Don’t let today’s NFL action distract you from a fun slate of NHL games. If you’re too focused on other sports to do the research necessary to find the best bets to make for today’s hockey action, let me help you.

I have a locked bet on three of the four matches taking place today.

Odds via BetMGM Sports Betting

Oilers vs. Red Wings Prediction

That total is too high for a game involving one of the NHL’s worst offensive teams through the first few weeks. The Red Wings are averaging just 1.91 goals per 60 minutes of play at 5-on-5 this season, which is the lowest mark in the NHL. The average combined score of their matches is also 6.01, which is LOWER than the set total of 6.5.

It’s also worth noting that the Oilers have struggled to put the puck in the back of the net this season. They currently rank last in the league in shooting percentage, scoring on just 6.5% of shots on goal.

Pick: Oilers vs. Red wins UNDER 6.5 (-105)

Canadiens vs Flyers Prediction

In terms of expected goals, the Montreal Canadiens have been the worst team in the NHL this season. They have an average goal differential of -1.67 per 60 minutes of play. To make matters worse, Cayden Primeau gets the start for them tonight. He has a 4.21 goals-against average and a .880 save percentage in his first three starts.

The Flyers are far from an elite team, but they should be a bigger than -160 favorite at home against a terrible Canadiens team.

Choice: Flyers -160

Ducks vs Devils Prediction

The Anaheim Ducks have struggled defensively this season. They have an expected goals against number of 3.85 per 60 minutes while also allowing 15.66 high-danger scoring chances per game.

They now face a Devils team that is averaging 3.43 goals per 60 minutes while also ranking in the top five for expected goals and high-danger scoring chances. Anaheim may be able to match their pace offensively, especially with New Jersey’s poor goaltending, so I feel much more comfortable with their team total OVER 4.0 at -120.

Pick: Devils Team Total OVER 4.0 (-120)

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