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NHL News: Waivers, Panthers, Blackhawks, and Senators trade on waivers

There is some NHL News regarding the Florida Panthers, Chicago Blackhawks, and Ottawa Senators. Find these updates below: Waivers Elliotte Friedman: players currently on waivers are Joey Anderson (Maple Leafs), Chris Tierney (Panthers) and Justin Kirkland (Ducks). In case you missed it: NHL Expert Picks: St. Louis Blues VS Pittsburgh Penguins Predictions Today The Panthers gained space to activate Anthony Duclair  David Dwork: The Florida Panthers send Grigori Denisenko to the AHL with Tierney on waivers, if he does clear the Panthers would get enough cap space to activate Anthony Duclair of the LTIR. Puck Pedia: “Sending Denisenko down is critical for #FlaPanthers to activate Duclair. Because FLA did not have sufficient room in their LTIR performance bonus pool, Denisenko counts $1.775M against cap while they’re in LTIR due to his bonuses, not his $925K Cap Hit.” Puck Pedia:  “After removing Denisenko and his $1.775M Cap Charge, #TimetoHunt now has $3.14M of Cap Space in LTIR, leaving them enough room to activate Duclair ($3.0M). They do not need to send Tierney down to make room for Duclair, they have sufficient room.” The Blackhawks get Zaitsev and picks from the Senators for nothing Frank Seravalli: The Ottawa Senators have traded defenseman Nikita Zaitsev, a 2023 second-round pick and a 2026 fourth-round pick for future considerations. Puck Pedia: The Senators currently have $4.96 million in cap space with a 20-man roster. Ottawa could add $18 million in cap hits right now or $21.9 million at the deadline. Cap Friendly: The Blackhawks have under 45.3 million in project salary cap hits for 15 players next season. Ben Pope: GM for Blackhawks Kyle Davidson on the Zaitsev trade: “We are getting an NHL calibre defenseman and acquiring very valuable draft capital in this upcoming draft and beyond. Nikita gives us added depth on the right side and we anticipate him joining us soon.” Shawn Simpson:  “The Zaitsev experiment that was recommended by Smith was a total disaster from day one. Top four dollars that have set back the program on every level, and now giving up picks to make him go away.” Sens Communications: Senators GM Pierre Dorion:  “We’re pleased to afford Nikita a fresh start. He’s a pro’s pro who showcased himself to be a caring teammate and quiet leader throughout his #Sens tenure. We’re thankful for his time in Ottawa and wish he and his family the best in his next chapter.” More From The NHL: NHL Expert Picks; Columbus Blue Jackets VS Edmonton Oilers Predictions Today

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NHL Expert Picks: St. Louis Blues VS Pittsburgh Penguins Predictions Today

St Louis Blues VS Pittsburgh Penguins feature two teams playing to be featured in the postseason faceoff. The Penguins (63 points, 10th in the Eastern Conference), and will be visiting the Blues (56 points, 11th Western Conference). Pittsburg lost every of its last four games after a 7-2 setback at the hands of the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday night. St. Louis lost four straight after a clash with the Vancouver Canucks (3-2). The Penguins will play in the absence of Mark Friedman, Ryan Poehling, and Jan Rutta. For the Blues, Jake Neighbours is out and Torey Krug remains questionable. For the best previews and odds for all NHL games, you can visit MatchPlug. We give you the best NHL Predictions Today for the Blues and Penguins matchup. Predictions, Odds and Betting Preview for St. Louis Blues VS Pittsburgh Penguins Where: Enterprise Center, St Louis When: Saturday, February 25th, 2023 Time: 12:30 GMT Teams to play: Blues and Penguins NHL Expert Picks: MONEYLINE 2.128 Odds as seen on 1XBet and BetMGM. Betting On The St Louis Blues Season Record: 26-28-5 1XBet Spread: +1.5 1XBet Moneyline: 3.035 1XBet Over/Under: Under 6.5 BetMGM Spread: +1.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 2.35 BetMGM Over/Under: Under 6.5 The St Louis Blues can still make the postseason even after trading away Ryan O’Reilly and Noel Acciari their forwards, for Adam Gaudette a prospect and forward. In the 40 games he played before he was traded, O’Reilly scored 12 goals and had seven assists. St Louis is scoring an average of 3.02 goals per game which is 21st in the NHL while taking an average of 29.0 shots. The power play for the Blues scores 21.1% of the time they have a main advantage. Jordan Kyrou has a team-best 25 goals and two other players scored 16 goals each. Robert Thomas has 35 assists which are a team-best, while Kyrou is the points leader with 54 and Thomas has 48. The Blues allowed an average of 3.64 goals per game which is 29th in the NHL. St Louis No 1 goalie Jordan Binnington is 21-20-4 with 3.28 goals against average, and a .894 save percentage and has posted two shutouts. They allow 32.1 shots per game which are 21st in the NHL. The penalty kill unit is well below average, holding opponents scoreless only 75.2% of the time St Louis is shorthanded which is 25th. Betting On The Pittsburgh Penguins Season Record: 27-21-9 1XBet Spread: -1.5 1XBet Moneyline: 2.128 1XBet Over/Under: Over 6.5 BetMGM Spread: -1.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 1.62 BetMGM Over/Under: Over 6.5 The Pittsburgh Penguins allow an average of 3.23 goals per game. Tristan Jarry the top goaltender is 16-7-5 with 2.82 goals against average, a .916 save percentage and one shutout but due to injury missed several games. Casey DeSmith the backup has seen a lot of action and is 10-24-4 with 3.28 goals against an average of 34.1 shots per game which is 29th and the Penguins’ penalty kill line is 14th, rendering opponents scoreless 80.6% of the time they are short-handed. Pittsburgh is scoring an average of 3.18 goals per game, 15th in the League. Syndey Crosby scored 25 goals best in the team, while Jake Guentzel scored 24. Crosby has 44 assists another team-best, and a team-high 69 points. Second in assists is Evgeny Malkin with 37 and Malkin is second in points with 58. The Penguins average the fifth most shots in the NHL at 33.6 per game and scoring 21.5% of the time is their power move, they have a man advantage which is just 15th. MatchPlug Prediction The largest difference in this game is in the goals against; because the Penguins are holding opponents to an average of 3.23 goals per game, while the Blues allow an average of 3.64 goals per game. Jarry goals against average are only 2.82, while Binnington has a goals-against average of 3.28. Pittsburgh has won 13 of its last 18 played against the team from the Western Conference and they have won every of the last four overall against St Louis. Meanwhile, St Louis lost all of its last four and the Penguins have lost 17 and the last 22 when playing just after a day’s rest. Final Prediction: Pittsburgh Penguins Moneyline. More from the NHL: NHL Expert Picks; Columbus Blue Jackets VS Edmonton Oilers Predictions Today

