Today'sĀ Picks

-DEN Broncos -9.0 (-110) | 0.5 Units

-LV Raiders v DEN Broncos Over 43.0 (-110) | 0.25 Units

-BUF Sabres 3-Way ML (+115) | 0.25 Units

-ANA Ducks v DAL Stars Over 6.5 (-110) (alternate total) | 0.25 Units

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Why These Picks?

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LVĀ Raiders v DENĀ Broncos: The only two victories the Las Vegas Raiders have so far this season have been at home, friends – and 4 of the 6 losses they’ve taken have been by at least 10 points. These two squads are moving in two completely different directions, and with the Broncos sitting at 7-2, I expect them to win by double digits at home against a struggling visitor (despite this being a divisional matchup). To be frank, I can’t imagine a universe where the Raiders find a way to break through the Broncos’ defense; give me Denver to cover. As far as the total goes, the Over cashed in both of last year’s meetings between these two; I think the Broncos will put enough on the board to see this game fall on the North side of 43. I’ll also toss a sprinkle on the Over to hit.

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STL Blues v BUF Sabres: I can’t think of a better spot to place a wager on the Sabres. The Blues come into this game with Joel Hofer (5.02 GAA) goaltending, as a visitor, and on a back-to-back. If Buffalo doesn’t lock down a regulation win here, I’d be stunned. With every advantage at their disposal, take the Sabres to bag a victory without the need for OT.

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ANA Ducks v DAL Stars: I’m taking a slight alternate here, as I do think this game hits 7 goals. 4 of the last 5 meetings between these two teams have seen at least 6 goals, and despite tonight’s very capable goaltenders, the Ducks offense has been on fire. Anaheim has scored 16 goals in just their last 3 outings, and I don’t doubt that Dallas will put a few on the board here. I’ve gotta put my money on the Over to cash.