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Date | Match Up | Rating | Score | Result | Profit | Lead Time | Analysis |
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04-15-19 | Bruins +109 v. Maple Leafs | 2-3 | Loss | -100 | 32 h 45 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Boston Bruins. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - The Bruins Tuukka Rask. He’s now 17-9 with a 2.13 GAA lifetime vs. the Leafs. Frederik Anderson is 11-2 with a 2.42 GAA lifetime against Boston, but I think the Bruins carry over the momentum from their Game 2 victory here and ride Rask to another victory on the road. Key Trends: - The Leafs are now 1-4 in their last five vs. teams with winning records. - The Bruins are 10-3 in their last 13 road games vs. a team with a winning home record. The verdict: The Leafs have struggled by going just 5-11 in their last 16 overall. I look for Boston to take advantage. Play on the Bruins! |
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04-15-19 | Capitals v. Hurricanes -129 | 0-5 | Win | 100 | 32 h 45 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Carolina Hurricanes. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Do or die. Essentially. Washington is up 2-0 and if the Hurricanes can’t step up and win here, a 3-0 hole is almost assuredly too much to climb out of vs. the defending champs. No need to overthink this selection, I think the desperate home side offers great value in a bounce back role tonight. Key Trends: - The Capitals are only 19-21 (-7.4 units) this season after scoring four or more goals in their previous contest. - The Hurricanes are still 19-10 (+5.9 units) following a divisional contest. The verdict: Look for Carolina to risk life and limb getting into shooting and passing lanes. Lay the price! |
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04-14-19 | Lightning -134 v. Blue Jackets | Top | 1-3 | Loss | -134 | 32 h 51 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Tampa Bay Lightning. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Do or die. Who could have ever predicted that the Lightning would go up 3-0 in Game 1, only to then completely collapse and head to Columbus down 0-2 in this opening round series. The Lightning took all four games vs. the Blue Jackets in the regular season ad they finished with the best record in the NHL as well. I’m not counting them out quite yet. Look for the Bolts to make the necessary adjustments. I expect to see an entirely “different” Lightning team this evening. Key Trends: - The Blue Jackets are only 3-10 in their last 13 home games following a road trip of seven or more days. - Tampa Bay is 13-4 in its last 17 after its opponent scored five or more goals in its previous contest. The verdict: With their backs against the wall, look for the powerful Lightning to finally strike in Columbus tonight! |
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04-13-19 | Maple Leafs v. Bruins -141 | Top | 1-4 | Win | 100 | 34 h 18 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Boston Bruins. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Do or die. The Leafs shocked the Bruins in Game 1 and they’ll clearly be risking life and limb here to try and even this series up. A 2-0 hole heading back to Toronto would be a poor situation to be in if you’re a Boston fan obviously. This is a matchup with the Bruins have dominated recently, so I’m not hitting the panic button yet. This is a great price on a hungry home side that’s proven itself before in situations like this. Key Trends: - Toronto is still just 58-60 (-5.2 units) the L2 years vs. teams with winning records. - Boston is 8-2 (+4.9 units) this season after scoring one goal or less in its previous outing. - The Bruins are 18-10 (+5.7 units) after a division game. The verdict: I think Toronto is happy to have already earned the split. Lay the price! |
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04-12-19 | Blue Jackets v. Lightning -1.5 | Top | 5-1 | Loss | -100 | 30 h 23 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Lightning on the puck-line. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. The Lightning went up 3-0 in Game 1 and then fell apart and let the Jackets come from behind to score the 4-3 upset victory. Columbus has to obviously be feeling extremely good about having already earned the split. The Bolts on the other hand will be horrified by their letdown and they’ll be out to send a devastating response. With the home side pushing the pace from start to finish, I’m going to lay the 1.5 goals for the pick-em price. Key Trends: - Columbus is a money-burning 19-19 (-4.0 units) this year after scoring four or more goals in its previous outing. - Tampa is 22-3 (+18.2 units) this season after allowing four or more goals in its previous outing. - The Lightning are 7-4 (+2.6 units) this season in revenging a home loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: Look for the Bolts to keep the foot on the gas from the opening tip until the final horn, as Columbus packs up its tents early and heads home with its well earned split. Lay the 1.5 goals! |
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04-11-19 | Maple Leafs v. Bruins -145 | Top | 4-1 | Loss | -145 | 79 h 5 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Boston Bruins. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Recent history. The Leafs backed their way into the playoffs, losing ten of their last 14. They also lost three of four in the regular season series with the Bruins. I don’t expect anything to change here at all and believe that Boston could/should in fact be a much larger fav in this spot. Key Trends: - Boston is 21-7 in its last 28 vs. teams with winning road records. - Toronto is just 1-5 in its last six vs. teams with winning records. - The home side is 5-1 the last six in this series. The verdict: Don’t need to overanalyze this one. The Leafs have been terrible in the second half and this has been a match-up which has always given them difficulty. It’s a perfect storm of factors working against the visitors today. Lay the price with confidence! |
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04-10-19 | Golden Knights +1.5 v. Sharks | 2-5 | Loss | -210 | 60 h 57 m | Show | |
Ricky's 6* play on the Golden Knights on the puck-line. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Zero momentum. For the Sharks that is. San Jose fell apart down the stretch of the regular season, going 1-8-1 over a late ten-game stretch. The Knights on the other hand looked solid overall this season and they have plenty of experience and veteran leadership in net. Key Trends: - San Jose is just 3-8 in its last 11 as a favorite. - The Sharks are only 2-6 in their last eight at home. - The Golden Knights are 4-0 in their last four after allowing five or more goals in their previous game. The verdict: Lay the price, grab the extra goal and a half. Play on the Knights on the puck line! |
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04-10-19 | Stars v. Predators -158 | 3-2 | Loss | -158 | 59 h 57 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Nashville Predators. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Better numbers. Home ice advantage. The Stars are here because of the play of goaltender Ben Bishop. Dallas averages 2.5 goals and it allows 2.4. Nashville averages 2.9 goals and it allows 2.6. Key Trends: - The Predators have won seven of the the last ten in this series. - The Stars are just 1-5 in their last six games played in Nashville. The verdict: All things considered, I feel that this line could/should in fact be much larger. Lay it! |
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04-10-19 | Blues v. Jets -113 | 2-1 | Loss | -113 | 58 h 34 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Winnipeg Jets. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Recent history. Winnipeg dominated the season series 3-1 and I think it offers great value here at home to take Game 1. The Jets feature three 30 goal scorers and I look for the home side to send an early statement. Key Trends: - The Jets are 59-29 in the last 88 as a favorite. - The Blues are only 1-4 in their last five as an underdog. The verdict: Purely from a “line value” stand point, this one sets up great for the home side. Play on the Jets! |
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04-10-19 | Penguins v. Islanders +125 | 3-4 | Win | 125 | 57 h 2 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Islanders. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Momentum. At this time of year I think it’s important. The fact that the Penguins are in the playoffs comes as no surprise, but the Isles weren’t supposed to be here after trading away Jon Tavares. New York split its season series with the Pens and went 4-1 in its last five, while Pittsburgh was just 2-3 in its final five games. Key Trends: - Pittsburgh is just 9-10 (-1.6 units) in its last 19 vs. teams with winning records. - The Isles are 18-10 (+10.5 units) vs. the division this season. The verdict: Home ice proves critical in Game 1. Great price! |
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04-10-19 | Blue Jackets +1.5 v. Lightning | 4-3 | Win | 100 | 56 h 27 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Jackets on the puck-line. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. The Blue Jackets lost all three games in the season series. The Lightning posted the best record in the league, but the visitors won’t be lacking for motivation. The Blue Jackets enter the playoffs having won seven of their last eight, while Tampa has gone 4-3 in its last seven. Key Trends: - Columbus is 14-5 (+8.4 units) when playing with three or more days rest. - The Blue Jackets are 11-7 (+4.3 units) in revenging a home loss vs. an opponent. - Tampa is a money-burning 2-3 (-4 units) this season when playing with three or more days rest. The verdict: In a game which I think will be decided late or even in extra time, I’m going to lay the small price for the extra 1.5 goals! |
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04-01-19 | Rangers v. Devils -121 | Top | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 26 h 25 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Devils. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. Key Trends: Analysis posted shortly. |