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NHL Expert Picks; Columbus Blue Jackets VS Edmonton Oilers Predictions Today

The Columbus Blue Jackets VS Edmonton Oilers matchup features the Oilers (2nd in Pacific Division) against the Blue Jackets (8th in Metropolitan). Edmonton had a two-game winning run that took them to today’s game against Columbus who dropped their past two decisions. Ahead of the puck game, these are the NHL Predictions Today for Blue Jackets and Oilers to follow, courtesy of MatchPlug. Predictions and Betting Preview for Columbus Blue Jackets VS Edmonton Oilers Venue: Nationwide Arena, Columbus. When: Saturday, February 25th, 2023 Time: 9:30 GMT Teams to play: Blue Jackets and Oilers. NHL Picks: SPREAD -1.5 Odds as seen on 1XBet and BetMGM. Betting On The Columbus Blue Jackets Season Record: 18-35-5 1XBet Spread: +1.5 1XBet Moneyline: 4 1XBet Over/Under: Under 6.5 BetMGM Spread: +1.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 2.85 BetMGM Over/Under: Under 7 The Columbus Jackets suffered another straight defeat (0-1-1) and their third loss in the last five games they’ve played (2-2-1), shutting out with a count of 2-0 by the Minnesota Wild at the Nationwide Arena on Thursday. Columbus outshot the visiting team 30-25, won 71% of the face-offs and stopped their only penalty, but went 0-for-1 with the man advantage, surrounding Minnesota’s double in the first 8:48 of the matchup. Boone Jenner (17 goals, 32 points this year) recorded a game-high six shots on target for the Blue Jackets who dropped seven of its last 10 fixtures (3-5-2). Joonas Korpisalo the goaltender in the game with Minnesota made 23 saves, going 10-11-3 for the season with a 3.20 GAA and a.914 save percentage. He registered a 2-4-0 record from 9 past matches against the Oilers with a 3.57 GAA and .883 save percentage. Elvis Merzlikins (6-15-1 for the present campaign with a 4.21 GAA and a .873 save percentage) is 1-1-0 against the Oilers in three last encounters with a 2.67 GAA and .928 save percentage. The Blue Jackets are also 3rd in the least goals buried per game this season (2.50), 3rd in most goals allowed on average (3.67), 3rd from the bottom in power play (16.2%) and 20th in penalty kill (77.4%). Betting On The Edmonton Oilers Season Record: 32-19-8 1XBet Spread: -1.5 1XBet Moneyline: 1.73 1XBet Over/Under: Over 6.5 BetMGM Spread: +1.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 1.44 BetMGM Over/Under: Over 7 The Edmonton Oilers won for the second time in a row, extending their current point streak to five outings (2-0-3) after whipping the Pittsburgh Penguins 7-2 at the PPG Paints Arena last Thursday. Connor McDavid (109 points this season) scored twice to attain a career-high 46 snipes in a season, adding some assists too. Leon Draisaitl (35 goals, 87 points) extended his current goal to run a career-high six contests, while Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (28 goals, 72 points), like Draisaitl, bagged a marker and an assist. It was the first time Edmonton won in its last three travels (1-1-1). Stuart Skinner the goaltender on Thursday stopped 22 shots to raise his present performance status to 15-11-4 for the season with a 2.89 GAA and a .913 save percentage. He picked up a 1-0-1 past total versus the Blue Jackets with a 2.45 GAA and a .923 save percentage. Meanwhile, Jack Campbell (17-8-4 on the year with a 3.39 GAA and a .887 save percentage) is 2-0-2 against Columbus with a 2.99 GAA and a .897 save percentage. Their opponents the Oilers are netting the highest amount of goals per game this season (3.81), while allowing the 12th-highest quantity defensively (3.24). They top the league in power play (32.2%) and 26th in penalty kill (75.0%). MatchPlug Prediction Columbus has won in their last two head-to-head matchups against Edmonton. Prior to that, the Oilers were on a five-game winning streak versus the Blue Jackets, having won by a margin of two tallies on each occasion. In addition, three of the last four trips the Edmonton Oilers took to Ohio ended in a victory for Connor McDavid and his squad, with Edmonton outscoring Columbus 15-3 in all those wins. Moreso, 29 of 40 defeats Columbus suffered this season have been by more than a strike, with the team sporting the 2nd-worst goal differential in the entire league (minus-68). Edmonton on their own path, have won with a goal gap of at two tallies in an outstanding 17 of their most recent 19 victories, netting up to five goals in 14 of them. Final Prediction: Edmonton Oilers spread. More From The NHL: NHL Expert Picks: St. Louis Blues VS Pittsburgh Penguins Predictions Today

