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10* UNDER Stars/Avs (2ND RND WEST-CONF TOY)

While the first two games of this series flew well "over" the number, we're now finally expecting much more of a defensive battle here with the shift in venue. Colorado has in fact seen the total go "under" the number in seven of its last ten as well after playing to three or more straight "overs" in a row. Previous to this series the Stars had played to three straight "unders" vs. Vegas and now we also believe that fatigue will play a major role in the final combined outcome of this contest. With each side doubling down defensively in this crucial Game 3 like we suspect, all signs do indeed point to the "under" as the correct call as far as the total is concerned in our opinion!

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10* UNDER Bruins/Panthers (ASSASSIN)

We think it's highly likely that most pundits were pretty surprised that Boston destroyed the Panthers 5-1 in Game 1 of this second round series. And that's becuase the Bruins had just gone seven with the Leafs and needed overtime in the seventh game to earn their spot here. But it was in fact Florida that showed the rust after taking out Tampa Bay in five games and not having played since April 29th. That's always the big question for a team that advances really quickly in their series in four or five games: will the extra time off between series betwen beneficial, or will it be detrimental? Clearly, for the Panthers, "rest" did lead to "rust" in Game 1. But making adjustments from one game to the next is key to success in the playoffs (both for these teams, but also for us handicappers.) But here for this one, we're going to caution in over-reacting to the Game 1 results. That said, we're not going to lay this larger price, but we do think we're going to see a completely different dynamic overall to the pace of this one. Previous to the 5-1 win over Florida in Game 1, the Bruins had seen the total go UNDER in four straight to close out their series with the Leafs and in our opinion we're definitely going to see a much tighter overall Game 2; as a result, the "under" is definitely the correct call here as far as the total is concerned!

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10* OVER Canucks/Predators (WEST-CONF TOM)

This has been a back-and-forth series, as the Canucks move forward with their second and third-string goaltenders, and the Predators holding on for dear life after the 2-1 Game 5 victory in Vancouver. These two teams will be fighting tooth and nail here Nashville on Friday night, but in our opinion, everything points to a higher-scoring shootout, rather than a lower-scoring goaltenders battle. Note that Vancouver has also seen the total eclipse the posted number in seven of its last ten in trying to avenge a home loss as a favorite vs. an opponent. Game 4 here was a 4-3 OT win for Vancouver, and we're predicting a similar final combined score here as well in Game 6; this number is low, the play is the "over!" 

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10* OVER Bruins/Leafs (BLOCKBUSTER)

Boston won Game by a score of 5-1, and it's been the only game in this series that's so far eclipsed the posted number. But now here in Game 6 we're anticipating another wide-open shootout. Note that Boston has seen the total fly "over" the number in seven of its last ten in trying to avenge a home loss as a favorite vs. an opponent. With each team pushing the pace like we anticipate in this crucial contest, all signs do indeed point to this total flying "over" the number sooner, rather than later; and that's the play!

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10* OVER Isles/Canes (EAST-CONF TOW)

With their backs against the wall, the Isles delivered the 3-2 OT win in Game 4 to stave off elimination for at least one more game in this series. Now up 3-1, Carolina will look to rebound and end this at home here now in Game 5. Note that Carolina has in fact seen the total eclipse the posted number in four of its last five in trying to avenge a road loss as a fav vs. an opponent. We think the Isles can match their offensive output from Game 4 as well, so in what we anticiapte will be a faster-paced affair here in Game 5, all signs do indeed point to this total flying "over" the number sooner, rather than later!

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10* OVER Stars/Knights (WEST-CONF TOW)

The money is pretty much split down the middle between these two teams here in Game 4 in Las Vegas. So far, home ice advantage has been anything but for these two teams. Las Vegas won the first two in Dallas, while the Stars then finally bounced back with the tight 3-2 win in OT in Game 3. Note though that Las Vegas has seen the total eclipse the posted number in eight of its last 12 in trying to avenge a home loss vs. an opponent. The first game went "over" the number in the Stars' 4-3 victory, and we're expecting a similar final combined score here in this important Game 4 as well; this number is low, the play is hte "over!" 

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10* UNDER Oilers/Kings (SUPER BLOWOUT)

All three games have so far flown "over" the number in this series, but we're expecting much more of a defensive affair this time around finally here in LA. Edmonton is up 2-1, but note that LA has in fact seen the total dip below the posted number in seven of its last ten in trying to avenge a home loss as an underdog vs. an opponent. Fatigue now becomes a factor here for each side. The public is quick to back another high-scoring affair here, but that fact only lends weight for our contrarian nature as well when it comes to this selection. We say that Game 4 will finally be a lower-scoring defensive battle; this number is high, the play is the "under!" 