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03-30-19 | Stars -155 v. Canucks | Top | 2-3 | Loss | -155 | 34 h 9 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Dallas Stars. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Desperation time for the Stars. Sure the Canucks would love to play spoiler here and snap Dallas’s three-game win streak, but I don’t see it happening. Overall Dallas is 6-3-1 in its last ten and I believe that the momentum it’s created is real. Key Trends: - The Canucks are just 1-5 in their last six as a home underdog. - The Stars are 7-0 in their last seven on the road and 5-1 in their last six as a road favorite. The verdict: I’m banking on the “hungrier” team finding a way to get the job done at the end of the night. Lay the price! |
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03-26-19 | Panthers v. Canadiens -174 | 1-6 | Win | 100 | 25 h 24 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Montreal Canadiens. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Fatigue. The Panthers lost in Toronto just last night and they’re now 1-4 in their last five. The Habs lost to Carolina in OT on Sunday, but everything points to a bounce back here vs. this tired visiting side. Key Trends: - Montreal is 8-3 in its last 11 home games. - Florida is 2-6 in its last eight road games. - The Panthers are just 1-7 in their last eight vs. teams with winning records. The verdict: All things considered, I think this line could easily be a lot higher. Lay it! |
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03-25-19 | Bruins v. Lightning -145 | Top | 4-5 | Win | 100 | 25 h 21 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Tampa Bay Lightning. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Bad spot for the Bruins. These are the top two teams in the Eastern Conference. Tampa won’t be taking the foot off the gas at this point. Overall I think this is great line value, especially considering that Boston is just 8-17 in its last 25 games as a road dog. Key Trends: - TB is 43-10 in its last 53 as a favorite. - Boston is just 1-4 in its last five visits to Tampa. The verdict: Tampa has dominated this series of late at home and I expect that strong trend to continue. Great price, play on the Bolts! |
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03-23-19 | Predators +105 v. Jets | Top | 0-5 | Loss | -100 | 27 h 5 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Nashville Predators. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. Winnipeg has taken two of three in the season series. These two are in a dog fight for top spot in the Central division. The Jets come in off a 5-0 loss in Vegas, while Nashville lost 2-1 in a shootout at home to the Predators. Nashville though is 5-1 in its last six when playing on one days rest. Key Trends: - The Predators are 5-1 in their last six road games vs. a team with a home winning percentage of greater than .600. - The Jets are just 1-4 in their last five vs. the Central division. The verdict: Revenge is a dish best served cold. Play on the Predators! |
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03-21-19 | Penguins v. Predators -150 | Top | 2-1 | Loss | -150 | 27 h 25 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Predators. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - History of incompetence in this venue. The Pens are just 1-4 in their last five trips to Nashville. The Predators are 5-2 in their last seven and they’re in a dog fight with the Jets for the Central division crown. I think home ice can’t be overlooked in this particular matchup. Key Trends: - Pittsburgh is just 2-6 in its last eight as a home dog. - The favorite is 8-1 the last nine in this series. The verdict: As mentioned off the top, I believe home ice will be the difference for the Predators today. Lay the price with confidence! |
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03-19-19 | Maple Leafs +112 v. Predators | Top | 0-3 | Loss | -100 | 29 h 18 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Toronto Maple Leafs. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. The Leafs lost 4-0 to Nashville back in early January at home and after a 6-2 loss to the Senators in their last game, I believe they come in razor focused on the task at hand. The Predators have won two straight, but with tough upcoming games against Pittsburgh at home, followed by a road trip vs. the West’s top teams (Winnipeg, Minnesota), I think the home side gets caught looking past its non-conference opponent. Key Trends: - Toronto is 14-4 (+7.3 units) this season when playing with two days rest. - The Leafs are 17-8 (+7.2 units) this year trying to revenge a loss vs. an opponent. - Nashville is only 5-7 (-5.4 units) this season when playing with two days rest. - The Predators are just 4-7 (-5.7 units) after playing three consecutive road games. The verdict: Revenge is a dish best served cold. Play on Toronto! |
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03-18-19 | Jets -170 v. Kings | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 15 h 57 m | Show | |
Ricky's 6* MEMBER ONLY NHL PLAY on the Winnipeg Jets. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - No room for a letdown now. For the Jets that is. Winnipeg enters the final stages of the regular season in a dog fight with Nashville for top spot in the Central. The Jets have won two straight, most recently a 2-1 victory over the Flames on Saturday. The Kings come in off another deflating 4-3 loss to at home to the Panthers. Key Trends: - Winnipeg is 8-4 (+2.8 units) this year after playing three consecutive home games. - LA is just 15-16 (-1.8 units) this season after allowing four or more goals in its previous outing. The verdict: Considering the situation, I think the visitors are well worth the price of admission in this spot. Lay the price with confidence! |
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03-17-19 | Flyers v. Penguins -145 | Top | 2-1 | Loss | -145 | 26 h 41 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Pittsburgh Penguins. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. The Flyers lead the season series 2-1. The Penguins will look to even the season series here. Philadelphia averages 3.0 GPG, while conceding 3.3. The Pens average 3.5 goals and they allow 3.00. The Pens have won eight of their last ten. Key Trends: - Pittsburgh is 6-1 in its last seven vs. the Eastern Conference. - The Flyers are only 6-13 in their last 19 as a road underdog. The verdict: In my professional opinion, this line could/should in fact be much larger. Play on the Penguins. |
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03-15-19 | Flyers v. Maple Leafs -180 | 6-7 | Win | 100 | 27 h 49 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Toronto Maple Leafs. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Desperate home side. The Leafs won’t be lacking for motivation here, as two straight losses has them two points behind the Bruins for second spot in the East. Philadelphia has won four of five, but still sits five points clear of Columbus for the second Wild Card spot in the East. Key Trends: - Philadelphia is just 14-22 (-6.7 units) this season vs. teams with winning records. - Toronto is 16-5 (+8.4 units) this year after allowing four or more goals in its previous outing. - The Leafs are 18-10 (+4.2 units) this season after a non-conference game. The verdict: Enough is enough! Look for the Leafs to keep the foot on the gas from start to finish and lay this price with confidence! |
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03-12-19 | Predators -157 v. Ducks | 2-3 | Loss | -157 | 30 h 37 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Nashville Predators. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. Enough is enough. The Predators have gone seven straight games without winning in regulation. Nashville is trying to keep pace with Winnipeg for the Central division lead, but third-place St. Louis is just four points behind. Key Trends: The Ducks are still just 4-12 in their last 16 at home. - Nashville is 4-1 in its last five vs. teams with losing records. - The Predators are 6-1 in their last seven in this series. The verdict: I smell a blowout of epic proportions. Lay the price! |
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03-12-19 | Devils +330 v. Flames | 4-9 | Loss | -100 | 29 h 38 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the New Jersey Devils. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Overpriced home side. Clearly the Flames are the better team here, but not this price in my opinion. The Devils won’t be lacking for motivation here after six straight losses. Desperation breeds motivation! Previous to their 6-3 win over the Golden Knights, the Flames had lost four straight. I smell a big time upset on Tuesday night. Key Trends: - New Jersey is a money-making 8-6 (+4 units) this year after three or more consecutive losses. - Calgary has a long history of struggling at this time of year, going just 15-18 (-7.3 units) in its last 33 games played in the month of March. The verdict: A great situational value play. Play on the Devils! |
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03-12-19 | Capitals v. Penguins UNDER 6.5 | 3-5 | Loss | -100 | 27 h 38 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the under Capitals/Penguins. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Top notch goaltending. The Capitals’ Braden Holtby is 12-9 with a 3.08 GAA on the road and he owns a 2.96 GAA lifetime vs. Pittsburgh. Pens’ goalie Matt Murray is 23-14 with a 2.78 GAA on the year. Key Trends: - Pittsburgh has seen the total go under in five of its last six home games when the total in the contest is set at 6 or higher. - Washington has seen the total go under in its last six vs. teams with winning records. - The Capitals have seen the total go under in its last four as a road dog. The verdict: No love loss here. Expect a battle until the final horn and play the under! |
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03-11-19 | Lightning v. Maple Leafs UNDER 7 | Top | 6-2 | Loss | -140 | 27 h 44 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the under Lightning/Leafs. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Stellar goaltending. Lightning goaltender Andrei Vasilevkiy is 11-8 with a 2.35 GAA on the road. Leafs’ net minder Frederik Anderson is 16-8 with a 2.40 GAA at home. Key Trends: - Tampa has seen the total go under seven of its last ten after playing three consecutive home games. - Toronto has seen the total go under in six of its last eight after playing three consecutive road games. The verdict: Expect these two Eastern conference heavyweights to battle to a lower-scoring under! |