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NHL Expert Picks: New York Rangers VS Detroit Red Wings Predictions Today

The New York Rangers VS Detroit Red Wings will feature the Rangers on the road to battle the Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena. New York has a 33-15-9 record, while Detroit has a 27-21-8 record on the season. These teams will be facing off against each other for the third time this season. The last time they met, each one won the matchup. For the best previews and odds for all NHL games, you can visit MatchPlug. We provide the best NHL Predictions Today for the Rangers and Red Wings matchup. Predictions, Odds and Betting Preview for New York Rangers VS Detroit Red Wings Where: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit When: Thursday, February 23rd, 2023 Time: 16:00 GMT Teams to play: New York Rangers and Detroit Red Wings NHL Expert Picks: MONEYLINE 2.115 Odds as seen on 1XBet and BetMGM. Betting On The New York Rangers Season Record: 33-15-9 1XBet Spread: -1.5 1XBet Moneyline: 2.115 1XBet Over/Under: Over 5.5 BetMGM Spread: -1.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 1.60 BetMGM Over/Under: Over 6 In the last game they played, New York Rangers were a -165 favourite, but they lost 4-1 against the Winnipeg Jets. Vincent Trocheck scored a goal. Igor Shesterkin allowed four goals on 21 shots faced. The Rangers’ offense has been playing better for them recently, scoring 4 goals or higher in 7 out of the last 9 games. New York ranks 11th in goals per game and 14th in shots per game. Artemi Panarin leads with 65 points, and Mika Zibanejad leads with 30 goals and has 60 points. Trocheck has 43 points and Chris Kreider has 39 points. New York’s defense and goaltending have been good this season. They rank 7th position in goals against per game and 8th in shots against per game. Igor Shesterkin has a record of 25-9-7 with a 2.59 GAA and .912 SV%. Jaroslav Halak has a record of 8-6-2 with a 2.64 GAA and a .907 SV%. Adam Fox has 53 points. He is 5th in points, tied for 7th in goals, and 5th in assists amongst all of the NHL’s defensemen. The Rangers are third in the Metropolitan division with a 10-point lead on the fourth-place New York Islanders. This team is set to make the playoffs. Betting On The Detroit Red Wings Season Record: 27-21-8 1XBet Spread: +1.5 1XBet Moneyline: 3.084 1XBet Over/Under: Under 5.5 BetMGM Spread: +1.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 2.40 BetMGM Over/Under: Over 6 The Detroit Red Wings were a +135 underdog in their last game, but they won Washington Capitals 3-1, in a crucial Eastern Conference matchup. Pius Suter scored twice. Robert Hagg scored a goal. Ville Husso stopped 26 out of 27 shots faced. Detroit’s offense has been playing well on offense lately. They scored four or more goals in five of their last 10 games. They rank 18th in goals per game and 29th in shots per game. Dylan Larkin leads the Red Wings with 56 points and 22 goals. Dominik Kubalik has 36 points, David Perron has 35 points, and Lucas Raymond has 33 points. The Red Wings’ defense has been good, but their goaltending is almost less than average, especially by this team’s standards. They rank 18th in goals per game and 12th in shots against per game. Ville Husso has a record of 22-13-5 with a 2.90 GAA and .905 SV%. Magnus Hellberg has a record of 3-4-1 with a 2.63 GAA and .903 SV%. Filip Hronek has 36 points. Detroit is in 5th position in the Atlantic Division but they are only two points away from the final Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference. The Red Wings have improved this season. The Islanders and Panthers presently hold the two Wild Card spots but 5 points or less separate the Islanders, Panthers, Penguins, Capitals, Buffalo Sabres, and Red Wings. It will be a tight race to the end of the season. MatchPlug Prediction Lately, Detroit has been playing well, winning six of their last seven games. Their offense has gotten better two, scoring four goals or more in five of their last 10 games. They are slowly moving up the standings in the Eastern Conference and have put themselves in contention to secure the Wild Card spot. The Rangers, on the other hand, lost two games after winning 7 consecutive games. They scored two goals or lower in their past 10 games. Unlike the Rangers, Detroit has more to play for, as they are in contention for a Wild Card spot with many other teams. However, the Rangers are leading the Islanders in the division. Since they are playing at home, Detroit will upset New York to win this matchup. Final Prediction: Detroit Moneyline. Related Preview: NHL Expert Picks; Washington Capitals VS Anaheim Ducks Predictions Today

