Last night both of our two plays went into shootouts almost simultaneously. I was checking back and forth between the games and in the end we finished up 1-1 with the Jets getting the victory, while the Canucks were unable to solve Bishop enough times. So all-in-all it was a break even night.
Season Record To Date: 58-56 for +2.56 units.
There are only 4 games in the NHL tonight, but I like plays in 3 of them!
Montreal Canadiens @ Pittsburgh Penguins
The Canadiens seem to be slipping here down the stretch. Their defense is suspect after giving up 12 goals in their last two games. Playing against the Penguins won’t help this matter at all and I expect the Pens to be able to put a few past whoever the Habs start in goal. Montreal has been solid on the road this year, but as only small favourites in this one I definitely like the Pens.
Play: Penguins -135 (5Dimes.eu)
Buffalo Sabres @ Boston Bruins
The Sabres have won 2 straight, while the Bruins have lost two in a row including a 4-2 loss to the struggling Canes. They should get Bergeron back in the lineup against the Sabres, but I don’t expect Marchand to be back just yet. I expect a decent game from the Bruins while they rally around the city after the Boston Marathon bombings on Monday, but I can’t see them as 2 to 1 favourites in this one. The Sabres aren’t as bad as they look this season and they will battle to the bitter end against their rivals in what should be a tight contest that could go either way.
Play: Sabres +185 (SportsInteraction.com)
Columbus Blue Jackets @ Anaheim Ducks
The Blue Jackets look poised to make the playoffs this year. They’ve won 4 straight, but they will need to win 4 of their last 5 games to make the playoffs by my estimations. That makes this game in Anaheim an almost must win for the Blue Jackets. They pulled it out against the Avs last game and now they are up against a stronger team, but one that hasn’t been as dominant of late. The Ducks are on a 2 game slide and playing against such a determined squad will not be easy. I like the Jackets as dogs in this one.
Play: Blue Jackets +140 (SportsInteraction.com)
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