Alright, so here’s the 411, hockey fanatics: We’ve got nine – yes, NINE – NHL contests to sink our teeth into on this jam-packed Tuesday evening. Now, don’t go expecting fireworks or faceoffs of epic proportions tonight, because the schedule’s serving more meat and potatoes than a five-star showstopper. But, guess what? Your wallet doesn’t care about glitz and glamour, and there’s still some tasty betting action to cash in on.
Let’s dish on the deets for a couple of picks, shall we?
First up, we’ve got the clash of the Stars and Red Wings, and oh boy, is there some tea to spill. The Detroit dudes have been racking up the W’s, sure, but someone’s got to spill the truth: they’re playing a bit like they forgot what hockey sticks are for at five-on-five. With just 42.67% of the expected goal share last month, they’re chilling near the bottom with the Blues and Canadiens, and nobody wants to be in that club.
And creating chances? Please. They must think it’s golf because they’re hitting the lowest expected goals per 60 in the league. But here’s the kicker: they’re still scoring because the puck’s been mysteriously finding the net more than it should. That’s called luck, friends, and it’s not a game plan.
Now, these Stars aren’t looking to make any wishes come true for Detroit, especially with Jake ‘Ice in his Veins’ Oettinger likely back between the pipes after shaking off the flu. He’s been guarding that goal like a knight in shining armor, aside from a wee hiccup this season.
Then there’s this young buck, Thomas Harley, stepping up like a boss on the Stars’ blue line. Sorry, Red Wings, but between their talent and the return of Oettinger, the Stars are about to pull a reality check on that lucky streak of yours.
Bet with your head, not over it: Take the Stars (-145).
On to the next one: Rangers and Sharks. Oh, those Sharks do love a good blowout…in the wrong way. In eleven of their last fourteen losses, they’re not just losing; they’re getting their fins handed to them. It’s like they’re aiming for a participation trophy or something.
With the Sharks limping in from a grueling match just the night before against the Kings, and now facing the Rangers without their top netminder, Kaapo Kahkonen? It’s not looking pretty. Mackenzie Blackwood will be stepping in, and with his less-than-stellar track record this season, the Sharks are probably hoping for a miracle on ice.
Rangers, on the other hand, are coming in hot. They’ve got one of those five-on-five lines that make opponents sweat just thinking about it, and a power play that’s more clutch than a late-night pizza delivery. With the Rangers itching to show off after a meh streak, it’s prime time for a betting win.
So get ready to paint the town red, white, and blue with this pick: Rangers -1.5 (-130).
Oh, and for the gossip: Todd Cordell, our sports betting guru at theScore, is your go-to guy. You used to track him down on Twitter, but now he’s all about that X life. Hit him up @ToddCordell for all the spicy tips.
Now, go forth and place your bets smartly, you puck-loving bettors! 🏒💸