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NHL Expert Picks; Seattle Kraken VS Philadelphia Flyers Predictions Today

Seattle Kraken VS Philadelphia Flyers is a game between two teams on different ends of the standings this campaign. Seattle has a 29-18-5 record but hopes to recover from their three consecutive losses. Philadelphia has a 22-22-10 record and is gracing the bottom of the Metropolitan Division. These two teams will play today to improve in standings and their respective divisions, making the upcoming game an interesting one. In case you missed it, these are some of the best NHL Predictions Today today for Kraken and Flyers, brought to you by MatchPlug. Predictions and Betting Preview for Seattle Kraken VS Philadelphia Flyers Venue: Barclays Center, Brooklyn. When: Sunday, February 12th, 2023 Time: 10:00 GMT Teams to play: Seattle Kraken and Philadelphia Flyers NHL Picks: MONEYLINE 2.155 Odds as seen on 1XBet and BetMGM. Betting On The Seattle Kraken Season Record: 29-18-5 1XBet Spread: -1.5 1XBet Moneyline: 2.155 1XBet Over/Under: Over 6.5 BetMGM Spread: -1.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 1.70 BetMGM Over/Under: Over 6.5 Seattle is having a great season with their offense taking the lead, scoring 3.48 goals per game. Jordan Eberle, Jared McCann, and Matthew Beniers have scored 51 goals and 69 assists to lead the top two lines, while the other defense members have stepped up too. Yanni Gourde, Olivier Bjorkstrand, and Daniel Sprong combined for 31 goals and 58 assists, while Vince Dunn the defenseman added nine goals and 30 assists from the point to open up the offense line. The Kraken’s offense has played well, but their defense has been terrible, allowing 3.12 goals per game with 13 goals in the past three games. Adam Larsson and Vince Dunn share 7.3 defensive points and 164 blocked shots, but the rest of the unit has struggled, allowing opponents to score shots at will. Additionally, goaltender Martin Jones has struggled with a .891 save percentage and a 2.92 goals-against average on 948 shots with -13.8 goals saved above average. Betting On The Philadelphia Flyers Season Record: 22-22-10 1XBet Spread: +1.5 1XBet Moneyline: 2.936 1XBet Over/Under: Under 6.5 BetMGM Spread: +1.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 2.20 BetMGM Over/Under: Under 6.5 The Philadelphia Flyers are having a tough season with a failing offense that has only scored 2.72 goals per game with just four goals in their last 3 games. Travis Konecny, Scott Laughton, and Kevin Hayes share 52 goals and 73 assists, while the rest of the offense line struggles. Just 5 skaters have 10 goals or higher, making it easy for opposing defenses to limit the top-heavy offense. Philadelphia’s defense has also struggled, allowing 3.09 goals per game. Ivan Provorov and Travis Sanheim combine for 4.6 defensive point shares, and the other defense members have struggled. Felix Sandstrom the Flyers’ goaltender has struggled with a .886 save percentage and a 3.45 goals-against average on 280 shots with -5.7 goals saved above average. MatchPlug Prediction Seattle may have lost three consecutive matches, but they will sit up and control today’s game from the first period. The Kraken should have no problems finding the back of the net with McCann and Eberle leading the forward unit to carry the puck into the offensive zone and creating open shots. They will curb the Philadelphia Flyers offense that scored just four goals in the past three games. Dunn, Larsson, and the other defensive unit players will create turnovers in the defensive zone and limit shots on the net. This should allow Jones to save plenty of goals. The Seattle Krakens should win the matchup to end their losing streak with a great performance on the road. Final Prediction: Seattle Kraken Moneyline. However, you can find the match odds and NHL Expert Picks for this game on 1XBet and BetMGM. Related: NHL Expert Picks: Edmonton Oilers VS Montreal Canadiens Predictions Today

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NHL Expert Picks: Edmonton Oilers VS Montreal Canadiens Predictions Today

