The Eastern Conference Rundown – NHL Thursday Night Fury
BOSTON BRUINS -250 over Ottawa Senators
I was kind of excited about NHL betting on Ottawa for a brief moment there, and a 10-4 SU record over their last 14 games was certainly reason to get wet. But going 2-3 SU in their last five games on the road makes me weary as they head straight for Boston after losing to Florida.Boston is 4-1 SU in their last 5 games and priming for the playoffs. Don’t bet against Boston right now.
CAROLINA HURRICANES -150 over New York Rangers
Could any other team out there piss you off more on the road than the Rangers? They’re 3-13 SU on the road lately! What the hell is that? And while Carolina is 5-0 SU in their last five games, they’re also 3-7 SU in their last 10 games. But hold your horses their, hombre. The Canes are a mighty 7-2 SU in their last 9 against New York, and are also undefeated in their last five home games. Bet Carolina as much as you’ll hate yourself for it.
Montreal Canadiens -180 over NEW YORK ISLANDERS
The Islanders have been going for broke lately, pushing much better teams to the brink in their last five games. With a huge win over Detroit, where the Wings were 4-1 favorites to win the game, the Islanders have been pushing the limits lately. A 5-3 loss against Washington may have taken the wind out of their sails last night. With Montreal’s 4-1 SU record against the Islanders when visiting Rhode Island, I’m not about to bet against Gainey tonight. Long term, absolutely. But short term? Not a chance.