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10* UNDER Oilers/Kings (TOTAL BLOOD-BATH)

The first two games of this series have flown well "over" the number, but we're anticipating a much tighter defensive affair here now that the venue has shifted to the West Coast. Edmonton won Game 1 by a score of 7-4, and hten LA bounced back with the 5-4 OT victory in Game 2. Note though that Edmonton has seen the total go "under" the number in eight of its last 11 in trying to avenge a road loss vs. an opponent. We think fatigue will also now play a factor here as the series wears on. With each team doubling down defensively like we're suspecting in this one to try and get the upperhand in this series, everything does indeed point to a lower-scoring defensive battle; the play is the "under!" 

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10* UNDER Jets/Avs (TOTAL BOB)

The first two games of this series have flown "over" the number, but now with the shift in venue, we're anticipating a much more defensive affair here. Fatigue now at this part of the series takes effect. Altitude in Colorado is a factor. Also note that the Jets have seen the total go "under" the number in eight of their last 11 in trying to avenge a two goals or greater home loss vs. an opponent. Game 3 in Colorado shapes up to be a defensive goaltenders battle in our opinion; this number is indeed high, the play is the "under!" 

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10* Panthers/Lightning OVER (GAME 3 TOP)

The first two games have fallen "under" the number, but now with the shift in venue, we're expecting goals to be plentiful here in Tampa on Thursday night. Note that the Lightning have in fact seen the total eclipse the posted number in eight of their last 11 in trying to avenge two or more straight losses against an opponent. We also expect Florida to be able to, at the very least, match its offensive output over the first two games after winning 3-2 in each. While the first two games of this series have been really defensive, the stage is now set for an explosive offensive affair between these talented offensive clubs in our opinion; this number is indeed low, the play is on the "over!" 

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10* UNDER Avs/Jets (RND 1 WEST-CONF TOY)

No need to overthink this one for us. The "zig zag" theory is in full effect here as far as the total is concerned in our opinion after the Jets won the opener 7-6. Note that Colorado has seen the total go "under" the number in eight of its last ten in trying to avenge a home loss vs. an opponent. Both regular season games these teams played against each other also went "over" the number, but after the high-scoring shootout in the first game, we're absolutely expecting a much more defensive affair this time around. The bookmakers know the public will be quick to back this being another high-scoring shootout, because that's what the general betting public wants. But we're going the other way and expecting a much more defensive battle this time around; the play is the "under!" 

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10* OVER Isles/Canes (1ST RND EAST-CONF TOY)

While the first game stayed well "under" the number in this Eastern Conference Opening Round NHL series, we say that the second one will be much more wide-open offensively, and we'll therefore be recommending a play on the "over" in this one. Note that New York has seen the total go "over" the number in eight of its last ten in trying to avenge a road loss vs. an opponent in which it was held to one or less goals in. New York has responded well in this spot for "over" bettors, and we're banking on this strong trend continuing here in this important game. This O/U line is now definitely TOO low, so the play is the "over" 

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10* UNDER Jets/Capitals (ASSASSIN)

Both sides have been involved in several higher-scoring games of late, but we're expecting a much tighter, and ultimately lower-scoring battle here in the Nation's capital finally on Sunday afternoon for a couple of different really good reasons. Winnipeg enters off B2B losses, including a 6-3 loss at the Isles just last night. They return home after this for a five-game homestand, so they'll have to be careful not to "look past" the Capitals today. Washington has won four of its last five, but off a 7-6 shootout win hee over Carolina last time out, we're expecting a much more defensive affair this time around. Washington has seen the total go "over" the number in three straight after that high-scoring win, but note that the Capitals have in fact seen the total go "under" the number in seven of their last ten after playing to three or more straight "overs" in a row. This number is high, the play is the "under!" 

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10* UNDER Blues/Senators (NON-CONF TOW)

These teams have been involved in several higher-scoring games of late, but we're finally expecting more of a defensive affair here between the Blues and Senators on Thursday night. Just a great overall "situational" play and as primarily situational cappers, this one falls right into our wheelhouse. St. Louis had its four-game win streak come to an end in a 4-3 loss at Colorado last time out. It has a difficult schedule ahead, with games at Minnesota, followed by a home contest vs. Vegas, so it'll have to be careful not to look past the Senators, who they beat 4-2 at home back in December. The Sens enter off B2B high-scoring losses, but are now slightly favored here in this position. Ottawa will be doubling-down defensively here after alling 13 goals over its last two losses and when taking into account the other situational information listed above, all signs do point to this being a defensive affair, not a high-scoring shootout in my opinion; this number is high, the play is the "under!" 

