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T.M. Selection: Panthers/Oilers under.

Sergei Bobrovsky and Stuart Skinner struggled somewhat in Game 1, but I don't expect that to be the case in Game 2. The Panthers only allowed ten goals in their five-game series win over Carolina, and that included a 3-0 shutout loss. Note that Florida has seen the total go under the number in four of its last five as well in trying to avenge a road loss as an underdog vs. an oppoent. With each side doubling down defensively like I believe it will, this one has "under" written all over it!

T.M. Prediction: 2-1 Edmonton.

T.M. Selection: Panthers/Oilers under.

No need to overthink this one. The reason these teams are in the Finals right now is because their goaltenders each got super hot. Look for Sergei Bobrovsky and Stuart Skinner to "steal the show" so to speak here in Game 1. I expect each to sit back and wait for the other to make the first mistake as well when it starts. Look for a slower pace to result in a lower final combined outcome as far as the score is concerned.

T.M. Prediction: 2-1 Edmonton.

T.M. Selection: Canes/Panthers under.

I can't see Carolina putting up much of a fight here. After the Hurricanes lost the first two games at home, they had little hope, as note that they enter this Game 4 with a poor 16-21-4 record on the road. The Hurricanes are about to once again get swept in the Eastern Conference Final (most likely), but at the same time, there's no reason for Brad Marchand and the Panthers' running up the score here either. Look for Sergei Bobrovsky to dominate once again and for this total to stay well below the posted number.

T.M. Prediction: 3-1 Florida.

T.M. Selection: Hurricanes/Panthers UNDER.

For all intents and purposes, this is a do or die game for Frederik Andersen and the Carolina Hurricanes. Going into this series Andersen led all goaltenders in almost every statistical category, but so far this series has been dominated by the Panthers. Game 1 flew well "over" the number, but Game 2 stayed under in the Panthers' 5-0 win. I just don't see the pace changing here, and I don't see Carolina's offense suddenly "throwing a switch" either. Sergei Bobrovsky has returned to form and there's no reason not to think that he won't carry over that momentum on Saturday night. This number is high in my opinion.

T.M. Prediction: 2-1 Florida.

T.M. Selection: Capitals puckline.

While I absolutely feel that an outright win is going to be the most likely outcome in this contest for the Capitals, at this price, I think the correct call is to grab the visitors on the puckline. Carolina blanked Washington 4-0 in Game 3, but just like after losing Game 1 by a score of 2-1 in OT, the Capitals would then respond with a convincing 3-1 win in Game 2, and I believe they'll now do so again here in Game 4. The Hurricanes were strong at home, finishing 31-9-1, but Washington enters as no slouch on the road at 25-13-3. Look for Alexander Ovechkin and this "stalled out" Capitals offense to finally get things "put into gear" here in Game 4. And while I do indeed for sure think the Capitals can win this one outright, as I stated at the start, my official call is to grab the value here, which I feel is the Capitals on the puckline.

T.M. Prediction: 3-2 Washington.

T.M. Selection: Leafs/Panthers UNDER.

While the first two games of this series flew well "over" the number in the Leafs 5-4 and 4-3 victories, I'm expecting a much more defensive battle here in Florida in Game 3 as the defending champs will look to avoid an 0-3 hole. Toronto is getting excellent play on both ends of the ice, but with the shift in venue, I'm also anticipating an overall shift in the "pace of play" here in Game 3. Florida has in fact seen the total go "over" in five straight games dating back to the Tampa series, but note that looking back Floria has seen the total go "under" in three of its last four after playing to five or more straight "overs" in a row. The overall situation, combined with the numbers/trends all point to this being a lower-scoring defensive battle.

T.M. Prediction: 2-1 Florida.

T.M. Selection: Winnipeg Jets.

Both teams needed seven games to get by their first round opponents. Both teams are dealing with injuries. Each looked good at times in the first round, and both also looked very poor in other instances. Even if Jason Robertson returns for Dallas (their top-scorer this year and who missed the entire first round), one has to wonder if he's close to being truly at full health yet, and whether he'll even be effective in his first game back after such a long layoff. Either way, Dallas was a respectable 22-16-3 at home, but Winnipeg was a dominant 30-7-4 at home. All things considered, I believe this to be the very definition of "great line value." 

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Winnipeg.

T.M. Selection: Tampa Bay money line and the game OVER the total

The Lightning are in a now or never situation here and I like them on home ice to win a high-scoring game. From the final regular season meeting between these teams until now, 4 of the last 5 games between these teams have totaled at least 6 goals. As for Tampa Bay coming out on top in this one, the Lightning had scored 7 of the last 8 goals in the last two games of this series before blowing that last 2-1 lead at Florida in Game 4. Back home now for Game 5, I expect the Lightning to bounce back and stave off elimination. That final 4-minute sequence does not change the fact that the Bolts had started to turn the tide in this match-up. The loss is no-doubt a major concern as they are down 3 games to 1 in the series now instead of being tied up at 2 games apiece. But they will not back down here on home ice and will pull it together here for a big Game 5 win as their firepower (often lethal on home ice) takes over in this one. 

T.M. Prediction: 5-3 Tampa Bay

T.M. Selection: Tampa Bay money line and the game OVER the total

The Lightning are in a now or never situation here and I like them on home ice to win a high-scoring game. From the final regular season meeting between these teams until now, 4 of the last 5 games between these teams have totaled at least 6 goals. As for Tampa Bay coming out on top in this one, the Lightning had scored 7 of the last 8 goals in the last two games of this series before blowing that last 2-1 lead at Florida in Game 4. Back home now for Game 5, I expect the Lightning to bounce back and stave off elimination. That final 4-minute sequence does not change the fact that the Bolts had started to turn the tide in this match-up. The loss is no-doubt a major concern as they are down 3 games to 1 in the series now instead of being tied up at 2 games apiece. But they will not back down here on home ice and will pull it together here for a big Game 5 win as their firepower (often lethal on home ice) takes over in this one. 

T.M. Prediction: 5-3 Tampa Bay

T.M. Selection: Minnesota Wild puck line

Minnesota has played the Golden Knights very tough so this seems like an awfully generous offer here to be able to have the Wild +1.5 goals at a very reasonable price as low as -135 as of mid-day Tuesday. The one game that Vegas won by a 2-goal margin in this series was a 3-2 game before a very late empty net goal gave the Golden Knights the puck line cover. Also, the Wild are off a 4-3 OT loss in Game 4 but won the two prior games by a 5-2 final each time. The point is that the value is quite big here on the Wild when you consider these factors. At 1.5 goals the Wild could easily already be 4-0 in the series in terms of covers and they should again get at least the puck line cover here on Tuesday.

T.M. Prediction: 3-2 Minnesota or 3-2 Vegas (either covers for us)

T.M. Selection: Tampa Bay money line

The Lightning have turned it around in this series. Yes, they are still down 2 games to 1 but Andrei Vasilevskiy has really turned it around in a goal after his rare dud in Game 1 of this series. He has been a beast between the pipes and is one of the best goalies in the league. He can help lead the way to another road upset here. Speaking of road upsets, all 3 games in this series have been won by the road team and I see nothing to change my mind about trend here. I really like what I saw from the Lightning in the Game 3 win and they carry momentum right into Game 4. Grab the underdog value here with the Bolts. 

