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

Toronto Maple Leafs at San Jose Sharks Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Josh Schonwald - 3/10/2014

The San Jose Sharks and Toronto Maple last met up on Dec. 3 of last year. In this game, the Sharks were able to get out of Toronto with a 4-2 win. Mike Brown had a goal against his old team at the 10 minute mark of the first period to start off the game. This was followed up by a power play goal by Joe Thornton to go up 2-0 on the Maple Leafs.

New York Rangers at Carolina Hurricanes Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 3/10/2014

On March 7th, the Carolina Hurricanes hosted the New York Rangers. The Rangers were able to win this one 4-2 behind a furious third period in which the Rangers scored four goals. This victory just adds to the total as the Rangers are 10-0 over their last 10 games versus the Hurricanes.

Detroit Red Wings at Columbus Blue Jackets Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 3/10/2014

In an early season matchup, the Columbus Blue Jackets visited the Detroit Red Wings on Oct. 15 of 2013. The Red Wings were lifted by Henrik Zetterberg in the second period for the final goal of the game. Jonas Gustavsson then shut Columbus down for the rest of the game with 37 saves.

Carolina Hurricanes at New Jersey Devils Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 3/7/2014

New Jersey has to get hot in their last 19 games if they want to make the playoffs and so far out of the Olympic break they're playing like it. The Devils have scored 5, 6, and 4 goals in their three wins and their only loss was to the always tough San Jose Sharks.

Boston Bruins at Florida Panthers Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Josh Schonwald - 3/7/2014

There's nothing Boston would like more than to overtake Pittsburgh for the #1 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs and continuing their dominance over the Florida Panthers would go a long way in determining that fate. The Bruins are 4-0 against Florida this season and save for a 3-2 victory back on October 17th the games really haven't been close.

Chicago Blackhawks at Buffalo Sabres Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 3/7/2014

Chicago is only 2-2 since returning from the Olympic break but when they've posted victories it's been in dominant fashion. They look to continue the offensive onslaught when they take on the NHL's worst team in the Buffalo Sabres.

Detroit Red Wings at New York Rangers Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 3/7/2014

Detroit has a stranglehold on the 8th playoff spot in the Eastern Conference despite two straight losses but is in a virtual tie with the Columbus Blue Jackets. On top of that only 2 points separate Washington and New Jersey so every game counts from here on out for the Red Wings.

Los Angeles Kings at Edmonton Oilers Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Tony - 3/7/2014

Los Angeles is a shoe-in for the Western Conference postseason with 18 games left to play but that doesn't mean they can't continue to assert their dominance over last place Edmonton. The Kings have been one of the NHL's hottest teams both before and after the Olympic break, winning all 6 games between February 6th and March 6th.

St Louis Blues at Minnesota Wild Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 3/7/2014

St. Louis has put their one big question to test after acquiring goalie Ryan Miller and looks poised to make a legitimate run for the Stanley Cup. The Blues won the first 3 games that Miller started and have turned things around since starting 0-2 after the Olympic break.

Philadelphia Flyers at Toronto Maple Leafs Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Josh Schonwald - 3/6/2014

The Olympic break hasn't stopped the red hot Flyers so far but a well rested Toronto squad wants to change that. Two teams that are virtual playoff locks aren't necessarily in a do or die situation Saturday night but 20 games left in the season is no time to get complacent.

Montreal Canadiens at San Jose Sharks Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Josh Schonwald - 3/6/2014

When the San Jose Sharks visited the Montreal Canadiens the Sharks were able to walk away winners by a score of 2-1. Logan Couture did all of the scoring for the Sharks but none came easier for him then his second goal of the night. This happened after the puck was dumped in and took an odd bounce and landed on Couture's stick.

Calgary Flames at Vancouver Canucks Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 3/6/2014

On Jan. 18 of this year, the Calgary Flames traveled to Rogers Arena to take on the Vancouver Canucks in what turned out to be a tight one that went to a shootout. This one started off a bit differently. Bob Hartley sent his fourth line out to take the ice for the opening face off and Vancouver Canucks coach John Tortorella did the same. Then there was chaos as the entire line for both squads squared up and five fights broke out.

St Louis Blues at Colorado Avalanche Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Josh Schonwald - 3/6/2014

The St. Louis Blues were winners over the Colorado Avalanche by a score of 4-1 when these two last played on Nov. 27. At this point, both teams were off to hot starts on the season so folks were looking forward to this matchup. However, it was the St. Louis Blues that showcased their talents in this one.

Ottawa Senators at Winnipeg Jets Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 3/6/2014

On January 2nd the Winnipeg Jets traveled to the Canadian Tire Centre to take on the Ottawa Senators. The Senators were able to best the Jets 4-3 when Clarke MacArthur scored the winning goal at the 11:29 mark of the third period. This was Ottawa's third straight win and they were finally playing some good hockey.

Phoenix Coyotes at Washington Capitals Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Josh Schonwald - 3/6/2014

The Washington Capitals visited the Phoenix Coyotes on Nov. 9 of last year in what turned out to be an overtime thriller. The Coyotes were able to slip one past the Capitals and defend their home ice by a score of 4-3. The Coyotes were resilient on this night.

Columbus Blue Jackets at Nashville Predators Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 3/6/2014

Two teams on the opposite side of the playoff spectrum meet up Saturday night in Nashville. The Blue Jackets are chasing their first postseason berth since the 2008/09 season while the Predators find themselves mired in last place in the Central, failing to qualify for the playoffs for a second straight year.

Minnesota Wild at Dallas Stars Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Josh Schonwald - 3/6/2014

Every one of the 20 games left in the 2013/14 season is crucial for the Stars and they especially must win home games against conference foes like Saturday night's matchup at the American Airlines Center. As it stands the Stars hold the 8th seed and a likely first round matchup with Anaheim but in no way are Phoenix (1 game), Winnipeg (1 game), or Vancouver (2 games) ready to throw in the white flag yet.

Boston Bruins at Tampa Bay Lightning Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 3/6/2014

Saturday night's game between Boston and Tampa Bay is potentially a preview of an Eastern Conference playoff first round matchup. As it stands, the Bruins are the #2 seed in the East with the Lightning currently sitting in the 7th spot.

New Jersey Devils at Detroit Red Wings Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 3/5/2014

There will be no need for hugs and greetings when New Jersey travels to Detroit on Friday night as the two squads just met up for a hard fought battle on Tuesday night. New Jersey was able to cash in at home as -114 favorites and the total of 5 was two goals over with the final score being 4-3.

Buffalo Sabres at Florida Panthers Free NHL Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 3/5/2014

Even though Buffalo sits in last place in the Atlantic, well out of the playoff picture, they proved they weren't just going to lay down and die the rest of the season after winning 3 straight out of the Olympic break. Dallas broke that streak Monday night but it's evident that the Sabres are intent on playing with pride the last 20-plus games of the season.