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03-09-19 | Devils v. Rangers -152 | Top | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 26 h 20 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the New York Rangers. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Road issues. The Devils are a respectable 17-18 at home but only 8-25 on the road. Devils net minder Cory Schneider is 1-8 with a 4.10 GAA on the road this season. New York’s lost six in a row, but I expect it to take advantage of this favorable matchup (note that the Rangers average 2.83 goals and allow 2.71 at home this year. Key Trends: - New Jersey is just 22-55 in its last 77 as an underdog on the +150 to +200 range. - The Devils are a terrible 3-8 in their last 11 in the second game of a back to back. - The Ranger are 37-15 in their last 52 as a favorite in the -150 to -200 range. The verdict: Look for the Rangers to take advantage of this fatigued Devils side and lay the price with confidence! |
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03-08-19 | Jets v. Hurricanes UNDER 6.5 | Top | 8-1 | Loss | -106 | 26 h 26 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the under Jets/Hurricanes. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Competent goaltending. This is a big game for both teams. Non conference opponents, but each is hungry for victories. Each comes in off a high-scoring loss as well, so expect both to play with a heightened sense of urgency on the defensive side of things. However, the Jets have to be feeling confident with Laurent Brossoit between the pipes, as he’s 11-7 with a 2.53 GAA on the year. The Hurricanes turn to Curtis McElhinney, and he’s 17-9 with a 2.31 GAA on the season. Key Trends: - The Jets have seen the total go under in five of their last six when playing with two days rest. - The Hurricanes have seen the total go under in four of five this year after playing to three consecutive “overs.” - Carolina has seen the total go under in 13 of ten this year after allowing four goals or more in its previous outing. The verdict: I’m expecting more of a “chess match,” than a wide open high-scoring shootout. Play the under! |
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03-07-19 | Blue Jackets v. Penguins -126 | Top | 0-3 | Win | 100 | 25 h 31 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Pittsburgh Penguins. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Important game. Pittsburgh sits just two points ahead of Columbus in the standing. The Blue Jackets are on the outside looking in and they come in off a big 2-1 shootout victory over the Devils, but they catch the Penguins playing their best hockey of the year, currently 3-1 their last four. Pittsburgh beat the Panthers 3-2 in OT at home most recently and I look for it take advantage of the home ice. Key Trends: - Columbus is just 5-7 (-2.7 units) in its last 12 vs. teams with winning records. - Pittsburgh is still 63-39 in its last 102 vs. the division. The verdict: Great line value on a talented home team. Lay the short price! |
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03-06-19 | Flames v. Golden Knights OVER 6 | Top | 1-2 | Loss | -110 | 29 h 29 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the over Flames/Knights. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Important division battle. The Knights beat Calgary 2-0 earlier in the season, but I expect a much more wide open affair this time around, based mainly on the situation in which each team finds itself in. The Flames are suddenly waffling, having lost two of three. The Knights have started to turn things around, but can’t take the foot off the gas at this point. The visitors play with revenge and their eager to shake off a few poor performances. As stated off the top, from a situational stand point this one sets up great as a higher-scoring affair in my opinion. Key Trends: - Calgary has seen the total go over in 19 of 29 this year trying to revenge a loss vs. an opponent. - Las Vegas has seen the total go over in 11 of 16 home games when the total is set at 6 or higher. The verdict: Look for these two Pacific division rivals to push the pace from start to finish and play the over! |
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03-05-19 | Senators v. Islanders -1.5 | Top | 4-5 | Loss | -110 | 26 h 53 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the New York Islanders on the PUCK LINE. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Letdown spot. For Ottawa that is. The Sens come in off a rare 3-2 road win in Florida. Despite that win note that Ottawa is still just 9-24 on the road, averaging 2.85 goals and allowing 4.39. The Isles are in desperation mode after falling two games behind the Capitals. New York though is a respectable 19-14 at home, averaging 2.97 goals and allowing 2.27 in those outings. Key Trends: - The Islanders are 16-2 in their last 18 as a favorite of -210 or greater. - New York is 6-1 in its last seven vs. a team with a winning percentage below .400. - Ottawa is just 5-13 in its last 18 in the fourth game of a 4-in-6 situation. The verdict: Lay the 1.5 goals and expect a blowout from start to finish! |
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03-04-19 | Maple Leafs v. Flames -128 | Top | 6-2 | Loss | -128 | 29 h 39 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Calgary Flames. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - History of futility in Alberta. Toronto is just 2-10 in its last ten played in Calgary. I think home ice advantage is the difference tonight. Key Trends: - The Flames are 7-1 in their last eight games as a home favorite in the -110 to -150 range. - Calgary is 27-7 in its last 34 when playing on one days rest. - The Leafs are just 32-66 in their last 98 as an underdog in the +110 to +150 range. The verdict: As Bob Barker used to say, “the price is right!” Lay it. |
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03-03-19 | Flyers v. Islanders -155 | Top | 4-1 | Loss | -155 | 23 h 50 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the New York Islanders. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Road problems. The Flyers have looked better of late and they come into this one off a rare 6-3 road win over New Jersey. Philly though is still just 14-18 on the road this year, averaging 2.94 goals and allowing 3.53 in those contests. The Isles are in desperation mode now after a 3-1 loss at home to Washington dropped them one back of the defending champs. New York is 19-13 at home though, averaging 3.00 goals and allowing 2.22. Key Trends: - The Isles are 21-6 in their last 27 as a favorite in the -150 to -200 range. - Philadelphia is just 4-12 in its last 16 road games as the underdog. - The Flyers are only 1-4 in their last five when playing on one days rest. The verdict: All things considered, I feel this number could in fact be much larger. Lay the reasonable price! |
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03-02-19 | Wild v. Flames -163 | Top | 4-2 | Loss | -163 | 29 h 56 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Calgary Flames. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Recent history. Calgary has taken both meetings between the clubs already this year. Minnesota has a letdown here after four straight wins. Key Trends: - Calgary is 6-0 in its last six after allowing two goals or less in its previous contest. - The Flames are 6-1 in their last seven home games vs. a team with a winning road record. - The Wild are just 6-16 in their last 22 after allowing two goals or less in their previous contest. The verdict: Expect home ice to be the difference. Lay the price with confidence! |
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03-01-19 | Blues v. Hurricanes -105 | Top | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 26 h 46 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Carolina Hurricanes. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. Both teams are hot and each is firmly in the mix for a playoff spot in their respective conferences. It would not be hard to write a convincing argument for either of these surging clubs to win this game. But I think Carolina should have a little more respect from the oddsmakers being in its own building. The Hurricanes also play with the added incentive of revenge after losing four straight at home in this series. Key Trends: - The Blues are just 10-11 (-2.2 units) in their last 21 after a win by two goals or more. - Carolina is 19-12 (+4.1 units) in its last 31 trying to revenge a loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: Home ice is the difference. As Bob Barker used to say, “the price is right!” |
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02-28-19 | Panthers v. Golden Knights -195 | 5-6 | Win | 100 | 29 h 25 m | Show | |
Ricky's 5* play on the Las Vegas Golden Knights. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Panthers’ goaltender Roberto Luongo. He’s been horrible on the road this year, posting a 3.75 GAA and .884 save percentage, compared to a 2.31 GAA and .915 save percentage at home. Key Trends: - The Knights are 8-2 in their last ten as a home fav. - The Panthers are just 1-5 in their last six in the third game of a 3 in 4 situation. The verdict: I believe Lunogo’s road woes come back to haunt the Panthers once again. Play on the Knights! |
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02-27-19 | Flames v. Devils +144 | Top | 2-1 | Loss | -100 | 28 h 30 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the New Jersey Devils. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Fatigue. Clearly the Flames are the better team. Calgary is arguably the best team in the entire league besides Tampa. Regardless the Flames come in “dog tired” to this one after their win in Long Island just last night. This becomes my “key angle” for this contest. Key Trends: - Calgary is still just 13-16 (-1.9 units) when playing on back-to-back days. - The Devils are 7-2 in their last nine home non-conference games as an underdog in the +140 to +160 range. The verdict: For all the reasons listed above, play on the Devils! |
