Wednesday delivers the biggest slate of the week with 15 NHL games before the league takes Thursday off for Thanksgiving. The board features compelling storylines across both conferences, including the Toronto Maple Leafs trying to snap a brutal 1-4-3 stretch in their last eight games, the Winnipeg Jets navigating life without injured goalie Connor Hellebuyck, and the red-hot Anaheim Ducks (14-7) hosting Vancouver. Action tips off at 7:00 PM ET with nine games and runs through the 10:00 PM West Coast window with three more.
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Nashville visits Detroit as road underdogs in a matchup between two teams with playoff aspirations. The Red Wings are favored at -155 and should control this game at home, with the 6.5 total suggesting an offensive affair. Both teams have shown scoring potential this season, making the over an attractive option.
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The Calgary Flames (8-13-3) travel to face the Tampa Bay Lightning (13-7-2) as significant road underdogs. Tampa Bay is a heavy -175 favorite at home, and the 5.5 total reflects the Lightning's defensive improvements this season. Calgary has struggled on the road and faces a tough test against a veteran Tampa squad.
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The Philadelphia Flyers (11-7-3) visit the back-to-back Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers (12-9-1) in an intriguing cross-conference matchup. Florida is -185 at home but has been inconsistent at 12-9-1 after winning consecutive Cups. The Flyers have been a pleasant surprise this season and could keep this competitive.
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The Blues visit the Devils in a cross-conference matchup at Prudential Center. New Jersey has been one of the league's hottest teams with a potent offensive attack and strong goaltending from Jacob Markstrom. St. Louis continues to search for consistency as road underdogs, though their veteran leadership gives them a chance.
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This matchup features two of the league's best goaltenders. Ilya Sorokin has been brilliant for the Islanders, posting a 1.67 GAA with a .943 save percentage over his last 10 games, including two shutouts. The Islanders are 13-8-2 and playing stingy defense. Boston counters with Jeremy Swayman (2.39 GAA, .923 SV% last 10 games). In their November 4 meeting, the Bruins won 4-3 in a shootout. The Under 5.5 looks strong given both teams' reliance on goaltending.
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The Buffalo Sabres (9-9-4) visit the Pittsburgh Penguins (10-6-5) in an Eastern Conference matchup. Pittsburgh brings an impressive 32% power play conversion rate and is a slight -115 favorite at home. The 6.5 total suggests an offensive affair, with both teams capable of contributing to an over.
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The Winnipeg Jets visit Washington without star goalie Connor Hellebuyck, who is sidelined 4-6 weeks following knee surgery. Eric Comrie takes over in net for the Jets, significantly impacting their outlook. Alex Ovechkin continues his historic goal-scoring run for the Capitals, who are -155 home favorites with a 6.5 total.
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The Metropolitan Division-leading Carolina Hurricanes (14-6-2) host the struggling New York Rangers (11-11-2). Carolina won the first meeting 3-0 and is a massive -195 favorite. The Rangers are 2-4-0 in divisional play and looking to snap a three-game road skid. Andrei Svechnikov has five goals and four assists in his last 10 games for the Canes.
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The Toronto Maple Leafs have lost seven of their last eight games (1-4-3) and are in crisis mode heading into Columbus. The Blue Jackets are slight -110 home favorites in what is essentially a pick'em. Toronto desperately needs a win to right the ship, but their recent form suggests they could continue their slide. The 6.5 total reflects both teams' offensive capabilities.
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The Minnesota Wild (12-7-4) visit the Chicago Blackhawks (10-8-4) in a Central Division matchup. Chicago is on a three-game losing streak but has received strong goaltending from Spencer Knight (.924 SV% this season). Minnesota brings a 26% power play while Chicago counters with an 83% penalty kill. The Wild are -130 road favorites.
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The Colorado Avalanche are massive -400 home favorites against the rebuilding San Jose Sharks. Nathan MacKinnon leads one of the league's most explosive offenses, and the Avs should dominate this matchup. The 6.5 total suggests plenty of scoring, likely coming primarily from Colorado's high-powered attack.
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The Montreal Canadiens travel west to face the Utah Mammoth in their sophomore season. Utah is -145 home favorites as they continue building their franchise identity. Logan Cooley leads the young Mammoth offense. The 6.5 total indicates expectations for an entertaining, offensive game.
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The Ottawa Senators (11-7-4) visit the Vegas Golden Knights (10-5-7) in a late-night West Coast matchup. Vegas features newly acquired Mitch Marner, who has 19 points (4 goals, 15 assists) in his first 17 games since being traded from Toronto. The Golden Knights are -175 home favorites with a 5.5 total.
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The red-hot Anaheim Ducks (14-7) host the Vancouver Canucks (9-12) in a Pacific Division clash. Anaheim has been one of the season's biggest surprises and is -150 home favorites. Vancouver has struggled and needs to find consistency. The 6.5 total projects an offensive battle.
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The Dallas Stars visit the Seattle Kraken in the final game of the night. Dallas is -130 road favorites and brings one of the Western Conference's most balanced attacks. Seattle has been competitive at home with strong goaltending. The 5.5 total suggests a tighter, defensive contest.