Edmonton goalie Stuart Skinner  is perfect 6-0 with two shutouts in Game 4s of this years playoffs, having given up one goal or less in four of the six victories  and two goals or less in five of the six wins.  I know the Panthers looked dominating in game 3 of this series, but the Oilers are more than talented enough of regrouping and tying this series at 2 games apiece. Edmonton on the money line in the 4th game of a playoff series are a perfect 8-0 dating back to last season.

Play on the Oilers to win

The first two games of this series were close back-and-forth tilts . Edmontons home ice advantage did not dictate play. So Im betting on home ice advantage being the difference maker here for a Florida side that played their best hockey at home this season where they recorded a 30-15-2 recored including the play offs.Florida on the money line after allowing 4 goals or more 2 straight games are a perfect 8-0 L/8 opportunities.

Play on Florida to win

The Stars were smashed last time out vs the Oilers, but have proven to be resilient in the past as is evident by the following trend. Peter Deboer in away or neutral games revenging a road blowout loss versus opponent by 4 goals or more is a perfect 7-0 as HC of the Stars.

Play on the Stars 

The Canes are being over whelmed by the speed and tenaciousness of the defending Stanley Cup Champion Panthers and are down 0-2 in this series. The /Canes have now lost 14 straight 3rd round games and Im betting nothing changes in this spot. Carolina revenging a home blowout loss vs opponent of 3 goals or more are 0-7 L/7 opportunities. Carolina in away or neutral games after allowing 3 goals or more 2 straight games are 1-9 L/10 overall.

Play on the Panthers .

Dallas has owned their opponents at  American Airlines Center this postseason. The Stars have victories in  each of their last five home games, with an average winning margin of 2.4 goals.Dallas finished with a 28-10-3 record as hosts this season. Dallas goalie Oettinger in his last 11 starts owns a .922 save percentage and 2.47 goals-against average and Im betting he is key here to getting the win  here at home tonight.

Play on Stars to win 

The Winnipeg Jets took the first 2 games of this series at home, but the Blues looked like they belonged and here at home in desperation mode Im betting on them notching a victory here this evening. Blues have won 11 of 18 games this season  after 2 or more consecutive losses and have won 5 of 7 off a loss vs a divisional rival this season.

Play on the Blues

The Blues were leading late in game 1 by a 3-2 count before losing , by a 5-3 count, but are a quality side that deserves respect in bounce back mode.Saint Louis revenging a loss where opponent scored 5 or more goals are 11-2 this season. Note: Teams that have lost in an NHL same-series game have responded by going 496-448  in the next game for +23 units.

Play on the Blues to win

The St. Louis Blues were the hottest team in the  league with a 19-4-3 record since play resumed from the 4 Nations tournament which includes a  12-game winning streak. they are definitely live road dogs here today vs big time fav Winnipeg . 

Play on St.Louis Blues to win 

The Canadiens will clinch a playoff berth if they beat the Senators in regulation. You can bet they will be primed to get the win. The Ottawa Senators have already clinched their spot in this year's Stanley Cup playoffs so Im betting they just want to stay healthy. Im betting on the more motivated side that has proven it matches up well in this head to head series. 

Play on the Habs to win 

 St. Louis has owned the previous 3 games in this series this season by a margin of 15-6  and go for the  four-game sweep of the season series in this spot. Im betting they get it. 

St.Louis Blues to win 

Well rested Nashville has a big edge here vs what could easily be what might be described as a tanking San Jose Sharks  team. Nashville is 11-0 (+11 Units) against the money line versus San Jose since the 2021 season. San Jose  lost to Nashville back on Jan 25 -6-5 - Note: Sharks  revenging a same season loss vs opponent the Sharks are just 3-22. 

Play on the Preds 

Im betting the  Toronto Maple Leafs will avoid a fourth straight loss when they conclude a three-game road trip against the Utah Hockey Club. They are highly likely to make the play offs but seeding is now becoming important, and they will be ready to bounce back here vs an inferior side.

Toronto in away or neutral games on the money line after one or more consecutive overs are 12-2 L/14. 

Play on Toronto to win

Flyers are  11-3 this season as a betting favorite, including a 3-2 victory vs the Penguins on February 8 as  home chalk. Right now the Pens are struggling  and have have lost three straight and four of five and are fade material in their current form. NHL Pittsburgh in away or neutral games on the money line revenging a close loss vs opponent of 1 goal or less are 0-8 L/8 . 

Play on Flyers to win

Vegas has won 9 of 15 games as road favorites and according to my projections the Knights match up well here vs a Rangers side that has not found any traction or cohesiveness this season. The Golden Knights are 16-3 this season on the moneyline against poor defensive teams like NYR- 29 or more shots on goal, convert 17% or more pp. Vegas when playing against a marginal losing team (Win Pct. 40% to 49%) are 11-3 this season on the moneyline. NHL Home underdogs of +100 to +150 against the money line - after having lost 4 or 5 of their last 6 games, on Sunday games are 9-50 since 2021.

Play on the Golden Knights

The Islanders are red hot entering this game having won 5 straight, and  their hosts the  Flyers are on the second half of a back-to-back , which is not a good omen considering they have lost 8 of 9 on the back end of back-to-backs this season, including a 3-1 loss to the Islanders last week in the same situational spot. 

NY Islanders to win 

The Minnesota  Wild have done well vs the  Habs for a long time now , winning 17 of 18 meetings overall. With this being his last trip to Montreal of Marc-Andre Fleury’s career, you can bet he will be primed for a big performance. Yes, the wild played last night but they have the conditioning to find a way into the W column this evening. 

Play on the Minnesota Wild to win

 Toronto beat the Flyers  3-2 overtime. a few days ago , which was their  ninth victory in their last 10 games versus the Flyers and according to my projections must be respected as road favs in this spot play. 

Play on the Leafs 

The  Pittsburgh Penguins have won 15 consecutive games on home ice against the Jackets . Im betting according to my power ranking projections nothing changes tonight .It must be noted that the Jackets side have lost 13 of 16 games as road underdogs this season.  Also Pittsburgh in home games on the money line off a loss against a division rival have won 8 straight times.The Penguins have lost three straight and four of their last five games and are in desperation mode, so getting a top tier effort from them makes for a viable wager.

Play on Pittsburgh 

The Wild have won three of their past four games and are in good form entering this tilt. Minnesota owns the league’s best road record, winning 13 of  their 19 away tilts  Minnesota on the money line off a home win against a division rival are 7-0 L/7. Value here with the Wild vs a Washington team that according to my power rankings they matchup well against.

Play on the Wild to win. 

I know that Washington played last night, but with Ovechkin back in the lineup and this beig one of the better conditioned teams in the NHL Im betting they have enough left in the tank to take down a Motown team that has lost 4 straight.

Behind  coach Spencer Carbery, the Capitals have proven themselves a tough  defensive unit that thrives in  transition and the some times undisciplined Wings could find this matchup to be very frustrating. 

Washington has won the two most recent meetings in this series vs Detroit home and away and Im betting on a rinse and repeat situation here again today.