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Tampa Bay

T.M. Selection: Washington / Montreal Under

Tight low-scoring game on tap here. Washington will be much better after the 6-3 debacle in Game 3. The Capitals are sure to bear down on defense. At the same time, the Habs know this is their chance to get back into this series with one more win after losing the first two games 3-1 and 3-2 (in OT). That is the type of game I expect here. This is playoff hockey and it is such a critical game when one team is up 2-1. In a Game 4 situation like this and looking at either a 3-1 series or a 2-2 series, the implications are huge as the series will shift to Washington after this game for Game 5. So a loss here is basically the end of the season for the Habs. Considering a situation like this and knowing the first two games of this series, not including empty net goal or OT, had a total of only 7 goals in regulation time of TWO games. Now we have a total of 6.5 to work with here after the 9-goal thriller in Game 3 and we will take advantage here in Game 4. 

T.M. Prediction: 3-2 or 2-1 Montreal

T.M. Selection: Ottawa moneyline

Now are never for the Senators and they have been so close to beating the Leafs. Really this series could just as easily be 2-1 Ottawa. Look for the Senators to be the much more desperate and aggressive team here and that will translate to a home win to send this series back to Toronto. The Senators were very strong at home all season long and here they bounce back off the Game 3 loss in OT. 

T.M. Prediction: 3-2 Ottawa 

T.M. Selection: Montreal Canadiens money line The Canadiens finally back home and down 2-0 in this series. Those were very tight Game 1 and 2 losses for Montreal and now they are at home and in desperate need of a win and I don't see them being denied. A lot of their last season surge included home ice dominance and I look for them to tap into that again here. The Canadiens are a more confident team on home ice and the Capitals have not been nearly as dominant this season on the road as they have been in Washington. We take advantage here. T.M. Prediction: 4-2 or 3-2 Montreal

T.M. Selection: St Louis Blues money line

The Blues finally back home and down 2-0 in this series. That was a very tight Game 2 loss for St Louis and now they are at home and in desperate need of a win and I don't see them being denied. A lot of their last season surge included home ice dominance and I look for them to tap into that again here. The Blues are a more confident team on home ice and the Jets have not been as dominant defensively this season on the road as they have been in Winnipeg. We take advantage here. 

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 or 3-2 St Louis 

T.M. Selection: Montreal Canadiens spread (puck line +1.5)

Montreal lost in OT in Game 1 and they got a lot of confidence in battling back from a 2-0 deficit to force OT. The Canadiens have a great shot at the upset here in Game 2. They outshot the Capitals in Game 1 and played a very solid all-around game. Even if they fall short of the upset, it is a big boost to have the +1.5 goals on our side. Montreal has only 1 loss by more than 1 goal in last 11 games so this play is testing a 10-1 run for the Canadiens at +1.5 goals. The Capitals have only 2 wins by more than 1 goal in last 13 games so that also puts this one in a 2-11 spot to fade Washington. All of the above a key reason I am going with a very big play here on the underdog. 

T.M. Prediction: 3-2 game (no matter which team wins a 3-2 gets the cash for +1.5)

T.M. Selection: Tampa Bay Lightning

The Panthers won it all last season and it started with knocking off the Lightning in the first round. That said, revenge is on the minds of Tampa Bay here and they have home ice edge in this one. Also, I like Vasilevskiy long-term over Bobrovsky. Yes the latter has had an amazing run with Florida but I still trust the long-term of the former much more. Also, the Lightning look stacked and healthy entering this post-season. Even if Matthew Tkachuk is back for the Panthers he will not yet be 100%. The Lightning have all key components ready to go here and Florida was a game under .500 on the road this season while the Bolts went a fantastic 29-8-4 on home ice this season.  

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Tampa Bay

T.M. Selection: San Jose / Edmonton UNDER

Edmonton's concern is the post-season. They do not want any injuries here. 9 of 11 Sharks home games have totaled 6 or less goals. San Jose does not score well and suddenly they have tightened up defensively and in goal when at home and have allowed 3 or less goals in 2 of last 3 here. Also, Sharks off a 2-1 SO loss on the road. This looks like a dead under considering the situation here plus the fact that 8 of last 9 Oilers games have totaled 6 or less goals and they are ready for the post-season and not concerned with this game. Sharks look to win a tight defensive game on home ice to end the season the right way. No matter the victor this one looks like a 3-2 game at the most. 

T.M. Prediction: 3-2 Edmonton

T.M. Selection: Maple Leafs.

The Hurricanes are locked into their seeding for the post-season already and Carolina truly seems over-valued here considering that fact. Both teams in a B2B and that is not easy but Toronto is still the more motivated team here. The Maple Leafs are trying to hold off the Lightning for the top spot in the Atlantic Division. Toronto getting +1.5 goals is a huge value here. The Hurricanes had lost 4 straight before their big win over the Rangers yesterday. Toronto has only 3 losses by a multiple goal margin in last 16 games. I am grabbing the puck line value here with the highly motivated underdog on the road in this one. I expect underdog upset but want the +1.5 if the game swings the other way late.

T.M. Prediction:  Toronto 4-3

T.M. Selection: Minnesota

Huge game for Calgary as they cling to playoff hopes but the Wild need this one as well. Also, Minnesota plays with a little less desperation than the Flames because their situation is not so dire. That sets this up well for the Wild who are off B2B wins while Calgary let their season slip away in the loss at Anaheim where they blew the game late. The Flames have now lost 5 of 8 overall. Also, home ice has not been a big edge as they have lost 8 of last 12 in Calgary. With the Flames playing with a lot more pressure and coming off the deflating loss to the Ducks, this one is perfect set up for road win for the Wild. The price has come down too as the markets are drawing interest on the more desperate side here while the reality is the road team playing with less pressure is likely to prove to be the better choice! 

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Minnesota.

T.M. Selection: Sabres / Blue Jackets Over

Sabres are eliminated but they would like to help make sure Columbus does not get into the post-season either. This is a classic spoiler role spot for Buffalo. Even though the Blue Jackets hopes are slim they are still mathematically alive so this should insure the best effort from both sides in this one! That best effort should translate to plenty of goals. 6 of 9 Columbus games have totaled 7+ goals. Buffalo off a 3-0 win but this was on the heels of an 18-game run in which 12 of the 18 games totaled at least 7 goals. I look for strong end to end action in this one Thursday. 

T.M. Prediction: 5-4 Columbus.

T.M. Selection: Edmonton.

No need to overthink this one. This is a great situational spot with Edmonton off B2B road losses and ready to respond at home where they have been so strong this season. The Oilers could be getting some of their key guys back as soon as tonight as guys like McDavid and Draisaitl both seem very lose to returning. The Blues are off a loss that ended their 12-game winning streak. A lot of times teams struggle to bounce back after a long winning streak like that comes to an end. Edmonton still looking to lock up a playoff spot so even though St Louis is motivated also, this is not an easy spot for the Blues. Look for the hosts to come out and set the tone early on. Edmonton has already won both meetings this season and this completes the sweep. Look for the Oilers (8-1 this season when off exactly 2 straight losses) to again come up big after B2B defeats.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Oilers.

T.M. Selection: Stars puck-line -1.5

Minnesota has been hot on home ice but has lost 3 of 4 on the road. All 3 of those Wild losses by 2 or more goals. Dallas has revenge from home ice loss to Minnesota in late December. The Stars normally a very strong team on home ice. Overall in all games, prior to B2B wins coming via OT, the last 10 wins for Dallas included 7 by 2 or more goals. They get home ice revenge here and they get it in a back way! Lay the -1.5 goals for the plus money!  