Edmonton Oilers VS Montreal Canadiens features two teams which are playing the second outing of their different back-to-back sets. The Oilers and Canadiens will clash in Montreal, as the Canadiens who are in 8th position in the Atlantic Division will host the Edmonton Oilers who are 2nd in the Pacific division. For the best previews and odds for all NHL games, you can visit MatchPlug. We offer you the best NHL Predictions Today for the Oilers and Canadiens matchup. Predictions, Odds and Betting Preview for Edmonton Oilers VS Montreal Canadiens Where: Bell Centre, Montreal When: Sunday, February 12th, 2023 Time: 9:30 GMT Teams to play: Edmonton Oilers and Montreal Canadiens NHL Expert Picks: SPREAD -1.5 Odds as seen on 1XBet and BetMGM. Betting On The Edmonton Oilers Season Record: 30-18-5 1XBet Spread: -1.5 1XBet Moneyline: 1.67 1XBet Over/Under: Over 6.5 BetMGM Spread: -1.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 1.40 BetMGM Over/Under: Over 6.5 The Edmonton Oilers played 2-0-1 on their recent 4-date road trek after winning their last 4 fixtures (3-0-1) for the third time, following a 6-3 win against the Ottawa Senators. Connor McDavid who has 42 goals and 97 points this year clinched a snipe and two assists, extending his point streak to 15 matchups (10 goals, 15 assists), as Edmonton buried three unanswered markers in the final third. This includes a power-play strike and the second shorty of the day, after blowing a 3-1 lead at the end of the second period. With this, Edmonton has stretched its ongoing point run to 11 outings (9-0-2). Jack Campbell the Oilers goalie (17-8-1 on the season with a 3.27 GAA and a .890 save percentage), stopped 26 shots for his eight consecutive triumphs. Stuart Skinner (13-10-4 on the year with a 2.84 GAA and a .916 save percentage) is expected to dominate the Oilers’ crease tomorrow, after picking up an impeccable 2-0-0 career record against the Montreal Canadiens with a 2.50 GAA and a .911 save percentage. Edmonton on the other hand is netting the highest number of goals per match in 2022-23 (3.75), while allowing the 14th-highest amount defensively (3.15). They top the league in power play (31.5%) and 22nd in penalty kill (76.1%). Betting On The Montreal Canadiens Season Record: 21-27-4 1XBet Spread: +1.5 1XBet Moneyline: 4.38 1XBet Over/Under: Under 6.5 BetMGM Spread: +1.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 3.00 BetMGM Over/Under: Under 6.5 The Montreal Canadiens finally ended their four-game losing skid (0-3-1) when they went 1-1-0 on their recent four-date homestand after an overtime win against the New York Islanders on their home ice. After Nick Suzuki (17 goals, 41 points this year) started the scoring halfway through the opening frame. The Canadiens tied the game twice in the third period before Mike Matheson (2 goals, 10 points) notched the winner on a rebound with 22 seconds left in the extra session. Justin Barron (1 goal, 5 points) and Kirby Dach (12 goals, 34 points) also came through for the Habs which split their last eight home contests (4-3-1). Sam Montembeault Montreal’s goalie (11-10-2 on the season with a 3.17 GAA and a .909 save percentage) made 27 saves but will vacate the net for Jake Allen ahead of today’s matchup with Edmonton. Allen who has a 10-7-2 tally for the ongoing season with a 3.58 GAA and a .891 save percentage, is 9-9-2 against the Oilers with a 2.72 GAA and a .903 save percentage. The Habs are 4th in lowest goals scored per game this season (2.58), 5th in most goals forfeited on average (3.69), the bottom of the league in power play (15.4%) and 3rd from the bottom in penalty kill (72.5%). MatchPlug Prediction The Edmonton Oilers have won 5 of their last 7 games played with no breaks, while the Montreal Canadiens have dropped 11 of their past 15 meeting with the Oilers in Montreal. If we were to follow the trends, today’s game signals a total victory for one team. The Canadiens have lost 31 outings in this campaign, beaten by more than one strike in 24 of them. The Oilers have emerged victorious by a margin of at least two markers in 21 of their 30 wins this season, including 15 of their past 17. Final Prediction: Edmonton Oilers Spread (-1.5). Related: NHL Expert Picks; Seattle Kraken VS Philadelphia Flyers Predictions Today

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NHL Expert Picks; New York Islanders VS Vegas Golden Knights Predictions Today