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02-26-19 | Sharks v. Bruins -107 | Top | 1-4 | Win | 100 | 27 h 0 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Boston Bruins. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home ice advantage. I think it’s significant here. The Sharks come in off a 5-3 road win over Detroit, but San Jose is still just 18-16 on the road this year, averaging 3.59 goals and allowing 3.50. The Bruins enter off a 2-1 shootout loss in St. Louis, but Boston is 21-10 at home, averaging 3.48 goals and allowing 2.45. Key Trends: - Boston is 15-5 in its last 20 home games vs. a teams with a winning road record. - The Sharks are just 9-22 in their last 31 road games vs. a teams with a home winning percentage of greater than .600. The verdict: I think San Jose runs out of gas in this difficult road venue. Great value, play on the Bruins! |
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02-25-19 | Panthers v. Avalanche -140 | Top | 4-3 | Loss | -140 | 29 h 34 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Colorado Avalanche. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Road woes. Sure the Panthers have won four of five, but they’re still just 2-6 in their last eight away from friendly confines. The Avs have won four straight over stiff competition and I think they keep the foot on the gas in this favorable home matchup. Key Trends: - Panthers are just 2-7 in their last nine vs. the Central. - Colorado is 4-1 in its last five when playing on one days rest. The verdict: As Bob Barker used to say: “the price is right!” Lay it. |
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02-24-19 | Blues v. Wild -109 | Top | 1-2 | Win | 100 | 24 h 17 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Minnesota Wild. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Fatigue. I had a play on the Blues last night and they’d hold on for a 2-1 shootout win over the Bruins. No need to overthink this one, as Minnesota desperately needs to make up ground and it’ll be laying everything it has on the line tonight to try and take advantage. Key Trends: - St. Louis is a terrible 2-6 (-4.2 units) this year when playing on back-to-back days. - The Wild are 5-1 in their last six in this series. The verdict: Minnesota comes in having won two straight and I expect it to keep the foot on the gas from start to finish. As Bob Barker used to say, the price is right! |
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02-23-19 | Bruins v. Blues -120 | Top | 1-2 | Win | 100 | 22 h 20 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the St. Louis Blues. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - All good things must come to an end. St. Louis had its 11 game win streak snapped at Dallas on Thursday, but with that distraction out of the way, I think the Blues offer great value to bounce right back in friendly confines. The Bruins have been playing fantastic as well, but after seven straight wins, including a shootout win in Vegas last time out, I think that Boston’s streak finally comes to an end here. Key Trends: - Boston is just 5-6 in its last 11 road games following a six games or longer unbeaten streak. - The Blues are 7-1 in their last eight when playing on one days rest. - St. Louis has won five straight at home. The verdict: As Bob Barker used to say, the price is right! |
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02-22-19 | Jets +127 v. Golden Knights | Top | 6-3 | Win | 127 | 30 h 10 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Winnipeg Jets. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Season defining moment for the Jets. Winnipeg was the best team in the league for the first half, but it comes in struggling with three straight losses and now just a one game lead in the Central. However, what isn’t being reported in the papers or headlines much is that the team has had to deal with a vicious flu bug that ripped through the team over the last month. With that period now over, I believe that the Jets are the much “hungrier” team here. The Knights are struggling even worse and I think they’re ripe for the picking tonight. Key Trends: - Winnipeg is 10-5 (+2.4 units) this year after a loss by two goals or more in its previous contest. - Vegas is 11-13 (-5.9 units) this season vs. clubs with winning records. The verdict: For all the reasons listed above, grab the undervalued underdog in this one! |
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02-21-19 | Flyers v. Canadiens -133 | Top | 1-5 | Win | 100 | 26 h 23 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Montreal Canadiens. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. Philadelphia has won five straight in this series. Revenge works as my “key angle” in this one (the price is great to in my opinion!) Key Trends: - Philadelphia is just 11-18 (-6.7 units) vs. teams with winning records this year. - Montreal is 18-12 (+5 units) this season vs. clubs with losing records. The verdict: Home ice advantage is the difference in the end. Lay the price! |
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02-20-19 | Bruins v. Golden Knights -115 | Top | 3-2 | Loss | -115 | 28 h 23 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Las Vegas Golden Knights. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. The Golden Knights are in need of some wins after posting just three out of their last ten. That includes a 3-0 loss at Colorado most recently. Las Vegas plays with the added incentive of revenge here though after falling 4-1 in Boston on November 11th. Key Trends: - The Knights are 7-1 in their last eight home games after getting shut out in their previous game. - Las Vegas is 8-3 in its last 11 trying to revenge a road loss vs. an opponent of three or more goals. - The Bruins are just 2-7 in their last nine road games following a road OT victory in which it gave up five or more goals in (won 6-5 at San Jose in OT last time out, I had Boston in that one!) The verdict: Boston has been red hot with six straight wins, but with two whole nights off before a game at red hot St. Louis to end this five game trip, this also sets up as a “trap/letdown” spot for the visitors. I’m banking on the home side finding a way to get the job done here finally! |
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02-19-19 | Ducks v. Wild OVER 5.5 | 4-0 | Loss | -100 | 27 h 34 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the over Ducks/Wild. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Desperation breeds motivation. Both teams have struggled this year, but each is still within striking distance of a Wild Card spot. With that in mind, I’m expecting a more wide open affair and I expect this total to soar over sooner, rather than later. Key Trends: - Anaheim has seen the total go over in three of its last four after playing three consecutive home games. - Minnesota has seen the total go over in 11 of 16 this season following a divisional contest. The verdict: With each side pushing the pace, the over is the correct call in this one! |
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02-19-19 | Maple Leafs v. Blues -120 | Top | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 27 h 35 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on St. Louis. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Dog tired. The Leafs that is. St. Louis has won 11 straight and is the hottest team in the league. The Leafs lost 2-0 in Arizona on Saturday and this is the end of a long Western swing. Toronto only had 22 shots in its last game. Note that Leafs’ net minder Frederik Anderson is winless in his last seven starts vs. the Blues. Key Trends: - The Blues are 5-0 in their last five in the fourth game of a 4-in-6 situation. - The Leafs are just 1-6 in their last seven road games vs. a team with a sub. 500 home record. The verdict: Blues goaltenders have combined for three straight shutouts. In my professional opinion, this is the very definition of “great line value.” Play on the Blues. |
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02-18-19 | Bruins +131 v. Sharks | Top | 6-5 | Win | 131 | 14 h 2 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Boston Bruins. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Boston goaltender Tuukka Rask. Boston comes in on top form having won three straight, most recently a 4-2 victory in LA. The B’s have been tough on the road all year, but this one is based mainly on the play of goaltender Rask, who has allowed two or fewer goals in winning his last five road starts. He’s 11-0-2 in his last 14 starts overall. The Sharks come in off a tough 3-2 win over the Canucks, but had lost two previous. I think the home side comes up blank against the red hot Rask. Key Trends: - Boston is 16-8 (+4.8 units) in non-conference games this year. - The Bruins are 12-6 (+3.5 units) this season after scoring four goals or more in their previous contest. - San Jose is only 11-13 (-8.3 units) in non-conference game this season. The verdict: This one has upset written all over it. As Bob Barker used to say: the price is right! |
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02-17-19 | Canadiens v. Panthers -130 | Top | 3-6 | Win | 100 | 12 h 13 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Florida Panthers. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Scheduling and revenge. The Habs played just last night in Tampa Bay. The Panthers have had two days off after a win 3-2 home win over Calgary. Florida also plays with “double revenge” after dropping both previous games vs. Montreal this season. Key Trends: - Montreal is just 9-10 (-1.7 units) this year vs. the division. - Florida is still 21-17 (+4.6 units) after playing three straight home games. The verdict: This line could/should easily be a lot larger. Lay the price! |
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02-16-19 | Oilers v. Islanders -180 | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 24 h 8 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Islanders. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Scheduling. Forget that Edmonton is possibly the worst team in the league right now and that the Islanders could arguably be the hottest. This play is based almost entirely around the fact that the Oilers played (and lost) just last night in Carolina. Key Trends: - The Oilers are just 8-15 (-7.3 units) this year after a loss by two goals or more in their previous game. - The Islanders are 17-9 (+8 units) this season when playing against a team with a losing record. The verdict: This line could/should easily be much larger. As Bob Barker used to say, the price is right! |
