I like the Montreal Canadians. -110 @ Heritage/ -111@ 5Dimes
Here's two things that worry me about the pick.
1) PA Parentoe is out with pussitis or whatever and the issue here is power plays and more importantly if the game goes to a shootout. He will be missed if this occurs. A regulation bet may be warranted but I'm not that savvy of a hockey bettor to do this quite yet.
2) Price has not shown his best against TB. 7-1 beatdown earlier this season and only one win in his last 5 tries against the lightning.
Here's a few things that make this a play for me.
1) Lightning on a long road stretch.
2) Pedestrian numbers on the road, including ppg's, pk's, defense in general.
3) Line is basically a pickem for a red hot team at home. Lightning have a prolific offense and I think they will always get money when a "+" is involved.
4) Motivational levels will be strong for both squads (divison/conference title on the line), in theory should produce solid play from both teams.
Should be a good game, I can't wait