Here are the expert picks for the NHL games scheduled on Saturday, December 21, 2024:
1. Los Angeles Kings @ Nashville Predators
• Moneyline: Kings (-120), Predators (+100)
• Puck Line: Kings -1.5
• Over/Under: 5.5 goals
• Pick: Kings to win; over 5.5 goals
• Reasoning: The Kings’ offensive depth should overpower Nashville’s inconsistent defense in a high-scoring game.
2. Chicago Blackhawks @ Calgary Flames
• Moneyline: Flames (-150), Blackhawks (+130)
• Puck Line: Flames -1.5
• Over/Under: 6.0 goals
• Pick: Flames to win and cover; over 6.0 goals
• Reasoning: Calgary’s home advantage and offensive firepower will likely outmatch Chicago’s young lineup.
3. San Jose Sharks @ Edmonton Oilers
• Moneyline: Oilers (-300), Sharks (+250)
• Puck Line: Oilers -1.5
• Over/Under: 6.5 goals
• Pick: Oilers to win and cover; over 6.5 goals
• Reasoning: Edmonton’s star players, led by Connor McDavid, should dominate San Jose’s struggling defense.
4. Detroit Red Wings @ Montreal Canadiens
• Moneyline: Red Wings (-125), Canadiens (+105)
• Puck Line: Red Wings -1.5
• Over/Under: 5.5 goals
• Pick: Red Wings to win; under 5.5 goals
• Reasoning: Detroit’s structured defense and goaltending edge make them the favorites in a low-scoring contest.
5. Minnesota Wild @ Winnipeg Jets
• Moneyline: Jets (-135), Wild (+115)
• Puck Line: Jets -1.5
• Over/Under: 5.5 goals
• Pick: Jets to win and cover; over 5.5 goals
• Reasoning: Winnipeg’s top line and home performance give them the edge against Minnesota in a high-scoring game.
6. Pittsburgh Penguins @ New Jersey Devils
• Moneyline: Devils (-140), Penguins (+120)
• Puck Line: Devils -1.5
• Over/Under: 6.0 goals
• Pick: Devils to win; under 6.0 goals
• Reasoning: New Jersey’s balanced attack and defensive discipline should stifle Pittsburgh in a low-scoring affair.
7. Columbus Blue Jackets @ Philadelphia Flyers
• Moneyline: Flyers (-125), Blue Jackets (+105)
• Puck Line: Flyers -1.5
• Over/Under: 5.5 goals
• Pick: Flyers to win; over 5.5 goals
• Reasoning: Philadelphia’s offense should exploit Columbus’ defensive struggles in a high-scoring game.
8. Buffalo Sabres @ Boston Bruins
• Moneyline: Bruins (-200), Sabres (+170)
• Puck Line: Bruins -1.5
• Over/Under: 5.5 goals
• Pick: Bruins to win and cover; under 5.5 goals
• Reasoning: Boston’s elite goaltending and defensive system will likely stifle Buffalo’s offense.
9. New York Islanders @ Toronto Maple Leafs
• Moneyline: Maple Leafs (-180), Islanders (+160)
• Puck Line: Maple Leafs -1.5
• Over/Under: 6.0 goals
• Pick: Maple Leafs to win and cover; over 6.0 goals
• Reasoning: Toronto’s high-powered offense should control the game, leading to a comfortable victory.
10. Ottawa Senators @ Vancouver Canucks
• Moneyline: Canucks (-140), Senators (+120)
• Puck Line: Canucks -1.5
• Over/Under: 6.5 goals
• Pick: Canucks to win and cover; over 6.5 goals
• Reasoning: Vancouver’s offensive efficiency and home-ice advantage make them the clear favorites in a high-scoring affair.
11. Seattle Kraken @ Vegas Golden Knights
• Moneyline: Golden Knights (-160), Kraken (+140)
• Puck Line: Golden Knights -1.5
• Over/Under: 6.0 goals
• Pick: Golden Knights to win and cover; over 6.0 goals
• Reasoning: Vegas’ depth and defensive prowess should give them the edge in a high-energy matchup.
Best Parlay Option
1. Oilers -1.5
2. Flames -1.5
3. Maple Leafs -1.5
4. Jets to win
Odds: Approx. +1000
$10 Bet Payout: ~$110
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