All five games in the Stanley Cup /finals have eclipsed the Total, and no matter how well the goalies of played 7 or more goals combined have been scored in those games. Im betting nothing changes tonight, as both these tremendous offenses tee of on each other in a key elimination tilt. Edmonton in away or neutral games against good possession teams-averaging 3+ more shots on goal than opp are 10-2 OVER L/12 .

Play on the over

All 4 games in this series between these two teams in the Stanley Cup finals have seen at least 7 combined goals scored . No matter how well these goalies have played the tremendous talent on offense has found ways to score and Im betting nothing changes tonight. 

Edmonton home games in the Stanley Cup finals are 6-0 since last seasons with a combined average of 8.8 gpg scored.

NHL Road teams where the total is 6 or more - after scoring 3 goals or more in 4 straight games against opponent after playing 2 straight games where 7 or more total goals were scored are 196-129 OVER for a 60% conversion rate for bettors.

Play on the OVER

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

Play on the Oilers to win

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

Play on Florida to win

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

Play on the Stars 

Florida has dominated in this seasons playoffs. They have scored five goals or more in four consecutive playoff games and have scored six goals or more in  five times in the play offs. Their (+28) goal differential is a story of a over powering Stanley cup defending side. Meanwhile, Carolina has now lost 15 straight 3rd round games and have scored just four goals in the first three games of the series  and really dont look like viable bets against a experienced post season team that is brutally efficient when putting teams away. 

Play on the Panthers -1.5 puckline 

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

Play on the Panthers .

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

Play on Stars to win 

There have been more goals than expected early on this series, but the Kings know to win this series they  need to slow down their opponents with their usually tough D., especially here on the road in Edmonton The Kings allowed the second-fewest goals per game  at (2.48) this season and fewest expected goals per 60 minutes at 5-on-5. On the flispide , Oilers allowed a solid  2.87  and the ninth-fewest xGA/60. Im betting this game sees the beginning of a tighter type of play off hockey as both  two teams are more than likely to exhibit D first mentalities going forward.  LAK off a home blowout win by 3 goals or more have gone under in 12 of 17 overall. LAK in a road game where where the total is 6 or more have gone under in 8 of 11. Oilers against good defensive teams - opponents average 26.5 or better shots on goal have gone under in 9 of their L/12.

Play under

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

Play on the Blues

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

Play on the Blues to win

The Wild have lost the last five meetings to Vegas dating back to last season with the two most recent meetings by multiple goals.  Rinse and repeat on board in game 1 of this series.

Play on Golden Knights -1.5

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

Play on St.Louis Blues to win 

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

Play on the Habs to win 

Dallas is off a late collapse last time out giving up 3 late goals (final min) and losing 6-5 in OT, you can now bet on a more concerted defensive effort after that embarrassment.  Also more motivation comes from the fact that they  are    four points behind Winnipeg  for the top spot in the Central Division and desperately need a victory in regulation to have a chance at catching the Jets. Im betting this wil be like a play off style game, played tight and conservatively which projects for a lower scoring affair. 
  These teams have gone under seven straight times in bead to head battles.   The Jets have gone under in 17 of their L/21  this season when facing a division opponent.

Play under

The Flames/Sharks have played twice this season and both games went under the total .  Calgary  when going against  teams within the Pacific Division, have gone  17-4 UNDER . Im betting on another low scoring affair here tonite.

The Calgary Flames have only hit the Game Total Over in 31 of their last 82 games (-23.20 Units / -25% ROI)

Play under 

 The last seven meetings in this series between the Avs and Kings in Denver    have had a combined six goals or more. Nothing changes tonite in what should be a good old fashioned back and forth dog fight. NHL Road teams against the total - quick starting team-outscoring opp by 0.2+ goals/game in first period - 2nd half of the season, after scoring 3 goals or more in 4 straight games. are 92-47 OVER since 2021 with a combined average of 6.9 gpg scored.

Play over

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

St.Louis Blues to win 

 The Islanders have eclipsed the offered  total in five straight and a Canucks have seen a combined seven or more goals  scored in each of their L/4 games and seven of their L/8. overall. It must also be noted the last nine meetings between these two teams have had seen a combined  seven goals or more . NHL Road teams against the total - revenging a loss where opponent scored 5 or more goals, a marginal losing team (40% to 49%) playing a losing team are 59-24 OVER with a combined average of 6.8 goals per game scored since 2021.