NHL Home underdogs of +100 to +150 against the money line - after failing to cover 5 or 6 of their last 7 against the spread, on Sunday games are 4-34 since the 2021 season, for a go against 90% conversion rate for bettors.

NHL Home underdogs like Philadelphia against the money line - off a road win, a marginal losing team (40% to 49%) playing a winning team in the first half of the season are 2-27 since 2021 season. The flyers have lost 11 of 17 as underdogs. Rangers have won their L/2 visits to Philly and have revenge on board for a late season loss at home last season to the Flyers. 

Play on the NY Rangers

The Kraken have given up two goals or less in six straight games thats not a good omen for a Ducks side that has  lost five of their last seven on home ice, scoring two goals or less in each defeat. Rinse and repeat on both trends here tonight.

Play on the Kraken 

The Washington Capitals are  without injured  Alexander Ovechkin. The Caps are (0-2) without their future HOF super start and are fade material against this explosive Florida Panthers squad.

Play on Florida ”

Preds are road favs despite of Seattles better record and overall season data. Thats interesting in the fact the line has not moved which tells me something about the size of the bets coming in on Nashville. Respect the market has always been something I have done for a long time so, thats what I will do here. Note: The Preds only two road victories this season have come as chalk, and the Kraken have lost 3 of 4 as home dogs. Home underdogs against the money line - after having won 4 or 5 of their last 6 games, with a winning percentage of between 40-49% on the season in the first half of the season are 42-99 since the 1997 season for a go against 70% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on Preds ml

Pittsburgh is 0-4 as the home dog this season and look to be fade material thanks to a blue line that continue to struggle having allowed 4 or more goals in 12 of their 13 losses this season  - The Pens have just one regulation win since Oct. 14 and in a swan dive. NHL  Road Favorites of -200 or less against the money line - well rested team - playing 5 or less games in 14 days, a marginal winning team (51% to 60%) playing a losing team are 39-10 since 2021 season.

Play on Bolts to win

This will be the first time this season the Habs are a home chalk. Over the past two seasons, the Les Canadiens are 8-2 in this role L/10 and get the nod tonight against a Columbus team they matchup well against.

Play on Montreal to win 

Chicago’s after a 3-2 road trip prepares to play their 5th home game of the season tonight against visiting Detroit.  The Blackhawks are  0-3 as the home underdog this season and now on tired legs and still getting acclimated to home cooking Im betting the away fav has the advantage . Last season, Chicago was 12-24 as the home underdog. Rinse and repeat . Motown has won their L/2 visits to Chicago and get my backing in this spot play situation.

Play on Red Wings to win 

The Islanders lost 9 of 10 in  the back end of back-to-backs and lost their only game this season when on off back to backs. Its very interesting to note that  three of the four wins this season that Columbus has registered  have come against sides that are on the back end of a back-to-back. With the Isles continuing to find it difficult to score, as was the case against lowly Anaheim last night in 3-1 loss  this is a situation that favs the home side to cash.

Play on Columbus to win 

Ottawa has lost five straight in Colorado, four straight away and home overall and eight of the last 10 overall meetings. Rinse and repeat in this spot play. NHL  Home teams against the money line - after a 4 game unbeaten streak, on Sunday games are 30-8 since the 2021 season.Ottawa in away or neutral games on the money line in non-conference games have lost 16 of their L/19 overall.

Play on the Avs 

The Habs enter this tilt  playing back to backs which is not a good omen for their chances as they were just  1-12 last season. 

Play on Philly 

The Hurricanes enter this trip the golden pond off back-to-back wins over the Oilers and Flames and have won four of their last five games. The Canes D, is stifling as is evident by having allowed  two goals or less in all four of their victories. I know their hosts the Seattle Kraken have played great out of the gate this season, but  after a hard fought affair vs the  Winnipeg Jets for  their first loss of the season on Thursday night, Im betting they are in. letdown spot and vulnerable to a down performance vs a physical grinding foe.

The Seattle Kraken have only hit the Moneyline in 36 of their last 83 games (-14.35 Units / -13% ROI)

Play on Carolina  

  These teams are playing at the opposite end of the performance spectrum,. The Caps (4-1) enter this game  with four straight wins and Im going to ride that momentum into this home game vs a Flyers side, that has lost 5 straight times. Washington won the only meeting last season by a 4-1 count and now Im betting on a similar outcome this evening.

Play on the Capitals to win

Winnipeg  is  still unbeaten with a  5-0 record. The Jets have won three straight and nine of the last 10 meetings against the St. Louis Blues . In eight of their nine victories over St. Louis, Winnipeg won by 2 goals  or more . 

Jets to win 

The Toronto Maple Leafs are coming off two tough conference battles vs the  (Rangers and Lightning) and are on the back end of a back-to-back and three games in four nights. Advantage Columbus. Blue Jackets in home games on the money line off a home loss by 2 goals or more are 11-3 L/14 which was the case last time out. 

Play on the Blue Jackets to win 

Calgary has started their season at 4-0 and enter this tilt with momentum. Lets ride that positive energy flow for what Im betting will be a profitable outcome vs a Seattle Kraken side that my power ratings suggest they matchup well against.

Calgary is 6-0 against the money line at Seattle since the 2021 season.

The Oilers snapped a three-game skid with a 4-3 overtime victory against the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday night and Im betting they get the job done again.

Kris Knoblauch after having lost 3 of their last 4 games are 11-1 L/12 opportunities.  

Edmonton is 7-2 (+3.9 Units) against the money line versus Nashville since the 2021 season.

Play on Oilers 

The Blue Jackets may not inspire many bettors, but they get a situation where they can take advantage of a Florida side  missing two of its two top offensive  players (Barkov/ Tkachuk . The Panthers are also  playing  on back-to-back days and have been on the ice  three games in the last four days. Finally the Jackets will be inspired to perfrom at a top level in their home opener to honor the Gaudreau  brothers who were involved in a tragic accident this off season.  

Play on Columbus to win 

 The Canucks have lost eight of their last 10 meetings with Tampa so them getting onto the ij colum for the first time this season is more improbable than not. The Lightning have really lit up the Canucks in those meetings  having scored four or more goals in seven of the eight wins. The Bolts have only played one game this season, so their fresh and ready for this tilt, so another explosive output is in play. 

Play on the Bolts to win 

The new look NY Islanders with the addition of Duclair and  KHL stud Tysplakov beefs up the Isles offensive potential  and with an aggressive mind set they will be hard to play against . With Patrick Roy now taking full hold of this teams schemes, Im betting the Isles will flourish this season if healthy and more importantly for now here tonight in their home oponer vs   a speedy Utah side .It must be noted that the Utah Hockey Club is in  a letdown mode  after a opening night win vs the Blackhawks  and after a long trip from west to east could also be jet lagged. 

