Washington CAPITALS vs New Jersey DEVILS

I hope everyone had a very merry Christmas! Today we prepare to go headlong into the upcoming Winter Olympics. There are 13 games slated for tonight in the NHL. Our game tonight takes us to the New Jersey home of DEVILS. The WASHINGTON CAPTALS are in town and will try to get back on track this evening. This is a really odd matchup. In this head-to-head series the road team always seems to win. The DEVILS have won 5 straight in Washington and the CAPS have won 5 straight in New Jersey. It is also a fact that the CAPS have lost 6 of their last 7.

Today’s PICK — Washington CAPITALS EVEN $$$ — WIN

Philadelphia FLYERS vs Chicago BLACK HAWKS

Tonight, we have a nearly full slate of games. As we head into the Christmas break, we have 13 games on tap. Our game this evening has the Chicago BLACK HAWKS welcoming in the Philadelphia FLYERS in United Center in CHI Town. The BLACK HAWKS have been reeling since they lost Connor Bedard's services to injury. The HAWKS have lost 8 of their last 10 games. Philly has been inconsistent as of late but should be able to take down a struggling BLACK HAWK team.

Today’s PICK — Philadelphia FLYERS -120 — WIN

Vancouver CANUCKS vs Philadelphia FLYERS

It is three days before Christmas, and we have only 4 games slated for tonight. Our game appropriately takes us to “the city of brotherly love”. The Philadelphia FLYERS are welcoming in the Vancouver CANUCKS. Vancouver has won 4 games in a row and ALL of them have been on the road. Philadelphia has won 1 of their last 6 games and need to tighten up their defense. The hot hand right now belongs to the CANUCKS, especially away from home.

Today’s PICK — Vancouver CANUCKS +115 — LOSS

Ottawa SENATORS vs Boston BRUINS

Today is an unusually busy day in the NHL. There are 9 games slated throughout the day. Our game takes us to “Beantown” this evening. The BRUINS welcome in the Ottawa SENATORS into TD Garden for tonight’s tilt. These 2 teams have matched up well for the last couple of seasons. Ottawa has a slightly better record on the road than at home. Boston has lost 3 of their last 4 games and needs to find their game again. TD Garden has been friendly to them.

Today’s PICK — Boston BRUINS +118 — LOSS

Carolina HURRICANES vs Tampa Bay LIGHTNING

Today we have a nearly full slate of games throughout the day. Our game takes us to Tampa, FLA. The LIGHTNING are host the dreaded and feared Carolina HURRICANES. Tampa Bay has had their troubles on home ice. The LIGHTNING have lost 7 of their last 9 games and are having trouble finding the back of the net. Carolina is smarting from a SO loss last night vs the PANTHERS. They will be ready.

Today’s PICK — Carolina HURRICANES -105 — LOSS

Carolina HURRICANES vs Florida PANTHERS

We have a relatively light evening o hockey tonight. Our game this evening takes us to the Southern Florida home of the PANTHERS. Both of these teams have been hotter than hades. Carolina has won 6 of their last 7 games. Florida has won 6 of 7 games. Most of the time the PANTHERS control their home barn. Look for Florida’s success on home ice to continue.

Today’s PICK — Florida PANTHERS +115 — WIN

Minnesota WILD vs Columbus BLUE JACKETS

There are 10 games on tap this evening in the NHL. Tonight’s game takes us to Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. The BLUE JACKETS are hosting the Minnesota WILD. The WILD come into tonight winners of 5 straight games. Their defense has been on top of their game and with the acquisition of Quinn Hughes forgetabout it. Columbus has been floundering this season and has lost 5 of their last 6 games.

Today’s PICK — Minnesota WILD -120 — WIN

Utah MAMOTH vs Detroit RED WINGS

We have 5 games slated for this evening. Our game takes us to Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. The RED WINGS are hosting the Utah MAMMOTH to the Dough Joe in Motown. After tons of optimism to start the season, the MAMMOTH have come back down to earth. Detroit has won 5 of their last 6 games and is finding success at Little Caesars Arena. Detroit could return to the playoffs this season.

Today’s PICK — Detroit RED WINGS -125 — LOSS

Utah MAMMOTH vs Boston BRUINS

Tonight, we have 10 games slated in the NHL. Our game takes us to the New England home of the Boston BRUINS. The Utah MAMMOTH are in town looking for a win. After winning four in a row the BRUINS lost in big way to Minnesota. Utah has been inconsistent at best this season. Boston will bounce back this evening at TD Garden in Beantown.

Today’s PICKS — Boston BRUINS -105 — WIN

Florida PANTHERS vs Tampa Bay LIGHTNING

There are 5 games this evening in the NHL. Our game tonight has the TAMPA Bay LIGHTNING hosting the Florida PANTHERS. These 2 longtime rivals have mostly traded wins/losses in each other's barn. The PANTHERS have won 4 of their last 5 IN Tampa Bay. The LIGHTNING are returning home from a 4-game road swing. Florida has won 3 of their last 4 roadies.