T.M. Prediction: 5-2 Dallas

T.M. Selection: Penguins puck-line +1.5

Pittsburgh is rested here and their 4-1 loss at Colorado was not a final score that was indicative of the game and how it played out. That was a 1-1 game with under 5 minutes to go when things got crazy. The Penguins entered that game off 2 straight 1-goal losses and a win. The point being that the Penguins could easily be on a 4-game run in which having the +1.5 goals with Pittsburgh would have netted one a 4-0 record in the betting markets. Vegas is off a 5-2 win but that was only the 8th time last 21 games that the Golden Knights have won by 2 or more goals. Vegas has a revenge game with the division rival Kings on deck and has less rest than the Penguins coming into this game. It sets it up well for an upset and certainly plenty of puck-line value at +1.5 goals.  

T.M. Prediction: 4-3 Pittsburgh OR 4-3 Vegas - could even be decided in OT or SO - take +1.5 goals

T.M. Selection: New York Rangers.

No need to overthink this one. This is a tremendous line value spot because there has been an over-reaction to the fact the Rangers are in a back to back and off a big 4-0 win hosting Nashville last night. The Islanders simply do not match up well with the Rangers and they have lost both meetings this season and by a combined score of 10 to 3. Also, it was Quick who got the shutout for the Rangers last night which means Shesterkin will be in goal for this one Monday and he is the Rangers top goalie. The Islanders have won B2B games but this followed a 4-game losing streak and the Rangers simply have their number! The Rangers also come into this one as the hotter team overall with wins in 6 of 9 games! The Rangers also hold huge special teams edges here as they are the much better team on the power play as well as on the penalty kill. With this line dropping as low as -114 in overnight hours and with all of the factors I mentioned above, the home side is a great option for a massive Best Bet for us today on Monday! 

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Rangers.

T.M. Selection: Senators puck-line -1.5

Ottawa off B2B home losses after starting the season winning 16 of 25 games at home. The Sharks have won only 6 of 31 road games! You can see this is a mismatch and the Senators are -300 favorites on the money line. I am latching on to the puck line value in this one by laying the 1.5 goals. Ottawa should be at its best after a 4-1 home loss to a strong Winnipeg team. The Senators now make the most of this opportunity as now they are hosting a Sharks team that has lost 7 straight games and 16 of 18 games! Ottawa was up 2-0 after one and 3-1 after two in the first meeting between these teams but then found themselves in a 3-3 battle before notching the 4-3 win. The Senators will be much more aggressive here even with the lead and I see them pulling away as they make up for the recent losing streak on home ice.

T.M. Prediction: 5-2 Ottawa

T.M. Selection: Canucks puck-line +1.5

While I do feel that the Canucks have a legit shot at taking this one outright (consider sprinkling a little on the moneyline!), my official call will be to lay the price for the visitors at +1.5 on the puck-line. The Canucks have struggled since the break while the Kings have won both games since the break. Vancouver will be highly motivated to reverse that trend here as they also have revenge for an ugly home loss the last time these teams met. In fact the road team has won both meeting this season. Look for a very strong effort from a Canucks side motivated by a rather weak effort in the loss at Utah in most recent game. Note that Vancouver has only 3 losses by more than 1 goal in last 13 games. Taking a look at the other side here, Los Angeles has only 6 wins by more than 1 goal in last 23 games! In a contest that I could see being decided in extra periods or being knotted up late or decided on a late goal, I say the sharp wager is Vancouver on the puck-line.

T.M. Prediction: 3-2 Los Angeles.

A little different format for me today on Saturday, February 8th as I have one play going from each of the 3 major sports today - NBA, CBB, NHL - and look for the 3-0 SWEEP! In NHL this is a great spot for the Stars as they are off a tough shootout loss to the Kings in LA last night. Dallas now takes advantage of facing the worst team in the NHL. The Sharks have lost 41 of 56 games this season plus they are the coldest team in the league and have lost 9 of 10 games and lost 23 of 28 games! The Stars will not be happy tonight and they take out their frustration on a struggling home underdog in this one. Road favorite dominates. TM Selection: Dallas 5-1

T.M. Selection: TAMPA BAY - Spread 

I like the Tampa Bay Lightning to win this game in rout fashion against the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday, January 28th. Coming off a road shutout loss to the Red Wings, Tampa is sure to respond at home where their most recent game was a 5-1 win over those same Red Wings. The Lightning are a different team when on home ice and have gone 15-6-1 there this season. Chicago is a horrible 5-15-3 on the road this season! The Blackhawks have lost 13 of 16 games and are in the wrong place at the wrong time as the Bolts are sure to respond on home ice after a rare shutout loss. Tampa Bay has won 8 of last 10 on home ice and the average margin of victory in the 8 victories was 3 goals! The Lightning roll again here and should win this by at least a 2 goal margin as they bounce back off a shutout defeat and add to the road misery of the Blackhawks.

T.M. Prediction: 5-2 Tampa Bay. 

Line: -1.5, -125

Line Parameter: play until -1.5, -155...

T.M. Selection: TORONTO - Spread 

I like the Toronto Maple Leafs to win this game in rout fashion against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Wednesday, January 22nd. Coming in off B2B big blowout wins (12-6 combined score) and overall off 3 straight wins, Toronto is looking to get on a long winning streak. Revenge will be served here as they surely have not forgotten a 6-2 beatdown at Columbus in the first meeting between these teams this season! Columbus is struggling badly to score goals on the road so it is the perfect spot to fade them! The Blue Jackets have lost 17 of 23 road games this season. The Maple Leafs have won 19 of 28 home games this season. Toronto has won 8 of 11 overall and the Leafs and have won 10 of last 14 at home against Eastern Conference opponents. With goal scoring on the rise for surging Toronto and with the Blue Jackets struggling for any scoring touch on the road, another big win for the Maple Leafs here!

T.M. Prediction: 5-1 Toronto. 

Line: -1.5, +110 

Line Parameter: play until -1.5, -120... 

T.M. Selection: Colorado Avalanche.

No need to overthink this one. This is a great situational spot with Edmonton in a back to back and off a big win at Minnesota last night. Colorado is coming in off B2B home wins and the Avalanche have won 6 of last 7 at home. This is also a revenge spot for the Avs because they lost at home to the Oilers earlier this season. Combining that with the rest edge and home ice edge here and you have a fantastic situation. Edmonton continues its tough road trip in Vancouver Saturday. Look for the hosts to come out and set the tone early on. With the revenge aspect here plus the fact the Oilers are allowing a lot of goals on the road and the Avalanche have allowed only 1.8 goals per game last 6 games, this is a great spot at a very fair money line price. Look for the Avs to find a way to get the job done before the final horn sounds.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Avs.

T.M. Selection: WASHINGTON - Spread 

I like the Washington Capitals to win this game in rout fashion against the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday, January 14th. Coming in off a big blowout win against Nashville in their last game, Washington is looking start a winning streak. It has been amazing on the road and at home this year for them, and they have a much better record both on the road at home than the Ducks do. Anaheim is off an upset of the Hurricanes so it is the perfect spot to fade them! Anaheim had really fallen apart before the most recent few weeks of this season but they had been defeated in 7 of 10 road games before the upset win of the Canes. They had lost three road games in a row before beating the Hurricanes. I've got the Capitals big here on Tuesday. They have been getting strong net-minding from Logan Thompson this season and Washington has 18 wins with him between the pipes and 14 of the 18 were by two or more goals. Another big win here!

