I was interested in taking the Russia game and it was -4.5.... Does anyone find these lines a little high... I know both Canada and Russia covered but that is alot of goals for me.... What do you guys think???
runt23
SBR High Roller
02-09-10
134
#2
Take a look at the starting goalies in my opinion.. I am more likely to take a team with an NHLer starting in net.
Also, take a look at all the lines. You can breakdown the lines 1 by 1 (i.e. Canada's first line vs Norway's 1st, Canada's 2nd vs Norway's 2nd, etc.). I think this will help you with figuring out how many goals to expect for a differential.
I was a little skeptical about taking Canada at -7 but it paid off. But I would have taken Russia at -7 (just because I believe the Russian team is the strongest in the tournament).
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Frosh
SBR Sharp
12-14-09
343
#3
Used to the NHL. The Olympic lines are suprising at first, but if you watch how the games turn out, they fit.
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alex81
SBR Wise Guy
07-18-09
658
#4
Originally posted by runt23
Take a look at the starting goalies in my opinion.. I am more likely to take a team with an NHLer starting in net.
Also, take a look at all the lines. You can breakdown the lines 1 by 1 (i.e. Canada's first line vs Norway's 1st, Canada's 2nd vs Norway's 2nd, etc.). I think this will help you with figuring out how many goals to expect for a differential.
I was a little skeptical about taking Canada at -7 but it paid off. But I would have taken Russia at -7 (just because I believe the Russian team is the strongest in the tournament).
Russia may have an edge in offensive talent but Canada is much stronger defensively... A game between Russia and Canada would definitely be a close call.
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bruceBRUCEbruce
SBR MVP
06-20-09
2560
#5
the commies -4.5 yesterday was easy money. be careful next few days, as the books will have seen everyone play and the lines will be adjusted accordingly.