NHL PRO Projections are up and running. Our first huge batch of picks goes off on Saturday!
With a massive slate of games on the horizon, we’ve identified four significant edges using our proprietary betting data.
Expert projections have pinpointed a few standout opportunities where the odds-makers may not have it right. In fact, we have identified a wrong-team-favored scenario and another favorite that we predict should be a staggering -424.
With these insights in mind, let’s delve into the four Saturday moneyline picks catching our attention.
NHL Picks, Predictions Saturday | Advanced Models Top Moneyline Edges
By comparing moneyline odds to the betting markets, PRO Projections grade NHL picks using a basic system like A, B, or C based on the prediction’s strength.
We recommend a betting edge of at least 3.5% before placing a wager or a grade of B- or better.
Let’s take a closer look at the four NHL games with excellent potential for Saturday, ranging in start times from 7 p.m. ET to 10 p.m. ET.
Islanders vs. Stars NHL Prediction Saturday
First, we spotlight a non-conference matchup between the New York Islanders and the Dallas Stars.
The Stars are currently favored at -160 on the moneyline, but our expert projections suggest the line should be closer to -210, earning a B grade.
The Stars boast one of the league’s best offenses from top to bottom. Meanwhile, Semyon Varlamov is confirmed to be starting in goal for the Islanders.
PRO Projections Edge: Stars Moneyline
Senators vs. Canadians NHL Prediction Saturday
Next up is the clash between the Ottawa Senators and the Montreal Canadiens.
The Canadiens are priced at +120, but our NHL predictions suggest the fair moneyline should be more like Habs +100, meriting a B- grade.
This matchup pits together two true wild-card teams, but we shade Saturday’s showdown to Montreal against the betting market price.
PRO Projections Edge: Canadiens Moneyline
Blue Jackets vs. Avalanche NHL Prediction Saturday
The Colorado Avalanche face off against the Columbus Blue Jackets, where the Avalanche are heavily favored at -325.
However, Action PRO models suggest the line should be far more one-sided at -425. This matchup holds a B- grade and represents our largest favorite among the Saturday moneyline odds.
PRO Projections Edge: Avalanche Moneyline
Ducks vs. Sharks NHL Prediction Saturday
Finally, the Anaheim Ducks take on the San Jose Sharks in the night-cap.
The moneyline currently positions the Sharks as +110 underdogs, but expert projections identify this as a wrong-team-favored scenario, with the odds more reasonably set at -107 in favor of San Jose.
PRO Projections Edge: Sharks Moneyline
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