NY Islanders to win 

The Oilers are the only other team in history that has a chance to win a Stanley Cup coming back from a 3-0 deficit after the Maple Leafs did it against the Red Wings in 1942. I know the Oilers are now the talk of the hockey world , and they have momentum on their sides,  behind super star Connor McDavid. However, the Panthers are an experienced play off side, that has a great deal of physicality on their sides in a game that should see the officials put their whistles away. Home ice will be huge tonight for the Panthers, and Im betting they find a way to take down an Oilers side that has exerted a great deal of energy to come back in this series, and could easily find themselves drained as this game drags on.FLORIDA is 10-2 ATS  in home games when playing against a good team (Win Pct. 60% to 75%) this season.FLORIDA is 15-4 ATS  after allowing 3 goals or more 4 straight games over the last 2 seasons. EDMONTON is 8-17 ATS  after having won 3 of their last 4 games this season.

Play on Florida to win

The Panthers were a sleep at the proverbial wheel last time out in Game 4 of the series, and the desperate Edmonton Oilers took advantage  of the situation, and here we are back in Florida for game 5, with a chance for the Panthers to get a chance to hoist the Cup in front of their fans. So Im betting here in a bounce back situation against a side, that most likely will be in a regression mode after a all out take no prisoners performance.EDMONTON is 7-11 ATS in road games in non-conference games this season.FLORIDA is 15-1 ATS  when playing with 2 days rest this season.FLORIDA is 14-5 ATS  when leading in a playoff series over the last 2 seasons.

Play Florida  Panthers 

The Panthers looked over powering and confident in the first two games of this series grabbing both games in Florida . The Oilers looked frustrated while the men form Florida looked like they were on a mission. I know Edmonton crowd will be a big boost for a the explosive  home side, but this is an experienced post season Panthers group that will not be easily intimidated by the crowd and will once again impose their superior physicality . The Oilers top scorers have been held pointless, and their goaltender Skinner is looking sub par,896 SV% and a 1.0 GSAx, With that said whether Barkov plays or not tonight I like the Panthers here behind red hot Russian goaltender -  Bobrovsky - who started in Game 1 and was just as deadly in Game 2. He garnered a .916 SV% in the post season and is third among playoff goalies with a 10.3 goals saved above expected (GSAx).  Note:FLORIDA is 7-0 ATS/SU in road games off a home win by 2 goals or more this season.

Play on Florida to win 

The Stars have looked stagnant in their L/2 games and are now on the verge of elimination  but this is a resilient bunch that was down 2-0 in their first round series vs Vegas  before storming back to advance to this round. Dallas  has alos not been an easy out on the road this season with 26-10-5 away record in the regular season and a 6-2  playoff record. With so much on the line tonite Im betting on the desperate side to find a way to come out of this with a victory.

Play on Dallas to win  

The Rangers are getting alot of accolades, after winning their first two round of play off hockey but their has been some hiccups and they maybe fortunate to get to this point in their an attempt at a Stanley Cup . It must be noted that they have  only out-chanced their opponent at 5-on-5 twice in 10 games so far this postseason.

Meanwhile, the Florida Panthers look like a team on a mission  after falling short in the Stanley Cup Final a year ago. Panthers have tilted the play, averaging almost 9 more shots per game than their opponents so far during these playoffs , behind a fast and physical brand of hockey. I personally believe that the Rangers will find the Panthers physical abusive play hard to deal with. Advantage Panthers. 

FLORIDA is 11-1 ATS  after allowing 2 goals or less in 5 straight games this season.

Play on Florida Panthers 

Toronto's offense has been frustrated by the Bruins goalie Swayman as the Leafs have averaged 1.8 goals per game in this series and despite of finding a way to keep the Bruins off the board last time out  are at a disadvantage here on foreign ice. Note:Prior to the last game the buds had allowed three goals per game in thjis series vs the Bruins and has only held the Bruins to less than three goals in two of the five games this series and were 1-for 17 on the power play. Also entering these playoffs the Leafs were ranked 30th in high danger chances . I give the Leafs alot of respect for their 2-1 vicotry at home last time out, but Im betting it all ends for them here tonight ion Beantown. 

 BOSTON is 18-3 ATS  in home games revenging a close loss vs opponent of 1 goal or less over the last 2 seasons.

NHL Road underdogs of +100 to +150 against the money line (TORONTO) - good team - outscoring their opponents by 0.3+ goals/game - 2nd half of the season, after allowing 1 goal or less in 2 straight games are 47-112 L/27 seasons for a go against 71% conversion rate for bettors. 

Play on Boston to win

The Knights lost to the Stars for the first time in 7 games last time out,  but now Im betting on the home side to continue their domination vs Dallas here tonight at home in game 4 of this series. It was a grueling game that Im betting took alot out of the Stars as they were playing with desperation down 2-0 but repeating that kind of intensity against the defending Stanley Cup Champs will be a difficult  task. VEGAS is 14-5 ATS  after losing their previous game in overtime over the last 2 seasons.VEGAS is 25-9 ATS  revenging a close loss vs opponent of 1 goal or less over the last 2 seasons. Note:Dallas has dominated possession at 5-on-5  in this series while controlling 57.8% of expected goals in Game 1 then registering  64.1% mark  in Game 2  and  79 % in Game 3. Its obvious to me the Knights matchup well and deserve our backing as dogs tonight. 

Play on Golden Knights to win  

Dallas is the No. 1 seed in the West after garnering  a conference-best 113 points in the regular season. But the Stars are down 2-0 in this series, vs a experienced play off squad that knows how to win big games in post season action as their defending Stanely Cup status would signify. Vegas has won the L/6 meetings in this series and Im betting they get the job done here again tonight.DALLAS is 11-24 ATS   in the 3rd game of a playoff series since 1996.

Play on the Golden Knights to win on the money-line 

The Predators have claimed an upset victory in 18, or 47.4%, of the 38 games they have played as an underdog this season and are  9-8 when they are underdogs of +124 or more on the moneyline. The Canucks are a explosive offensive side, but their type of play is not as efficient in post season action vs a tough  Nashville group that is more physical than their opponents. In post season hockey gritty sides like the Preds deserve respect. Note: Canucks Brock Boeser (40 goals, 73 points) is less than 100% because of injury and uncertain to start this tilt. Also Nashvilles goaltender Saros has a reputation for being very streaky and that was apparent when he stood on his head during a 13-game stretch from Feb. 17 to March 23 in where  he went 11-0-2 with a 1.76 GAA and a .936 save percentage. He is a one man game changer. NHL Road underdogs of +100 to +200 against the money line (NASHVILLE) - revenging 2 straight losses vs opponent by 2 goals or more, well rested team - playing 5 or less games in 14 days are 20-7 L/5 seasons for a 74% conversion rate for bettors. 

Play on Nashville Predators to win 

Islanders are red hot having won 8 of their L/9 and have a recent history of playing the Carolina Canes tough. I know the Canes are what we might consider the better team, but the Isles goalie tandem of Sorokin and Varlamov are on fire at the moment and in the play offs we are talking q whole new season. Islanders have the edge. 

NY ISLANDERS are 8-1 ATS in April games this season.