T.M. Prediction: 4-1 Washington. 

Line: -1.5, -105 

Line Parameter: play until -1.5, -135... 

T.M. Selection: Sharks puck-line +1.5

While I do feel that the Sharks have a legit shot at taking this one outright (consider sprinkling a little on the moneyline!), my official call will be to lay the price for the hosts at +1.5 on the puck-line. The Sharks were already in San Jose Monday for a huge 7-2 win over the Kings. The Senators were in Ottawa Monday for a hard-fought 4-3 win over the Flames and then had to travel a long way to California for this one Wednesday. The Sharks have been playing much better hockey for a long period now. In fact, note that San Jose has only 3 losses by more than 1 goal in last 15 games. Taking a look at the other side here, Ottawa has only 4 wins by more than 1 goal in last 20 games! In a contest that I could see being decided in extra periods or being knotted up late or decided on a late goal, I say the sharp wager is San Jose on the puck-line.

T.M. Prediction: 4-3 Ottawa.

T.M. Selection: Over Oilers/Panthers. 1) After two straight games easily went over the number, the game back in Edmonton just barely got there but down in Florida for Game 7 I expect another one to fly over. 2) The Oilers have rallied all the way back in a historic battle after being down 3-0 in this series. The Panthers will be better in Game 7 in terms of scoring as they are on home ice. 3) I'm not 100% sure if the Panthers will be able to win this game however because they just can not slow down this Edmonton roll. The Oilers have been so consistently hot with the pressure and have now rattled the Panthers and goalie Bobrovsky. I go against the typical Game 7 must be a tight game that falls under. That works in theory but not always in application and we have all seen the Oilers going wild in this series now. T.M. Prediction: 4-3 Edmonton.

T.M. Selection: Over Oilers/Panthers.

1) The last two games easily went over the number, and now back in Edmonton I expect another one to fly over.

2) The Oilers have a chance to make it all tied up here in Game 6 and I believe this scoring pattern will continue.

3) I'm not 100% sure if the Oilers will be able to win this game, but everything definitely points to a crazy high-scoring battle, as note that the Oilers have been scoring a pile of goals but the Panthers were getting to Skinner earlier in this series and they know they can do it again after nearly coming all the way back in Game 5's loss by a count of 5-3. 

T.M. Prediction: 4-3 Edmonton.

T.M. Selection: Oilers. 1) Edmonton will roll with momentum after that huge 8-1 win in Game 4 of these finals! 2) The Oilers entered Game 4 having heavily outshot the Panthers in 2 of the 3 games in the series but had nothing to show for it. Finally Edmonton's persistence paid off in Game 4 with a big win and that carries a lot of momentum into this Game 5 match-up! Edmonton, down 3-1 in series, comes out again with a "nothing to lose" attitude and it results in an upset win.  3) Florida deserves much respect and the betting markets are giving them that as well. The Oilers are priced as a dog even though one could argue they could easily be up 3-1 in this series but instead it is the reverse. This is the very definition of line value. T.M. Prediction: 3-2 Oilers.

T.M. Selection: Oilers.

1) As we saw with the Mavericks down 3-0 in the NBA, anything can happen in a Game 4 that shocks and that happened with Dallas winning huge last night and I expect the same with the NHL here! 

2) The Oilers have heavily outshot the Panthers in 2 of the 3 games in the series but have nothing to show for it but this will be the game the way I see it. Florida lets up and Edmonton comes out with a "nothing to lose" attitude and it results in a big win. 

3) Florida deserves much respect and the betting markets are giving them that as well. My take is the home ice Oilers are going to bounce back off 3 straight losses! Remember they were in the -140 range in Game 3 and now are down near a pick'em and they are at home. This is the very definition of line value. 

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Oilers.

T.M. Selection: Oilers.

1) Edmonton has been so much more resilient compared to past seasons and this includes performing particularly well when off B2B losses. I look for them to respond off the Game 1 and Game 2 losses here on home ice. 

2) The Oilers responded in a big way off recent losses as they got behind big performances from goalie Stuart Skinner who has proven his doubters wrong many times over in these playoffs already. I expect this scenario to play out again here now that the Oil are back in Edmonton. 

3) Florida deserves much respect and the betting markets are giving them that as well. My take is the home ice Oilers are going to do what they have been doing for much of the season ever since the mid-way point...bounce back off B2B losses! Not just strong in the regular season, note that Edmonton is 5-2 in the post-season when off a loss!

T.M. Prediction: 3-2 Oilers.

T.M. Selection: Oilers.

1) Edmonton has been so much more resilient compared to past season and this includes performing well on the road also. I look for them to respond off the Game 1 loss here. 

2) The Oilers responded in a big way off recent losses as they got behind big performances from goalie Stuart Skinner who has proven his doubters wrong many times over in these playoffs already. I expect this scenario to play out again here. 

3) Florida deserves much respect and the betting markets are giving them that as well. My take is the underdog Oilers are going to do what they have been doing for much of these playoffs...bounce back off a loss! Edmonton is 5-1 in the post-season when off a loss!

T.M. Prediction: 3-2 Oilers.

T.M. Selection: Oilers. 1) Edmonton has been so much more resilient compared to past season and this includes performing well on the road also. 2) The Oilers responded in a big way behind big performances from goalie Stuart Skinner who has proven his doubters wrong many times over in these playoffs already. 3) Edmonton also just happens to be on a run in which they have scored 11 of the last 13 goals in their games with Dallas as they turned it around after being down 2-0 to Dallas early in the Game 3 match-up. 4) Florida deserves much respect and the betting markets are giving them that as well. My take is the underdog Oilers have the best chance at the road upset here in Game 1 as they catch the Panthers a bit rusty after the lay-off since the Rangers series. T.M. Prediction: 3-2 Oilers.

T.M. Selection: Oilers.

1) Dallas looked great in Game 3 and even early on in Game 4 with a 2-0 lead in that one but it's been all Edmonton since then.

2) The Oilers have responded in a big way behind big performances from Stuart Skinner who has proven his doubters wrong many times over in these playoffs already.

3) Edmonton also just happens to have outscored the Stars 8-1 since that ugly start on home ice in Game 4 which motivates them to not have another start like that here!

4) As said in the Game 4 write-up, this is going to be a great series and as called for here, the Oilers rallied behind the home crowd to head back to Dallas for Game 5 all tied up where they looked GREAT and now take the strong play home to finish off a great series on home ice!

T.M. Prediction: 3-2 Oilers.

T.M. Selection: Rangers (Money Maker)

1) Florida looked good in the Game 5 victory, but I'll argue that it was New York that just looked bad.

2) With a 1-3 record in last 4 occurrences of entering a game off 2 or more consecutive wins, everything points to regression here for the Panthers.

3) The Rangers have responded well in this spot for bettors as well by going 8-3 in their last eleven in trying to get their revenge for a home loss vs. an opponent.

4) Two evenly matched sides here for sure, but the overall situation (and line value) definitely favors the underdog, so I'm backing New York to find a way to get back in this series and to tie it up to force a game seven.

T.M. Prediction: 3-2 Rangers.

T.M. Selection: Under Oilers/Stars.

The first two games here in Dallas went under the number, while the last two in Edmonton flew over. We're all tied up here in Game 5 and I believe this scoring pattern will continue. I'm not 100% sure if the Stars will be able to win this game, but everything definitely points to a tight low-scoring battle, as note that the Oilers have seen the total dip under the number in 6 of their last 8 in trying to avenge a home loss as a favorite vs. an opponent.

