NEW YORK RANGERS (-320) over New York Islanders

The battle of New York is a no contest these days, not that this play makes any financial sense as a stand alone bet. The Rangers are 4-1 SU in their past five games, with a lone meltdown against Toronto as their only veritable loss. They’re still crushing teams in the Eastern Conference betting pool by averaging 2.71 goals per game. The Islanders are 1-6 SU in their past 7 games and are allowing -1.00 goals more than they get. Not a good way to get things started in the battle of the Big Apple.

NHL Free Pick: NYR -320 (OVER)