NHL  team against the money line (CAROLINA) - as a # 2 seed in the playoffs, in the 1rst game of a playoff series are 7-22 L/5 seasons for a go against 76% conversion rate for bettors. 

Play on NYI to win 

The Islanders have already clinched a play off spot and could rest as many as 5 players tonight so they don't risk injuries . This also the Isles 3rd game in 5 nights.  Meanwhile, the Pens still have a chance at a play off spot and must at least win this game to get their shot and Im betting they leave everything on the ice and grab the victory. 

NY ISLANDERS are 16-31 ATS (+49.2 Units) when playing their 3rd game in 5 days this season.

NHL Road Favorites of -200 or less against the money line (PITTSBURGH) - revenging a loss where opponent scored 5 or more goals, with a winning percentage of between 45-55% on the season in the second half of the season are 113-52 L/27 seasons for a 69% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on the Pittsburgh Pens to win 

The Canadiens have struggled against the Senators over the past few seasons, losing eight straight to their division rivals, all in regulation, while being outscored 40-18. They haven't defeated Ottawa since March 19, 2022 and Im betting nothing changes today vs a Ottawa team with momentum after  two victory  in a three-game road trip, including a 3-2 shootout win against the Tampa Bay Lightning this past  Thursday,Montreal has gone 15-36 when oddsmakers have made them underdogs of +134 or more on the money-line. MONTREAL is 5-23 ATS revenging a same season loss vs opponent this season with the average gpg diff clicking in at -1.8. 

Play on Ottawa to win

After winning eight of nine, the Rangers are coming off consecutive regulation losses for the first time since Jan. 18-20. The last loss came to the Islanders in a contest the Rangers felt that they were being targeted with vicious hits. Lots a bad blood and revenge on board for a Rangers team that would love to also derail the Islanders play off hopes. NY RANGERS are 16-3 ATS   revenging a loss where opponent scored 4 or more goals this season.NY RANGERS are 10-0 ATS  in home games after allowing 3 goals or more 2 straight games this season. With their top power play defenseman out ( Dobson) the Isles are in a disadvantageous position. 

Play on the Rangers to win 

Both these sides do not inspire bettors, but one side has an edge here. The Flames matchup well vs a  Ducks  team that have a recent history of struggling vs aggressive offense sides like Calgary. Note:ANAHEIM is 4-26 ATS in home games against good offensive teams - scoring 2.85+ goals/game - 2nd half of the season over the last 2 seasons. ANAHEIM is 3-21 ATS )in home games against good offensive teams - 29 or more  shots on goal, convert 17% pp or better  - 2nd half of the season over the last 2 seasons.

NHL Home underdogs of +100 to +150 against the money line (ANAHEIM) - sub par team - outscored by their opponents by 0.65+ goals/game, after a win by 2 goals or more are 8-45 L/5 seasons for a 85% conversion rate for bettors.(Ducks took a rare win last time out by a 3-1 count vs the Kings). 

Play on the Flames to win 

ARIZONA is 1-20 ATS  in road games when playing against a team with a winning record in the second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.

ARIZONA is 0-14 ATS road games against good teams - outscoring their opponents by 0.3+ goals/game - 2nd half of the season over the last 2 seasons.

 NHL Road underdogs of +200 or higher against the money line (ARIZONA) - playing with double revenge - 2 straight losses vs. opponent, tired team - playing their 2nd road game in 2 days are 1-42 L/5 seasons for a go against 98% conversion rate. 

Canucks have won their L/4 meetings at home in this series. 

Play on the Canucks to win 

The streaky Isles, are  on a 4 game win streak, but non of the victories were easy, as  all came  by two goals or fewer, and here today agains their rivals the balanced Rangers Im betting things will ramp up to be even more difficult. I know the Islanders are in a fight for their play off lives, but the Rangers will be equally motivated to stop their rivals  opportunity for post season play. 

NY RANGERS are 11-1 ATS when playing against a marginal losing team (Win Pct. 40% to 49%) in the second half of the season this season.NY RANGERS are 21-6 ATS   against poor defensive teams - opponents average 29.5+ shots on goal in the 2nd half of the year this season.NY RANGERS are 20-9 ATS against good offensive teams - scoring 2.85+ goals/game - 2nd half of the season this season.

NY RANGERS are 7-0 ATS  in a road game where where the total is 5.5 this season.

Rangers have won 2 of their L/3 visits to Long Island.

Play on the NY Rangers ML

isles are still in the play off race , or at least they are on paper, but despite of needing this game badly, are a team that can not be trusted to be consistent or play up their abilities or needs on any given night. Also according to my projections they do matchup well against the Predators. 

NASHVILLE is 23-12 ATS  when playing against a marginal losing team (Win Pct. 40% to 49%) over the last 2 seasons. NASHVILLE is 5-0 ATS   after scoring 6 goals or more in their previous game this season winning those games by an average of +2.4 gpg. (Preds smashed the Blues last time out 6-3)

The New York Islanders have only hit the Moneyline in 39 of their last 86 games (-14.35 Units / -12% ROI)

Nashville is 5-0 SU/L5 vs the Isles dating back three seasons and have won their L/2 visits to Long Island. 

Play on the Nashville Predators to win on the ML

  Panthers coach Paul Maurice said recently about his teams recent down efforts . " It's going to be a grinder. ... We've got a good chunk of adversity right now, and part of it will be the panic that will set in outside the room." End Quote: Im betting now in panic /desperation mode we see the well conditioned and speedy Panthers in top form tonight vs the Sens. The key will reside behind Goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky who  is 33-17-3 this season with a 2.46 goals-against average and a .912 save percentage.

It must be noted that Florida won the first two meetings of the season series with Ottawa. The Panthers blanked the Senators 5-0 on Nov. 27 and won 3-2 in overtime on Feb. 20.

FLORIDA is 10-0 ATS  when playing their 3rd road game in 4 days over the last 2 season.FLORIDA is 43-9 ATS   when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season over the last 3 seasons.

Play on the Panthers to win 

The Coyotes have lost each of their last nine games as home underdogs against Pacific Division opponents and Im betting nothing changes tonight vs the Canucks.Considering the Canucks have won 6 of the last 7 games against the Coyotes, and  still motivated as they  play for playoff seeding, they very much look like the right side vs a non play off side.

ARIZONA is 1-19 ATS  versus very good teams - outscoring their opponents by 0.5+ goals/G - 2nd half of the season over the last 2 seasons.

Play on Vancouver to win 

The Pens were defeated  5-2 after the Devils scored four unanswered goals in Pittsburgh on Nov. 16, then flunked out in  another 5-2 defeat during a lazy loss at Prudential Center last month. Its obvious to me the Devils matchup well against Pittsburgh and get the nod here again tonight. It must also be noted that the Pens are in a back to back road game  situation which has not been a good omen for them in recent seasons. PITTSBURGH is 1-10 ATS when playing their 2nd road game in 2 days over the last 3 seasons. NHL Road underdogs against the money line (PITTSBURGH) - revenging 2 straight losses where opponent scored 3 or more goals, tired team - playing their 2nd road game in 2 days are just 15-68 L/5 seasons for a go against 82% conversion rate for bettors. 

