Tonight we break the seal on Round 3 semi-finals of the playoffs. The Colorado AVALANCHE are welcoming in the Vegas GOLDEN KNIGHTS to Ball Arena in Denver for game 1. At this point of the playoffs several players on both teams are banged up. These 2 teams have not played each other in playoff hockey since 2021. Cale Makar is a gametime decision for the AVS while it is not known if Captain Mark Stone will play for the VGK. Vegas has to try to steal home ice this evening in Denver and with all of the variables, it is hard not to pull for the underdog here. Both of these teams have had at least 6 days to recoup from Round 2. Wear and tear is a BIG deal in playoff hockey. The VGK have played 3 more games than the AVS. The KNIGHTS will have their hands full tonight in Game 1.
Today’s PICK — Vegas GOLDEN KNIGHTS +165 — WIN