T.M. Prediction: 2-1 Dallas.

T.M. Selection: Oilers (WEST-CONF FINALS GOY)

Edmonton looked great in Game 1, but it's been all Dallas since then. But now here the Oilers will respond in a big way behind a big performance from Stuart Skinner, who has responded well in this spot in the playoffs already. Edmonton also just happens to be 7-3 in its last 10 in trying to revenge a home loss as a fav vs. an opponent. This is going to be a great series. Look for the Oilers to rally behind the home crowd and to head back to Dallas for Game 5 all tied up!

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Oilers.

T.M. Selection: Oilers.

Stuart Skinner has impressed so far in this series, allowing just two goals in each game for the Oilers. Edmonton has been very impressive defenisvely and it could easily be up 2-0 right now. Now that the series has shifted back North of the border, I think this high-powered offense will finally start firing on all cylinders. Dallas just doesn't have the quickness to match pace here in Game 3, so lay the price for sure.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Edmonton.

T.M. Selection: Florida.

Florida was an OT goal away from being up 2-0 in this series. So far the Rangers have only mustered two goals over two games. Now back at home I think that Sergei Bobrovsky and the home side are vastly under-priced here. The Panthers have been better on both ends of the ice in this series and really the Rangers, despite me taking them on Friday, are lucky to be tied here. I say the oddsmakers are giving the Rangers a little too much respect on the road here and that this line could or should in fact be a lot steeper. So I'm laying the price and taking the home side in Game 3.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Panthers.

T.M. Selection: Dallas Stars.

I was surprised how well Edmonton played defensively. But having earned the split already in this tough road venue, an expected bounce-back for Dallas here in Game 2 is what we'll have in store in my opinion. Dallas has responded well in this spot for bettors in the past by going 7-3 in its last 10 in trying to avenge a home loss as a favorite. If Edmonton has had on weakness as well this year, it's been its play on the road where it's 26-20-1-1. Look for the Stars to be the aggressors here as they look to everything they can to avoid the 0-2 record before heading to Edmonton for Game's 3 and 4.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Dallas.

T.M. Selection: Rangers (Money Maker)

Florida looked good in the Game 1 victory, but I'll argue that it was New York that just looked bad. Having already secured "the split" in The Big Apple, everything points to regression here for the Panthers. The Rangers have responded well in this spot for bettors as well by going 7-3 in their last ten in trying to get their revenge for a home loss vs. an opponent. Two evenly matched sides here for sure, but the overall situation definitely favors the home side, so I'm backing New York to find a way to get back in this series and to tie it up.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Rangers.

T.M. Selection: Panthers (MONEY-MAKER)

Boston held on for the 2-1 win in Game 5, but it just delayed the inevitable in my opinion. The Panthers have responded well in this spot for bettors, going 7-3 in their last ten in trying to avenge a home loss as a -200 or greater favorite vs. an opponent. Look for Florida's speed to be just oo much for the home side to handle here in Game 6, and lay this price for sure with confidence.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Florida.

T.M. Selection: Canucks puck-line (MONEY-MAKER)

While I do feel that the Canucks have a legit shot at taking this one outright (consider sprinkling a little on the moneyline!), my official call will be to lay the price for the visitors on the puck-line. Both games have been tight so far in this series. In fact, note that Vancouver has played to six straight one goal decisions. In a contest that I could see being decided in extra periods once again, I say the sharp wager is Van on the puck-line.

T.M. Prediction: 4-3 Vancouver.

T.M. Selection: Avalanche.

Home ice advantage will prove to be the difference in this one. Dallas has been trading wins/losses now over its last five games and I think this pattern will continue here in this difficult road venue. Colorado had won five straight leading up to that Game 2 loss, but note that the Avs are in fact 7-3 in their last ten in trying to avenge a road loss as an underdog vs. an opponent. Overall, great line value in this one.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Colorado.

T.M. Selection: Oilers (2ND RND WEST-CONF GOY)

Vancouver went 4-0 against the Oilers in the regular season, and then it also came from behind to steal Game 1 of this best of seven series. However, now the "revenge factor" comes into play here big time for the Oilers, who are still 8-4 in their last 12 in trying to avenge a road loss as a fav. vs. an opponent. Somehow the Canucks have had the upper-hand all year in this series, but I say that the Oilers finally make the adjustments they need to figure out a way to come out on top and to steal the advantage before heading back to Edmonton.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Edmonton.

T.M. Selection: Oilers.

Vancouver somehow managed to go 4-0 against the Oilers in the regular season. But without starting goaltender Thatcher Demko in net for the foreseeable future, I expect the high-powered Oilers to finally exact a little revenge here. Vancouver got by the Predators, but now they're going to run into a buzzsaw here, as the Oilers are for the most part 100% healthy. The Oilers led the league in several offensive metrics and I expect their offense to be the difference-maker here in Game 1 of this Western Conference Series.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Edmonton.

T.M. Selection: Avalanche.

The Avs have had six whole nights off to rest up and prepare for this series, while the Stars needed all seven games to get past the Knights. It was an emotional win for Dallas, and I'm for sure expecting a predictable letdown here. And if recent history is any precedence, then for sure Colorado has to be liking its chances in this one, as the Avs have gone 7-3 the L10 H2H in this series, including 4-1 the L5 in Dallas. Great value here on what I consider to be the better team!

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Colorado.

T.M. Selection: Leafs/Bruins OVER.

So far these teams have played to some lower-scoring defensive battles, but now here with everything on the line, I expect some pucks to finally start finding the back of the net. Great goaltending and defense overall, so it's difficult to point to any defensive faults from either side, but this is just a great situational play. As note that Boston has seen the total eclipse the number in 7 of its last 10 after playing to 3 or more straight unders in a row.

T.M. Prediction: 5-4 Boston.

T.M. Selection: Bruins (TRADE-MARK)

Toronto managed the 2-1 OT win in Game 5, but the Bruins still lead 3-2. Boston failed to close out in Game 5, but I think it'll bounce back here and get ready for the next round. Toronto has looked anything but impressive during this series. Boston on the other hand is 7-2 in its last nine in trying to avenge a home loss as a favorite vs. an oppoent. I say Boston avoids a Game 7 back at home and closes out Toronto in six games. Great value here overall for sure.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Boston.

T.M. Selection: Bruins (TRADE-MARK)

The Bruins were upset in the first round last year and they're going to make sure that doesn't happen again by closing out this series here vs. the Leafs here and now. Toronto has struggled with offensive consistency vs. the Bruins all year, as Boston has won nine of the last ten in the series. With a chance to close out this series tonight and get some rest before the next round, the value here does for sure lie with the Bruins in my opinion.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Boston.

T.M. Selection: Leafs.

This has been a back-and-forth series and I expect this pattern to contine here after Boston won Game 3 by a score here of 4-2. Note that Toronto though is 7-3 in its last ten in trying to avenge a home loss as a fav vs. an opponent. These teams are evenly matched, but I believe Toronto will indeed respond in this position like it has 70% of the time over the L10 such instances.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Toronto.

T.M. Selection: Panthers/Lightning OVER.

While the first two games went well under the posted number in Florida's back-to-back 3-2 victories, I believe we'll see a much faster-paced contest now with the shift in venue and with the Lightning's collective backs against the wall so to speak. Tampa has in fact seen the total go over the number in seven of its last ten in trying to avenge two or more straight losses against an opponent. There have been over 100 shots so far in this series, and the "dam is about to burst" finally in my opinion. This number is low for sure here in Game 3.