Play on the NJ Devils to win 

The Islanders kept their play off hopes alive, last time out with a big win vs Florida. But in my opinion it was more of a Panthers letdown rather than the Islanders abilities. In their  usual inconsistent fashion Im now betting that the Islanders cant get the job done tonight and that TB get the W. Note: The Bolts beat the Islanders on Long Island 4-2 back in late Feb. NY ISLANDERS are 0-6 ATS  in road games revenging a home loss versus opponent of 2 goals or more this season.

TAMPA BAY is 3-0-0 straight up against NY ISLANDERS in Tampa Bay over the last 3 seasons and get the nod again. The last two games saw the Lightning out-score the Isles by a 11-1 count. 

Play on Tampa Bay to win 

Colorado had a 9 game win streak end last time out vs Montreal in a 2-1 loss thanks to some stellar Habs goaltending.  I know the Rangers are also playing well, but redemption Im betting is at hand for the Avs tonight, as they come out looking for revenge for a 2-1 loss suffered art MSG back in Feb. COLORADO is 18-3 ATS   in home games against good passing teams - averaging 5 or more assists per game this season.COLORADO is 10-0 ATS   in home games after having won 3 of their last 4 games this season.COLORADO is 21-4 ATS  in home games against good offensive teams - scoring 2.85+ goals/game this season

Play on Avalanche ML 

The Devils beat the Isles last time out by a 4-0 count but it must be noted that this is not always a great situation for Devils backers as they are a bankroll depleting  1-12 ATS  off a road win by 2 goals or more this season. From a league wide trends perspective NHL Road underdogs against the money line (NEW JERSEY) - off a road blowout win by 3 goals or more, on Tuesday nights are just 9-41 L/5 seasons for a 82% go against conversion rate for bettors. Maple Leafs are 5-1 L/6 in this series and get the nod again. 

Play on Toronto to win

The Isles are on a 6 game losing streak, but still have hopes of making post season action. I know they will play a superior Winnipeg side here today, but the Islanders have won their L/2 meetings at home in this series, and now in desperation mode are a viable underdog selection.NY Islanders are also  7-1 SU in its last 8 games when playing Winnipeg.

Play on NY Islanders to win 

Seattle is in a complete tailspin entering this game vs their hosts Arizona as is evident by having lost 6 straight including a 3-1 loss at Vegas last night.  The Kraken are essentially not a play off threat at this time, unless they went on a huge run ,which is doubtful. With  their energy levels depleted after playing last night  and overall momentum taking a hit recently Im betting they wont have the extra gas needed to get the victory tonight.  Note: SEATTLE is 0-5 ATS  off a loss by 2 goals or more to a division rival this season. 

It must also be noted Karel Vejmelka, tonight expected starter for Arizona  has recorded a  2.22 GAA and a .929 save percentage in his five starts in March . Considering the Kraken average just 2.00 per game on offense when playing back to back games, I very much believe the edge is on the Coyotes side especially  considering the Kraken will be without key puck moving  cog  Vince Dunn tonight. 

NHL team against the money line (ARIZONA) - after allowing 5 goals or more against opponent after 3 straight losses by 2 goals or more are 55-19 L/5 seasons for a 74% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on Arizona to win 

The Rangers have looked in top form of late , and have conclusively just taken out two key division rivals the Pittsburgh Penguins and NY Islanders. With momentum on their sides and playing at home today  where they are 23-8 SU Im betting the NYR have the edge. 

NY RANGERS are 9-2 ATS   against top caliber teams - outscoring opponents by 0.65+ goals/game this season like todays opponent the Winnipeg Jets.  NY RANGERS are 9-0 ATS  in home games after a division game this season.

WINNIPEG is 12-25 ATS  against good passing teams - averaging 5 or more assists per game in the 2nd half of the year over the last 2 seasons like the Rangers.

NHL Home Favorites of -200 or less against the money line (NY RANGERS) - off 2 consecutive wins by 2 goals or more against division rivals, in March games are 38-7 L/27 seasons for a 85% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on the NY Rangers to win 

The Ducks are in tank mode and have lost 5 straight by 2 or more goals and Im betting on another down performance vs a Blues side, that has won 3 straight. ANAHEIM is 2-27 ATS (+59.4 Units) when playing against a marginal winning team (Win Pct. 51% to 60%) in the second half of the season over the last 3 seasons with the average gpg diff clicking in at -2.3. 

NHL Home Favorites of -200 to -300 against the money line (ST LOUIS) - extremely tired team - playing 8 or more games in 14 days, a marginal winning team (51% to 60%) playing a losing team are 27-0 L/5 seasons for a 100% conversion rate with the average gpg diff clicking in at +2. 

Play on Blues to win 

Dallas owns a  19-10-4 record in home games and a 40-19-9 record overall and  rank second in league play with 244 total goals (averaging 3.6 per game) and Im betting it will their offensive superiority and home ice advantage that are difference makers tonight. 

NHL Road underdogs against the money line (LOS ANGELES) - revenging 2 straight losses where opponent scored 3 or more goals, tired team - playing their 2nd road game in 2 days are  67-15 L/5 seasons for a 81% conversion rate for bettors. ( Saturday's game is the third time these teams square off this season. The Stars won 4-1 in the previous meeting on March 9th  and  5-1 on Jan 16th. 

Dallas is 4-0 L/4 at home in this series. 

Play on Dallas to win 

Vegas has won 2 straight after suffering through a  injury riddled late season slump. Now with momentum on their sides and playing with the added motivation of revenge for a 3-1 loss they suffered to the Flames on Jan 13th at home, we have an opportunity to ride the visitor in this spot play.  Note: Calgary has lost 3 straight while being outscored by a 18 -5 deficit.  VEGAS is 11-1 ATS  revenging a loss where team scored 1 or less goals this season with the average gpg diff clicking in at +2. 

NHL favorite against the money line (VEGAS) - after allowing 3 goals or more 5 straight games against opponent after 3 straight losses by 2 goals or more are 45-9 L/27 seasons for a 83% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on Vegas to win

Sabres are playing great hockey and now within 5 points of the Isles for the final play off spot. This will be tough game for both sides, but home ice advantage Im betting will be the difference maker. Buffalo is 4-0 L at home in this series. 

Play on the Sabres 

The Sabres took down the Maple Leafs at Buffalo 9-3 on Dec. 21 and then recorded  a 6-4 victory at Toronto on Nov. 4 and have taken three straight form the Leafs and  according to my projections have a viable opportunity for us to cash again. 

Buffalo is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games on the road. Buffalo is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Toronto

NHL Road underdogs of +100 to +200 against the money line (BUFFALO) - slow starting team-outscored by opp by 0.2+ goals/game in first period - 2nd half of the season, after allowing 5 goals or more are 35-19 L/5 seasons for a 65% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on Buffalo to win

Boston is gaining momentum as is evident by securing points in seven straight games which has seen then remain atop the conference. Meanwhile, the inconsistent Islanders are off a  5-3 win vs the Detroit Red Wings last time out ending the Motown groups 6 game win streak. Note:  NY ISLANDERS are 1-7 ATS  after a win by 2 goals or more this season. The Isles are a sub .500 team at home, and against a team like the Bruins are fade material according to my projections. 

