ATS Database Game Day Previews

NY Rangers vs. Philadelphia

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Ron's Comment: Watch out for this home and home series over the weekend, it promises to have all the sparks and flares of a playoff series. However, that's what the Flyers want, they play better when there's some high emotions involved and look for players like Richards and Carter to step up their game. When PHILADELPHIA team played as a home team - Vs Atlantic opponent - With 1 day off - Scored 1 goals FOR in their last game; the Flyers are 9-3 SU in this spot. When NY RANGERS team Played as Road team as a Underdog - before a division game - After a non division game - Coming off a Road win as a Underdog; The Rangers are 1-9-1 SU in this situation since '97.

Prediction: Philadelphia 4 NY Rangers 2

NY Islanders vs. Boston

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Ron's Comment: As much as we respect and thank the Islanders for pulling through on Thursday night at the Bell Centre when they won 3-2 against Montreal as a +220 road underdog, this is your classic letdown spot. Boston rolls in this one! Plus, keep an eye out on Isles goaltender Yan Danis if he gets the nod between the pipes, this guy is playing for a job next year and could be a good choice for a bottom feeder team who needs goaltending. Furthermore, the Bruins are 8-4 SU after a division game this season. When NY ISLANDERS team Played as Road team as a Underdog - During the month of March - After a conference game - Scored 3 or more goals FOR in their last game; the Islanders are 4-16-1 SU in this role since '96.

Prediction: Boston 3 NY Islanders 2

Detroit vs. St.Louis

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Ron's Comment: St.Louis is coming off an emotional win over the Sharks, but the Red Wings absolutely own the Blues, they are 4-0 this season and 6-1 SU in their last 7 head to head meetings. Plus, look for Hossa to be back in the line up any time, which could be today. When DETROIT team Played as Road team as a Favorite - before a division game - With 1 day off - Scored 5 or less goals FOR in their last game; the Red Wings are 15-6-2 SU in this spot since '97.

Prediction: Detroit 4 St.Louis 2

Ottawa vs. Pittsburgh

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Ron's Comment: Nobody wants to face the Penguins under this new regime in Steel City, as new Penguins Head Coach Dan Bylsma has gotten the big guns rolling and Guerin and Kunitz have made an immediate impact on their new teammates. Plus, bad spot for the Sens; they are 3-7 SU when playing their 3rd game in 4 nights this season. When PITTSBURGH team played as Home team as a Favorite - Last 3 years - Total is 5.5 - Coming off a 1 game loss; the Penguins are 11-2 SU in this role the L3Y.

Prediction: Pittsburgh 4 Ottawa 2

Tampa Bay vs. Florida

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Ron's Comment: Just what the Doctor ordered for the Panthers, a good division home game vs. their inter-state rival to get them back in the playoff race. The Lightning are 2-5 SU in Florida in their last 7 meetings and the OVER is 6-1-0. When TAMPA BAY team played as a Road team - Before a conference game - After a conference game - Coming off a 2 game Road stand; The Lightning are 3-7-1 SU in this spot.

Prediction: Florida 3 Tampa Bay 2

New Jersey vs. Montreal

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Ron's Comment: Big night in Montreal, as this is the game Martin Brodeur can tie Patrick Roy in most games won as a goalie and Patrick will be in the building this evening. Brodeur has owned the Habs during his career, he's 34-15-5 (SU) Straight Up and the Devils are 14-5-1 SU in their last 20 head to head meetings with the Canadiens. Big night for the Devils and the bookmakers agree according to the -115 price. When NEW JERSEY team Played as Road team as a Favorite - Vs Non Division Opponent - After a non division game - Coming off a Home win as a Favorite - Allowed 2 goals AGAINST in their last game; the Devils are 13-3-1 SU in this situation since 1997.