Play over

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

Play on the Preds 

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

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

Play on Toronto to win

The Dallas Stars have put four goals or more on the board in 11 of their last 12 games. The Stars  gone Over the total in 8 straight and 11 of the last 12  games These teams have also gone over v in seven straight meetings  with every game eclipsing this totals offering.

Play over

Since the 4 nations break, 5 of Chicago’s L/6 games  have seen six goals or more, goals scored  and three of Ottawa’s L/ 4 games out of the break have seen six goals or more go on the board. Im betting on more goal scoring action here tonite.

Play on the OVER

With the Islanders season slipping away after four straight losses  Im betting on some aggressive hockey from therm tonite,.With the Bruins, missing their two top two defensemen (Charlie McAvoy and Hampus Lindholm) the Islanders should find the back of the net consistently this evening.Meanwhile, the Bruins after two straight OT losses will also be very aggressive offensively as they look to ice a game in regulation. The last six meetings have all eclipsed this offering with  (9, 9, 6, 9, 7 , 8) goals respectively  getting scored. NHL Home teams where the total is 6 or more - poor team - outscored by their opponents by 0.3+ goals/game - 2nd half of the season, after allowing 5 goals or more are 120-60 OVER since 2021 with a combined average of 7 gpg scored in those tilts.

Play on the over

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

Play on Flyers to win

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

Play on the Golden Knights

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

NY Islanders to win 

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

Play on the Minnesota Wild to win

Stars and Golden Knights in head to head match ups  have seen some fairly low scoring affairs at  T-Mobile Arena recently.. Six of the eight meetings  have seen 5 r less  combined goals scored and  seven of the L/8 have produced  six goals or less. the Stars re 21-7 UNDER off a win last time out, with a combined average of 5.3 gpg scored. 

Play under

The Blue Jackets are coming off  playing last night after a  5-1 victory at Toronto last night  . Columbus is 0-6 this season on the second half of back-to-backs and are outscored 27-6 in those loses.

Play on the Canes 

These teams are playing a grinding style of defensive hockey of late with New Jersey delivering on the under seven consecutive games and on the season  are 32-12-1 to the Under . Toronto has gone Under the total in six of their last eight trips to golden pond and and have gone silent on offense scoring just one goal in their L/2 tilts. 

Play under

 These teams have combined for six or more goals in both matchups this season and 11 of their 13 meetings overall and Im betting on a rinse and repeat situation here this evening. 

 Backup goalies are slated  tonight to start with the Jackets placing  Daniil Tarasov  between the pipes and the Flyers putting Ivan Fedotov in net. Considering the outcomes of both  meetings this season where a  combined eight and nine goals went on the board and from a long term perspective , where eight of the last 10 meetings  between these sides have seen  seven total goals or more go on the board, an over wager here makes sense.

Play over

These teams the  Lightning and Penguins are in a back-to-back situation and  and are in a  three games in four day situation as well. tired legs do not bode well for good defensive hockey and Im betting that will give us an edge with a over bet. NHL Home teams like the Penguins where the total is 6 or more - struggling team - outscored by their opponents by 0.5+ goals/game - 2nd half of the season, after allowing 5 goals or more are 93-47 OVER since 2021 with a combined average of 7.1 gpg scored.

Play over

Columbus is (28-12-1)  OVER this season. Seattle has cashed their  last three road tilts and six of their last nine, with  seven or more combined goals going on the board.

Play over

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

Play on the Leafs 

The total has gone OVER in 7 of Philadelphia's last 8 games when playing at home against Toronto.The total has gone OVER in 6 of Philadelphia's last 7 games when playing Toronto.

Thirteen of the last 17 Leafs away tilts have featured six goals or more. Nine of the last 11 games in this series  have seen seven goals or more.

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

Play on Pittsburgh 

Vegas enters this game having  won seven of their last eight games and are the No.1 ranked team in the league right now.  The Knights  have won four of their last five games by 3+ goals and get the nod again vs a Buffalo side that blew big leads last time out and lost in Colorado. Being a little tired and in a letdown spot this is not a good matchup for the Sabres.

Play on Golden Knights puckline -1.5 

The Canucks don't seem to be a well conditioned team and  have yet to win a game on the second half of back-to-backs this season losing all 3 attempts while allowing 5, 5,3 goals respectively.  The Canucks offense despite being banged up plays an aggressive game plan, and should also reciprocate with enough goals for this game to eclipse the total.Nashville beat the Canucks  back in November, scoring four goals  and then adding an empty netter in a 5-3 victory and Im betting on a similar score here this evening and a combined score that eclipses the totals offering. Rick Tocchet road games when playing their 3rd game in 4 days are 6-0 over with a combined average  7.5 gpg scored.