The Bruins are 5-0 SU L/5 meetings in this series.

Play on Boston Bruins to win 

The Panthers enter this game having won 9 of their L/10 with their only loss coming by a 1-0 count at Carolina. Meanwhile, the Wings had their 6 game winning streak abruptly ended vs the NYI last time out, and according to my projections are viable candidates to record two straight losses. Note:FLORIDA is 10-1 ATS in road games second half of the season this season with the average gpg diff clicking in at +3. LORIDA is 17-4 ATS  in road games against poor power play killing teams - opp score on 17.5%  or more of chances this season with the average gpg diff clicking in at +2.

Play on Florida to win

The Wings are currently in top form as is evident by having won 6 straight games while the NYI are a highly inconsistent team, with a losing record on the season. The Red Wings defeated the Islanders on Long Island back in late October. It must be noted that the Isles have not performed well in a revenge situation, recording a  1-8 ATS  in road games revenging a loss vs opponent as a home favorite this season. I know the Islanders pulled off a surprising upset win vs Dallas last time out, but consistency is not their forte and now Im betting on a down performance vs a surging young team that will not overlook them. DETROIT is 8-2 ATS   against poor defensive teams - 29 or more  shots on goal, convert 17% or more  pp in the 2nd half of the year this season.NY ISLANDERS are 5-12 ATS  against mistake free teams - opponents average 4 or less power plays/game in the 2nd half of the year this season.

Colorado plays teams like the Leafs who have strong offenses, but fairly weak defenses  very well especially here at home in the Mile High city. I know the Leafs are on a heater at the moment with 6 straight wins, but this is their 4th straight road game, and Im sure their on tired legs, and  now playing this game in a thin air/ high altitude arena will complicate things even more from a physical recuperation standpoint. COLORADO is 19-2 ATS   in home games against sub par defensive teams - opponents average 29.5+ shots on goal this season.COLORADO is 15-2 ATS  in home games against good passing teams - averaging 5 or more assists per game this season.COLORADO is 15-1 ATS  in home games against sub par defensive teams - allowing 2.85+ goals/game this season.COLORADO is 16-3 ATS  in home games against good offensive teams - scoring 2.85+ goals/game this season.

Play on Colorado to win 

The Sabres have won four straight tilts on the road  and are 6-1 in their past seven games as the visitor after rallying for a 3-2 win against the the Habs on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Columbus despite getting a win last time out did not look good in doing so as the Jackets  had taken a  4-0 lead by early in the second period against the Ducks before allowing  them to  score four consecutive goals to tie it. The Blue Jackets did eventually win by a 7-4 count, but it must be noted that COLUMBUS is 1-16 ATS off a road win over the last 2 seasons and  is 1-10 ATS in home games after a win by 2 goals or more over the last 2 seasons. 

Columbus is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games at home.

Buffalo is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Columbus

 NHL Home underdogs +100 to +150 against the money line (COLUMBUS) - sub par team - outscored by their opponents by 0.65+ goals/game, after a blowout win by 3 goals or more are 3-29 L/5 seasons for a go against 91% conversion rate.

Play on Buffalo to win 

Edmonton has lost three of its past seven games and have had to exert alot of energy in a couple third-period comebacks and are not in top form. Meanwhile, Boston is also showing some exhaustion at this point in the season, with some uneven efforts, but are off a win last time out vs Dallas and enter this game with momentum. The Bruins also seem to save their best hockey for top tier sides like Edmonton as is evident by a  8-0 ATS run against top caliber teams - outscoring opponents by 0.65+ goals/game - 2nd half of the season over the last 2 seasons with the average gpg diff clicking in at +1.9. 

NHL Road underdogs of +100 to +200 against the money line (BOSTON) - after 2 straight games where both teams scored 3 goals or more against opponent after playing a game where 8 or more total goals were scored are 39-22 L/5 seasons for a 64% conversion rate for bettors.

Boston is 2-0 SU L/2 visits to Edmonton.

Play on Boston to win 

At 21-5-0, Colorado has the best home record in the NHL and deserve respect here as short favs vs a Vancouver team off a loss last night and now on tired legs. I know the Canucks have had a great season, but most top tier teams have down trends. Allowing 10 goals yesterday vs Minnesota while firing back with 7 more tells me a story of a exhausted opponent that played a back and forth barn burner and vulnerable here tonight.

COLORADO is 13-2 ATS in home games against excellent power play teams - scoring on 19% or more of their chances this season.COLORADO is 18-2 ATS   in home games against poor defensive teams - opponents average 29.5+ shots on goal this season.COLORADO is 14-2 ATS  in home games against good passing teams - averaging 5 or more assists per game this season.

COLORADO is 21-5 ATS  in a home game where the total is 6 or more this season.

Play on Colorado to win 

Golden Knights'  play their best hockey at home as is evident by their 19-6-2 home record and tonight look like the right side vs visiting Carolina that has just been medicore on the road, procuring a 13-11-1 record. I know the Knights are missing some big time scoring action from their lineup ie Eichel , but this is still a deep team that can score with consistency as they are averaging 3.36 gpg in their L/11 trips to the ice. I know Carolina owns a big time D, but this group of Knights have a knack of being at their best against these types of sides.  With the Knights top tier goalie Hill  having recorded a 14-3-2 record, 2.00 GAA and .933 save percentage in his  20 appearances its obvious to me that Im backing the right side here from a edge perspective.

Play on Vegas to win

The Canucks have  lost consecutive games for only the third time this season and will primed for a big bounce back effort here today vs a Washington side that struggling to score consistently which is not a good omen vs one of the leagues most explosive offenses. Yesterday the Canucks blew a 3-1 lead and lost in OT to Detroit. Yes, they will be in a back to back situation, but are a well conditioned side that will play with the extra motivation of redemption on their plates.

VANCOUVER is 11-0 ATS against poor offensive teams - scoring 2.55 or less goals/game - 2nd half of the season over the last 3 seasons. The Canucks are also  10-0 ATS after a close loss by 1 goal in their previous game this season.

 NHL Home underdogs of +100 to +150 against the money line (WASHINGTON) - struggling  team - outscored by their opponents by 0.65+ goals/game, after a blowout win by 3 goals or more are 3-28 L/5 seasons for a go against 90% conversion rate for bettors. 

Play on the Vancouver Canucks to win 

 The Bruins had won seven of their previous eight games and have lost  just twice in regulation to Western Conference teams all season (12-2-5) before what coach Jim Montgomery called a "poor" effort against Calgary. Im now betting on a big bounce for the Bruins tonight vs visiting Vancouver.  BOSTON is 11-0 ATS in home games after a blowout loss by 3 goals or more in their previous game over the last 3 seasons. (Boston was upset by Calgary by a 4-1 count at home last time out and will now be ready for redemption vs a top tier side)

BOSTON is 11-2 ATS  in home games when playing against a good team (Win Pct. 60% to 75%) in the second half of the season over the last 3 seasons. BOSTON is 14-3 ATS against top caliber teams - outscoring opponents by 0.65+ goals/game over the last 2 seasons.