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10* UNDER Leafs/Capitals (EASTERN CONFERENCE NON-DIVISIONAL TOY)

These teams have been involved in several lower-scoring games of late, but all signs point to a much tighter, and ultimately lower-scoring affair here on Wednesday in our opinion finally. Toronto is 20-8 on the road, but it's off back-to-back losses, including a 4-3 setback at Philly just last night. Note that TO has in fact seen the total go "under" the number in eight of its last 12 after playing to three or more straight "overs" in a row though. Washington has been playing well of late, returning hoe from a five-game Western road-swing by going 3-2 overall, including winning the final three games. Note though that the Caps have interestingly seen the total dip below the posted number in three of their last four after three or more straight victories in a row. Expect these Eastern conference opponents to battle to a classic lower-scoring battle here; the play is indeed on the "under!" 

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10* OVER Sabres/Kraken (NON-CONF TOW)

These teams have been involved in several lower-scoring games of late, but we're expecting this non-conference affair to be much more wide open. Buffalo is 15-14-4-0 on the road, while Seattle is 14-14-5-1 at home. The Sabres are off the 4-1 loss at Detroit, snapping a three-game win streak. They lost 5-2 to Seattle at home back on January 9th, and note that Buffalo has seen the total go "over" the number in eight of its last 12 in trying to avenge a home loss as a favorite vs. an opponent. Seattle enters off four straight losses. It can't afford to look past anyone right now. Now sixth in the Pacific at 28-26, and with a tricky two-game road trip after this starting in Vegas, we're expecting the home side to put an emphasis on pushing the pace. Overall, this one sets up well from a variety of different angles to soar "over" this posted number!

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10* UNDER Isles/Rangers.

These teams both played to high-scoring games just yesterday, so we don't need to overanlayze this pick on the second day of the back-to-back for each. Each will be tired and we're expecting these New York rivals to double down on the defensive end. The Isles fell 4-3 in OT to Ottawa, allowing three unanswered goals at the end. They've lost three in a row. Note that the Isles have in fact seen the total go "under" the number in eight of their last 11 after three or more straight "overs" in a row. The Rangers have won four of their last five after yesterday's big 7-4 win at the Penguins. Now back at home after a successful road trip, eveything points to a very defensive battle; this number is high, the play is the "under!"

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10* OVER Blues/Bruins (NON-CONF TOW)

The Bruins have either seen the total go "under" the number, or "push" on the total over their last five games, but we're finally anticipating much more of a wide-open offensive affair here. One of the strengths of Boston is its ability to play any type of game, whether it be a wide-open shootout, or a shutdown defensive one. The Blues have been terrible of late, especially offensively, but we're expecting the visitors to open up the playbook here and to push things from start to finish. This will of course leave the Blues open on the backend. St. Louis has lost three in a row, most recently a 4-0 loss at the Rangers, but note that the Blues have seen the total go "over" the number in seven of their last ten following a shutout road loss. A great spot to wager on the "over!" 

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10* OVER Jackets/Rangers (METROPOLITAN TOY)

The stars and the planets have aligned for a very offensive affair here in our opinion. Columbus is 19-28-9-1, including only 9-13-5-1 on the road, while the Rangers are 39-17-1-2, including 20-7-0-0 at home. The Jackets are off the 4-2 win here two nights ago, but note that the Rangers have seen the total go "over" the number in eight of their last ten in trying to avenge a home loss as a favorite vs. an opponent. New York has now seen the total go "under" in five straight, but that's significant to note as well as the Rangers have in fact seen the total "over" the number in eight of their last 12 after playing to five or more straight "unders" in a row. Expect a much faster-paced and ultimately higher-scoring affair here in the re-match; this number is low, the play is the "over!" 

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10* OVER Canes/Sabres (EAST-CONF NON-DIV TOY)

As primarily "situational" cappers, this one falls right into our wheelhouse. Both sides have been playing to some lower-scoring contests of late, but everything now finally points to more of a wide-open "shootout" here on Sunday night in our opinion. Carolina is coming off a 2-1 home loss to Dallas. It's scored just two goals in its last two games. Note though that the Hurricanes have seen the total eclipse the posted number in eight of its last 11 off a home loss as a favorite. They beat the Sabres 6-2 back on December 2nd, and while we're expecting another high-scoring game this time around, we believe it'll be much more competitive. The Sabres have won two straight. Both were on the road vs. "lesser" competition. Looking to avenge the earlier loss and to add to the winning run, everything points to the home side keeping the foot on the gas from start to finish. This number is low, the play is the "over!" 

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10* UNDER Wild/Oilers (WEST-CONF NON-DIV TOM)

This is a great "situational" play. This one sets up well to be a lower-scoring defensive battle in our opinion. Both sides have been playing to several higher-scoring battles of late, but the overall situation that each team finds itself coming into this one, combined with some strong supporting O/U ATS stats, does all point to this evening's contest being a much more defensive battle. Minnesota is just 26-24 after a 6-3 loss at Winnipeg last time out. Previous to that it beat Vancouver 10-7. But with a contest at Seattle tomorrow night, we see the visiting side playing a more defensive "trap" style of contest this evening, so as to be able to reserve some gas for tomorrow night's difficult affair. The Wild play with revenge as well after a high-scoring 4-3 loss at Edmonton in December. After their 6-5 OT home loss to the Oilers, the Bruins have seen the total go "over" the number in five straight, but that's also significant for us to take note of, as Boston has in fact seen the total go "under" the number in seven of its last ten after playing to five or more straight "overs" in a row; this number is high, the play is indeed on the "under!" 

