blue Jackets +1.5 v. Penguins | 1-3 | Loss | -210 | 30 h 27 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on CBJ + 1.5.
The Blue Jackets owned the best record in the NHL for a long stretch this season, but after slumping at the end of the year they find themselves playing on the road at Pittsburgh in the first round of the playoffs. The Pens will be a big favorite in Game 1, but history tells us that it might not be an easy matchup for Pittsburgh. The key to winning in the playoffs is often goaltending, and Sergei Bobrovsky led the league in GAA and save percentage, and was third in the NHL in wins. The two teams split the season series 2-2, and six of the last eight meetings between the two teams have been decided by just one goal. The defending champion Penguins are banged up heading into the playoffs, with Chris Kunitz and Kris Letang out, and Evgeni Malkin coming off a shoulder injury. I expect Bobrovsky to keep the Jackets in this game, and make it a long series. Take CBJ. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-08-17 | Oilers v. Canucks +1.5 | Top | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 21 h 1 m | Show |
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04-01-17 | Panthers v. Bruins -1.5 | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 3 h 3 m | Show | |
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03-31-17 | Kings v. Canucks +1.5 | 2-0 | Loss | -215 | 14 h 53 m | Show | |
This is a 6* play on the Vancouver Canucks +1.5.
The LA Kings will be eliminated from the playoffs if they lose tonight in Vancouver, but at this point it's only a formality. LA is coming off a 4-1 win in Calgary, but it was just the Kings third win in the last nine games. The Kings rank 25th in the NHL in scoring, and they are just 15-19-3 on the road. The home team has won four of the last five meetings in this series, and six of the last nine games were decided by just one goal. Vancouver has a winning record at home, and starting goalie Ryan Miller is 2-0 with a 2.00 GAA against the Kings this year. I just don't think the Kings deserve to be the favorite here, and I do expect a competitive game. Take VAN. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-30-17 | Stars v. Bruins -1.5 | 0-2 | Win | 135 | 20 h 27 m | Show | |
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03-25-17 | Canucks v. Wild -1.5 | 4-2 | Loss | -100 | 6 h 25 m | Show | |
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