The New York Islanders VS Vegas Golden Knights matchup features two teams playing for a chance to enter into the All-Star break. Vegas sits near the top of the Pacific Division owning to their 29-17-3 record. New York fell to the bottom of the Metropolitan Divison, no thanks to their current 23-22-5 record and January 2-8-3 record. With All-Star Weekend inching closer, it will be interesting to see how things play out between these teams and which of them will advance to the event. These are some of the best NHL Predictions Today today for Islanders and Knights, brought to you by MatchPlug. Predictions and Betting Preview for New York Islanders VS Vegas Golden Knights Venue: Barclays Center, Brooklyn. When: Saturday, January 28th, 2023 Time: 16:30 GMT Teams to play: New York Islanders and Vegas Golden Knights NHL Picks: MONEYLINE 2.54 Odds as seen on 1XBet and BetMGM. Betting On The New York Islanders Season Record: 23-22-5 record 1XBet Spread: -1.5 1XBet Moneyline: 2.54 1XBet Over/Under: Under 5.5 BetMGM Spread: +1.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 1.91 BetMGM Over/Under: Under 6 Like most teams in the NHL, the New York Islanders have bowed to the damnation caused at the hands of their offense, scoring just 2.88 goals per game with 1.92 goals per game in January. Brock Nelson, Mathew Barzal, and Anders Lee scored 46 goals and facilitated 72 assists, but the other members of the offense line haven’t pulled their weight at all. Only 7 skaters have 7 goals or higher and this makes them sitting ducks for the Knights’ offense. While the offense is nothing to boast of, the Islanders’ defense took the initiative and has allowed only 2.80 goals per game. Ryan Pulock and Alexander Romanov combined for 5.4 defensive points shares and 176 blocked shots. Scott Mayfield, Adam Pelech, and Sebastian Aho have collective 6.3 defensive point shares. Meanwhile, Goaltender Semyon Varlamov has a .912 save percentage and a 2.80 goals-against average on 464 shots. Betting On The Vegas Golden Knights Season Record: 29-17-3 1XBet Spread: +1.5 1XBet Moneyline: 2.68 1XBet Over/Under: Over 5.5 BetMGM Spread: -1.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 1.91 BetMGM Over/Under: Over 6 The Vegas Golden Knights seemed to have escaped the curse of a failing offense, as theirs are up and doing, scoring 3.16 goals per game. Jack Eichel and Chandler Stephenson scored 26 goals and 51 assists, leading the top line, but the other offense members played well too. William Karlsson, Reilly Smith, and Jonathan Marchessault have combined for 44 goals and 53 assists. Vegas’ defense has been good too, Alex Pietrangelo added five goals and 26 assists to help open up the offense. The entire offense line allowed only 2.88 goals per game. Brayden McNabb and Alec Martinez combined for 5.5 defensive point shares and 257 blocked shots. Pietrangelo, Nicolas Hague, and Ben Hutton combined for 4.5 defensive point shares to give the unit depth. Additionally, Logan Thompson the Golden Knights’ goaltender is having a hell of a season, with a .912 save percentage and a 2.71 goals-against average on 1031 shots. MatchPlug PredictionThe Islanders will try to put an end to a difficult month, in today’s game, but the Golden Knights will double down on their efforts to dominate the game on both ends of the ice. Vegas with their average of 3.16 goals per game, should have no problem finding the back of New York’s net. Stephenson, Eichel and the forward unit will carry the puck into the offensive zone and use quick passes to create open shots. The Golden Knights will weaken the Islanders’ offense which averages only 2.88 goals per game with McNabb, Martinez and the defensive unit limiting shots on the net with turnovers in the defensive zone. This should give Thompson enough space to save plenty of goals. Expert predictions place the Vegas Golden Knights as the Moneyline favourites to win the game with a powerful road performance. However, you can find the match odds and NHL Expert Picks for this game on 1XBet and BetMGM. MatchPlug Prediction: Mitch Marner Scores Outstanding Overtime Goal Lifts Maple Leafs Over Rangers

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NHL Expert Picks: Nashville Predators VS New Jersey Devils Predictions Today

The Nashville Predators VS New Jersey Devils game features two teams who although they seek to dominate each other, want different things this season. New Jersey has a 31-12-4 record and consecutive wins that placed them at the top of the Metropolitan Division. While Nashville has a 23-18-6 record and has improved in the Central Division by winning their past two games. Both the Predators and the Devils want to climb the standings in their respective divisions, and that energy will translate into today’s game. MatchPlug is a good Prediction Site where you can find the best previews and odds for all NHL games. We have provided you with Betting Tips Today for the Nashville Predators and New Jersey Devils game. Read: Mitch Marner Scores Outstanding Overtime Goal Lifts Maple Leafs Over Rangers Predictions, Odds and Betting Preview for Nashville Predators VS New Jersey Devils Where: Bridgestone Arena, Nashville When: Thursday, January 26th, 2023 Time: 17:00 GMT Teams to play: Nashville Predators and New Jersey Devils NHL Picks: MONEYLINE 2.262 Odds as seen on 1XBet and BetMGM. Betting On The Nashville Predators Season Record: 23-18-6 1XBet Spread: +1.5 1XBet Moneyline: 2.816 1XBet Over/Under: Under 5.5 BetMGM Spread: +1.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 2.10 BetMGM Over/Under: Under 6 Nashville’s challenging season stems largely from their struggling offense which scored just 2.74 goals per game. Filip Forsberg and Matt Duchene combine for 31 goals and 45 assists, while Roman Josi the defenseman, added 12 goals and 28 assists from the blue line. The rest of the offense battled to score points; only 5 skaters scored 8 goals or higher and the opposing defenses wasted no time in destroying the helpless offense. Although the Predators’ offense fails, their defense improved, allowing just 2.89 goals per game, including four goals in the last two games. Ryan McDonagh and Roman Josi share 5.5 defensive points and 189 blocked shots. Mattias Ekholm and Dante Fabbro combine 4.3 defensive point shares. In addition, Jusse Saros the Predators goaltender came through with a .930 save percentage and a 2.70 goals-against average on 1204 shots. Betting On The New Jersey Devils Season Record: 31-12-4 1XBet Spread: -1.5 1XBet Moneyline: 2.262 1XBet Over/Under: Over 5.5 BetMGM Spread: -1.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 1.77 BetMGM Over/Under: Over 6 Of the two teams, the New Jersey Devils are the ones who are having a fantastic season. The Devils’ offense led with 3.47 goals scored per game, plus 32 goals in the last 8 games. Jack Hughes, Jesper Bratt, and Nico Hischier scored 69 goals and 85 assists two leading the top lines. However, the rest of New Jersey’s offense has played well too. Dawson Mercer, Miles Wood, and Yegor Sharangovich combine 30 goals and 46 assists, while Dougie Hamilton and Ryan Graves the defensemen have contributed 18 goals and 40 assists from the point to open up the offense. The defense also improved, allowing just 2.60 goals per game, which includes only 3 goals in the last 2 games. Graves and Jonas Seigenthaler combined 7.2 defensive point shares and 168 blocked shots. Hamilton, Damon Severson, and Brendan Smith share 6.5 defensive points, adding to the unit’s depth. Vitek Vanecek the Devils’ goaltender, improved with a .916 save percentage and a 2.30 goals-against average on 776 shots. MatchPlug Prediction NHL Predictions Today foretells that New Jersey which has had a good season will try to control the matchup from the first period, despite Nashville wanting to win on their home ice. The Devils with their 3.47 average goals per game will pile on the goals with Hughes, Bratt, and the other members of the forward unit taking the Puck into the offensive zone and creating open shots. New Jersey which allows only 2.60 goals per game, will curb the efforts of the Predators’ offense. Hamilton, Graves, and the defensive unit will create turnovers in the defensive zone and limit shots on the net, giving Vanecek the chance to make saves. NHL Expert Picks select the Devils to win the game with a powerful performance on the road, giving them their third consecutive victory. Final Prediction: New Jersey Devils Moneyline. NFL News: Gino Odjick Former NHL Player Dies At Age 52