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10* UNDER Bruins/Flames (ASSASSIN)

This is a great situational play. The Bruins have played three straight extra-period games, and gone 2-1 in the process. All three games went "over" the number, but note that Boston has seen the total go "under" the number in eight of its last 11 after playing to three or more straight "overs" in a row. One of those wins came just last night in a tough 6-5 OT win at Edmonton. Now playing the second game of the B2B here, we're absolutely expecting fatigue to be an issue. Boston actually plays with revenge as well after a 4-1 loss at home to Calgary at the start of the month. The Flames snapped a three-game slide with a 6-3 win over Winnipeg here last time out, but we're for sure expecting a more methodical pace here with Boston in town; this number is high, the play is the "under!" 

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10* UNDER Bruins/Oilers (NON-CONF TOM)

These teams have been playing to several higher-scoring games of late, but all signs point to much more of a lower-scoring affair this time around in our opinion. Boston is 33-12-9-2, including 15-5-5-1 on the road, while Edmonton is 33-18-1-0 overall, including 17-6-1-0 at home. The Bruins just snapped a four-game slide with a 4-3 shootout win over Dallas, but with a game tomorrow night in Calgary, we expect the visiting side to play a more conservative defensive affair this evening. Edmonton has won two in a row. It's seen the total go "over" the number in five straight, but that's definitely significant for us to take note of here as the Oilers have in fact seen the total go "under" the number in seven of their last ten after playing to five or more straight "overs" in a row. With each team doubling-down on the defensive end like we suspect tonight, all signs do indeed point to the "under" as the correct call as far as the total is concerned!

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10* OVER Wings/Kraken (ASSASSIN)

Both teams have been involved in several lower-scoring games of late, but all signs finally point to more of a wide-open offensive battle here on Monday in our opinion. The Wings are 28-20-6-0 overall, including 13-12-1-0 on the road, while the Kraken are 23-21-6-4, including 11-9-3-1 at home. Detroit snapped a two-game slide with a 5-0 win at Calgary last time out. It's seen the total go "under" in two straight. The Wings lost to Seattle 5-4 in OT at the start of the season, but note that Detroit has seen the total go "over" the number in seven of its last ten in trying to avenge a home loss vs. an opponent. Seattle has snapped a three-game slide by winning two straight, most recent a 4-1 upset at Boston. That was three nights ago. Note that Seattle has seen the total go "over" the number in three of its last four after playing with three or more nights of rest. With each team pushing the pace like we anticipate, all signs do indeed point to this total flying "over" the number sooner, rather than later!

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10* OVER Coyotes/Flyers (ASSASSIN)

Both teams have been involved in several lower-scoring games of late, but all signs finally point to more of a wide-open "shootout" here between these non-conference opponents on Monday night in our opinon. Arizona is 23-23-4-0, including just 8-13-4-0 on the road, while Philadelphia is 28-19-4-2 overall, but only 13-12-1-1 at home. The Coyotes have lost five straight. They're off a tough 5-4 OT loss at Nashville last time out, but we can expect that offensive momentum to be carried over here. Philly has won three straight, and it's also seen the total go "under" in three straight. That's significant to note however, as Philly has in fact seen the total go "over" the number in eight of its last 11 after playing to three or more straight "unders" in a row. With each team opening things up from the "get go," all signs point to this total flying well "over" the posted number before the final horn blares!

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10* OVER Pens/Wild (NON-CONF TOW)

Both teams have been involved in several lower-scoring games of late, but all signs finally point to more of a wide-open shootout in our opinion here in Minnesota on Friday night. Pittsburgh has seen the total go "under" in three straight after its most recent 3-0 win, but note that the Pens have seen the total go "over" the number in eight of their last 12 after playing to three or more straight "unders" in a row. Minnesota snapped a two-game slide with a 2-1 win at Chicago last time out and it's also seen the total go "under" in three straight, which is also significant for us to take note of, as Minnesota has seen the total go "over" the number in four of its last five after playing to three or more straight "unders" in a row. This number is low, the play is the "over!"