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02-15-19 | Oilers +1.5 v. Hurricanes | 1-3 | Loss | -170 | 26 h 39 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Oilers on the PUCK-LINE. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Desperation time. The Oilers have dropped eight of nine after a 3-1 loss at Pittsburgh on Wednesday. The Hurricanes get caught looking past their lowly non conference opponent after winning seven of ten. Key Trends: - Edmonton is 10-6 (+6.1 units) in revenging a home loss vs. an opponent. - Carolina is already only 3-5 (-5 units) when playing with two days rest. - The Hurricanes are 3-4 (-3.6 units) their last seven after playing three straight road games. The verdict: Expect the “hungrier” team to keep this one competitive. Lay the price for the extra 1.5 goals of insurance! |
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02-14-19 | Capitals v. Sharks -157 | Top | 5-1 | Loss | -157 | 29 h 28 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the San Jose Sharks. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Road woes. The Capitals went into the All Star break on a seven-game losing streak, but they’ve come out and gone 4-1-1. But Washington is still 0-4 in its last four on the road. The Sharks on the other hand are 40-19 in their last 59 home games. Key Trends: - The Capitals are just 1-7 in their last eight vs. clubs with winning records. - The Sharks are 7-2 in their last nine vs. the Eastern Conference. The verdict: Expect these strong home/road trends to carry over for each side. As Bob Barker would say, the price is right! |
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02-12-19 | Flames v. Lightning -145 | Top | 3-6 | Win | 100 | 25 h 37 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Lightning. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home ice advantage. It would not be difficult to write a convincing argument for the Flames to win this game, but I don’t foresee a letdown here from the Bolts at home. These are two of the top teams in their respective conferences and I look for the home side to come in focused (The Lightning are 21-7 at home, averaging 4.25 goals and allowing 2.63.) Key Trends: - Tampa Bay is 21-6 in its last 27 in the fourth game of a 4-in-6 situation. - The Lightning are 38-13 in their last 51 when playing on one days rest. - The Flames are just 3-11 in their last 14 road games vs. a team with a home winning percentage above .600. The verdict: All things considered, a very reasonable price in my professional opinion. Play on Tampa! |
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02-10-19 | Hurricanes -133 v. Devils | Top | 2-3 | Loss | -133 | 20 h 38 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Carolina Hurricanes. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Momentum. At times I think momentum can be a very real, almost “tangible” factor. And that’s the case here, as Carolina comes in having won five of its last six, while New Jersey has lost five straight at home. Key Trends: - The Devils are a putrid 15-38 in their last 53 in the third game of a 3-in-4 situation. - The Hurricanes are 7-0 in their last seven in the third game of a 3-in-4 situation. The verdict: This one has blowout written all over it, lay the very reasonable price! |
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02-09-19 | Maple Leafs v. Canadiens +110 | Top | 4-3 | Loss | -100 | 24 h 40 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Montreal Canadiens. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. Clearly with a line like this, the oddsmakers believe that these teams are very evenly matched. So where’s the advantage? I say it’s the clear revenge factor that Montreal plays with today after falling 3-2 in OT in Toronto earlier in the season. Key Trends: - Toronto is just 8-9 (-7.2 units) vs. the division this year still. - Montreal is interestingly 8-3 (+4.8 units) after playing three consecutive home games. The verdict: Revenge is a dish best served cold. Great value, play on the Canadiens! |
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02-07-19 | Jets -117 v. Canadiens | Top | 2-5 | Loss | -117 | 26 h 48 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Winnipeg Jets. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Consistently poor in this spot. The Habs have won seven of their last nine, but note that they’re a terrible 2-6 in their last eight home games vs. teams with winning road records. Key Trends: - Montreal is only 8-20 in its last 20 vs. teams with winning percentages above .600. - Winnipeg is 27-10 in its last 37 vs. the Eastern Conference. The verdict: The Habs have been beating up on the “lesser” competition, but they’ve been terrible against the best in the league. As Bob Barker would say: The Price Is Right here! Play on Winnipeg. |
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02-05-19 | Blackhawks v. Oilers -125 | Top | 6-2 | Loss | -125 | 28 h 10 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Oilers. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Recent history. The Oilers are desperate for a win here. Edmonton let a late lead slip away in Montreal in its latest action. The Hawks have won four straight, but after their 4-3 OT road win in Minnesota, everything looks like a classic “letdown” spot for the visitors here. Additionally note that the Oilers have already taken both earlier meetings between the clubs this year. Key Trends: - Edmonton is 7-2 in its last nine home games following a non-conference road OT loss. - Chicago is just 1-6 in its last seven road games vs. a team with a losing home record. The verdict: As Bob Barker would say: “The price is right!” Play on the Oilers. |
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02-04-19 | Ducks v. Maple Leafs -1.5 | Top | 1-6 | Win | 120 | 27 h 56 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Leafs on the puck line. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - No offense. The Ducks are struggling and they come in having lost three straight, getting outscored 17-4 in the process. Toronto averages 3.26 goals and allows 2.74 at home this year. Suffice it to say, I’m expecting a blowout of epic proportions here. Key Trends: - Anaheim is just 3-13 (-13 units) this season after three or more consecutive losses. - Toronto is 30-17 (+5 units) in its last 47 vs. teams with losing records. The verdict: Lay the 1.5 goals for the healthy return! |
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02-03-19 | Flames v. Hurricanes +101 | Top | 4-3 | Loss | -100 | 20 h 55 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Carolina Hurricanes. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Letdown spot. For Calgary in my opinion. The Flames have been fantastic overall this year, especially on the road. They do however come in off a 4-3 loss in the nation’s capital and I think they’ll have a letdown here as well in this difficult road venue. The Hurricanes are no slouches, they’ve won three of their last four including a 5-2 home victory over Vegas most recently. Overall Carolina is 14-12 at home, averaging 3.00 GPG and allowing 2.69 in those contests. Key Trends: - Carolina is 9-4 (+3.2 units) over the second half of the season. - Calgary is just 2-5 in its last seven road games after allowing four goals or more in a loss in its previous outing. The verdict. Home ice is the difference maker! |
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02-02-19 | Stars v. Predators -170 | Top | 3-1 | Loss | -170 | 27 h 11 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Nashville Predators. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Scheduling. This is the second game of the back to back for both teams. The Predators rallied for a win in Florida last night and clearly the home ice advantage can’t be overlooked in this situation. This becomes my “key angle” for this contest. Key Trends: - The Stars are still only 11-24 in their last 25 on the road. - Dallas is a poor 27-62 in its last 89 in the second game of a back to back. - The Predators are 11-5 in their last 16 in the second game of a back to back. The verdict: All things considered, this line could be a lot larger in my professional opinion. Lay the price with confidence! |
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02-01-19 | Lightning v. Islanders +125 | Top | 1-0 | Loss | -100 | 26 h 0 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the New York Islanders. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home ice advantage. Granted the Lightning are the better team. There’s no debating that they’d be the favorite in a seven game series. New York though has been very good at home this season, going 14-10, averaging 3.04 goals and allowing 2.33. Both teams come in off losses, but I think the Isles offer great value to bounce back in front of the home town crowd. Key Trends: - Tampa Bay is just 2-3 (-2.3 units) in its last five vs. teams with winning records. - The Isles are 8-3 (+4.8 units) in their last 11 overall. The verdict: As Bob Barker would say, the price is right! Play on the Isles. |
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01-31-19 | Rangers +1.5 v. Devils | 4-3 | Win | 100 | 25 h 37 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Rangers on the puck line. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Letdown spot for New Jersey. Granted the Devils are the better team playing at home, but New York is worth the price for the extra goal-and-a-half in my opinion. The Devils looked primed for a letdown here after their very satisfying 6-3 road win in Pittsburgh in their first game back from the break. The Rangers on the other hand look primed to bounce back after a 1-0 loss to Philadelphia in their most recent action. Key Trends: - New York is 8-6 (+4.3 units) this year following a divisional game. - New Jersey is just 5-8 (-4.8 units) this season after a win by two goals or more. The verdict: In a contest which I see coming down to the final moments or even in extra time, I’m laying the price for the insurance! |
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01-29-19 | Flyers v. Rangers -120 | Top | 1-0 | Loss | -120 | 28 h 38 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the New York Rangers. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Fatigue. For the Flyers that is. Philadelphia comes in off a very satisfying 3-1 home win over the Jets just last night and I think it’ll suffer a predictable letdown here. Key Trends: - The Flyers are just 1-4 in their last five road games vs. a team with a winning home record. - New York is 5-1 in its last six home vs. a team with a road winning percentage of less than .400. The verdict: New York is 20-8 at home the last 28 in this series. Great value, as Bob Barker would say: “The price is right!” |