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NHL Expert Picks: Philadelphia Flyers VS Winnipeg Jets Predictions Today

Today’s Philadelphia Flyers and Winnipeg Jets matchup is between two NHL teams heading in different directions this season. Winnipeg Jets have a 30-16-1 record and rank second place in the Central Division, while the Philadelphia Flyers have a 20-20-7 record and are close to the bottom of the Metropolitan Division. The Jets hope to remain close to the top of the Western Conference, and the Flyers want to turn the season they’ve been having around. These motives make the upcoming game an interesting one. MatchPlug is a sure Prediction Site where you can find previews and odds for all NHL games and American Sports. On that note, these are the best Betting Tips Today for Philadelphia Flyers and Winnipeg Jets. Predictions, Odds and Betting Preview for Philadelphia Flyers VS Winnipeg Jets Where: Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia When: Sunday, January 22nd, 2023 Time: 16:00 GMT Teams to play: Philadelphia Flyers and Winnipeg Jets NHL Picks: MONEYLINE 2.1 Odds as seen on 1XBet and BetMGM. These are some NHL Predictions Today by experts to pay attention to if you are betting on the Flyers and Jets game: Betting On The Philadelphia Flyers Season Record: 20-20-7 1XBet Spread: +1.5 1XBet Moneyline: 3.3 1XBet Over/Under: Under 5.5 BetMGM Spread: +1.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 2.35 BetMGM Over/Under: Under 6.5 Philadelphia’s offense has struggled this season, scoring just 2.78 goals per game. Kevin Hayes, Travis Konecny, and Scott Laughton scored a combined 49 goals and 69 assists, but the rest of the offense line was found wanting. Only six of the Flyers’ skaters have eight goals or higher and because of this, opposing defenses can eliminate their weak offense. The Flyers’ offense isn’t the only part of the team that battles with performance, its defense struggled too, allowing 3.22 goals per game. Travis Sanheim and Ivan Provorov share 3.8 defensive points. The other members of the Flyers’ defense can’t perform, allowing opponents to score shots as they, please. Additionally, Philadelphia’s goaltender Felix Sandstrom couldn’t do his job in the net, with a .888 save percentage and a 3.37 goals-against average on 251 shots. Betting On The Winnipeg Jets Season Record: 19-21-3 1XBet Spread: -1.5 1XBet Moneyline: 2.1 1XBet Over/Under: Over 5.5 BetMGM Spread: -1.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 1.60 BetMGM Over/Under: Over 6.5 Winnipeg Jets have had a fantastic season with their offense scoring 3.24 goals per game. Kyle Connor, Pierre-Luc Dubois, and Mark Scheifele scored 71 goals and 77 assists leading the two top lines. The rest of the offense line played well too, Blake Wheeler, Cole Perfetti, and Adam Lowry combined for 26 goals and 57 assists. Defensemen Josh Morrissey and Neal Pionk added 15 goals and 56 assists put the offense over the top. Although the Jets’ offense has been good, the defense was what carried the team, allowing 2.65 goals per game. Morrissey and Dylan DeMelo combined for 5.9 defensive point shares and 117 blocked shots. Brenden Dillion, Neal Pionk, and Nate Schmidt have combined for 7.1 defensive point shares, adding depth to the unit. Furthermore, Connor Hellebuyck, Winnipeg’s goaltender stepped up too with a .923 save percentage and a 2.43 goals-against average on 1102 shots. MatchPlug Prediction Philadelphia will move to win this match on their home ice, but Winnipeg who has had a fantastic season will try to control the game. The Jets with their 3.24 goals per game average, should score several times against the Flyers’ defense that allows 3.22 goals per game. Connor, Dubois, and the forward unit will control the puck in the offensive zone and create open shots using quick centering passes. Winnipeg will also disable the Flyers’ offense as Morrissey, DeMelo and the defensive unit create turnovers in the defensive zone and limit shots on the Jets’ net. This should allow Hellebuyck to make lots of big saves. NHL Expert Picks select the Winnipeg Jets who are predicted to win the match with a superior performance on the road. Final Prediction: Winnipeg Jets Moneyline. NHL News: Gino Odjick Former NHL Player Dies At Age 52