Play on the over

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

Play on the Wild to win. 

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

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

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

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

Five of the last six and seven of the L/10 tilts have had a combined seven goals or more scored. Nine of the last 10  meetings have had at least six combined goals. Three of the last six meetings have needed to be settled in extra time. Considering their teams inconsistencies in D, and previous confrontations vs each other, a higher scoring tilt is a viable wager. 

Play on the over 

Each of the Blackhawks' last five home games against opponents like Washington who are on the second leg of a back-to-back have gone OVER the total.All six Capitals tilts this season in the second half of the back-to-back have had a combined six goals or more . 

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

Play on the NY Rangers

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

Play on the Kraken 

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

Play on Florida ”

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

Play on Preds ml

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

Play on Bolts to win

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

Play on Montreal to win 

 Montreal’s defense and goaltending is a real concern at this point in the season.  Les  Canadien have given up four goals or more in 11 of their 16 trips to the golden pond and rank last in the league with a 4.16 GA%. Meanwhile,  Wild rank seventh in offense, averaging 3.53 goals per game and have covered the puckline in 8 of their L/10 victories and they one again matchup well here and give us an edge on a plus money winner. 

Play on Minnesota -1.5 puckline 

Eight of the last nine meetings in this series  have seen a combined nine or more goals go on the board. Concerning Pittsburgh,Tristan Jarry will get the start tonight as he gets called up from the minors. In his three games this season before going to the AHL he recorded a  1-1 record along  with a 5.47 GAA and an.836 save percentage. After getting shut out last time out, the Red Wings Im betting will be alot more aggressive and produce a decent amount of production here, with the Pens keeping pace .Mike Sullivan in home games against poor offensive teams - scoring 2.55 goals or less a game have score an average of 4.2 gpg and a combined average of 6.5 gpg. 

Play on over

Panthers explosive offense will be key here to this tilt eclipsing the total. The Panthers have gone over in 11 of 15 games so far this season.  LATE STEAM -Play over

The Pens are 0-3 as a home underdog this season, and their porous D, has been lit up for .our or more goals  in each of those pup losses and more importantly they failed  to cover the Puck Line .The Stars have won three straight and five of the last six meetings in this series  and have not allowed the Pens to score two goals or more in their last  six straight meetings.

Play on the Stars -1.5 puckline

 Austin Mathews is out for the third game in row but the Buds have played well without him the first two games winning  by a combined score of 7-1.  Montreal their long time rivals have played surprisingly good hockey at times this season , but are a side that is very inconsistent and fade material at the moment vs this type of team.  Home team favored (-200+) coming off a win like the Leafs are 16-1 this season,  and have covered the Puck Line in 11 straight. 

Play on Toronto -1.5 puckline

Florida  t has won six consecutive games and have been explosive offensively and have scored 4 or more goals in 5 of those 6 games and won a 3-1 decision in the other one. Add to that Home favorites (-200+) coming off a win are 16-1 on the moneyline this season, and  have covered the Puck Line in 11 straight events . Rinse and repeat. 

Panthers on the puckline 

The Panthers have won 5 straight games and won all 5 on the puckline. According to my projections they matchup very well vs this Preds side that has loat two straight and 4 of their L/5 . Note: NHL teams like Florida as a   home favorite -200 or more and  off a victory are  13-1 on the ML as chalk ,  and have covered the Puck Line in eight straight opportunities. Note: Preds goalie Wedgewood is expected to start tonight. He owns a  1-1 record along with a 3.30 GAA and .891 save percentage in his career against the Panthers.

Florida on the puckline -1.5 

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

Play on Red Wings to win 

The Blues have lost three straight and outscored, 15-4 and are fade material in their current form. Yes, the last time the Blues won was vs Toronto, making the Buds all that more determined to get revenge. 

Play on the Maple Leafs -1.5 

The Jets had their winning streak end last time out, but now will primed to get back in the win column vs a side that my power rankings suggest they matchup well against. Winnipeg has won three straight meetings against Detroit. and last season won both games by 3 goals. The Wings have recently not looked cohesive, losing their last two games while being  outshot 182-106 over a recent five-game span. The Jets are the type of team that can make  a down trending side like this pay a steep price , and thats what Im betting on here tonight with this puckline wager. 

