Monday NHL Picks!

Anaheim @ Carolina
Pick: Hurricanes -120
I don’t know what’s going on with the Ducks this season but something definitely isn't right. Maybe it’s coaching; maybe it’s chemistry; regardless of what the issue is, all I know is that there is an issue and the issue hasn’t been fixed. Taking on the Canes on the road just feels like a game the Ducks will drop.


Arizona @ NY Islanders
Pick: Islanders -1.5 (+135)
This pick could definitely back fire but who cares. A wise man once said: “Let ‘er buck!”. I have no idea what that means but I like it. Islanders minus the points. Let ‘er buck.


Vancouver @ Montreal
Pick: Canadiens -165
I can’t bring myself to pick against the Habs at home. Especially when they’re taking on a team who’s best players are two 35 year old Swedes. A long road trip and a time change can wear these older guys out.


Detroit @ Ottawa
Pick: Red Wings +115
The Red Wings are 0-2 since Datsyuk returned to the lineup. Do you think they will go 0-3? I don’t. The Atlantic Division standings are extremely tight outside of Montreal. One point can carry a team from 5th or 6th to 2nd or 3rd and vise versa. Detroit’s experience at every position makes them the pick here.


Tampa @ Florida
Pick: Lightning -120
I flipped flopped on this pick all morning. Ultimately I decided on the Bolts based on their offensive skill. This Tampa team has grossly underperformed so far this season in terms of offensive production. Nevertheless, I don’t see Florida having counter parts to the triplets line and Captain Stamkos.


Winnipeg @ Saint Louis
Pick: Blues -1.5 (+175)
Tarasenko is on fire this season if you haven’t heard. Have faith in the Russian sniper and rest easy.