I wasn’t able to get a post up yesterday because I was busy with a couple midterms, but those are in the past and there are five NHL games tonight, which has provided enough options to find a couple strong lines for tonights games.
Calgary Flames @ Chicago Blackhawks
The Flames had a huge third period against the Blues last night scoring 5 goals to finish off a 6-0 win. Thats the Flames second win in a row and they look to be for real after having a slow start to the season. The Blackhawks are one of the few teams that you could say is hotter than the Flames at the moment. The Blackhawks defeated the Wild 4-2 on Monday night in the second of back to back wins. They have now won 5 games in a row and goaltender Corey Crawford, who will likely get the nod again tonight, has looked almost unbeatable at times. Jonathan Toews was just named player of the month for February and this hot play has continued to add to his reputation of bringing his A-game when it matters most (Conn Smythe winner and Olympic MVP last season). This is another very important game for the Blackhawks and I expect their top players to be firing on all cylinders. The Flames should be a little bit tired from playing in St. Louis last night and I expect the Blackhawks speed and talent up front to be too much for the Flames come the third period. I like the puckline in this one to get a bit more return on a big win for the Blackhawks.
My Pick: Chicago Blackhawks (-1.5) +165 (Sportsbook.com)
Minnesota Wild @ New York Islanders
The Wild travel to the Eastern Conference to take on the New York Islanders this evening. The Isles lost a hard fought battle last night in overtime to the Washington Capitals, which brings their losing streak to four games. The Islanders are a very streaky team and the fact that they are in this little skid after playing well of late should give the Wild a lot of confidence coming into tonight. Add on the fact that the Islanders could be sluggish after playing a tight overtime game the night earlier and the Wild have a big edge. Minnesota needs to win this game to keep their foot in the playoff door in the West and I expect them to win this game. Backstrom is the confirmed starter for the Wild.
My Pick: Minnesota Wild -130 (Bookmaker.com)
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Fan Duel Predictions
I really like Toews to continue to produce. He has 23 points in his last 14 games and putting him up the middle for $7500 shouldn’t be a bad move. I also like surrounding him with Kane and Sharp because you know if he is putting up points those two won’t be far behind. As far as a goaltender goes, I’m leaning towards Reimer (who is confirmed to start) because the Leafs are actually the favourites against the Pens tonight and you will save money, that you can put towards picking up these three Blackhawks.
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Written by: Niko de Jonge
Tagged with: Calgary Flames • Chicago Blackhawks • Minnesota Wild • New York Islanders