T.M. Prediction: 4-3 Tampa.

T.M. Selection: Kings/Oilers UNDER.

The first game went well over the number, but I'm anticipating a much more defensive affair here now though in Game 2. The Oilers won 7-4, but note that LA has seen the total dip under the number in eight of its last 11 in trying to avenge a two goals or greater road loss vs. an opponent. I think Cam Talbot will bounce back fine here. Stuart Skinner will be able to match his counterpart. The general betting public is quick to back this as being another high-scoring affair, but I say the value lies the other way now. This number is high.

T.M. Prediction: 3-1 Edmonton.

T.M. Selection: Bruins.

Both teams have struggled in the playoffs the last few years, but that said, I think that Boston will build off its 5-1 Game 1 victory with another convincing one here at home in Game 2. This series very much appears that "home ice" will prove pivotal for these clubs. Toronto struggled in every facet of the game and I can't see it cleaning everything up so quickly here. Look for Boston to take care of business here as this is truly awesome line value in my estimation.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Boston.

T.M. Selection: Bruins.

With a line like this, clearly the oddsmakers think these teams are really evenly matched. And for the most they really are. In fact, I'll admit that it would not be too difficult to write a convincing argument for either side to come out on top in this first game and in this series overall. But after the way the Bruins lost in the first round last year, I'm expecting Boston to come out super focussed on the task at hand tonight. And that'll be enough to turn the tables in favor of the home side in my opinion.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Boston.

T.M. Selection: Washington Capitals.

While I do think an outright win is possible, in a contest that I believe will be much more exciting and tight than what this spread is suggesting, I'm grabbing the visitors on spread option (puckline.) Washington is in a dog fight just to get in the playoffs right now, tied with the Wings for ninth spot, but just one game behind the 7th and 8th spots. It's a log-jam with just under two weeks left to go in the regular season. Carolina is in third. It's tied with Florida with 101 points. Regardless, it's the Capitals who will be risking life and limb here to pull off the upset. I say that'll be enough with the 1.5 goals to get us the money here on this one on Friday night.

T.M. Prediction: 4-3 Washington.

T.M. Selection: Hurricanes.

Just a great situational bet. Carolina has had three whole nights off after a 3-0 win at Montreal. Carolina has won back-to-back games. It has a chance to put together another win streak here with a favorable schedule over the next few games, before then having to once again face the Bruins, this time in Boston on April 9th. Look for Carolina to take advantage of the "home ice." And for the Bruins, this sets up as a letdown and lookahead spot in my opinion. Boston is 3-1 on this current five-game road trip and off B2B wins and with Florida at home up next, everything points to the Hurricanes delivering in front of the home town crowd tonight.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Carolina.

T.M. Selection: Las Vegas.

Vegas has had a couple nights off after a 2-1 OT win at Minnesota. It went 3-1 on its road trip and now with just two weeks remaining, I'm expecting the Knights to take keep the foot on the gas. They play with revenge as well after a 3-1 loss to the Canucks here on March 7th. Vancouver is in Arizona for a much more "winnable" game tomorrow, and I think it'll get caught looking ahead. 

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Golden Knights.

T.M. Selection: Oilers.

This is a great spot for Edmonton. LA is off four straight wins, but I think finally has a letdown here facing the Oilers, and with a tough game at Calgary (and Winnipeg after that!), following this contest. Edmonton just nsapped a two-game slide with a 4-3 OT win at Winnipeg and I'm expecting it to make the most of this favorable spot, so lay the price with confidence.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Edmonton.

T.M. Selection: Florida Panthers.

I think that home ice advantage will prove to be the difference-maker in this one tonight for Florida. Boston is coming off B2B losses, and with another tough game at a red hot Tampa tomorrow night, I say the Bruins get caught looking ahead here. Florida does indeed play with revenge after a 3-1 loss to here to Boston back in November, and note that the Panthers are 7-3 in their last ten in trying to avenge a home loss as a favorite vs. an opponent.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Florida.

T.M. Selection: Vancouver Canucks.

The Canucks are off three straight home wins and I expect that run to continue here. The last time Vancouver played LA it won 2-1 in OT on the road at the start of March, but I expect a bigger margin of victory here. LA has won three straight as well, but all at home. Look for LA to stumble in the opener of this trip, as ultimately I feel that Vancouver could/should in fact be a much larger fav in this spot.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Vancouver.

T.M. Selection: Seattle Kraken.

Two struggling teams here. I've been amazed at the early success that these expansion teams have enjoyed over the last decade, including the Kraken. That said, Seattle will now be desperate to snap a seven-game losing streak. Not for a lack of trying, falling 2-1 in OT at Arizona last time out. They play with the added incentive of revenge here as well after falling 4-2 at Montreal back in December. The Habs are playing terribly right now as well off four straight losses. They have a much "tougher" game at Colorado upcoming as well to end their road trip. I say they stumble here again as well.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Seattle.

T.M. Selection: LA Kings.

It's a great spot, and a great price to jump on LA right here tonight on Saturday. Tampa Bay is just 17-16-2-0 on the road, but after five straight wins, and with a game at lowly Anaheim tomorrow night, I say this sets up as a bit of letdown/trap game. Note that Tampa is just 1-4 in its last five after five or more straight wins in a row as well. LA is 16-11-2-5 at home. It's coing off back-to-back wins here by a combined score of 12-2. It plays with revenge after a tight 3-2 OT loss at Tampa at the start of the year. Great price and great situation, the play is LA.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 LA.

T.M. Selection: Arizona.

A great spot and a great price on the home side here. Seattle is just 14-13-3-3 on the road, while Arizona is 17-16-0-0 at home. The Kraken just lost 3-1 in Vegas just last night, and I think they'll be super tired here in the second game of the back-to-back. Seattle returns to the PNW after this for four straight, so look for the hungry Coyotes to take advantage tonight!

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Coyotes.

T.M. Selection: Las Vegas.

The Bolts have won three straight. They're off a big 5-3 win at their rival Florida though and with a game at San Jose up next, I say they get caught in a trap here. Vegas is playing better of late, as it's won three of its last four. It plays with revenge as well after a tight 5-4 loss at Tampa in December. Look for the surging Knights to pull away down the stretch for the comfortable home victory, while avenging the earlier loss at the same time.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Las Vegas.

T.M. Selection: Calgary Flames.

Washington lost the first two games of its current road trip, but it's won the last two by identical 2-1 scores at Seattle and Vancouver. Now it travels to Calgary to end the trip, and then after this it has a night off before a tough Eastern Conference matchup vs. the Leafs, followed by the Hurricanes blowing into town after that. Calgary has won two straight. It plays with revenge after a shootout loss in Washington at the start of the year. The Flames have three nights off after this and they've won two in a row. This one ticks all the boxes for a great "situational" play. Oh, and as Bob Barker used to say: The Price Is Right! ... as well!

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Calgary.

T.M. Selection: Oilers.

Colorado enters off five straight wins, but a letdown is now imminent here with a couple days off before a divisional contest vs. at St. Louis. The Oilers look to take advantage here and are definitely priced right. They're off b2b wins, including a convincing 7-2 victory over Washington most recently. The Oilers have three straight at home to go before a lengthy trip, so expect Edmonton to risk life and limb to secure this victory, while at the same time all signs do indeed point to a letdown spot finally for the visitors; lay the short price, the play is Edmonton!

