There are only 4 games tonight in the NHL. We’re looking to parlay 3 of the games into a bet that will hopefully pay big. The parlay I’ve prepared below will have a payout of just under 12/1 with FanDuel Sportsbook if it hits. Before we dive in, be sure to check out all of our picks and previews for tonight’s games.
Jets ML (+140)
Lightning -1.5 (-110)
Ducks -1.5 (+160)
Parlay odds: +1191
Let’s break down each of the legs one by one.
Winnipeg Jets ML vs Dallas Stars (+140)
Both these teams won their last game. The Jets are slowly but surely turning their season around, and they’re hoping to win big tonight against a divisional opponent. The Jets are coming off a huge 2-0 victory against the Minnesota Wild, and the chances are their energy and confidence are running high and they will be looking to capitalize with their second win in a row. This is admittedly a tough matchup, but at +140 taking Winnipeg makes a lot of sense. Besides the Stars’ home-ice advantage, this game is much closer than oddsmakers are making it seem. The last time these teams met the Jets walked away with a 4-3 victory. It will likely be a similar game tonight as both teams match up well against each other.
Connor Hellebuyck, a former Vezina winner for being the best goaltender in the league, has been struggling for the Jets. But after his third shutout of the year, his confidence levels may have improved. If the Jets have any chance of making the playoffs, they’ll need their starting goaltender to perform at his best, and that’s what bettors should expect tonight. Take Winnipeg on the money line.
Be sure to check out our full game preview for the Winnipeg Jets vs Dallas Stars
Tampa Bay Lightning -1.5 vs Arizona Coyotes (-110)
This game is a complete mismatch. The Lightning are battling for the top spot in the league, while the Coyotes have just 12 wins in 47 games. The Lightning have won 7 of their last 10, while the Coyotes have won just 3 of theirs. The Lightning should win this game easily with the talent they have. It could be argued Tampa Bay has 7 players that are more skilled than the Coyotes’ top player. Arizona won’t be able to line-match well at all. The only way that the Coyotes can cover tonight’s spread is if their goaltender excels, which isn’t that likely. Karel Vejmelka is 7-19-1 while allowing a 3.43 GAA. If the Lightning can have a good offensive night, there’s no way Vehmelka should be able to keep them out. In their meeting earlier this season, the Bolts dominated with a 5-1 victory, and that was without Nikita Kucherov in the lineup. Now that their best player is back it’s hard to imagine the Yotes keeping it close. Take the Lightning on the puck line.
Be sure to check out our full game preview for the Tampa Bay Lightning vs Arizona Coyotes
Anaheim Ducks -1.5 vs Seattle Kraken (+160)
The Ducks are on the brink of losing a playoff spot for the first time this season. This is an extremely important game for Anaheim, so expect a full team effort. John Gibson is expected to start for the Ducks, which is a good sign for bettors. When he’s in the net, he gives them a chance at winning. He’s posting a 2.49 GAA and .922 SVP despite facing the 6th-most shots in the league. The Ducks are 7-2-3 against divisional opponents, while the Kraken are just 3-10-0. In the last meeting between these teams, the Ducks won 4-1 and easily covered the spread, they’ll be looking to do that again. At +160 bettors are getting great value for this matchup. The Kraken aren’t that good while the Ducks should be battling for a playoff spot for the remainder of the season. Take Anaheim to cover the spread.
Be sure to check out our full game preview for the Seattle Kraken vs Anaheim Ducks
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