Chicago BLACK HAWKS vs San Jose SHARKS

There are 7 games on tap this Hallow’s eve. There is even an odd pick where the handicappers have the Philadelphia FLYERS favored (-145) over the St. Louis BLUES (+122). Excuse me? Our game takes us to San Jose and S-A-P Center. The SHARKS are welcoming in Conor Bedard and his Chicago BLACK HAWKS. The BLACK HAWKS have won 5 straight games versus San Jose. After 9 losses in a row the SHARKS have won their last 2 giving San Jose fans some hope for a brighter future. If any team is due to beat the HAWKS, this is it!

Today’s PICK — San Jose SHARKS +130 — WIN

Tampa Bay LIGHTNING vs Colorado AVALANCHE

There are 6 games going off this evening. Our game takes us to the home of the Colorado AVALANCHE - Ball Arena in Denver. Colorado has been extremely streaky at the start of this season. They started with 4 losses to start the season, then won 5 straight games. They are now losers of 1 once again. Tampa is inconsistent on the on the road. The AVS should win here.

Today’s PICK — Colorado AVALANCHE -110 — LOSS

New York RANGERS vs Washington CAPITALS

There are 7 games to choose from this evening. Our game takes us to our nation’s capital. The Washington CAPITALS are welcoming in the New York RANGERS to Capital One Arena. Both of these teams are playing well at this point of the season. After winning 5 in a row, the CAPS lost Saturday to Tampa. Head-to-head the RANGERS have dominated the CAPITOLS and are riding a 5-game winning streak against them. The BLUE SHIRTS will try to maintain New York’s dominance in the sporting world…

Today’s PICK — New York RANGERS -155 — LOSS

Carolina HURRICANES vs Vancouver CANUCKS

Tonight, is an unusually busy Monday night in the NHL. There are 9 games on the docket this evening. Our game takes us to the beautiful city of Vancouver, the crown jewel of the Canadian west coast. The CANUCKS are hosting the dreaded and feared Carolina HURRICANES. Over the years the HURRICANES and CANUCKS have played very close games. Both teams are playing well at this point. With that in mind I like Vancouver on home ice.

Today’s PICK — Vancouver CANUCKS +115 — LOSS

Ottawa SENATORS vs Colorado AVALANCHE

With a day mostly dedicated to football, there are only 4 games on tap in the NHL. Our game tonight takes us to the “mile high city” - Denver, Colorado. The AVALANCHE are welcoming in the Ottawa SENATORS in Ball Arena. Ottawa has not won in Denver in at least 6 years. The SENS jumped out into the lead over Vegas, before being beaten Friday. After a rough start, the AVS are finding their game and have won 4 in a row.

Today’s PICK — Colorado AVALANCHE -170 — WIN

Florida PANTHERS vs New York ISLANDERS

We have a very busy day of hockey this Saturday. There are 14 games on the docket throughout the day. Our game today takes us to the Elmont, NY home of the New York ISLANDERS - UBS Arena. Even though the PANTHERS have not dominated like last season yet, they have been really solid on the road with 3 straight road wins. With a win last night, the ISLES have been alternating wins/losses. I like Florida's chances here.

Today’s PICK — Florida PANTHERS -140 — WIN

New York ISLANDERS vs New Jersey DEVILS

There are 4 games today on a relatively quiet Friday night. Our game takes us to Prudential Center in New Jersey. The DEVILS are hosting the New York ISLANDERS. After a quick start to the season, the DEVILS have started to struggle. They have lost 4 of their last 5, including 3 in a row. The ISLANDERS have come out of the gate with 2 wins and 4 losses. Scoring has been difficult for the ISLES.

Today’s PICK — New Jersey DEVILS -120 — LOSS

Dallas STARS vs Boston BRUINS

There are 9 games on the docket this evening. Many of the games are quite challenging. Our game this evening takes us to TD Garden in Boston. The BRUINS are hosting the Dallas STARS. Dallas has never had a lot of success versus Boston. In their last 10 games vs Boston they have only won 2 of them. After winning their 1st 4 games, Dallas has won 1 of their last 3. Boston has yet to find their own game which is heavy on defense.

Today’s PICK — Boston BRUINS EVEN — LOSS

Philadelphia FLYERS vs Washington CAPITALS

Afte a full slate of games yesterday there is a single game on slated for today. After playing last night in Philadelphia these 2 teams faceoff again in the nation’s capital. In this series the head-to-head matchups have been very streaky. After winning their 1st game of the season the FLYERS have lost their last 5. The CAPS have won 4 in a row. This is the 2nd game of back-to-backs, and the CAPS should win it - again…

Today’s PICK — Washington CAPITALS -140. — WIN

Pittsburgh PENGUINS vs Calgary FLAMES

There is a FULL slate of games this evening. There are 16 games on tap this evening. Non-stop action! Our game tonight takes us to the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, Alberta. The Pittsburgh PENGUINS are in town to take on a vastly improved FLAMES. Pittsburgh has been a shadow of their former selves this season. Their top stars are getting long on the tooth and are not performing up to expectations. Calgary has played very well to start the season and should win this evening and should be rewarded.