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01-28-19 | Jets -125 v. Flyers | Top | 1-3 | Loss | -125 | 27 h 12 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Winnipeg Jets. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Road warriors. Despite going into the break with a road loss, the Jets are still 13-9 away from friendly confines this year, averaging 3.05 goals and conceding 2.91 in those contests (note that Philly is just 10-13 at home, averaging 2.83 goals and allowing 3.26.) Key Trends: - The Flyers are just 3-13 in their last 16 after scoring five or more goals in their previous contest. - The Jets are a “lights out” 25-9 in their last 34 vs. Eastern conference opponents. The verdict: I think Winnipeg finds a way to get the job done here. As Bob Barker used to say, “The price is right!” |
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01-23-19 | Predators v. Golden Knights -123 | Top | 2-1 | Loss | -123 | 29 h 18 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Las Vegas Golden Knights. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home ice advantage. The Predators have been playing a bit better of late, but they’re still just 13-13 on the road this year. The Knights have been one of the hottest teams in the league over the last month and they’ve used “home ice” to their advantage once again this season, coming in with a 16-8 record in Vegas. Key Trends: - The Golden Knights are 41-15 in their last 56 after scoring two goals or less in their previous contest. - Nashville is just 2-6 in its last eight after allowing two goals or less in its previous game. The verdict: Look for the Predators to take a step back after their road win in Colorado. As Bob Barker would say, the price is right! |
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01-22-19 | Coyotes -101 v. Senators | Top | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 26 h 16 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Arizona Coyotes. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Better on the road than at home. That’s indeed the case for the Coyotes, who improved to 13-11 away from friendly confines after their convincing 4-2 win in Toronto most recently. Key Trends: - The Coyotes are 4-1 in their last I’ve after allowing two goals or less in their previous contest. - Ottawa is just 5-11 in its last 16 vs. the Western Conference. The verdict: Sens’ net minder Craig Anderson is just 5-10 with a 2.78 GAA lifetime vs. the Coyotes. Look for Arizona to pull off the slight upset! |
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01-21-19 | Predators v. Avalanche -110 | Top | 4-1 | Loss | -110 | 22 h 8 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Avalanche. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Momentum. The Predators have had their issues this year, especially on the road where they’re just 12-13. Nashville averages 3.16 goals in those contests and allows 3.00. Colorado has struggled this year as well, but it averages 3.43 goals at home, while allowing 2.76. The Predators come in off a poor 4-2 home loss to Florida, while the Avs enter off a big 7-1 home win over LA. Key Trends: - Nashville is 11-13 (-10.9 units) vs. teams with losing records this season. - Colorado is 7-2 in its last nine home games after a victory by five or more goals in its latest outing. The verdict: As Bob Barker would say, the price is right! Play on the Avs. |
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01-19-19 | Sharks +131 v. Lightning | Top | 3-6 | Loss | -100 | 26 h 21 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the San Jose Sharks. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Consistent performance in this spot. San Jose has admittedly been better at home than on the road. That said, it’s still 7-3 (+1.8 units) this season after a loss by two goals or more in its previous contest (lost 6-3 in Arizona.) The Lightning enter off a loss at home to the Leafs and I think they’ll stumble again here. Key Trends: - San Jose is 30-20 in its last 50 when playing on two days rest. - The Sharks are 10-4 in their last 14 following a divisional contest. - TB is just 1-3 in its last four non-conference home games following a home loss. The verdict: A great “spot” to pull the trigger on the hungry Sharks! |
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01-17-19 | Maple Leafs +129 v. Lightning | Top | 4-2 | Win | 129 | 25 h 7 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Leafs. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Road warriors. The Leafs are 15-6 on the road and they’ve averaged 4.00 goals and allowed 3.00 in those contests. Two great teams, but I think this is a great spot to the pull the trigger on the hungry Leafs, who enter off a terrible 6-3 home loss to Colorado. Key Trends: - The Leafs are 10-3 (+4.1 units) when playing with two days rest this year. - Toronto is 11-4 (+5.6 units) after allowing four goals or more. - Tampa Bay is just 1-3 in its last four home games following a shutout win. The verdict: Great time to pull the trigger on the hungry/focused Leafs! |
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01-16-19 | Sabres v. Flames -1.5 | Top | 4-3 | Loss | -100 | 29 h 30 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Flames on the puck-line. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home ice advantage. The Sabres have been better this season than last, but they’ve lost three in a row and 15 of their last 21. They enter off a 7-2 loss in Edmonton and now face a Flames team which destroyed the Coyotes 7-1 at home most recently. Calgary has won seven of eight and it’s 15-8 at home, averaging 4.35 goals and allowing 3.26 in those contests. Key Trends: - The Flames are 5-1 in their last six when playing on two days rest. - The Sabres are just 15-36 in their last 51 after allowing seven goals or more on the road vs. a non-conference opponent. The verdict: I don’t foresee Calgary “looking past” this opportunity. In fact, quite the opposite. Lay the 1.5 goals! |
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01-15-19 | Hurricanes -135 v. Rangers | Top | 2-6 | Loss | -135 | 27 h 9 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Carolina Hurricanes. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Massive offensive surge. The Hurricanes are back in contention for a playoff spot thanks to an offense which has produced 4.00 GPG over its last eight games. Off a 6-3 home win over Nashville, I think the Hurricanes sweep through the Big Apple as well. Key Trends: - Carolina is 8-4 (+2.4 units) this year already after a victory by two goals or more. - New York is just 4-11 (-7.2 units) this season already after a loss by two goals or more in its previous game. The verdict: This one has blowout written all over it. Great line value! |
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01-14-19 | Canadiens v. Bruins -170 | Top | 3-2 | Loss | -170 | 26 h 12 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Boston Bruins. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home ice advantage. The Habs have been great this year, especially on the road. But the Bruins have been exceptional on home ice (16-6.) This is my “key angle” for this contest. Key Trends: - The Bruins are 16-5 in their last 21 home games vs. teams with a winning road record. - Montreal is just 12-39 in its last 51 vs. teams with winning records. - The Habs are only 11-24 in their last 35 following a win. - Montreal is a poor 13-28 in its last 41 after allowing two goals or less in its last game. The verdict: The numbers all point to a home side blowout. Lay it! |
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01-13-19 | Rangers v. Blue Jackets -1.5 | Top | 5-7 | Win | 120 | 26 h 35 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Columbus Blue Jackets (PUCK-LINE) Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home ice. Both teams played and won yesterday. I think the Rangers have a predictable letdown here after their 2-1 road victory over the Isles. Columbus on the other hand looks primed to build off is 2-1 OT victory over Washington in the nation’s capital last night. This one has blow-out written all over it. Key Trends: - Columbus is 27-9 in its last 36 vs. teams with a road winning percentage of less than .400. - The Blue Jackets are 7-1 in their last eight vs. teams with a losing record. - New York is 6-21 in its last 27 road games vs. teams with a winning home record. The verdict: Lay the 1.5 goals and prepare for a blowout! |
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01-12-19 | Penguins v. Kings UNDER 6 | Top | 2-5 | Loss | -111 | 28 h 58 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the under Pens/Kings. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Pens’ net minder Casey DeSmith. The back-up has been solid this year, going 12-11 with a 2.47 GAA. Note that he’s 1-0 with a 1.00 GAA vs. the Kings as well. Key Trends: - Pittsburgh has seen the total go under in ten of its last 16 road games when the total in the contest is set at six or higher. - The Kings have seen the total go under in 11 of their last 17 vs. teams with winning records. The verdict: I think the home side controls the pace and this one stays under once it’s all said and done! |
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01-11-19 | Panthers +182 v. Flames | Top | 3-4 | Loss | -100 | 28 h 10 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Florida Panthers. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Panthers’ net minder Roberto Luongo. The Panthers come in off a 4-3 loss in Edmonton last night and Luongo was pulled early for James Reimer in the setback. Luongo though is 27-20 with a 2.61 GAA vs. Calgary. I think the Panthers catch the Flames flat-footed here after their satisfying 5-3 home win over Colorado last time out. Key Trends: - Calgary is already only 3-4 (-1.7 units) this season after a three games unbeaten streak. - The Panthers are 7-2 in their last nine when playing the second game of a back to back in a non-conference venue after giving up four or more goals in an OT loss. The verdict: The stage is set for the upset! |
