SBRForum Articles - NHL

Marian Hossa could make '09 debut for Blackhawks tonight at Flames

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:21:11 AM

Marian Hossa has been testing his shoulder in recent Chicago practices and could make his season debut for the Blackhawks Thursday night on the road at the Calgary Flames.

Red Wings bring thin roster into home contest with Dallas Stars

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:03:47 PM

Their roster depleted by injuries and the flu bug, the Detroit Red Wings at least have home ice advantage on Wednesday when they host the road-weary Dallas Stars.

Capitals take high-powered offense to New York to face Rangers

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:40:35 PM

The ice at Madison Square Garden will be the site for Tuesday's marquee NHL contest between the New York Rangers and the visitin Washington Capitals.

Michael Del Zotto among rookies impacting the odds

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:17:10 PM

Rookies in the NHL don't have the same impact on their teams as do first year players in the NBA, but that doesn't mean they don't have any effect on their teams or the betting odds. Michael Del Zotto is one of the NHL freshmen that has become a force this season already at the tender age of 19, along with John Tavares who leads the Islanders in scoring and James Van Riemsdyk, a fan favorite for the Flyers.

Anaheim Ducks, Pittsburgh Penguins to sneak Over 5½

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:32:00 AM

The Penguins scored six goals with Evgeni Malkin returning to the lineup Saturday, while the Ducks have played bad defense this year but are scoring goals lately. Go Over in the Igloo.

Injuries test Detroit Red Wings' depth

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:39:18 AM

Just as the case is with other sports, NHL cappers have to keep abreast of injuries if they want to make the very best decisions with their wagers.

Kings and Lightning bolt to an over Saturday night in St. Pete

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 14:26:51 PM

Add suspect goaltending to lightning fast skaters and the result will be an easy 'over' on Saturday night when Tampa Bay hosts the Los Angeles Kings.

Lightning to continue their dominance of LA Kings

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 13:15:33 PM

The Kings are playing more like paupers as they reach the St. Pete Times Forum tonight. Take the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday against a struggling Los Angeles squad.

Minnesota Wild, Tampa Bay Lightning to skate Under 5½

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:11:49 PM

Minnesota goalie Niklas Backstrom has allowed two goals or less in four of his last five starts while probable Lightning starter has a 1,95 GAA in seven starts. Play the Under tonight.

Florida Panthers skate into Boston to meet Bruins

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:24:23 PM

TD Banknorth Garden in Boston is the site for what should be a defensive struggle Thursday night when the Bruins host the struggling Florida Panthers.

Minnesota Wild +125 to rake Toronto Maple Leafs on road

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:08:33 AM

The Maple Leafs have picked up at least one point in seven straight games, but all of that came in an underdog role and Toronto has not really shown enough to be favored by this much.

New Jersey Devils red-hot as they reach Ottawa to face Senators

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 14:40:07 PM

New Jersey has won eight of its last 10 games and should have a fresh Martin Brodeur in net on Saturday night when they travel to meet the Ottawa Senators.

Toronto Maple Leafs +140 to shock Detroit Red Wings Saturday

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 14:29:33 PM

The Leafs may have just two wins, but since they have four overtime or shootout losses sandwiched between them, they have actually earned a point in six straight games. Dog Toronto.

Penguins seek record eighth-straight road win at the Kings

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:53:25 PM

With seven straight wins on the road to open the NHL season, the Pittsburgh Penguins seek a record eighth tonight in Los Angeles as underdogs to the Kings.

Rene Bourque and Flames travel to Dallas to take on Stars

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:09:15 PM

The Dallas Stars hope to have Mike Modano back on Wednesday night when they host the Calgary Flames, led by Rene Bourque, at the American Airlines Center.

Phoenix Coyotes +100 to howl vs. Colorado Avalanche on road

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:54:15 AM

The Avalanche may have the best record in the NHL, but they have scored just one goal in two games and now must faces probably the hottest goalie in the league. Take the Coyotes.

New York Islanders -120 stay hot at home over Edmonton Oilers

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 09:08:19 AM

The Islanders have won three straight games, as their luck is turning after suffering five of their nine losses in either OT or a shootout. This is a pesky young team that offers value.

New York Rangers reeling in profit at window

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:24:05 AM

The Blueshirts are looking a little green these days...at the betting window, that is. Sitting 9-5-1 in the current standings and just three points behind Pittsburgh in the division, the New York Rangers have cashed 10 times for a nice little 11.3 units of profit in the early going. With the season now a month old, here is a quick betting report card on those teams making money on the follow, and those raking it in on the fade.

Surprise! Avalanche are hot, Red Wings are not

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:14:09 AM

The Penguins are off and running in the as they seek a second consecutive Stanley Cup. The same isn't true for their opponents the past two Cup Finals, the Detroit Red Wings.

Buffalo Sabres -140 to slash New York Islanders on the road

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 17:48:58 PM

The Islanders have been playing better lately, but the Sabres are off to an 8-1-1 start, they are playing the best defense in the NHL and they have now won seven straight road games.

Atlanta Thrashers +150 to upset Washington Capitals at Philips Arena

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:21:49 AM

The Capitals can score on anyone, but the Thrashers are averaging 4.33 goals at home themselves, and they can take advantage of a suspect Caps defense. Take the big dog here.

New York Islanders +170 to surprise Canadiens in Montreal

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 08:02:33 AM

The Islanders may have just one win in nine games, but they have been extremely unlucky as they are 1-4 in OT games and shootouts. With Montreal transitioning, take the big dog.

Finding profit in the NHL on the puck line

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 08:00:34 AM

Picking and choosing the right spots to play the puck line in hockey can be tricky, just as it is with the run line in baseball, but the payoff can be oh, so sweet.

Minnesota Wild take care of business at home vs. Carolina Hurricanes

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 14:45:00 PM

Minnesota has been awful on the road, but tonight the Wild will be at home where they will pick up the win as small favorites against the Carolina Hurricanes.

Carolina Hurricanes, Colorado Avalanche to skate Under 5½

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:17:31 AM

The Avalanche are playing good defense this season, and that should continue tonight vs. the offensively challenged Hurricanes. Cam Ward has been solid in net though, so go Under.

Atlanta Thrashers +115 to upset Washington Capitals at home

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:00:50 PM

The Atlanta Thrashers are a surprising 4-1-1, a feat even more remarkable when you consider this is just their second home game of the season. Look for a home upset over the Caps.

Carolina Hurricanes look for first road win at Islanders

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:55:48 AM

The road team has been the victor in six of the last eight meetings between these two clubs, and that trend will continue when the Carolina Hurricanes blow into Long Island.

Columbus Blue Jackets, Calgary Flames light up scoreboard Over 5½

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:13:01 PM

The Over is 7-1 in all Flames games this season, and they are averaging 4.00 goals at home. The Blue Jackets have proven that they can score too, so go Over at the Saddledome.

Blues, Thrashers and Blue Jackets lead a doggy Tuesday slate

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 10:08:16 AM

Just three games are on the NHL schedule for Tuesday night, and SBR poster suicideking08 finds value in all three on the underdogs: St. Louis, Atlanta and Columbus.

San Jose Sharks, New York Rangers to stay Under 5½ at MSG

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:32:10 PM

The Rangers have won seven straight games, and their defense is allowing less than two goals per game this season. With the San Jose Sharks struggling on offense, go Under.