T.M. Prediction: 5-2 Edmonton.

T.M. Selection: LA Kings.

I really love the way this one sets up for LA. The Isles have been playing great, but off B2B road wins to open this trip, including a 6-1 win at Anaheim just last night, a predictable "letdown" is in the cards here in my estimation. New York will have two nights off after this before a game at Buffalo, so not only is it a letdown, but also a look-ahead. Potentially anyways. The Kings play with revenge after a 3-2 OT loss at New York back in December. LA is off a listless 4-1 loss to Dallas, but note that the Kings are 4-1 in their last five off a home loss as a favorite. Look for LA to bounce back here and take advantage of this great situation and lay the price with confidence.

T.M. Prediction: 5-2 LA.

T.M. Selection: Leafs.

These two teams are currently moving in opposite directions. Boston is just 1-4 in its last five. It's off a listless 5-1 loss at the Islanders. It has a tough game to look ahead to tomorrow night at home to the Oilers. They face the Leafs, who have won five of their last six and who play with revenge after a 4-3 OT loss here in December. The stars the planets have aligned here for Toronto, as I do indeed expect it to step up here and deliver in this favorable spot. Lay the price.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Toronto.

T.M. Selection: Washington Capitals.

The Coyotes are bad. Especially on the road where they're just 9-17-5-0. The Capitals have been playing better, and they've consistently been at their best at home with a 16-9-2-3 record. The play with revenge here as well after a humbling 6-0 loss at Arizona, and note that Washington is 7-3 in its last ten in trying to avenge a shutout road loss vs. an opponent. I smell a blowout, so lay the price!

T.M. Prediction: 5-2 Washington.

T.M. Selection: Bruins.

I think Boston will find a way to deliver here on the road in this favorable matchup. Boston won't be taking this game lightly. It's had a few days off after a 5-4 win over Vegas, which snapped three straight extra-period losses in a row. The Bruins beat the Isles 5-4 in a shootout here in December, but I think we'll see a more decisive win this time around. The Isles won two straight at Detroit, but I think they're overmatched here as well and will get run over before the final horn sounds. Great value overall on Boston.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Boston.

T.M. Selection: COL - Spread 

I like the Colorado Avalanche to win this game against the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday, February 29th. Coming in off a big blowout win against Dallas in their last game, Colorado is looking start a winning streak. It hasn't been amazing on the road this year for them, but they still own a better record on the road than the Blackhawks do at home. Chicago have really fallen apart after the first few weeks of the season. They have lost four games in a row now. I've got the Avalanche big here on Thursday. 

T.M. Prediction: 6-2 Avalanche. 

Line: -1.5, -115 

Line Parameter: play until -1.5, -145.. 

T.M. Selection: Dallas Stars - ML 

I like the Dallas Stars to win this game against the New York Islanders on Monday, February 26th. Coming off their big win against the Hurricanes on the road, the Stars are finally back at at home where they've done their best work this season. Although it was a struggle for Dallas before that game, the win should get them back to playing focussed and solid hockey once again. They are also in a battle to keep the top spot in the Central Division. It's the difference between playing Nashville or Edmonton if the season ended today. The Islanders are still in contention, but they are falling further and further back. Having seen the Islanders beat them in overtime last game, this has Dallas written all over it. This is a max play on the Stars. 

T.M. Prediction: 4-1 Stars. 

Line: -155 

Line Parameter: play until -200.. 

T.M. Selection: DET - ML 

I like the Detroit Red Wings to win this game against the Chicago Blackhawks on Sunday, February 25th. There is always something special when returning to your old team that loved you very much. With all that Patrick Kane has done for this organization, he should be getting nothing but love from these fans. He's currently on a tear, which is why I believe him and Detroit will have the edge here. There's extra motivation against his old team so expect the Red Wings to pick up their fifth win in a row on Sunday. 

T.M. Prediction: 5-2 Red Wings. 

Line: -160 

Line Parameter: play until -195.. 

T.M. Selection: Pitt - ML 

I like the Pittsburgh Penguins to win this game against the Los Angeles Kings on Sunday February 18th. Coming off yesterday's overtime winner against the Bruins, the Kings might be slightly tired for this game. Yes, they played in the afternoon. But, this is still another tough game against a Penguins team that needs to win more games if they want a chance at the playoffs. Looking at this game, Pittsburgh should be able to capitalize as they are the home team. Although LAK have been good on the road, they've been in a bit of a slump over the past few weeks. I'll take the Penguins here. 

T.M. Prediction: 4-1 Penguins. 

Line: -115 

Line Parameter: play until -150.. 

T.M. Selection: Detroit Red Wings - ML 

I like the Detroit Red Wings to win this game against the Calgary Flames on Saturday, February 17th. Detroit may be off a two straight losses, but they've looked strong in both. In fact, they out shot their opponent in both of those games. The Red Wings are also the better side. They got a superior record and have won six of their last nine games against opponents from the Pacific Division. Calgary have lost five of their last six games at home. I don't see them breaking out of this slump that they are in right now today against a hungry Red Wings team. Calgary just lost to SJS. Don't expect them to be much of a challenge tonight. 

T.M. Prediction: 5-2 Det. 

Line: +111 

Line Parameter: play until -145.. 

T.M. Selection: ARI - Spread 

I like the Arizona Coyotes to win this game against the Carolina Hurricanes on Friday, February 16th. Yes, the Coyotes have lost seven games in a row. Yes, the Hurricanes won the only meeting between the two this season. Yes, Carolina owns the better record. Well, Arizona is ready to turn things around. It wasn't the best news they've heard when goaltender Connor Ingram got hurt in their last game. Having said that, Vejmelka is actually better than his record. He's still decently young and could prove to be the starter next season. In this building Arizona plays very well. Carolina has been a lot worse on the road than at home this season as well. I'll gladly take my chances on the Coyotes to bounce out of this slump, plus the extra goal and a half on Friday. 

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Coyotes. 

Line: +1.5, -145 

Line Parameter: play until +1.5, -175.. 

T.M. Selection: Anaheim - ML 

I like the Anaheim Ducks to win this game against the San Jose Sharks on Wednesday, January 31st. After shutting out the Kraken last night, the Sharks might be tired for this game. This game also has a revenge factor as the Sharks won the meeting 11 days ago between these two teams. Neither team has been great this year, but the Sharks have been much worse on the road. Even without Zegras, I believe that Anaheim is the better side. Give me the home team here. 

T.M. Prediction: 5-2 Ducks. 

Line: -167  

Line Parameter: play until -200.. 

T.M. Selection: DAL - ML 

I like the Dallas Stars to win this game against the New Jersey Devils on Saturday, January 20th. As I'm high on both of these teams this season, I believe that the Stars are in the better spot. Coming off a loss against the Flyers, they are looking to bounce back. The Devils are still without Jack Hughes and aren't at full strength. I believe that Dallas will play with more fight as they want to get back to dominating in the goal scoring category. Hammer them on Saturday. 

T.M. Prediction: 5-2 Stars. 

Line: -125 

Line Parameter: play until -150.. 

T.M. Selection: LAK - ML 

I like the Los Angeles Kings to win this game against the Nashville Predators on Thursday, January 18th. Even after losing their last game, and having lost nine of their last ten, I believe that the Kings are going to turn this ship around. LAK is one of the best teams in the league and it's been a struggle lately. But, they've got veteran guys to lean on to get them out of this rut and they should be able to at home. The Kings play excellent defense and allow very few goals. They also get a bunch of shots on their opponents net which might cause the Predators some problems as they allow a decent amount of goals. I'll take the Kings here. 