Today’s PICK — Calgary FLAMES -120 — WIN

Tampa Bay LIGHTNING vs Toronto MAPLE LEAFS

Tonight, we have a single game being played. Our game this evening takes us north of the border to Canada. The Toronto MAPLE LEAFS are welcoming in the Tampa Bay LIGHTNING into Scotiabank Arena. Both of these teams lost Saturday night. Over their last 10 games Toronto holds a 6-4 advantage. Although Tampa Bay can score, Toronto's defense has been performing well. Leaning Toronto, but really like the UNDER here.

Today’s PICK — UNDER 6.5 — LOSS

Tampa Bay LIGHTNING vs Toronto MAPLE LEAFS

Tonight. we have a single game going off in the NHL. O

Los Angeles KINGS vs Anaheim DUCKS

Today we have 3 games on tap this busy football Sunday. All of the games are fraught with danger. With the exception of Colorado likely pounding San Jose, the other 2 games could be interesting. Our game takes us to southern California. The DUCKS are hosting the Los Angeles KINGS in another edition of the “freeway series”. After 2 years of losses to Los Angeles the DUCKS finally won a game vs the KINGS last season. Tonight is LA's 6th straight road game to start the season, and life has not been good. Anaheim could win tonight at the Pond.

Today’s PICK — Anaheim DUCKS +150 — LOSS

Calgary FLAMES vs Seattle KRAKEN

There is nearly a full slate of games throughout the day in the NHL. Our game is being played this evening at Climate Pledge Arena in the Emerald City of Seattle. The KRAKEN are welcoming in the Calgary FLAMES. Calgary has won 5 games in a row IN Seattle. Seattle's only victories over Calgary have come in Calgary. The FLAMES have won their first 4 games of the season and look to make that 5 straight wins to open the season.

Today’s PICK — Calgary FLAMES +126 — LOSS

Carolina HURRICANES vs Pittsburgh PENGUINS

Sooner or later the cream will rise to the top. Right now, nothing is certain as chaos reigns supreme. As we move forward trends will become apparent. Our game this evening takes us to the “Steel City”. The Carolina HURRICANES are in town to take on the PENGUINS. With Carolina we have a small sample of games to call upon. They have played only 2 games. When you look at Pittsburgh, they usually beat lesser teams. Both of their losses came to Toronto and the NY Rangers. Even on the road, Carolina looks solid.

Today’s PICK — Caroling HURRICANES -145 — WIN

New Jersey DEVILS vs Ottawa SENATORS

There are 11 big games this evening. All of them are not as obvious as they appear. In fact, anything can happen at this level. Teams are just so evenly matched. Our game tonight takes us to the Canadian capital of Ottawa. The SENATORS are hosting the New Jersey DEVILS for what should be an entertaining matchup. Ottawa is off to a good start winning 2 of their 3 games. Both of those wins were home games. The DEVILS are off to a GREAT start winning 4 of their 6 games. Historically New Jersey has played well in Ottawa.

Today’s PICK — New Jersey DEVILS -125 — WIN

UTAH Hockey Club vs Anaheim DUCKS

Tonight, we have 4 games schedule on a rather quiet evening. Hopefully, we will find out mojo at some point. Our game tonight takes to the southern California city of Anaheim. The DUCKS are hosting the UTAH Hockey Club. One of these days the UHC most likely will get a moniker, until then, we will struggle with this soccer-like name. There is not a large sample of games for the DUCKS. They have only played 2 games. Utah looks to have high expectations as they have won 3 of their first 4. Goalie Connor Ingram will likely be between the pipes for UTAH and that's a good thing.

Today’s PICK — Utah Hockey Club -130 — LOSS

Minnesota WILD vs St. Louis BLUES

There are 9 games slated for tonight in the NHL. Remember, it is still early in the season, and we are still waiting for things to shake out. Our game this evening takes us to the Gateway City of St. Louis. The Minnesota WILD are in town for a Central Division matchup at Enterprise Center. Minnesota has struggled somewhat to start the season. But in losing, they have still earned 2 points. Tonight is the BLUES home opener after playing 3 straight on the road. The WILD are playing their 4th game in 6 days and fatigue could be a factor.

Today’s PICK — St. Louis BLUES -115 — LOSS

Florida PANTHERS vs Boston BRUINS

Today is Columbus Day in most states and Canadian Thanksgiving in the great white north. Because of that we have several matinee games slated to be played this morning. Our game today takes us to TD Garden in Boston where the BRUINS will be hosting the Stanley Cup Champion Florida PANTHERS. After scoring 6 goals in game 1 of the season vs Boston, Florida has dropped their next 2 roadies to weaker teams. The BRUINS have won 2 straight after that loss to Florida (both home games). Today's game will be a battle.

Today’s PICK — Boston BRUINS -135 — LOSS

Minnesota WILD vs Winnipeg JETS

Good morning… I am very sorry for yesterday’s poor performance by the Pick. Early in the season surprise happen and we were all victims of that. Today we will try to find out road back to redemption. Our game takes us north of the border to Winnipeg, Manitoba. The Winnipeg JETS are hosting the Minnesota WILD at Canada Life Centre. Minnesota opened their season on home ice splitting their first 2 games. Winnipeg has won their 1st 2 games. Over the last couple of years, the Jets have had their way with the WILD. Many folks are surprised with Winnipeg's start. I am not. Their team is solid.

Today’s PICK — Winnipeg JETS -165 — WIN