Play on Winnipeg +165 puckline 

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

Play on Columbus to win 

The Avalanche now on a 5 game win streak to continue their winning way vs a  Blackhawks side that they  have had a great deal of success vs in the recent past .  Colorado has won four of the last five in this series vs Chicago with 4 of the games resulting in shutouts . The Blackhawks have lost six straight visits to  Colorado, and were shut out in 4 of those tilts. Considering how badly the  Blackhawks  offense has struggled this season , putting goals on the board here should be difficult according to my projections.  Note: The Blackhawks have scored two goals or less in six of their seven losses this season.

Avs -1.5 

The Avalanche now on a 5 game win streak to continue their winning way vs a  Blackhawks side that they  have had a great deal of success vs in the recent past .  Colorado has won four of the last five in this series vs Chicago with 4 of the games resulting in shutouts . The Blackhawks have lost six straight visits to  Colorado, and were shut out in 4 of those tilts. Considering how badly the  Blackhawks  offense has struggled this season , putting goals on the board here should be difficult according to my projections.  Note: The Blackhawks have scored two goals or less in six of their seven losses this season.

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

Play on the Avs 

The Avalanche scored four or more goals in their last six victories versus the Senators. Nine of the last 10 and 17 of the last 20 meetings have gone over the offered  total and 14 of those games have had a combined seven goals go on the scoreboard. Im projecting at least 7 goals going on the board today. 

Play over

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

Play on Philly 

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

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

Play on Carolina  

The Rangers and Panthers’ last 19 regular season meetings have had a combined six goals or more scored and my projections estimate at least 6 goals going on the board tonight. Note: PAUL MAURICE in away or neutral games after allowing 3 goals or more 4 straight games has seen a combined average of 6.4 gpg scored. (spanning a 13 game sample size)The Blueshirts have scored four or more in all six games this season, rince and repeat if your considering a over bet on a team total to go along with this game total. 

Play over

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

Play on the Capitals to win

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

Jets to win 

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

Play on the Blue Jackets to win 

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

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

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

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

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

Play on Oilers 

LATE STEAM - OVER

The Sabres were held to a single goal in each of their first three tilts but finally broke through offensively. It is however, obvious that this team is not built for explosive offensive efforts and are and will be a more defensive minded team this season, and here against a talented Pens offense will play a conservative game plan, which Im betting leads to a lower scoring affair.

Buffalo games after playing 2 consecutive home games have gone under 16 of theL/20  with a combined average of 4.9 gpg scored. 

Play under

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

Play on Columbus to win 

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

Play on the Bolts to win 

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

NY Islanders to win 

In the one game in this series played in Seattle last season the Blues won 4-3. Im betting on a similar outcome and close game here today in a score that projects to at least hit the 6 goal plateau. Saint Louis games in a road game where where the total is 5.5 have gone over 8 straight times dating back to last season with a combined average of 8.2 gpg scored. 

Play over

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

Play on Florida to win

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

Play Florida  Panthers 

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

Play on Florida to win 

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

Play on Dallas to win  

  Florida goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky has been in top form in  this series vs NYR. Bobrovsky has a record of  11-5 this postseason with a .915 SV% and 2.37 GAA and has  allowed two or fewer goals in 12 of those 16 trips to the ice. Bobrovsky also owns a  .917 SV% over the past seven meetings against the Rangers a team that has failed to get very many high chance opportunities (60 min 5x5) ranking 12th out of the 16 post season teams. Meanwhile, going into the last game the Panthers  were generating the most shots on goal, averaging about 32.8 per game, but  have has  problems converting - scoring just 2.75 goals per game thanks in great part to how well Rangers Russian super star goalie is playing ( Shesterkin). With that said, Im betting on more low scoring action as both goalies project to continue to shine. 

Play on the UNDER 

Rangers have proved they are the real deal and wont go down tonight without a fight here tonight vs a the Florida Panthers  Note: The RANGERS as PUCKLINE  UNDERDOGS FOLLOWING AN OVERTIME WIN have COVERED 19 straight times.

