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Free NHL Picks Contest ($100 Prize): Montreal Canadiens at Columbus Blue Jackets

NHL Picks Contest ($100 Prize): Montreal Canadiens at Columbus Blue Jackets

Monday, January 25th The Montreal Canadiens have fallen off the face of the earth without Carey Price. The best team in hockey seemed to have deep defense and sufficient scoring to make a run at another Stanley Cup, but the Habs have stumbled for a while now. Meanwhile, the Columbus Blue Jackets have recovered a bit from their horrific start. They look a little more competitive these days. Hosting the better team in a big slump, who will win this one? 

Only three people got it right last week so  ... 

NHL Picks: New York Islanders at Columbus Blue Jackets

NHL Picks: New York Islanders at Columbus Blue Jackets I actually really like the Columbus Blue Jackets. It makes me happy that they have a goaltender that makes the Flyers look silly with every successful season he puts together. That said, this year is not going well for the Jackets. A coaching change may have given them a temporary boost, but they are in the midst of another slide.

The New York Islanders, on the other hand, are playing some really great hockey at the moment. They’ve got some serious top-line talent and one of the hottest goalies in hockey  ... 

Free NHL Picks Contest ($100): Tampa Bay Lightning at Columbus Blue Jackets

NHL Picks Contest ($100 Prize): Tampa Bay Lightning at Columbus Blue Jackets

Monday, December 14th John Tortorella, laughing stock of me for squandering the best years of the New York Rangers’ dynasty of regular season dominance, was quite predictably exactly what the Columbus Blue Jackets needed. His focus on defense and system saved his reeling goaltender from falling from the ranks of above average NHL net minders. They’re on fire.

Meanwhile, Tampa has only won 13 of their 28 games despite a great goalie and some of the best offensive talent in the East. They’re dangerous and dynamic, but they’re  ... 

NHL Picks Contest ($100 Prize): Standings Update, Blue Jackets Flyers

NHL Picks Contest ($100 Prize): Standings Update, Flyers Blue Jackets

Only three of our contestants got our contest game right, so the standings look pretty similar. Duane has jumped into a five-win tie with Robert and Mike, while Lee jumped into striking range at four wins. It’s still anyone’s game, and your continued participation keeps our contests going. First to ten wins takes the whole thing, but we’ve seen leaders stumble and the door is wide open.  Simply follow along on our Facebook page to participate.

Five Wins

Robert Wilson

Mike Galanti

Duane Atkinson  ... 

NHL Picks Contest: Columbus Blue Jackets vs Philadelphia Flyers

NHL Picks Contest: Columbus Blue Jackets at Philadelphia Flyers

Tuesday, February 17th

What happened to the Columbus Blue Jackets? Last time I looked up they had their goalie of the future, a great core of young skaters, and all the momentum in the world after last season. And for that matter – what happened to the Philadelphia Flyers? Mason was serviceable last season and the top-line scoring they built the roster around has evaporated a little. That said, Philly is hot right now and difficult to beat at home. Still, they’ve been pretty streaky this season and the momentum they have today might be gone by next week… either way – who ya got?

As always, to participate, simply comment on this post pinned to the top of our Facebook page. First to ten wins, and after a small hiatus (SORRY), it’s still anyone’s game!

NHL Picks: Columbus Blue Jackets at New York Rangers

NHL Picks: Columbus Blue Jackets at New York Rangers

With the NCAA BCS Championship, I’m not betting very aggressively on hockey today. I know I won’t really be watching the games, and I know my attention will be on football. That said, I like this line.

The New York Rangers have played very predictable hockey over their last four games, and we’ve predicted those outcomes successfully four times in a row. We knew the Penguins, hot as they were, would probably beat up on New York. We also liked New York to win games against inferior opponents in the other  ... 

NHL Picks Contest Round Six: New Jersey Devils at Columbus Blue Jackets

NHL Picks Contest Round Six ($100 Prize): New Jersey Devils at Columbus Blue Jackets 12/10

Two mediocre teams do battle in Columbus on Tuesday. Unimpressive as these two have been, I think it’s the most difficult game to predict in a full day of hockey.

The Devils are anchored in their excellent goaltending, but the offense has really struggled without Ilya Kovalchuk. They’re streaky, but right now they’re very cold.

Columbus nearly made the playoffs last season on the strength of their goaltending, but injuries have hurt them offensively. This should be a grind. I don’t see where the goals will come from.

Who ya got? Simply comment on our Facebook contest post with who you think will win. In round six, our leader still only has three wins.

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NHL Picks and Predictions: Chicago Blackhawks Vs Columbus Blue Jackets

NHL Featured Game – Hockey Picks: Chicago Blackhawks Vs Columbus Blue Jackets

Maybe it’s a little obvious, but that’s what lazy Sunday afternoons are for. Low risk, high money plays while sipping a beer and hanging out with friends and family while watching hockey.

The Chicago Blackhawks are on a historic streak and, barring a letdown, they’ll dominate this game. They’re the better team, they’re home, they’re on a point streak of epic proportions, and they’re playing very well. On home ice, why stay away? This fits all parameters of my system except the “value” side of things I love  ... 

Starting fresh in 2012? NHL Hockey Picks and Predictions for Thursday, January 5th

NHL Hockey Picks and Predictions for Thursday, January 5th: Chicago Blackhawks at Philadelphia Flyers, Winnipeg Jets at Toronto Maple Leafs, Florida Panthers at New York Rangers, Flames at Bruins, Oilers at Blues, Coyotes at Kings, Blue Jackets at Sharks

Starting fresh in 2012?

Magic score 3-7 ? I was thinking a lot why road dogs (Jets and Tampa) got blown away 2 times in a row especially with such a big and similar score ? What’s different about those games?

Here is what was different. In both cases it was  ...