Betting Picks

A rematch of last year's Stanley Cup headlines the NHL's slate of games on Thursday night. Both teams come in on lengthy winning streaks, but only one can continue. Can Tampa Bay finally get some revenge or will the Chicago Blackhawks stretch the streak to an impressive thirteen?

After getting back on track, with a successful NFL playoff parlay prediction yesterday, we head over to the National Hockey League for today's free pick prediction. As the last of a light five game night at the Bovada sportsbook, San Jose hosts Ottawa at the Shark Tank. The Sharks are aiming for a six-pack of wins while the Senators have struggled somewhat so far in the New Year. Puck drop for this NHL Western vs Eastern Conference clash is scheduled for 10:30 PM ET on January 18, 2016, from the SAP Center in San Jose, California.

New England and Arizona have punched their tickets to NFL Championship Sunday – who will join them? The answers are just a few hours away as the National Football League Divisional playoffs continue on January 17, 2016. First up, the Carolina Panthers host the Seattle Seahawks at 1:05 PM ET at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. That’s followed by the Pittsburgh Steelers vs Denver Broncos battle at 4:40 PM ET at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO. Back the home teams in these two postseason battles.

Checking in on light slate of National Hockey League wagering action at the BetOnline sportsbook, the Toronto Maple Leafs vs Columbus Blue Jackets battle has our attention tonight. The Maple Leafs haven’t played since they were squashed in San Jose on Saturday night while the bumbling Blue Jackets are playing back-to-back contests following a loss in Brooklyn last night. Puck drop is slated for 7:00 PM ET on January 13, 2016, at the Air Canada Centre.

We head to Southern California and action from the National Hockey League for today’s free pick prediction. As the last game on the NHL betting board at TopBet - Detroit visits Los Angeles for a battle of playoff contending teams tonight. The Red Wings are riding a four game winning streak while the Kings have crowned six of their last eight opponents. Puck drop is scheduled for 10:30 PM ET on January 11, 2016, at the Staples Center in Southern California.

With the AFC Wild Card playoff games now complete, today we preview and predict the Minnesota Vikings vs Seattle Seahawks NFC Wild Card clash. Frigid temperatures will greet the players and fans as this match will be played in some of the coldest weather in National Football League history. The Vikings are the 2015 NFC North Champions while the Seahawks finished second behind the Arizona Cardinals in NFC West. Kickoff is slated for 1:05 PM ET on January 10, 2016, in the Ice Bowl at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN.

Teams headed in opposite directions meet in the Windy City as the Chicago Blackhawks host the Buffalo Sabres during National Hockey League Friday night puck betting action. The Blackhawks have rolled during a five game winning streak while Sabres have dropped their last five contests. This is the second of two meetings this season after Chicago won the first match 3-2 (SO) in Buffalo back on December 19, 2015. Puck drop for this NHL Central vs Atlantic Division duel is scheduled for 8:30 PM ET on January 8, 2016, at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. We are backing the Backhawks here.

A very straightforward wager leading up to Super Bowl 50 is picking which Conference, AFC or NFC, will claim the NFL Championship. With the spread still sitting under a field goal – it’s best act on this line sooner rather than later. In fact, this wagering option will vanish from the Bovada betting board once Wild Card playoff action begins this Saturday. Here's a look at the contenders aiming to capture the Vince Lombardi Trophy on Super Bowl Sunday, February 7, 2016, at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, CA. Back the NFC as NFL Champs.

New Year's Day in the National Hockey League begins with matinee puck betting action as the Montreal Canadiens and Boston Bruins clash during the NHL Winter Classic. This is the 910th meeting between these Original Six squads with the Canadiens holding a 463-343-103 series advantage over the Bruins. Puck drop is slated for 1:00 PM on Friday, January 1, 2016, at a magically transformed Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.