Play on the NY Rangers +1.5 puckline 

The first two games of this series were grinding defensive games, with both tilts staying on the low sie of the number. Dallas is not going to win this series in wide open fashion against the explosive Oilers, and Im betting on their game plan once again being very conservative and to play this  game in restrained and disciplined  transitory fashion. This Im betting leads to another lower scoring affair that fails to eclipse this total.DALLAS is 8-1 UNDER  in road games when playing against a good team (Win Pct. 60% to 75%) this season with the combined average of 4.5 gpg scored. On the fliside the Oilers can also be physical and defensive minded and Im betting the Stars will aso be bound into a very limited opportunity to score. Edmonton has not eclipsed the Total in 6 straight and have allowed 1 goal in 4 of those games. 

Play under

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

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

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

Play on Florida Panthers 

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

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

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

Play on Boston to win

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

Play on Golden Knights to win  

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

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

. Both offenses are playing extremely well ,while both goaltenders are struggling vs explosive tick tack toe play with 11 goals scored in game 1 and 9 goals scored in game 2.

Note:Kings goalie Cam Talbot,  has now allowed three or more goals in eight of his last 10 starts dating back to the regular season. Talbot has garnered a ugly .883 SV% and 3.36 GAA over that time

Oilers golatender Skinner Dating back to the regular season  owns a  1-2 record  and nasty looking  .829 SV% and 5.49 GAA. Hes backed by a D, that looks in disarray at times which is reflected in thier 12th ranled Expected Goals Against per 60 minutes (xGA/60) at 5-on-5. ( 
that points to offense that is slow or lazy in transition. 

EDMONTON is 15-4 OVER  after 2 straight games where both teams scored 3 goals or more over the last 2 seasons with a combined average of 8 gpg scored. 

Play over

Game one saw the Isles lose 3-1 with one of the goals they gave up being an empty netter. With  Carolina goaltender Frederik Andersen  making 33 saves in game one he looks like he is in a groove .Meanwhile,  Isles Im betting will struggle to score once again, while Carolina Im betting will find the sledding tough against a veteran Isles team that knows how to grind it out in play off hockey. Also the goaltending tandem of Sorokin and Varlamov are also considered to be a top tier pair of puck stoppers.

CAROLINA is 21-4 UNDER   against excellent power play teams - scoring on 19% or better  of their chances in the 2nd half of the year this season with a combined average of 5 gpg scored.

CAROLINA is 8-1 UNDER  in home games in April games over the last 2 seasons with a combined average of 4.6 gpg scored. 

The Carolina Hurricanes have hit the Game Total Under in 53 of their last 95 games (+10.20 Units / 10% ROI)

Play under

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

Play on Nashville Predators to win 

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

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

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

Play on NYI to win 

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

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

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

Play on the Pittsburgh Pens to win 

The Kings are playing great hockey right now have won 5 of their L/6, and have dominated tonights competition the Wild this season, beating them by 7-3 and 6-0 counts. Meanwhile, Minny has lost 4 of their L/6 while allowing 21 goals despite of a road win vs lowly San Jose last time out  , and things could easily roll out of control here in LA tonight  as Goalie Gustavsson is set to start. He owns a  . 898 save percentage and minus-6.0 goals saved above expected, and has lost his last three trips to the golden pond. The Kings have won by 2 goals or more in 6 of their L/8 home victories and get the nod again in this spot play situation. 

Play on the LA Kings -1.5 to win  

Chicago has allowed 4, 5,5 goals in their L/3 trips to the ice and Im betting nothing changes today vs the Carolina Canes. With nothing left to play for Im betting the Blackhawks being very loose and  aggressive offensively vs the Canes, with little tp no forechecking , and for the Canes to very likely over looking their opponents which could lead to a bigger output by the home side than the linesmakers anticipate. CHICAGO is 6-0 OVER in home games after a blowout loss by 4 goals or more in their previous game this season with a combined average of 7.2 gog scored. ( Lost to Nashville last time out by a 5-2 count)

CAROLINA is 8-1 OVER in road games after 2 straight blowout wins by 3 goals or more over the last 3 seasons with a combined average of 8.2 gpg scored. (Carolinas just beat Boston 4-1 and St.Louis 5-2)

Carolina beat Chicago 6-3 earlier this season, and a rinse repeat combined score is not out of the question)

NHL Home teams where the total is 5.5 (CHICAGO) - after allowing 4 goals or more 3 straight games against opponent after playing a game where 7 or more total goals were scored are 24-4 OVER L/5 seasons for a 86% conversion rate for bettors. 

Play over

Play over

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

Play on Ottawa to win

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

Play on the Rangers to win