It's time for our NHL expert picks. We've only got three games on the schedule to choose from, so we're making a pick for each of those three games.
Game 1: Panthers vs Penguins
The Game: Florida Panthers vs Pittsburgh Penguins, 7:30 PM ET
| Team | Puckline | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panthers | -1.5 (+195) | O6 (+100) | -125 |
| Penguins | +1.5 (-238) | U6 (-120) | +105 |
Pick: UNDER 6 (-120)
Both of these teams like to keep the score low lately. In the Panthers' last 20 games (which is a pretty good sample size), they're 13-5-2 (65%). Meanwhile, the Penguins are 13-7 (also, 65%).
We're supposed to be getting a goalie duel between Bobrovsky and Jarry. In that 20-game sample I mentioned, Bob is averaging a .920SV% and a 2.28GAA while Jarry is getting a 0.924SV% and a 2.11GAA.
The total is going UNDER 6 tonight.
Game 2: Sharks vs Jets
The Game: San Jose Sharks vs Winnipeg Jets, 7:30 PM ET
| Team | Puckline | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharks | +1.5 (+130) | O5.5 (-120) | +330 |
| Jets | -1.5 (-155) | U5.5 (+100) | -425 |
Pick: Jets -1.5 (-155)
Winnipeg is a heavy favorite tonight at -455. This season, the Jets are 4-0 when a favorite of -250 or more. No doubt they win tonight. The question is by how much?
When the Sharks are +300 dogs or lower they've lost by two or more goals in seven of eight games.
Game 3: Wild vs Coyotes
The Game: Minnesota Wild vs Arizona Coyotes, 9:30 PM ET
| Team | Puckline | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wild | -1.5 (+200) | O6 (-105) | -122 |
| Arizona | +1.5 (-245) | U6 (-115) | +102 |
Pick: Wild ML (-122)
These teams are going in opposite directions. Arizona has lost six straight while the Wild have won six of their last eight games.
And look, as dogs, the 'Yotes are 12-26-3 on the year. I don't like the idea of the Coyotes bouncing back in this game.