T.M. Prediction: 4-1 Kings. 

Line: -140 

Line Parameter: play until -185.. 

T.M. Selection: NYI @ MIN - UNDER 

I am on the UNDER in the New York Islanders @ Minnesota Wild game on Monday January 15th. Having watched a bunch of hockey this season, I believe that Sorokin is one of, if not the best goaltender in the league. He might not have the best stats. But, he's one of the most technically sound goaltenders you'll ever see. Having said that, he should have a good game against a Minnesota team that ranks near the bottom in goals per game. I love the UNDER here as both teams play in lower scoring games. Grab it before the line moves. 

T.M. Prediction: 2-1 Islanders. 

Line: O/U 6.5, -125 

Line Parameter: play until 6.0, -115.. 

T.M. Selection: NYR - ML 

I like the New York Rangers to win this game against the St. Louis Blues on Thursday, January 11th. Having lost back to back games, this line is down a bit from what it should be. The Rangers are definitely the better side and I don't see them losing a third straight. The Blues have struggled to score, especially on the power play all season long. Hammer the Rangers in a revenge spot from their last meeting. 

T.M. Prediction: 6-2 Rangers. 

Line: -158 

Line Parameter: play until -200.. 

T.M. Selection: TOR @ ANA - OVER

I am on the OVER in the Toronto Maple Leafs @ Anaheim Ducks game on Wednesday, January 3rd. After back to back games having gone under for the Leafs, I expect a higher scoring outing today. Anaheim allows plenty of goals and can put the puck in the net themselves at times. Toronto is expected to have an NHL debut in net, having just played yesterday. I've got the OVER in what should be a good one. 

T.M. Prediction: 7-3 Leafs. 

Line: O/U 6.5, -130 

Line Parameter: play until 6.5, -145.. 

T.M. Selection: BOS @ NJ - UNDER 

I am on the UNDER in the Boston Bruins @ New Jersey Devils game on Saturday. Boston looks to be back after their win last game against Buffalo. However, goaltending will need to be dominant if they want to string another long winning streak together. New Jersey played yesterday, so they might be a little bit tired entering this game leading to less shots. Their goaltending is starting to heat up and I believe that this team could make a run in the postseason. Look for this game to stay low scoring. Hammer the UNDER.  

T.M. Prediction: 3-1 Bruins. 

Line: O/U 6.0, +107 

Line Parameter: play until 6.0, -120.. 

T.M. Selection: COL - ML 

I like the Colorado Avalanche to win this game against the St. Louis Blues on Friday, December 29th. Coming off a game where they blew a 4-0 lead, the Avalanche look to rebound on Friday. They are definitely the better team and should be able to do just that. St. Louis is now off three straight wins and I don't believe that they are that strong of a team this year. This is also a revenge spot for the last game between these teams when the Blues scored eight on Colorado. Even on the road, the Avalanche should be able to roll here today. 

***this is my CENTRAL DIVISION GAME OF YEAR

T.M. Prediction: 5-2 Avs. 

Line: -158 

Line Parameter: play until -200.. 

T.M. Selection: BOS - ML

I like the Boston Bruins to win this game against the Buffalo Sabres on Wednesday, December 27th. Entering off four straight losses, the Bruins are due for a win. Even though they aren't as strong as last year, they still have all the talent in the world. They will be without Poitras again for this game as he's playing in the World Juniors right now. But, they should be able to bounce back against a Buffalo team that's already beaten them this month. Boston is 9-5-3 on the road while Buffalo is just 7-8-1 at home. Expect Boston to win this game and start dominating again. 

T.M. Prediction: 4-1 Boston. 

Line: -150 

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T.M. Selection: VGK - moneyline 

I like the Vegas Golden Knights to win this game against the Ottawa Senators on Sunday, December 17th. Vegas is now off a loss after losing to the Sabres in their last game. They've got one more game (this game) at home before they head on a four game road trip. Expect them to get the job done on Sunday evening. 

T.M. Prediction: 4-1 Vegas. 

Line: -180  

Line Parameter: play until -210.. 

T.M. Selection: VGK @ DAL - UNDER 

I am on the UNDER in the Vegas Golden Knights @ Dallas Stars game on Saturday, December 9th. In this matchup over the past couple of season's, I've been hammering the UNDER. & it's been absolute cash. In their last twelve matchups with each other, eleven of them have gone UNDER 6.5 goals. I'm hammering it again this weekend as I believe that both teams are due to have great defensive performances. 

T.M. Prediction: 3-2 Stars. 

Line: O/U 6.0, -105 

Line Parameter: play until 6.0, -125.. 

T.M. Selection: VGK - moneyline 

I like the Vegas Golden Knights to win this game against the St. Louis Blues on Wednesday, December 6th. After losing to the Blues at home, Vegas is seeking revenge in this game. They are the better side and they most certainly need to keep winning if they want to stay atop of the Western Conference. St. Louis has a few good players, but it's still a rebuilding year for this club. I expect last season's Stanley Cup winner's to bounce back and get their revenge on Wednesday evening. 

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Vegas. 

Line: -150 

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T.M. Selection: Golden Knights - ML 

I like the Vegas Golden Knights to win this game against the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday, November 29th. Even after three straight losses, I believe that Vegas is the better side. They looked good in each of their last two, but failed to score in overtime. Now, Vancouver has also been good this season, but they are starting to slip. The Canucks were outshot by the Ducks in their last game and very well could've lost that game. I think Vegas is about to go on another big winning streak after a win here. With this underdog price, I'm easily taking Vegas to win this game. Max selection. 

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Vegas. 

Line: +112 

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T.M. Selection: Carolina - ML 

I like the Carolina Hurricanes to win this game against the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday, November 28th. Even though the Canes haven't had the start that they would have hoped, it's not terrible. They've still got a lot of season left to starting stringing some winning streaks together. In their last game, it was a much needed win against CBJ as they look to start that winning streak now. Philly also won their last game, but struggled dearly to put the puck in the net. It also might be a different goaltender, but I don't see them shutting out the Canes the way they did against NYI. Expect Carolina to pick up the road win as they are simply put the better team. Max 5% bet on Carolina. 

T.M. Prediction: 4-1 Hurricanes. 

Line: -156 

Line Parameter: play until -210.. 

T.M. Selection: NYI - ML 

I like the New York Islanders to win this game against the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday, November 25th. After meeting just a few days ago, in a game where the Islanders came away with the win, I expect them to be the team full of confidence. Philly lost again yesterday against the Rangers and come in on a bit of a slump. NYI has great defense and goaltending so I find it hard to believe that they'll be scoring much. I've got the Isles winning again. 

T.M. Prediction: 3-1 Islanders. 

Line: -152 

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T.M. Selection: DAL - ML 

I like the Dallas Stars to win this game against the Calgary Flames on Friday, November 24th. Dallas is coming off an OT loss, but that was against the defending champs. They are still the best team right now in the Central and I believe that they're in for a big postseason run this year. Calgary hasn't been very impressive to start this season. They are just 7-9-3 and have been struggling to score the puck. That might continue again here against one of the best goaltenders in hockey. Wedgewood is very strong as well even if Oettinger doesn't get the start. Expect Dallas to get back in the winning column at home here today. Max 5% bet on DAL. 

T.M. Prediction: 6-2 Stars. 

Line: -173

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