NHL Road teams against the money line (VANCOUVER) - hot team - having won 8 or more of their last 10 games, in a game involving two good teams (60% to 70%) are 6-30 L/5 seasons for a go against 83% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on Boston to win 

Buffalo has won 2 straight by 2 more more goals but this has not been a good omen for them in the recent past as the Sabres are  0-7 ATS in home games after 2 straight wins by 2 goals or more over the last 2 seasons and are just  4-17 ATS off a win or tie in their previous game this season.

Dallas  has won three straight and 4 of their L/5 and destroyed the Sabres late last season by a 10-4 count, and according to my matchup power rankings still matchup very well here vs the home side .  

The Stars rank third in the NHL in goals per game (3.69) and faceoff winning percentage (54.4) entering the resumption of reg season play after the all star break. They also won the league's sixth-best penalty kill (82.9 percent) and among the west conference top teams. On the flipside  the Sabres are now without  key cogs in the lineup as defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (upper body) ruled out for the rest of the season and forward Jack Quinn expected to be sidelined 6-8 weeks after he had surgery for a lower-body injury.

Buffalo is 4-11 SU in its last 15 games when playing DallasBuffalo is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against Dallas.

NHL team against the money line (BUFFALO) - after a 2 game unbeaten streak, with a winning percentage of between 40-49% on the season in the second half of the season are 63-118 L/5 seasons for a go against 65% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on Dallas to win 

The Golden Knights enter this game in top form having won 4 of their L/5  while the Rangers are currently struggling having lost 7 of their L/10 games overall. they just beat the Rangers last week by a 5-1 count at home and look to be very well. matched vs NYR. There are also some troubling numbers attached to the current state of the Rangers as they own a  save percentage of .888 at 5-on-5 over the last 10 games (2nd worst) , and their shooting percentage of 7.29% ranks and ugly 26th.Considering NHL  Road underdogs of +100 to +150 against the money line (VEGAS) - after having covered 5 or 6 of their last 7 against the spread, on Friday nights are bankroll expanding 22-8 L/5 seasons Ill pull the tigger on the visiting underdog.  Hey I know the Knights are banged up, but this is a solid deep team that plays every game with determination and grit. 

VEGAS is 21-7 ATS  when playing against a good team (Win Pct. 60% to 75%) over the last 2 seasons and get my support here in MSG tonight as value bases dogs. 

Play on Golden Knights 

Anaheim's D, is absolutely  atrocious as  is evident by allowing 27 goals in their L/6 trips to the ice.  The Sabres have in the past taken care of business against losing sides a this point in the season, as is evident by their  22-9 ATS run when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season over the last 3 seasons. Once again with ML available at a decent asking price we will take the SU option with visiting Buffalo. 

ANAHEIM is 0-16 ATS  in home games against good offensive teams - averaging 29.5+ shots on goal per game in the 2nd half of the year over the last 2 seasons. Taking the ML here instead is also a viable option considering the variables associated with the positive attributes of this extended trend. 

Play on Buffalo to win 

Islanders problems go much deeper than just changing coaches. New HC Roy has not been around the NHL game for a long time, and Im not sure he or  GM Lamoriello understand that playing old fashion defensive  style  hockey is going to get the job done here. The Isles started the season playing strong D, when they failed to get the job done in the W/L column they transitioned to a  more offensive minded team, but along with that came a  country club attitude that saw their two way play go to crap. Roy might make the old guys here play harder , but the truth is the bottom 6 is just plain weak, and is not fast enough or do enough forechecking to compete at a high level.  With that said we have value here with the superior underdog. Advantage Vegas. 

Play on Las Vegas to win 

Both these teams played yesterday and both lost, with the Flyers succumbing to the Colorado Avs and the Senators losing in OT to the Jets. The Sens game was grinding and physical and the Flyers game was more wide open as the score shows. Im betting the Sens hard fought loss to the Jets and than their late night or early morning flight to Pennsylvania  will be more taxing on them physically and they will have a hard time rebounding here vs a Flyers side playing at home and having slept in their own beds last night. Note: The Flyers had one 5 straight prior to last nights loss and are currently still in strong form and exuding confidence. It must also be noted that the Flyers have revenge on board for a loss to the Sens earlier this season which highlights a strong trend that shows the Flyers  9-1 ATS  revenging a same season loss vs opponent this season.OTTAWA is 0-7 ATS  in road games when playing their 4th game in 7 days this season.

NHL Home teams against the money line (PHILADELPHIA) - extremely tired team - playing 8 or more games in 14 days, a marginal winning team (51% to 60%) playing a losing team are 55-9 L/5 seasons for a 86% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on Philadelphia to win

The Jets,  with a win last time out vs the tanking Isles  improved to 17-2-2 over its past 21 games and have not allowed more than 2 goals in any of those 21 games,. The Jets  with their staunch defense  will be hard to defeat here tonight vs a side that owns a weak D, as is evident by allowing 4 or more goals in 6 of their L/8 overall. 

OTTAWA is 0-6 ATS when playing against a good team (Win Pct. 60% to 75%) this season.WINNIPEG is 21-6 ATS   against horrible power play killing teams-opp score on 19% or more  of chances this season.OTTAWA is 3-16 ATS  in home games against good starting goalies - saving 91.5% or more  of shots against over the last 3 seasons.

Winnipeg is 6-2 SU in its last 8 games when playing on the road against Ottawa and won their L/visit here by a 5-1 count.

Play on the Jets to win

Minnesota is coming off a embarrassing  6-0 loss on home ice against the Arizona Coyotes this past  Saturday night. It was Wild's fourth loss in a row and its eighth in the last nine trips to the golden pond. After the game, the Wild had a players-only meeting to address their effort and ugly run and now Im betting on a big time concerted effort from this group at home here in redemption mode. When jobs are on the line you know all out efforts will be highly likely. Note: Minnesota has won 5 straight in this series vs the Isles including two at home. Also the Islanders are a high inconsistent side this season, and have lost 3 of their L/4 and 4 of their L/5 on the road. NHL Home teams against the money line (MINNESOTA) - off a blowout loss by 3 goals or more to a division rival, in January games are 44-21 L/5 seasons for a 67% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on the Minnesota Wild to win 

Nashville was humbled and  lost 5-3 against the Anaheim Ducks as big chalk, and now have redemption on their plates as they face the Dallas Stars this Friday night. Nashville won the last meeting on Jan 6th and proved they matchup well vs Stars. Meanwhile, the Stars are off two straight wins vs struggling Minnesota. including a 7-2 output that could easily see them in regression mode tonight. Advantage Predators. 