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10* OVER Wild/Hawks (CENTRAL DIVISION TOY)

The second half of the NHL season is now underway and here's a great situational play in our opinion, as we think the stage is set for these hungry sides to open things up and play to a high-scoring shootout once it's all said and done. Both teams went into the break on losing streaks. The Wild lost 3-2 to Nashville and 3-2 to the Ducks. Clearly at 21-23, the Wild have a lot of work to do in the second half. The Blackhawks are already out of contention at 14-34 and they also enter the second half on a losing streak as they went into the break on four straight losses (including getting shutout in back-to-back games in Edmonton and Calgary.) But with the extra time off to prepare and find their legs, we think this faster paced affair will go OVER the number sooner, rather than later!

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10* UNDER Jackets/Blues (TOW)

Both teams have been involved in several higher-scoring games of late, but all signs finally point to more of a defensive affair this time around in our opinion. Columbus has seen the total go "over" in three straight after its most recent 4-2 loss at Seatle, but note that the Jackets have in fact seen the total go "under" the number in seven of their last ten after playing to three or more straight "overs" in a row. the Blues have won five straight and theyv'e seen the total go "over" in four straight. St. Louis has played to three straight 4-3 OT victories, but everything now is pointing to this particular contest being a much tighter, and ultimately lower-scoring "under" once the final horn sounds!

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10* OVER Sharks/Kings (PACIFIC DIV. TOM)

These two teams have struggled to put pucks in the net of late, but the overall situation that each finds itself in coming into this contest, combined with the numbers/trends all point to this one finally being more of a high-scoring offensive shootout. San Jose snapped a three-game slide with a 5-3 win over Anaheim in its last game and we look for it to keep that offensive momentum rolling here. The Kings snapped a two-game slide witha  2-1 home win over the Rangers. LA has seen the total go "under" in three straight, but note that the Kings have in fact seen the total go "over" the number in eight of its last 11 after playing to three or more straight "unders" in a row. This number is low, the play is indeed on the "over!" 

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10* UNDER Predators/Stars (CENTRAL DIVISION TOY)

These teams have been involved in several higher-scoring games of late, but all signs point to a much tighter and ultimately lower-scoring battle here between the Predators and Stars in our opinion. Nashville is 10-7-1-0 on the road, while Dallas is 13-7-2-0 at home. The Predators have lost two of their last three after a 5-3 setback at home to the lowly Ducks last time out. Note though that the Predators have in fact seen the total go "under" the number in eight of their last 12 after playing to three or more straight "overs" in a row. Dallas has won two of its last three. It's seen the total go "over" the number in six of its last seven after a 7-2 victory over the Wild here last time out. Note though that the Stars play with revenge here after falling 4-3 here to the Predators at the start of the month (and that's significant to note, because Dallas has in fact seen the total go "under" the number in eight of its last 11 in trying to avenge a divsional home loss as a favorite.) This number is high, the play is the "under!" 

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10* UNDER Avs/Stars (CENTRAL DIVISION TOY)

Both teams have been playing to several higher-scoring games of late, but everything finally points to a much tighter and lower-scoring defensive battle in this one in our opinion. Colorado is coming off three straight wins and it's off a 5-4 OT win over the Islanders. The Avs could have their hands full here though with Dallas, who plays with revenge after a 6-3 loss here in mid November to the Avs. Note though that Dallas has seen the total go "under" the number in eight of its last 11 in trying to avenge a divisional home loss as a favorite vs. an opponent. Everything points to a much tighter and lower-scoring defensive battle; the play is the "under!" 

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10* UNDER Leafs/Sabres (10* Atlantic DIV GOY)

Both teams have been involved in several higher-scoring games of late, but we're expecting a much tighter and ultimately lower-scoring battle here finally in Buffalo between these Atlantic division rivals. Toronto has seen the total go "over" the number in five straight, which is signficant for us to take note of, because the Leafs have in fact seen the total go "under" the number in seven of their last ten after playing to five or more straight "overs" in a row. Toronto also plays with revenge here afer a 6-4 home loss to the Sabres back in early November, which is also important for us to take note of here because the Leafs have seen the total go "under" the number in three of their last four in trying to avenge a divisional road loss vs. an opponent. Off a 9-4 home loss to Columbus last time out and off B2B losses in a row, we can expect Buffalo to double down on the defensive end here. The overall situation combined with the numbers/trends all point to a lower-scoring "under!" 

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10* UNDER Sens/Stars (BOB)

Both teams have been involved in several higher-scoring games of late, but we're anticipating more of a defensive affair here finally between these non-conference clubs on Friday night. Ottawa is just 11-13 and off back-to-back losses, including a 4-2 setback at St. Louis just last night. The Sens have played to five straight "overs," but that's significant for us to take note of as Ottawa has in fact seen the total go "under" the number in eight of its last 11 after playing to five or more straight OVERS in a row. Dallas has had a few nights off after a 6-3 win over Detroit, but with a game at St. Louis tomorrow night, the home side could also be caught "looking ahead" here. Either way you cut it, the overall situation, combined with the trends/numbers all do indeed point to a very defensive affair in this one; the play is the "under!" 

