Happy to play on the Jackets here in what is a slight schedule mismatch against Utah.
Columbus is in the middle of a three-game week, while Utah is playing four with a big weekend on the road coming up against the Hurricanes and Capitals.
- Tip: Back the Blue Jackets to Win @ $2.20
Player Pick
These two sides met for the first time just over a week ago where it was virtually a Zach Werenski highlight reel.
Columbus’ veteran defenceman scored the overtime winner to go with five shots on the night, so it’s worth including him in your bets if he’s cleared off the injury report in time.
- Tip: Zach Werenski Anytime Goalscorer
The Avs are hoping to bounce back after being shut out by the Canucks on Wednesday, while the Flames suffered a 6-3 loss at the hands of the Leafs.
Calgary is playing its fourth game in six nights, so this is a definite disadvantage for Ryan Huska’s side. That said, the Avs are playing the first of a back-to-back before a quick visit to Edmonton on Saturday.
Given this is the weaker matchup, we could see Alexander Georgiev between the pipes for Colorado, which has me leaning towards the Flames.
The Avs have lost three of their five games this season in the first half of a back-to-back, and with Flames goalie David Wolf still playing well, there’s good value here for an upset.
- Tip: Back the Flames to Win @ $2.30
Player Pick
As mentioned, Georgiev could start for the Avs, which is worrying if you’re a Colorado fan. The veteran netminder has lost the last six games he’s started, giving up more than three goals in five of them. With five goals and 37 shots to his name over the last calendar month, this looks like a good place to bet on Calgary’s young winger, Matt Coronato.
- Tip: Matt Coronato Anytime Goal Scorer