NHL Picks (Today's Free Predictions, Tips, Parlays)

Boston Bruins at Detroit Red Wings Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Guy Bruhn - 4/1/2014

The Boston Bruins may look like the better team on paper and may have the the better record, but the Detroit Red Wings were able to dominate them the last time they faced each other. The Red Wings were able to score six straight goals in that late-November matchup in a game they ended up winning 6-1.

New York Islanders at Ottawa Senators Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Josh Schonwald - 4/1/2014

The New York Islanders and the Ottawa Senators last saw each other back in early November, a game that the Islanders ended up winning 5-4 in overtime. This game was made for the type of hockey fan who loves offense, as a total of 88 shots were taken and nine goals were scored.

Phoenix Coyotes at Los Angeles Kings Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 4/1/2014

The Los Angeles Kings looked to have a home win sewn up heading into the third period the last time they faced the Phoenix Coyotes, but the visitors were able to get two third period goals to pull off the comeback win. The game definitely had a playoff feel to it, but it was the Coyotes who put in the extra effort late in the game to get the impressive home victory.

Edmonton Oilers at Anaheim Ducks Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Guy Bruhn - 4/1/2014

The last place Edmonton Oilers don't win many games, but when they do, they usually rely on a great game from goalie Ben Scrivens. That was the case the last time they played the Anaheim Ducks, a game they won 4-3 in overtime less than a week ago.

Montreal Canadiens at Tampa Bay Lightning Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Guy Bruhn - 3/31/2014

The Montreal Canadiens and the Tampa Bay Lightning will certainly remember the last time they faced each other. The Lightning were able to win the game 2-1 in overtime, but the most memorable part of the game happened in the second period when Lightning goalie Ben Bishop got into a short fight with Canadiens' right wing Brandon Prust.

Colorado Avalanche at Columbus Blue Jackets Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 3/31/2014

The Colorado Avalanche and Columbus Blue Jackets were in a high-scoring affair the last time they saw each other in a game the Avalanche ended up winning 5-3. Colorado can thank their power-play for the win, as they were able to convert all three of their chances with the extra man.

Florida Panthers at New York Islanders Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Josh Schonwald - 3/31/2014

The Florida Panthers were able to beat the New York Islanders 5-3 the last time they played thanks to a four-goal third period. In a season full of low points, this was certainly one of the games of the season for the Panthers.

New York Rangers at Vancouver Canucks Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Guy Bruhn - 3/31/2014

Tuesday night's matchup between the Rangers and Canucks is important for both teams for very different reasons. New York is headed to the playoffs barring an absolute collapse, but want to win to keep a hold on home ice for the first round.

Edmonton Oilers at San Jose Sharks Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Guy Bruhn - 3/31/2014

The Pacific Division-leading San Jose Sharks did what they were expected to do the the last time they played the Edmonton Oilers by blowing them out 5-2 in Edmonton. Edmonton actually lead the game 1-0 through the first period, but the Sharks found their groove and scored five goals in the final two periods.

Calgary Flames at Toronto Maple Leafs Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 3/31/2014

The Toronto Maple Leafs were able to continue their hot start to the season when they last played the Calgary Flames by beating them 4-2. It was the first time in nearly 12 years that the Maple Leafs had won a game in Calgary and, more importantly to them, it was their third win in a row.

Carolina Hurricanes at Pittsburgh Penguins Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Josh Schonwald - 3/31/2014

In the last matchup between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Penguins were able to edge out a 4-3 overtime road win. Neither team could hold a lead in this one, which made it made it very entertaining to watch for the neutral hockey fan.

Dallas Stars at Washington Capitals Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Guy Bruhn - 3/31/2014

The Dallas Stars last played the Washington Capitals in their second game of the season and were able to beat them 2-1 thanks to good defensive play and solid work in the net. The Caps were close to tying it up multiple times after going down by one, but their shots either hit the bar or were saved by Dallas goalie Kari Lehtonen.

New Jersey Devils at Buffalo Sabres Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 3/31/2014

The Buffalo Sabres last played the New Jersey Devils in early January and were able to beat them 2-1 on home ice. The win was just the 12th of the season for the last place Sabres, but it was their fifth straight home win. After no goals were scored in the first period, Matt Moulson got the Sabres on the board first with a power-play goal with just 31 seconds remaining in the second period.

Winnipeg Jets at Phoenix Coyotes Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Josh Schonwald - 3/31/2014

In their last meeting, Winnipeg welcomed the Coyotes back from the Olympic break by beating them 3-2 in a shootout. The teams have taken different paths since that February 27th meeting with Phoenix climbing into the 8th seed in the Western Conference playoff run and Winnipeg sliding the other way down the scale.

Winnipeg Jets at Anaheim Ducks Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Guy Bruhn - 3/29/2014

The Jets ended the home dominance of Anaheim when they handed them their first regulation loss back on January 21st. The Ducks have lost 6 games at the Honda Center since then but would still love to exact a measure of revenge as they meet again.

Minnesota Wild at Los Angeles Kings Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 3/29/2014

A Nino Niederreiter goal in the 3rd period followed by the only goal of the shootout enabled Minnesota to escape from L.A with an upset victory the last time they met, but the Kings will look for a rebuttal as they surge toward the playoffs.

Florida Panthers at New Jersey Devils Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 3/29/2014

New Jersey is running out of time in its quest to return to the playoffs for the first time since a Stanley Cup Finals loss in 2012. The Devils trail the final spot in the East by 4 points but have only 8 remaining on the schedule.

Carolina Hurricanes at Ottawa Senators Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Josh Schonwald - 3/29/2014

Carolina is all but eliminated from playoff contention as the 2013/14 season winds down, trailing the 8th seed by 7 points with only about 10 games remaining. That being said, stranger things have happened but every game is a must win here on out, including Monday's matchup with the reeling Senators.

Carolina Hurricanes at Ottawa Senators Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Josh Schonwald - 3/29/2014

Carolina is all but eliminated from playoff contention as the 2013/14 season winds down, trailing the 8th seed by 7 points with only about 10 games remaining. That being said, stranger things have happened but every game is a must win here on out, including Monday's matchup with the reeling Senators.

Chicago Blackhawks at Pittsburgh Penguins Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Josh Schonwald - 3/29/2014

In an early March matchup that could end up being a Stanley Cup preview, the Chicago Blackhawks were able to top the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-1 in a surprisingly one-sided game. The game was part of the NHL's Stadium Series, so the two teams played in the snow at Soldier Field in front of a packed house.