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10* OVER Knights/Blues (WEST-CONF NON-DIV TOY)

This one sets up really well to be a high-scoring affair from a situational stand-point. The defending champs are 16-5-4-1 overall, including 7-3-2-1 on the road. They come to St. Louis off a 2-1 OT home loss to these very Blues on Monday night. Now the venue shifts and the Golden Knights are playing with revenge and we think we're going to see a completely different pace to this rematch, one that flies well "over" the number once it's all said and done. For one, the Knights have actually seen the total go "over" the number in eight of their last ten in trying to avenge a home loss as a favorite vs. an opponent. St. Louis is 13-10-0-1, including 7-3 at home, so the Blues definitely already play better at home anyways. This one is just a common sense play for us; as primarily situational handicappers, the rematch here sets up to be a much more wide-open game, and because of that we're banking on this total flying "over" the number sooner, rather than later!

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10* Kings/Jackets OVER (NON-CONF TOM)

Both teams have been involved in several lower-scoring games, but we're expecting this non-conference contest to be less intense defensively, and therefore we're predicting that this total eclipses the posted number sooner, rather than later. The Kings are 14-4-1-2, including 9-0 on the road, while Columbus is 8-14-3-1 overal, including 6-7-1-0 at home. LA has seen the total go "under" in three straight after its most recent 4-1 win at Colorado, while Columbus has seen the total go "undeR' in three straight as well after its most recent 3-1 loss at Boston. With each team though now pushing the pace like we're expecting, all signs point to this total flying well "over" the number once it's all said and done!

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10* OVER Capitals/Kings (NON-CONF TOW)

These two teams have been involved in several lower-scoring games of late, but we're finally expecting a faster-paced affair here in this non-conference contest, one that eclipses the posted number sooner, rather than later. Washington is off B2B losses, falling 5-0 at home to Edmonton, and then 2-1 at San Jose two nights ago (note though that the Caps have seen the total go OVER the number in eight of their last 11 after a road loss as -225 or higher favorites. LA has won five straight. it's seen the total go "under" in five of its last six. It's off the 4-0 home win here three nights ago over the Habs and they come in well-rested. Expect this faster-paced affair to fly "over" the number sooner, rather than later!

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10* UNDER Sharks/Canucks (TOW)

Both teams have been involved in several higher-scoring games of late, including a 10-1 win Vancouver had over San Jose earlier in the season, but all signs finally point to more of a defensive affair here on the West Coast of Canada on Monday in our opinion finally. San Jose broke a three-game slide with a 5-1 win over St. Louis last time out. Note though that the Sharks have seen the total go "under" the number in three of their last four in trying to avenge a home loss vs. an opponent. Vancouver has now dropped two straight, so it'll be eager to get back to its winning ways. It's seen the total go "over" the number in five straight, but note that the Canucks have in fact seen the total go "under" the number in eight of their last 12 after playing to five or more straight "overs" in a row; this number is high, the play is the "under!" 

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10* OVER Sabres/Hawks (NON-CONF TOW)

Both teams have been involved in several lower-scoring games of late, but we're expecting those trends to end this evening. We like betting on motivated teams when we're betting "overs," and that's the case here for these non-conference sides. Buffalo is just 7-9-1-0 this year, while Chicago is 5-10-0-0. The Sabres will be desperate to snap a three-game slide, but note that Buffalo has in fact seen the total go "over" the number in eight of its last 11 after three or more straight losses in a row. With each team pushing the pace of this one like we anticipate, all signs point to this total flying "over" the number sooner, rather than later!

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10* OVER Knights/Flyers (NON-CONF TOM)

We primarily based our Over/Under picks (in EVERY major sport!), on "situations." Here's a great situational play in our opinion. Neither team has been involved in many high-scoring games of late, but we're expecting those trends to end this afternoon. Vegas came from behind to knock off Montreal on the road by a score of 6-5 and we expect that offensive momentum to get carried over here (previous to that the Knights had seen the total go "under" in four straight.) The Flyers have seen the total go "under" in seven of their last eight after a 3-1 road win at Carolina, but with the visitors pushing the pace of this one like we expect, we're looking for this total to indeed eclipse the posted number as the game comes down the stretch of this non-conference contest; the play is the "over!" 

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10* UNDER Leafs/Wings (SPECIAL)

Both teams have been involved in several higher-scoring games of late, but we're finally expecting more of a defensive affair here finally. Detroit's off a 5-4 OT loss to Ottawa just last night and we expect it to be fatigued here and to double down on the defensive end. Toronto has now seen the total go "over" the number in five straight after a 5-2 win over Vancouver, but note that the Leafs have in fact seen the total go "under" in eight of their last 11 after playing to five or more straight "overs" in a row. This number is high, the play is the "under!" 

