Here are the expert picks for the NHL games scheduled on Tuesday, December 31, 2024:
1. Boston Bruins @ Washington Capitals
• Moneyline: Bruins (-150), Capitals (+130)
• Spread: Bruins -1.5
• Over/Under: 5.5 goals
• Pick: Bruins to win and cover; under 5.5 goals
• Reasoning: Boston’s superior defensive structure and goaltending give them the edge in a low-scoring contest.
2. New York Islanders @ Toronto Maple Leafs
• Moneyline: Maple Leafs (-200), Islanders (+170)
• Spread: Maple Leafs -1.5
• Over/Under: 6.0 goals
• Pick: Maple Leafs to win and cover; over 6.0 goals
• Reasoning: Toronto’s offensive firepower and home advantage should dominate the Islanders in a high-scoring game.
3. Montreal Canadiens @ Vegas Golden Knights
• Moneyline: Golden Knights (-220), Canadiens (+180)
• Spread: Golden Knights -1.5
• Over/Under: 6.0 goals
• Pick: Golden Knights to win and cover; under 6.0 goals
• Reasoning: Vegas’ defensive depth and home-ice advantage should limit Montreal’s chances.
4. St. Louis Blues @ Chicago Blackhawks
• Moneyline: Blues (-110), Blackhawks (-110)
• Spread: Even
• Over/Under: 5.5 goals
• Pick: Blues to win; over 5.5 goals
• Reasoning: St. Louis’ balanced attack should outpace Chicago in this marquee outdoor matchup.
5. Philadelphia Flyers @ San Jose Sharks
• Moneyline: Flyers (-130), Sharks (+110)
• Spread: Flyers -1.5
• Over/Under: 5.5 goals
• Pick: Flyers to win and cover; under 5.5 goals
• Reasoning: Philadelphia’s defense and goaltending will likely neutralize San Jose’s struggling offense.
6. Winnipeg Jets @ Colorado Avalanche
• Moneyline: Avalanche (-180), Jets (+160)
• Spread: Avalanche -1.5
• Over/Under: 6.5 goals
• Pick: Avalanche to win; over 6.5 goals
• Reasoning: Colorado’s dynamic offense should lead to a high-scoring victory.
7. Carolina Hurricanes @ Columbus Blue Jackets
• Moneyline: Hurricanes (-200), Blue Jackets (+170)
• Spread: Hurricanes -1.5
• Over/Under: 6.0 goals
• Pick: Hurricanes to win and cover; under 6.0 goals
• Reasoning: Carolina’s structured defense and scoring depth make them clear favorites.
8. New Jersey Devils @ Anaheim Ducks
• Moneyline: Devils (-190), Ducks (+160)
• Spread: Devils -1.5
• Over/Under: 6.5 goals
• Pick: Devils to win and cover; over 6.5 goals
• Reasoning: New Jersey’s speed and offensive depth should overwhelm Anaheim in a high-scoring contest.
9. Buffalo Sabres @ Dallas Stars
• Moneyline: Stars (-170), Sabres (+150)
• Spread: Stars -1.5
• Over/Under: 6.0 goals
• Pick: Stars to win and cover; under 6.0 goals
• Reasoning: Dallas’ defensive consistency and goaltending will likely stifle Buffalo.
10. Pittsburgh Penguins @ Detroit Red Wings
• Moneyline: Penguins (-140), Red Wings (+120)
• Spread: Penguins -1.5
• Over/Under: 6.5 goals
• Pick: Penguins to win; under 6.5 goals
• Reasoning: Pittsburgh’s experienced roster should secure a close, low-scoring victory.
11. Nashville Predators @ Minnesota Wild
• Moneyline: Wild (-160), Predators (+140)
• Spread: Wild -1.5
• Over/Under: 5.5 goals
• Pick: Wild to win and cover; under 5.5 goals
• Reasoning: Minnesota’s defensive edge and home-ice advantage will likely stifle Nashville.
12. Vancouver Canucks @ Calgary Flames
• Moneyline: Flames (-150), Canucks (+130)
• Spread: Flames -1.5
• Over/Under: 6.5 goals
• Pick: Flames to win and cover; over 6.5 goals
• Reasoning: Calgary’s offensive depth and speed should overwhelm Vancouver in a high-scoring game.
Best Parlay Option
3-Leg NHL Parlay
1. Maple Leafs -1.5
2. Golden Knights -1.5
3. Hurricanes -1.5
Odds: Approx. +550
$10 Bet Payout: ~$65
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