Carolina HURRICANES vs Toronto MAPLE LEAFS

Well folks, we are headed into the home stretch for the 2nd half of the season. With the trade deadline looming, we have a nearly full slate of action throughout the day in the NHL. Our game tonight takes us to the Toronto home of the MAPLE LEAFS - Scotiabank Arena. The LEAFS are hosting the Carolina HURRICANES in what should be an epic battle. Going into tonight's game, the CANES have beaten the LEAFS 5 straight times. But playing on the road has posed a problem this season for Carolina and they're under .500 there. The LEAFS should hold serve tonight in Toronto.

Today’s PICK — Toronto MAPLE LEAFS +105 — WIN

Tampa Bay LIGHTNING vs Montreal CANADIENS

Well folks, it is finally here - the midseason break. After today we are heading into the 4 Nations’ Tournament. The tournament will last 2 weeks and give the non-participants a well-deserved break. Our game today takes us up to Bell Centre in Montreal. The CANADIENS are hosting the Tampa Bay LIGHTNING. Montreal has only won 1 of their last 8 games. A few weeks ago, the CANADIENS had hope in their game, but that has evaporated with so much losing. Tampa has won 4 of their last 5 and even though they are suspect on the road should win today.

Today’s PICK — Tampa Bay LIGHTNING -160 — WIN

Tampa Bay LIGHTNING vs Detroit RED WINGS

On the second to the last day of hockey before the “4 Nations” tournament we have 14 games on the docket. Our game today takes us to Little Caesars Arena in Detroit where RED WINGS are hosting the Tampa Bay LIGHTNING. I've written before and I will say it once again, the Tampa Bay LIGHTNING have had their troubles winning on the road. Tampa has lost their last 3 of 4 roadies. The WINGS just win at the Dough Joe in Motown.

Today’s PICK — Detroit RED WINGS +122 — LOSS

Dallas STARS vs Los Angeles KING

Tonight, we have a rather quiet Friday evening in the NHL. Our game takes us to the southern California home of the Los Angeles KINGS. The Dallas STARS are in the house this evening. As good as the STARS have been this season, their road play has been deficient. The KINGS have made a statement this season at Crypto.com where they have dominated. Still, Dallas has typically beaten LA IN L-A.

Today’s PICK — Dallas STARS -105 - LOSS

Vegas GOLDEN KNIGHTS vs New Jersey DEVILS

There are 9 games scheduled for tonight in the NHL. Our game tonight takes us to Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. The DEVILS are hosting the dreaded and feared VGK - Vegas GOLDEN KNIGHTS. The KNIGHTS are experiencing their longest losing streak in years. They have lost 4 straight and 8 of their last 10 games. The wheels have fallen off the wagon. This team is just too good for this to continue. The DEVILS have been alternating wins/losses.

Today’s PICK — Vegas GOLDEN KNIGHTS -110 — WIN

Boston BRUINS vs New York RANGERS

After a busy night last night, we have only 3 games on the docket this evening. Tonight, we head out to Madison Square Garden where the RANGERS are hosting the Boston BRUINS in an old style original 6 matchup. What can anybody say about these 2 teams? Both teams have not played up to expectations this season. New York has hovered around .500 all season long. With Boston's play on the road, the BRUINS can't get out of their own way.

Today’s PICK — New York RANGERS -178 — WIN

Detroit RED WINGS vs Seattle KRAKEN

Tonight is a huge night in the NHL. There are 14 games on the docket. Our game this evening features the Seattle KTRAKEN hosting the Detroit RED WINGS at Climate Pledge Arene in the Emerald City. Seattle was expected to take a few steps forward this season. That has not happened. Detroit comes into tonight's game winners of 6 straight games. Detroit has won all 3 western Canadian games on the current roadie.

Today’s PICK — Detroit RED WINGS +105 — WIN

Ottawa SENATORS vs Nashville PEDATORS

There is a single game this evening in the NHL. Tonight, we head to Music City - Nashville Tennessee. The PREDATORS and the Ottawa SENATORS are the lone teams playing this evening. When you look at the history of these 2 teams when they play you will notice that nobody seems to have the upper hand. At this point in time the 2 teams are going 2 directions. The PREDS have lost 4 in a row and Ottawa has won 4 in a row.

Today’s PICK — Ottawa SENATORS EVEN $$$. — WIN

Detroit RED WINGS vs Vancouver CANUCKS

On an unusually busy Sunday we have 9 games on the docket. And, as usual, nothing is what it seems. Our game tonight takes us to the Vancouver, British Columbia home of the CANUCKS. The rolling WING is in town to challenge the CANUCKS at Rogers Arena. Both of these teams have a lot to play for tonight. Both teams still have a shot to make the playoffs. Vancouver just traded away JT Miller to NY and added F-Filip Chytil. Detroit has won 4 straight, whipping Edmonton in the process. I like Detroit here in an upset.

Today’s PICK — Detroit RED WINGS +140 — WIN

Winnipeg JETS vs Washington CAPITALS

Throughout the day there are 9 games on the docket. Three of the teams playing today were involved in trades yesterday. We will take a careful wait and see attitude toward the trade’s effectiveness. Our game tonight takes us to Capital One Arena in Washington. Since 2018 the JETS have defeated the CAPITALS 3 times. All of those wins were in Winnipeg. The JETS have lost 5 straight games in the nation's capital. The CAPS are looking forward to some home cooking after a long road trip.