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10* Coyotes/Jackets UNDER (ASSASSIN)

Here's a great situational play. These teams have been involved in several higher-scoring games of late, but we're expecting those trends to end on Thursday night. Arizona is 7-6-2-0, while Columbus is 4-8-3-1. The Blue Jackets have lost six straight and they've seen the total go "over" in five straight. But note that Columbus has seen the total go "under" the number in eight of its last 12 after playing to five or more straight "overs" in a row. Arizona is 7-6 and over its last five games it's been trading wins with losses. Off a 4-3 OT loss at Dallas, expect the visitors to double-down on the defensive end in this rare road favorable matchup; this number is high, the play is the "under!"

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10* OVER Kraken/Oilers (BOB)

The NHL season has been interesting so far with a few surprises here and there. One of those surprises has been one of these two teams, nd that's the Oilers. Edmonton was predicted by many to take a BIG step forward this year, but so far that hasn't been the case as the Oilers are just 4-9-1-0. But that said, they're coming off two straight wins. The bottom line here is that Edmonton can't afford to look past anyone. It can't afford to take the foot off the gas, as it has to keep the pedal to the metal for a while here to get back on track. And so here's a favorable home matchup which we expect them to try and take advantage of. Seattle has always been a surprise to us, another expansion team that's burst onto the scene and enjoyed a lot of early success. Last year Seattle was great on the road, but this season maybe the Kraken are taking a step back as they've now lost four of their last five most recently falling 5-1 to Colorado at home. And in the game previous to that the Kraken lost 4-1 to these very Oilers (note though that Seattle has in fact seen the total go "over" the number in seven of its last ten in trying to avenge a home loss as an underdog vs. an opponent.) These two motivated teams open things up offensively on Wednesday night in our opinion; this number is low, the play is indeed on the "over!" 

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10* OVER Knights/Capitals (BLOOD-BATH)

Both teams have been involved in several lower-scoring games of late, but we're expecting more of an offensive outburst here in the Nation's capital on Tuesday night. After back-to-back regulation losses, the Knights bounced back wth a 5-0 win over the Sharks last time out. They've seen the total go "under" in three straight, but note that the defending champs have in fact seen the total go "over" the number in three of their last four after playing to three or more straight "unders" in a row. After a slow start the Capitals have been playing a lot better, as they're 7-4-2 overall and off B2B victories. With each team pushing the pace like we expect, all signs point to this one eclipsing the posted number as the game comes down the stretch; the play is the "over!" 

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10* UNDER Avs/Kraken (TOW)

After losing three of their last four, including two straight, while also seeing the total go "over" the number in four straight, we're expecting the 8-5 Avs to double down on the defensive end this evening. Note, despite losing 8-2 to the Blues at home last time out, Colorado has still seen the total go "under" the number eight of its last 11 after playing to three or more straight "overs" in a row. Seattle is 5-7 and it's lost three of its last four as well. They've seen the total go "over" in three of their last four, but they fell 4-1 to the Oilers last time out; all signs point to a similar final combined score here as well between these two hungry sides; this number is high, the play is indeed on the "under!" 

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10* UNDER (BLOOD-BATH)

When we bet "totals" (in all major sports), we're always looking for great "situations," and this one fall directly into that category. Both teams have been playing to several higher-scoring games of late, but everything finally points to more of a defensive affair here between these clubs on Saturday afternoon in our opinion. Dallas is 8-3-0-1, including 5-1-0-1 on the road. The Stars are off a 5-3 win at Columbus. Winnipeg is 7-4 and it's won three straight. The Jets have also seen the total go "over" the number in four straight. Note though that Winnipeg has in fact seen the total go "under" the number in five of its last six after three or more straight victories in a row; this number is a little high, the play is the "under!" 

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10* OVER Flyers/Ducks (NON-CONF TOW)

These teams have been involved in several lower-scoring games of late, but we're finally expecting some offensive fireworks here on Friday. Philadelphia is 5-7-1-0, while Anaheim is 7-5-0-0. The Ducks have seen the total go "under" in two straight after a 2-0 loss to Pittsburgh last time out. Note though that the Ducks have seen the total go "over" the number in eight of their last 12 off a shutout home loss in their previous outing. The Flyers are off B2B losses including a humbling 2-1 loss at San Jose last time out. Note though that Philly has seen the total go "over" the number in five of its last six after playing to three or more straight "unders" in a row. Look for this non-conference contest to be less intense defensively, and much more wide-open offensively; this number is low, the play is indeed on the "over!" 

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10* UNDER Knights/Ducks (ULTIMATE)

These teams are red hot. The Knights have yet to lose in regulation and the Ducks have won five in a row. Note though that Anaheim has seen the total go "under" the number in eight of its last 12 after five or more straight victories in a row. Each team has enjoyed a combination of great offense, combined with great defensive play. Here though we're anticipating more of a "war of attrition" between these two surging clubs, and because of that, all signs point to this one staying well "under" the number once it's all said and done on what we feel is a great "situational" play!