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Ottawa Senators VS Pittsburgh Penguins

NHL Expert Picks: Ottawa Senators VS Pittsburgh Penguins Predictions Today

Ottawa Senators VS Pittsburgh Penguins is a game between two teams hoping to move past their equally challenging season. The Senators have a 19-21-3 record and have dropped to the bottom of the Atlantic Division, no thanks to their consecutive losses. Pittsburgh Penguins on their own part have a 22-15-6 record but only won three out of their past 10 games. Both teams will try to improve in the Eastern Conference and due to this, today’s game promises to be an interesting one. MatchPlug covers some NHL Predictions Today surrounding the Ottawa and Pittsburgh matchup. Predictions and Betting Preview for Ottawa Senators And Pittsburgh Penguins Where: Canadian Tire Centre, Ontario When: Wednesday, January 18, 2023 Time: 16:00 GMT Teams to play: Ottawa Senators and Pittsburgh Penguins NHL Picks: MONEYLINE 2.375 Odds presented by 1XBet and BetMGM. Ottawa Senators And Pittsburgh Penguins Predictions These are some NHL predictions for today’s matchup between the Senators and Penguins. The Senators’ Defense Is A Let-Down Season Record: 19-21-3 1XBet Spread: +1.5 1XBet Moneyline: 2.625 1XBet Over/Under: Under 6.5 BetMGM Spread: +1.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 2.05 BetMGM Over/Under: Under 6.5 The Ottawa Senators are having a rough season with their offense falling, scoring only 2.91 goals per game with just one goal in the last two games. Brad Tkachuk and Tim Stützle share 34 goals and 48 assists to lead the top two lines, but the other members of offense have struggled. Ottawa hopes that Shane Pinto and Derrick Brassard can step up, especially as they play a vital role in the team’s offense but scored only 16 goals and 12 assists this season. While the Senator’s offense has struggled, their defense is a source of disappointment to the team. Thomas Chabot and Jake Sanderson combine for 4.3 defensive point shares, but the other defense members allowed opponents to score open shots on the net. In addition, goaltender Anton Forsberg battled with a .902 percentage and a 3.25 goals-against average on 635 shots. Penguins Hope To Improve Their Defense Season Record: 19-21-3 1XBet Spread: -1.5 1XBet Moneyline: 2.375 1XBet Over/Under: Over 6.5 BetMGM Spread: -1.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 1.80 BetMGM Over/Under: Over 6.5 The Pittsburgh Penguins are having a hopeful season with their offense now scoring 3.21 goals per game. Sidney Crosby, Jake Guentzel, and Evgeni Malkin scored 54 goals and 75 assists to lead the top two lines, however, the rest of the Penguins’ offense has also improved. Rickard Rakell, Jason Zucker, and Bryan Rust have a combined 36 goals and 48 assists, Jeff Carter, Kasperi Kapanen, and Brock McGinn contributed 23 goals and 28 assists to the back of the forward unit, making Pittsburgh’s offense hard to beat. The Penguins’ offense has been great so far, but their defense is drowning, allowing 3.02 goals per game. Marcus Pettersson and Jan Rutta combined for 3.9 defensive point shares and 140 blocked shots, but the other arm of the defensive unit struggles, allowing opponents to score open shots on the net at will. Additionally, goaltender Casey DeSmith is struggling with a .906 save percentage and a 3.10 goals-against average on 554 shots. MatchPlug Prediction Ottawa VS Pittsburgh will be an exciting game between two sides of the NHL looking to improve in the Eastern Conference. The Senators want to win on their home ice but the Penguins want to find favourable games on both sides of the ice. Pittsburgh will build off a four-goal game and find the back of the net at will against Ottawa’s defense that allows 3.23 goals per game. Sidney Crosby, Jake Guentzel and the other members of the forward unit will carry the puck into the offensive zone and create open shots with efficient puck movement near the net. The Penguins will also limit the Senators’ offense which has scored just one goal in the last two games. Marcus Pettersson, Jan Rutta, and the remaining defensive unit will create turnovers in the defensive zone and limit shots on the net to allow Casey DeSmith to make many big saves. NHL Expert Picks predict that Pittsburgh should win the match with a dominant win on the road. Final Prediction: Pittsburgh Penguins Moneyline. NHL News: Gino Odjick Former NHL Player Dies At Age 52

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