Today’s PICK — Washington CAPITALS -110 — LOSS

Nashville PREDATORS vs Buffalo SABRES

There are only 4 games on tap this evening. ALL of the games have elements of danger in them. Our game takes us to western New York. The Buffalo SABRES are welcoming the Nashville PREDATORS into KeyBANK Center in downtown Buffalo. In their last 10 games against each other the SABRES and PREDATORS have played competitive games. After winning 5 in a row the PRED'S play has slipped losing their last 2 games. Buffalo has trouble winning 2 in a row.

Today’s PICK — Nashville PREDATORS -130 — LOSS

Minnesota WILD vs Montreal CANADIENS

There are 10 games on the docket tonight. Our game takes us north of the border to Montreal, Quebec. The CANADIENS are hosting the dreaded and feared Minnesota WILD. Over the years the WILD have absolutely dominated the CANADIENS. The WILD have won 4 of their last 5 in Montreal. The HABS last defeated the WILD in 2019. Montreal has improved but tonight may be too much to ask.

Today’s PICK — Minnesota WILD +105. — WIN

Los Angeles KINGS vs Florida PANTHERS

There are 5 games on tap tonight. Our game tonight takes us to the southern Florida home of the PANTHERS. They are welcoming in the Los Angeles KINGS to Amerant Bank Arena. If Los Angeles has an achilles heel it is playing on the road. They come into tonight's game losers of their last 2 roadies. Florida is performing well but not blowing anybody up. All things being equal you have to take the home team here.

Today’s PICK — Florida PANTHERS -148 — WIN

Washington CAPITALS vs Calgary FLAMES

There are 8 games on tap this evening. Several of the games have interesting overtones. Our game tonight takes us north of the border to Calgary, Alberta. The FLAMES are hosting the Washington CAPITALS this evening at the Scotiabank Saddledome. Usually, the CAPITALS control play when these 2 teams hookup. In the last 7 years the FLAMES have defeated the CAPS twice. The CAPS had a rare loss Saturday and look to continue winning again tonight in Calgary. Another win is not out of the question. Keep an eye out for Alex Ovechkin’s continuing pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s goal scoring record.

Today’s PICK — Washington CAPITALS -145 — WIN

Vancouver CANUCKS vs St. Louis BLUES

Today we have 5 games on this sleepy Monday evening. It is another difficult evening to pick from. Our game takes us to Enterprise Center in the Gateway City of St. Louis. The BLUES are hosting the Vancouver CANUCKS. St. Louis has won 8 of their last 10 head-to-head versus Vancouver. The NUCKS just beat the CAPITALS on Saturday but are having trouble putting together multiple victories. Currently there are just too many questions surrounding the CANUCKS where dissention reigns.

Today’s PICK — St. Louis BLUES -120 — LOSS

Calgary FLAMES vs Winnipeg JETS

Today there are only 5 games on the docket. All of the game are dangerous. NO easy picks today! Our game today takes us to Madison Square Garden in New York. The RANGERS are hosting the Colorado AVALANCHE. Colorado lost yesterday in Boston. They will try today to absorb the new personnel that has arrived - Marty NECAS. The AVS will miss the services of Mikko Rantanen. The RANGERS have won 4 straight at home in New York. I like the RANGERS in today's matinee.

Today’s PICK — New York RANGERS -130— LOSS

Washington CAPITALS vs Vancouver CANUCKS

There are 13 games on the docket throughout the day. Our game tonight takes us north of the border to Vancouver, British Columbia. The CANUCKS are hosting the dreaded and feared Alex Ovechkin led Washington CAPITALS. Ovechkin has been on a mission to catch the “Great One” Wayne Gretsky. There must be something about the air in Vancouver for the CAPITALS. They have won on their last 4 visits to Rogers Arena. Currently the CAPS are riding a 6-game winning streak. This season there has been tons of turmoil going on in Vancouver. CAPS roll!

Today’s PICK — Washington CAPITALS -125 — LOSS

Philadelphia FLYERS New York ISLANDERS

It is a very light evening tonight in the NHL. There are only 4 games scheduled for this evening. One of them is dangerous (Chicago vs Tampa Bay) and the other are close, even with big money lines. Our game takes us to the Long Island home of the New York ISLANDERS - UBS Arena. Over the years the FLYERS and ISLANDERS have played competitive games. Last night the FLYERS were trashed in MSG. I expect Philly to bounce back this evening on the island.

Today’s PICK — Philadelphia FLYERS +136 — LOSS

Philadelphia FLYERS vs New York RANGERS

There are 11 games scheduled for this evening in the NHL. Our game this evening takes us to the city that never sleeps - New York, New York. The RANGERS are welcoming in the Broadstreet Bullies. Rarely do the RANGERS play well versus the FLYERS at Madison Square Garden. The FLYERS have won 5 of their last 6 games and New York continues to improve. Look for RANGERS to put it together this evening on Broadway.

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

Florida PANTHERS vs Los Angeles KINGS

There are only 4 games slated for tonight in the NHL. Our game this evening takes us to the southern California home of the Los Angeles KINGS. L-A is welcoming in the reigning Stanley Cup Champion Florida PANTHERS into town. The PANTHERS last won in Los Angeles in 2019. The KINGS have been nearly unbeatable at Crypto.com Arena. Last night Florida thumped the DUCKS but tonight will likely have a different result.

Today’s PICK — Los Angeles KINGS -125 — WIN