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10* UNDER Stars/Nucks (BEST OF BEST)

Both teams have been playing to some higher-scoring games of late, but we're finally anticipting more of a defensive battle between these Western Conference opponents. Dallas is 7-1-0-1, while Vancouver is 7-2-1-0. Will be an exciting game between Western Conference leaders, but an intesne defensive battle in our estimation. Dallas has seen the total go "over" in three straight after B2B 4-3 road wins at Calgary and Edmonton, but note that the Stars have seen the total go "under" the number in five of their last seven after playing to three or more straight "overs" in a row. After this Dallas returns home for a big game vs. the Bruins, so the visitors will have to be careful to not get caught "looking ahead." Vancouver is off a ridiculous 10-1 win over the Sharks and has has seen the total go "over" the number in three straight now; that's also important to point out here as the Nucks have seen the total go "under" in three of their last four after playing to three or more straight "overs" in a row; it's a great situational play on the "under!" 

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10* UNDER Devils/Blues (NON-CONF TOY)

The Devils are 6-2-0-1 and they've seen the total go "over" the number in all nine games so far. St. Louis is 3-4-0-1 and it's seen the total go 1-6-1 to the "under." These two teams come in on completely opposite spectrums as far as their O/U stats are concerned, meaning that the location of the venue becomes crucial in determining whether this one will go Over or Under the total in our opinion. NJ has played to higher-scoring games whether at home or on the road, but because this one is being played in St. Louis, we're fully expecting the home side to set the pace tonight. This number is a little high, the play is the "under!" 

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10* UNDER Sabres/Devils (EAST-CONF TOY)

Both teams have played to several higher-scoring games to open the season, but we say those trends come to an end here in what we anticipate will be a very defensive and ultimately lower-scoring affair once it's all said and done. New Jersey isn 3-2-0-1 overall, while Buffalo is 3-4. The Devils have seen the total go "over" the number in every game they've played so far this season, including in their most recent 6-4 home loss to Washington as a -225 favorite. Note though that New Jersey has seen the total go "under" the number in eight of its last 12 off an upset home loss as a -200 or greater favorite in its previous outing. Buffalo got back in the win column with a 6-4 road victory at Ottawa. If we simply looked at offensive and defensive numbers for these teams, then 90% of the public would just add it up and be on the "over" in this one, and that's what the bookmakers are now counting on. But the overall situation, combined with the trends tell the real story. This number is high, the play is the "under!"

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10* UNDER Sens/Isles (EAST-CONF TOW)

Both teams have been playing to several higher-scoring games of late, but we're expecting a much tighter defensive battle finally here on Long Island. Ottawa is 3-3 and so far it's seen the total go "over" the number in every game but one, which "pushed." The Islanders are 2-2-1, but they come in having lost three straight. Most recently it was a 7-4 home setback to the Avalanche. Note that NY has seen the total go "under" the number in eight of its last 11 after three or more losses in a row. Note that all three games between these clubs went "under" the number last season, as they combined for just 14 goals over that span. Both teams were ranked well defensively last year and we think we'll see that play out in this contest tonight; this number is high, the play is indeed on the "under!" 

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10* OVER Knights/Jets (WEST-CONF TOM)

Las Vegas is 4-0, and it's seen the total go "under" in all four games. Winnipeg is 1-2, and after its first two games went "over" the number, it's coming off its first "under" of the season in a 5-1 setback here to the Kings two nights ago. Note though that the Jets have seen the total go "over" the number in eight of their last 12 off an upset home loss. Additionally note that the Knights have seen the total go "over" the number in five of their last seven still after playing to three or more straight "unders" in a row. We absolutely respect Adin Hill and Connor Hellebuyck, but the overall situation finally points to a wide-open "goal-fest" in our opinion; this number is low, the play is the "over!"

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8* OVER Flames/Sabres (GOAL-FEST)

Both teams have gotten out to slow starts, and each will be hungry to kick start its offense into high-gear because of it. We like betting on highly-motivated teams when we're betting on "overs." Calgary is 1-1-0-1 after a 3-2 shootout loss in the Nation's capital three nights ago, while Buffalo is 1-2 after a 3-2 OT win over the Lighting here two nights ago. All three games of Buffalo's have gone "under" to open the year, but note that the Sabres have seen the total go "over" the number in seven of their last ten after playing to three or more straight "unders" in a row. These two teams were expected to be among the best offensive clubs in the league and while each has gotten out to a slow start offensively to begin the season, all signs finally point to a wide-open shootout in this non-conference affair in our opinion; this total flys "over" the number sooner, rather than later!

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