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01-10-19 | Capitals v. Bruins -136 | Top | 4-2 | Loss | -136 | 26 h 1 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Boston Bruins. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Bruins’ net minder Jaroslav Halak. He’s 9-1 with a 2.17 GAA at home this year (.933 save percentage). Capitals’ netminder Braden Holtby has dominated the Bruins throughout his career, but Halak’s form remains unmatched at home right now and I believe he’ll be the X-Factor in this important match-up. Key Trends: - Boston is 10-4 (+5.6 units) this season after scoring four goals or more in its previous outing (4-0 home win over the Wild). - The Bruins are 13-5 (+3.7 units) in their last 18 vs. teams with winning records. The verdict: I think home ice and Halak prove to be the difference. Lay it! |
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01-09-19 | Predators v. Blackhawks +1.5 | Top | 4-3 | Win | 100 | 26 h 8 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Blackhawks on the puck-line. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Inconsistent road play. The Predators have been one of the best teams in the league the last few years, but this season they’ve been very pedestrian on the road. While they come in off a 4-0 win over Toronto, they’re still only 11-11 away from home, averaging 3.14 goals and allowing 2.82. Key Trends: - Nashville is already just 1-4 (-4.4 units) this season after playing three straight road games. - Chicago is 9-6 (+6.8 units) vs. the division. The verdict: Chicago has been playing a lot better of late and I think that the sharp call here is to lay the price for the extra 1.5 goals. |
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01-08-19 | Stars -102 v. Blues | Top | 3-1 | Win | 100 | 28 h 52 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Dallas Stars. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Scheduling. St. Louis comes in off a highly satisfying 3-0 win on the road in Philadelphia just last night. Classic letdown spot here in my opinion. Dallas on the other hand is out to atone for a poor 5-1 road loss to the Jets on Sunday. Key Trends: - The Stars are 6-2 in their last eight vs. teams with losing records. - St. Louis is 0-6 in its last six in the second game of a back-to-back situation. - The Blues are also just 3-15 in their last 18 when playing the fourth game of a 4-in-6 situation. The verdict: Look for the “fresher” Stars to get the job done! |
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01-07-19 | Predators v. Maple Leafs -155 | Top | 4-0 | Loss | -155 | 12 h 5 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Toronto Maple Leafs. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Road woes. While the Predators did earn a 4-1 road win over Montreal last time out, a return to mediocrity is immediately expected here, as note that Nashville is a poor 10-11 on the road this year, averaging 3.10 goals and allowing 2.95 in this contests (the Leafs are 13-8 on home ice, averaging 3.43 goals and allowing 2.48.) Key Trends: - Nashville is just 1-5 in its last six in the third game of a 3-in-4 scenario. - The Predators are 0-5 in their last five after allowing two goals or less in their previous outing. - Toronto is 20-7 in its last 27 vs. the Western Conference. The verdict: This line could be larger in my opinion. Lay it. |
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01-06-19 | Capitals v. Red Wings +150 | Top | 3-2 | Loss | -100 | 24 h 2 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Detroit Red Wings. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. The Wings lost in the Nation’s capital 6-2 on December 11th. Off a 4-3 OT win over the Predators at home, I think the Detroit “steals” another here in friendly confines. Key Trends: - Detroit is 5-2 in its last seven home games after scoring four goals or more in an OT victory. - The Wings are 6-3 in their last nine in trying to revenge a road loss vs. an opponent in which they allowed six goals or more in and in which they scored two goals or less in. The verdict: The condition and the numbers point to a home side upset! |
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01-05-19 | Lightning v. Sharks +102 | Top | 2-5 | Win | 102 | 31 h 40 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the San Jose Sharks. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Scheduling and home ice. Two of the top teams in the league going head to head here, but San Jose has had two whole nights off after a 2-1 road trip and with a game at home vs. the lowly Kings, the Sharks have nothing to “look ahead” to. TB has won two straight on the road, but who would fault the Lightning for “looking ahead” to three whole nights off before a home game against Columbus next. Key Trends: - Tampa Bay is interestingly just 10-16 (-10.6 units) in its last 26 games played in the month of January. - San Jose is 28-20 in its last 48 when playing on two days rest. - The Sharks are 41-25 (+10.3 units) the L2 years after allowing four goals or more. The verdict: Home ice is the difference. |
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01-04-19 | Golden Knights -120 v. Ducks | Top | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 29 h 59 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Golden Knights. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Momentum. Las Vegas has already taken both meetings vs. the Ducks this year, but overall the Knights come in having won four straight after blanking the Kings 2-0 on Monday. Las Vegas is now firing on all cylinders and I think its recent domination in this series carries over. Key Trends: - The Ducks are 0-6 in their last six overall. - Anaheim is 0-4 in its last four after scoring two goals or less in its previous game. - The Knights are 4-1 in their last five vs. teams with losing records. The verdict: Great price on a hot team. |
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01-03-19 | Flames v. Bruins -137 | Top | 4-6 | Win | 100 | 27 h 25 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Boston Bruins. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Scheduling. The Flames come in off a come from behind win in the Motor City just last night and I think they’ll suffer a predictable letdown here. The Bruins look poised for a victory after their 4-2 win over Chicago in the Winter Classic on New Year’s Day. Key Trends: - Boston is 5-0 in its last five vs. the Western Conference. - The Flames are just 2-6 in their last eight in “Bean Town.” - Calgary is a poor 3-10 in its last 13 road games vs. a team with a home winning percentage of greater than .600. The verdict: I’m expecting a complete blowout, so lay it! |
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01-02-19 | Oilers -105 v. Coyotes | Top | 3-1 | Win | 100 | 29 h 59 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Edmonton. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Oilers’ goaltender Cam Talbot. He’s just 7-11-2 overall, but he made four starts against the Coyotes last year and went 2-1-0 with a 2.57 GAA and .921 save percentage. This are two hungry teams, but I think Talbot will be the difference in the end. Key Trends: - Edmonton is still 22-14 (+7 units) in its last 36 after playing three straight home games. - The Coyotes are only 6-10 (-3.3 units) this year vs. teams with losing records. - Arizona is just 26-46 (-6.4 units) the L2 years following a loss by two goals or more in its previous game. The verdict: I’m banking on the Oilers breaking their six-game slide in this favorable matchup. Play on Edmonton. |
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12-31-18 | Sharks v. Flames -119 | Top | 5-8 | Win | 100 | 28 h 22 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Calgary Flames. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. The Sharks beat the Flames 3-1 on November 11th. Calgary is also looking to avoid a season-high fourth straight loss at the Saddledome. After San Jose’s 7-4 win in Edmonton, I think the visitors have a letdown on New Years Eve in this difficult road rink. Key Trends: - San Jose is 7-9 (-6.7 units) after scoring four goals or more in its previous game. - Calgary is 8-3 (+3.9 units) this season following a divisional contest. - The Flames are 12-8 (+2 unit) this year in trying to revenge a loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: Revenge is a dish best served cold. Great price on the hungry home side. |
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12-29-18 | Rangers v. Predators UNDER 6 | Top | 4-3 | Loss | -105 | 27 h 2 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the under Rangers/Predators. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Recent history. Nashville posted a 3-2 road win in New York earlier in the year and I’m expecting a similar, hard-fought, lower-scoring battle here as well. Key Trends: - The Rangers have seen the total dip under in seven of their last ten following a divisional contest. - The Predators have seen the total go under in ten of their last ten non-conference games. - Nashville has seen the total go under in three of four at home already when the total is set at 6 or higher. The verdict: For all of the reasons listed above, I’m going to play the under. |
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12-27-18 | Wild -149 v. Blackhawks | Top | 2-5 | Loss | -149 | 27 h 59 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Minnesota Wild. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Rest leads to rust? Not for the Wild. After losing four straight heading into the break, the Wild will be eager to get back onto the ice. Note that they’re 15-5 (+8.5 units) in their last 20 when playing with three or more days rest. Key Trends: - The Wild are 6-4 vs. the division this year. - The Blackhawks are already 0-3 (-3.6 units) this season when playing with three or more days rest. - Chicago is a poor 6-10 (-4.2 units) this year vs. teams with losing records. The verdict: This one has blowout written all over it. Lay it! |
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12-22-18 | Avalanche -123 v. Coyotes | Top | 4-6 | Loss | -123 | 25 h 8 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Colorado Avalanche. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - The Avs have flat out dominated in the second game of a back-to-back scenario. Note, that despite playing just last night, I think the Avs’ trend of dominating in the second game of the back to back continues this season as they coe in having gone 3-1-1 while averaging 4.8 goals per game in such instances. Key Trends: - Colorado is 5-2 in its last seven in the fourth game of a 4-in-6 situation. - Arizona is 0-6 ATS in its last six when playing on one days rest. The verdict: For all the reasons listed above, play on the Avs. |