Today’s PICK — Florida PANTHERS +115 — WIN

Utah MAMMOTH vs Pittsburgh PENGUINS

We have 6 games today in the NHL. Our game takes us to PPG Paints Center in Pittsburgh. The PENS are going to try to rebound today versus the MAMMOTH. Did you see that game yesterday vs San Jose? The PENS dominated most of the game only to give up 4 unanswered goals in the last 13 minutes and ultimately lose in OT. The PENS are likely to be rather sour today in the Burgh and need desperately to make a statement.

Today’s PICK — Pittsburgh PENGUINS +115 — LOSS

Edmonton OILERS vs Toronto MAPLE LEAFS

There is nearly a full slate of games today throughout the NHL. There are 13 games on tap. Our game takes us to Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. The MAPLE LEAFS are hosting the Edmonton OILERS in some Canadian-on-Canadian action. This will be an interesting game. Normally Toronto wins on home ice but are coming off a loss to San Jose in OT. Edmonton has been a model of inconsistency and should not be favored here.

Today’s PICK — Toronto MAPLE LEAFS +118 — LOSS

Seattle KRAKEN vs Utah MAMMOTH

There are only 2 games on tap tonight. Tonight, there are no good bets on the table this evening. Our game takes us to the Salt Lake City home of the Utah MAMMOTH. This head-to-head only has a history of 3 games. Seattle has won 2 of them. Before winning Wednesday the KRAKEN had lost 6 straight games. Utah is not much better with 2 wins in their last 5. Utah has the edge by virtue of being the home team IN Salt Lake.

Today’s PICK — Utah MAMMOTH -178 — WIN

Dallas STARS vs Minnesota WILD

There is nearly a full slate of games this evening. There are 13 games on tonight’s schedule. Our game takes us to Xcel Energy Center, the home of the Minnesota WILD. The streaking Dallas STARS are in town this evening. Dallas has been a machine on the road. They are carrying a 11-1-4 record into tonight's game in Minnesota. Over the last couple of years, the WILD have had their trouble knocking off the STARS. That is likely to continue this evening.

Today’s PICK — Dallas STARS -140. — LOSS

New York RANGERS vs Chicago BLACK HAWKS

Tonight, we have a light schedule on tap in the NHL. There are only 4 games slated for this evening. Our game takes us to the windy city of Chicago where the BLACK HAWKS are hosting the dreaded and feared New York RANGERS. The RANGERS take their lustrous road record into Chicago this evening. They are 12-4-1 away from home. Chicago has played mostly .500 hockey this season and will be challenged this evening at United Center. Overall, the HAWKS have only won 2 of their last 10.

Today’s PICK — New York RANGERS -140 — LOSS

Boston BRUINS vs St. Louis BLUES

They are 10 games on tap this evening in the NHL. Out game tonight takes us to the Gateway City of St. Louis. The BLUES are hosting the Boston BRUINS. Boston hits the bricks again tonight where success has not been a virtue. They are 6-8-0 on the road. Lucky for them they are playing a BLUES team that has struggled on home ice. The last time the BLUES beat the BRUINS in St. Louis was in 2019.

Today’s PICK — Boston BRUINS +122 — WIN

Tampa Bay LIGHTNING vs Toronto MAPLE LEAFS

There are only 5 games slated for this evening. Tonight, our game takes us to Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. The MAPLE LEAFS are hosting the dreaded and feared Tampa Bay LIGHTNING. Tampa Bay comes into tonight a little banged up. They have also lost 3 in a row after an extended winning streak of 7 games. The LEAFS have won 4 of their last 6 and has won 7 of their last 9 vs Tampa. The line on this game has Tampa somehow favored…. Hmmm, is there something up?

Today’s PICK — Toronto MAPLE LEAFS EVEN — WiN

New York ISLANDERS vs Florida PANTHERS

There are 8 games today on a rather busy Sunday in the NHL. Today’s game takes us to the southern Florida home of the PANTHERS. Tonight, is the 2nd game of the ISLANDER Florida road swing. Florida was able to come back and win in OT over Columbus last night. The ISLANDERS have knocked off 2 straight powerhouse teams and are looking for more. Florida, because of the injury bug, are having their troubles. They have won 1 of their last 5 games.

Today’s PICK — New York ISLANDERS +140 — LOSS

Montreal CANADIENS vs Toronto MAPLE LEAFS

Today, there are 12 games slated in the NHL. Our game tonight features an Original 6 matchup in Toronto. The MAPLE LEAFS are hosting the Montreal CANADIENS. Tonight, the Toronto MAPLE LEAFS will be challenged by an upstart Montreal CANADIEN team. Montreal's best game is on the road this season. Still, the LEAFS have dominated them for a number of years. The last time the HABS won in Toronto was in 2021.

Today’s PICK — Toronto MAPLE LEAFS -135 — LOSS

Vegas GOLDEN KNIGHTS vs New Jersey DEVILS

There are 5 games going off this evening in the NHL. Our game takes us to Prudential Center in New Jersey. The DEVILS are welcoming in the Vegas GOLDEN KNIGHTS. The VGK have only won 3 games in a row once this season. The DEVILS have won 3 of their last 9 games with 3 straight losses on home ice. The KNIGHTS are no longer on top of the Pacific and will be desperate for the 2 points. For them is more than just another road game.

Today=s PICK — Vegas GOLDEN KNIGHTS -125 — WIN