Prediction: New Jersey 2 Montreal 0

Calgary vs. Toronto

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Ron's Comment: Toronto has not been a kind place for the Calgary Flames since 1997; they are 1-8 SU vs. the Leafs either at the Old Maple Leaf Gardens or the new Air Canada Centre. Plus, the Flames are coming off a huge comeback 6-5 win over the Red Wings Thursday night; so they might come out a bit flat vs. a bad Toronto team. Expect high energy in the building this evening, its Saturday night and two Canadian teams are going head to head on National TV. When TORONTO team played as Home team as an Underdog - playing on Saturday - Coming off a 1 game loss; the Leafs are 7-4-1 SU in this underdog role since '97. When CALGARY team played as a Road team - Total is 6.0 - Last 4 years - Allowed 5 or fewer goals AGAINST in their last game; the Flames are 4-14 SU in this spot the L4Y.

Prediction: Toronto 5 Calgary 4

Atlanta vs. Buffalo

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Ron's Comment: When you hear the expression “Live Underdog”, they are talking about teams like the Atlanta Thrashers. Nobody wants to play an important game vs. this team right now; they are getting outstanding goaltending, they are very well coached by John Anderson and they have snipers who can torch you in the shootout. When ANY NHL Team Played as Road team as a Underdog - During the month of March - Total is 6.0 - Coming off 1 over - Allowed 3 or less goals AGAINST in their last game; The Road Underdog (ATL) is 12-7-3 SU in this situation since 1996.

Prediction: Atlanta 4 Buffalo 3

Carolina vs. Washington

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Ron's Comment: Not sure if Caps head coach Bruce Boudreaux is getting his team prepared to play more defensively for the playoffs, but the high powered Red Machine has been on standby the last few games. Carolina has lost 2 straight and this is a good spot to play Washington, as they are going through an offensive funk. When CAROLINA team played as a Road team - Total is 6.0 - Last 4 years - Coming off a Road loss as a Underdog; The Canes are 9-3 SU in this role the L4Y.

Prediction: Carolina 3 Washington 2

Minnesota vs. Dallas

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Ron's Comment: The Wild are stuck in neutral, they can't get anything going on offense, they're 3-7 SU in their last 10 overall games and Backstrom is on an island with no help around him. Stars at home is a comfortable environment for them this evening vs. an offensively challenge team like the Wild. When DALLAS team played as a home team - Vs Conference Opponent - During the month of March - Coming off 1 under; The Stars are 9-1-1 SU in this spot.

Prediction: Dallas 3 Minnesota 1

Colorado vs. Edmonton

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Ron's Comment: The Oilers were flat Thursday night, mostly because they were playing their first home game after a long eastern road trip. Expect them to come out flying this evening vs. Ryan Smyth and the Avs. When ANY NHL Team Played as Home team as a Favorite - Before a conference game - After a non division game - With 1 day off - Coming off vs. Southeast division opponent - Coming off 2 overs - Coming off a Home loss as a Favorite; the Home Fave (EDMONTON) is 11-5-1 SU in this role.

Prediction: Edmonton 4 Edmonton 2

Nashville vs. Phoenix

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Ron's Comment: Both teams are struggling right now, but the Predators have more veterans on this team to calm things down and to play a more intelligent road game vs. this young Coyotes team. When NASHVILLE Played as road team as a Favorite - During Last 4 Years - With 1 Over; the Predators are 6-4 SU in this role the L4Y.

Prediction: Nashville 3 Phoenix 2

LA Kings vs. San Jose

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Ron's Comment: The Sharks have hit the low peak of their season, they have tons of injuries and they have no chemistry and confidence on the ice at this moment of the season. Joe Thornton is struggling and the bookmakers are being way too generous with this price. When SAN JOSE played as any home/road team - During Last 4 Years - With 1 Under or More - Lost Last Game by 2 Goals or Less - With SU Record of 1 Win 2 Lost in L3G; The Sharks are 4-14 SU in this betting cycle L4Y.

Prediction: LA Kings 3 San Jose 2