Nashville is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games on the road

 NHL Road underdogs of +100 to +200 against the money line (NASHVILLE) - after 2 straight games where both teams scored 3 goals or more against opponent after playing a game where 8 or more total goals were scored are 36-21 L/5 seasons for a 63% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on Nashville to win 

The Sabres are 7-6-2 since Dec. 7, and  Im betting they are in  rebound mode after Tuesday's 5-2 home loss to surging Seattle.  Ottawa has lost 4 straight games,  and are fade material in this spot play as they are also on tired legs with this being their 5th straight road tilt. 

OTTAWA is 1-8 ATS in road games after a loss by 2 goals or more in their previous game this season. ( Ottawa off a 6-3 loss at Calgary last time out)

NHL team against the money line (BUFFALO) - revenging a road loss versus opponent, a marginal losing team (40% to 49%) playing a bad team (25-40%) in the first half of the season are 30-8 L/5 seasons for a 79% conversion rate. 

Play on Buffalo Sabres to win 

Dallas enters this game in a bit of a funk having lost three straight games, but have proven resilient in the past as their 15-3 ATS  record would indicate after having lost 3 of their last 4 games over the last 2 seasons. Meanwhile, the host Wild have lost 4 of their L/5 overall, and according to my projections and as the linesmkaers have stated the home side are valid underdogs here vs a redemption minded Stars group.

NHL Road teams against the money line (DALLAS) - off 2 consecutive losses against division rivals, with a winning record in the first half of the season are 35-8 L/5 seasons for a 82% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on Dallas to win 

The Ducks rank in the bottom five in scoring in the NHL and have lost four in a row and 6 of their L/7 and according to my power rankings do not matchup well vs a Motown side that has won 3 of their L/4. 
I know the Ducks beat the Red Wings at home earlier this season by a 4-3 counts but revenge has been sweet for the Wings recently as they are  6-0 ATS   in road games revenging a close loss vs opponent of 1 goal or less this season. 

ANAHEIM is 0-9 ATS  in home games after playing a game where 4 or fewer total goals were scored this season. ANAHEIM is 9-34 ATS   off a home loss over the last 2 seasons. (Ducks lost 3-1 last time out)

NHL Road Favorites of -200 or less against the money line (DETROIT) - after 3 or more consecutive overs, average team (-0.4 to +0.4 goal/game diff.) vs a poor team (-0.4 or less goal/game diff.) are 42-7 L/5 seasons for a 86% conversion rate for bettors. 

Play on Detroit to win 

Minnesota will be primed to end a  four-game losing streak in part thanks to a rash of injuries. Previous to this they had gone 7-1 and were playing. a strong brand of hockey. Meanwhile, the Columbus Blue Jackets, are off a victory last time out but this has not been a recipe for success in the past as  their  1-12 ATS trend off a road win over the last 2 seasons. Advantage Wild.

NHL underdog against the money line (COLUMBUS) - off a close win by 1 goal over a division rival, in January games are 6-35 L/5 seasons for a 86% go against conversion rate. 

Play on the Minnesota Wild to win 

After splitting a home-and-home set with the Minnesota Wild, Winnipeg is 10-1-2 in its past 13 games and deserve respect here as home chalk vs a Tampa Bay side  that has lost 12 of 19 road games this season. Winnipeg has won the two most recent meetings as hosts in this series and get the nod again. 

WINNIPEG is 15-3 ATS  against good offensive teams - 29 or more  shots on goal, convert 17% or more  pp this season.WINNIPEG is 10-1 ATSin home games after a close win by 1 goal in their previous game over the last 3 seasons.

Play on the Winnipeg Jets to win

Devils are on tired legs after a 6-2 win on the road vs the Ottawa Senators last night. NEW JERSEY is 1-6 ATS when playing on back-to-back days this season and 0-6 ATS L/6 off a road victory by 2 goals or more. Meanwhile, the Bruins had a 4 game losing streak snapped last time out with a 4-1 win at Buffalo and have momentum entering this tilt vs a side that they have beaten in their L/3 as hosts in this series.

NHL team against the money line (NEW JERSEY) - off a road blowout win by 3 goals or more, tired team - playing their 2nd road game in 2 days are 46-85 L/5 seasons for a go against 65% conversion rate for bettors. 

Play on Boston Bruins to win 

Dallas enters this game with momentum after defeating the NHL-leading Vancouver Canucks 4-3 in a comeback OT win on Thursday night and deserve respect here as short favs.  Dallas has won 4 straight meetings in this series and get the nod again. NHL Road Teams when the money line is -100 to -150 (DALLAS) - after 6 or more consecutive overs, good team (+0.4  or more goals/game diff.) vs an average team (-0.4 to +0.4 goal/game diff.) are 31-6  L/26 seasons for a 84% conversion rare for bettors.

Play on Dallas to win 

Caps are no longer a team to be feared , thanks to a offense that has struggled mightily. top  The Capitals finished 20th in the league last season in gpg and have  this season rank  30th with an average 2.44 goals. I expect those struggles to continue tonight in Carolina vs the Canes. Carolina has won the three most recent meetings in this series.

NHL Home Favorites of -200 to -300 against the money line (CAROLINA) - extremely tired team - playing 8 or more games in 14 days, winning between 51% and 60% of their games on the season are 29-1 L/5 seasons for. a 98% conversion rate for bettors. 

Play on the Canes to win

The Islanders are playing alot better hockey of late, as is evident by winning 6 of their L/8  and despite of losing in a shootout to the Bruins last night are according to my power rankings a sold bet to take out the Habs tonight who are  a lowly  1-6-2 in its past nine home contests . 

NHL Road Favorites of -200 or less against the money line (NY ISLANDERS) - after 3 or more consecutive overs, average team (-0.4 to +0.4 goal/game diff.) vs a poor team (-0.4 or less  goal/game diff.) are 40-6 L/5 seasons for a 87% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on the NY Islanders to win

It is a Saturday night clash of top teams in the Central Division as the Winnipeg Jets host the Colorado Avalanche, but Im betting on the visitors who have big game experience to bring home the cash in a clutch situation.The Jets beat Colorado 4-2 in Denver earlier this season and now its payback time. COLORADO is 11-2 ATS  in road games revenging a same season loss vs opponent over the last 2 seasons. NHL team against the money line (COLORADO) - revenging a home loss versus opponent of 2 goals or more, in a game involving two good teams (60% to 70%) in the first half of the season are 67-34 L/26 seasons for a 66% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on Colorado to win 

Nashville has played solid hockey away from home lately going 4-1-0 in its last five road adventures. With the Predators goalie Saros entering this game with a  a .953 save percentage and a 5-0-0 record over his last five games the Preds look like viable underdogs vs a Carolina team not living up to expectations so far this season and now playing a back to back and on tired legs. Also with this being a back to back situation for the Canes,Carolina, will likely start Antti Raanta a goalie who has a .860 save percentage over 13 games this season. 

NHL Road underdogs of +100 to +150 against the money line (NASHVILLE) - after having won 5 or 6 of their last 7 games, on Friday night are 26-6 L/5 seasons for a 79% conversion rate for bettors. 

Play on Nashville to win