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12-20-18 | Blues v. Canucks -109 | Top | 1-5 | Win | 100 | 30 h 40 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Vancouver Canucks. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Inconsistent road team. St. Louis has admittedly looked a lot better of late and it comes in off a big road win at Edmonton, but it still just 1-6 in its last seven road contests following a victory. This is my “key angle” for this contest. Key Trends: - St. Louis is already a terrible 5-9 (-5. units) after scoring four goals or more in its previous game. - Vancouver is 7-2 in its last nine after allowing five goals or more in its previous contest (a 5-2 loss at home to the league leading Lightning last time out broke a four-game win streak.) The verdict: Home ice is the difference. Play on the Canucks. |
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12-18-18 | Panthers v. Sabres -124 | Top | 5-2 | Loss | -124 | 24 h 40 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Buffalo Sabres. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home cooking. The Panthers are 12-13-6 on the year and they’ve struggled away from friendly confines. The Sabres are 20-9-5 and have enjoyed a significant home ice advantage. Florida looks poised for a letdown after its 4-3 OT win over Toronto. Key Trends: - Florida is just 2-4 (-2.3 units) this year when playing with two days rest. - The Panthers are only 2-6 (-5.1 units) following a division game. - Buffalo is 15-7 (+12.1 units) this year revenging a loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: This line could easily be a lot larger in my opinion. Lay the price. |
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12-17-18 | Ducks v. Penguins -165 | Top | 4-2 | Loss | -165 | 26 h 29 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Penguins. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Past history. Ducks’ net minder John Gibson owns a poor 3.73 GAA lifetime vs. the Pens. Despite their recent upswing in play, the Ducks are still ranked 29th in the league in scoring with just 2.53 GPG, while allowing 2.82. Pittsburgh is scoring 3.41 and allowing 3.19. Key Trends: - The Penguins are interestingly 10-1 in their last 11 vs. the Pacific Division. - Pittsburgh is a sharp 8-2 in its last ten in the fourth game of a 4 in 6 situation. - The Ducks are just 3-9 in their last 12 road games vs. a team with a winning home record. The verdict: This one has blowout written all over it. Lay the price. |
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12-16-18 | Coyotes v. Hurricanes -170 | 0-3 | Win | 100 | 21 h 44 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on Carolina. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Coyotes’ goaltender Darcy Kuemper’s history of futility in this spot. Note only is Kuemper just 2-6 with a 3.28 GAA on the road this season, he’s also 0-1 with a 5.57 GAA vs. Carolina for his career. This is my “key angle” for this contest. Key Trends: - Arizona is just 6-9 (-2.4 units) this year in non-conference games. - Carolina is 6-1 (+5.1 units) this season after a division game. - The Hurricanes are 4-2 in their last six after three or more consecutive losses. The verdict: Look for the desperate and revenge minded home side to get the job done. |
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12-14-18 | Coyotes v. Rangers -143 | Top | 4-3 | Loss | -143 | 27 h 11 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the New York Rangers. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Fatigue. Arizona is a poor team on the best of nights, but after last night’s 3-1 loss in Buffalo, I think the visitors come in dog tired to the Big Apple. Key Trends: - The Coyotes are now just 5-9 (-3.8 units) in non-conference games. - The Rangers are already 7-5 (+4.8 units) this season after allowing four goals or more in their previous outing (lost 6-3 at Tampa last time out.) The verdict: Look for the rested and focused home side to gut out the win here. |
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12-13-18 | Panthers v. Wild -163 | Top | 1-5 | Win | 100 | 29 h 38 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Minnesota Wild. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Panthers’ goaltender Roberto Luongo’s curse vs. the Wild. Luongo is 0-4-1 vs. Minnesota and he’s 0-5-1 with a 4.86 GAA and weak .823 save percentage in six starts in his career at the Xcel Energy Center. Key Trends: - Florida is just 1-5 in its last six on the road. - Minnesota is still 39-14 in its last 53 vs. teams with a sub .400 record. The verdict: I think Luongo continues to struggle in this match-up. Lay the price. |
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12-12-18 | Flyers v. Flames -170 | 5-6 | Win | 100 | 28 h 26 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Calgary Flames. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home ice advantage. The Flames are averaging 4.20 GPG at home and the Flyers are allowing 3.71 GPG on the road. Key Trends: - Philadelphia is just 5-9 (-4.9 units) already this season vs. teams with winning records. - Calgary is 18-10 (+8 units) in its last 28 when playing with two days rest. The verdict: This line could/should be higher. Lay the price. |
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12-11-18 | Oilers v. Avalanche -144 | Top | 6-4 | Loss | -144 | 29 h 57 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* Colorado Avalanche (9:05 EST. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. Edmonton has won five of the last seven in the series and four of the last five in Colorado. The Oilers look a lot better under new head coach Ken Hitchcock, but I think they’ll scuffle here. Key Trends: - Edmonton is already 0-3 (-3.4 units) this season after a three-game unbeaten streak (and 8-18, -14 units the L2 years) - Colorado is 3-1 (+2.1 units) after a loss by two goals or more in its previous game. The verdict: Take the “hungrier” home side. |
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12-10-18 | Kings v. Red Wings -120 | Top | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 28 h 42 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Red Wings. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home cooking. Detroit is 13-13-1 overall, including only 7-7-1 at home. However, it’s 5-2 in its last seven in friendly confines. It also has a tough game in the Nation’s capital, making this contest that much more important. The Kings are only 11-18 overall and just 4-8 on the road. Key Trends: - The Wings are 7-2 in their last nine non-conference home games as a favorite in the -105 to -125 range. - Detroit is 6-2 in its last eight trying to revenge an in-season loss to an opponent in which it lost by two or more goals in (4-2 setback in LA on October 7th.) The verdict: Great price on the home side. |
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12-09-18 | Canadiens v. Blackhawks +102 | Top | 3-2 | Loss | -100 | 25 h 12 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Chicago Blackhawks. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home ice. The Hawks have been terrible this year, but Montreal has been extremely inconsistent. The Habs come in off back-to-back wins over Ottawa, but previous to that the’d lost six of seven. Look for the hungry home side to take advantage. Key Trends: - Montreal is already just 2-4 (-2.2 units) after a win by two goals or more. - Chicago is still 41-30 (+7.2 units) in its last 71 non-conference games. The verdict: Play on Chicago. |
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12-08-18 | Avalanche v. Lightning -145 | Top | 1-7 | Win | 100 | 27 h 15 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Lightning. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home cooking. These are two of the best team’s in the league. The Avs have a 17-7-4 record, including going 11-5-1 on the road. The Lightning are 22-7-1 overall, including 12-4 at home. In a contest between two very evenly matched teams, my “key angle” is home ice advantage. Key Trends: - Lightning are 7-2 in their last nine home games following a four games or more unbeaten streak. - The Avs are only 2-6 in their last eight road games trying to avenge a loss vs. an opponent in which they were shutout in (lost 1-0 to the Bolts on October 24th.) The verdict: I think this is a great price on the hot home side. |
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12-07-18 | Sharks v. Stars +109 | Top | 2-3 | Win | 109 | 27 h 0 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Dallas Stars. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home cooking. Dallas is 9-3-1 at home (including 9-4 ATS, -1.5), while San Jose is only 5-7-2 on the road. Key Trends: - The Stars are 7-2 in their last nine home games following a three games or more unbeaten streak. - The Sharks are just 2-6 in their last eight road games following a two games or more unbeaten streak. The verdict: Great value on the home side. |
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12-06-18 | Blue Jackets v. Flyers -106 | Top | 4-3 | Loss | -106 | 27 h 54 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Philadelphia Flyers. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. The Flyers play with revenge after falling 6-3 to Columbus in mid October. Key Trends: - Columbus is just 5-7 (-5.7 units) vs. teams with losing records - Philadelphia is 53-40 (+13.8 units) in its last 93 in trying to revenge a loss vs. an opponent. The verdict: Play on the revenge-minded home side. |
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12-04-18 | Capitals +117 v. Golden Knights | Top | 3-5 | Loss | -100 | 30 h 12 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Washington Capitals. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Recent history. This is just a bad match-up for the Knights. After winning Game 1 of the Finals last year, the Knights would then fall in four straight. They also lost 5-2 in the Nation’s capital earlier in the year. Both teams have struggled this season, but clearly the Knights have taken a major step back. Great value on the defending champs. Key Trends: - The Capitals are already 7-2 (+4.8 units) this year after allowing four goals or more (lost 6-5 in OT to the Ducks last time out.) - The Knights are already only 4-6 (-4.1 units) vs. teams with winning records. The verdict: Play on Washington. |
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