After another bad night we will look to get back on track tonight. There are some sharp plays tonight with many of the NHL’s bottomfeeders in action. The top exclusive pick from yesterday did pan out as expected with the Panthers beating up on the Islanders. Sign up for the newsletter at the bottom of this page to receive the exclusive Saturday pick weekly.
New York Islanders (+1.5) -170 (TheSportsbook.com)
Atlanta Thrashers (-1.5) +155 (Bookmaker.com)
The Islanders lost their 12th straight game last night at home against the Florida Panthers. They now take to the road on short rest to meet up with a confident Thrashers team that defeated the powerful Washington Capitals 5-0 two days earlier. Eight of the Islanders 12 losses have been by 2 or more goals. I see the losing streak continuing with the Thrashers outplaying a tired and unconfident Islanders squad.
My Pick: Atlanta Thrashers (-1.5) +155
Calgary Flames (+1.5) -140 (Bookmaker.com)
Detroit Red Wings (-1.5) +130 (Sportsbook.com)
The Flames were able to break out of a long slump on Friday with a 7-2 win over the Blackhawks. Now they must head to Detroit to face who many consider the top team in the Western Conference. Detroit lost to Minnesota in overtime on Friday night and will be looking to bounce back with a big offensive performance against a Flames team that lacks defensive ability. I expect the Red Wings to win this game by a wide margin.
My Pick: Detroit Red Wings (-1.5) +130
Edmonton Oilers (+1.5) -165 (Bookmaker.com)
Anaheim Ducks (-1.5) +150 (Sportsbook.com)
The Oilers have lost 6 in a row and are widely considered the worst team in the Western Conference and even perhaps the league. The Oilers have won only 2 of their last 16 games, with both wins over last years Stanley Cup Champion Blackhawks. The Ducks are on a four game losing skid of their own, so they will be licking their lips at the chance to break the slump playing the Oilers at home. The Ducks are 7-2-1 at home this season and the win column should increase after tonight.
My Pick: Anaheim Ducks (-1.5) +150
After a rough past couple days the NHL Betting Tips free picks record is now (27-21) for +4.77 units. Check back daily for more free NHL betting predictions.
Written by: Niko de Jonge
Tagged with: Anaheim Ducks • Atlanta Thrashers • Calgary Flames • Detroit Red Wings • edmonton oilers • New York Islanders