NHL Picks and Predictions: New York Rangers at Buffalo Sabres

NHL Featured Game – New York Rangers at Buffalo Sabres

I’m not sure about the interpretation of the data by the Z-Code recommendation algorithm. My system, fueled by Z-Code parameters, sees value in this game. Z-Code, with four stars and 63% confidence, for some reason recommends avoiding this game. Perhaps it is the result of a late line being posted.

The New York Rangers are the better team, while the Sabres are slumping and likely the worst team in the conference this year. The Sabres are going with their backup goalie coming off injury and another heartbreaking loss. He  ... 

NHL Picks and Predictions: Philadelphia Flyers at New York Rangers

NHL Featured Game: Philadelphia Flyers at New York Rangers

When Z-Code and I agree, we are unstoppable this season… but I can’t post games like that every time. It would take the excitement away, right? And we have to leave something for our VIP Club members.

Today is another intense rivalry game between the Philadelphia Flyers and New York Rangers that Z-Code and I just don’t see the same way. I see no value in this game, and find parameters within the Z-Code prediction that suggest limited value again. For me, when this happens, you go goaltending and value if  ... 

NHL Picks and Predictions, New York Rangers at Boston Bruins ($100 Contest Pick)

NHL Featured Game – New York Rangers at Boston Bruins – Featured $100 Contest Pick, Vote in the poll below!!

In round two of our $100 contest, we’ve selected a tough game between two Original Six rivals.

The New YOrk Rangers were extremely mediocre to open the season, but they’ve turned things around of late. The new chemistry on the top two lines is exciting, Lundqvist is playing like himself again, and the defense we’ve all come to know as the focal point of the Rangers system is playing well again. They’re back, perhaps finally over the crushing loss my Devils  ... 

NHL Power Rankings: Chicago Blackhawks Running Away from the Pack

With only one game of hockey, we thought it was a good time to feature our NHL power rankings by Mark. We’re on the Ducks in that game, but still waiting for Z-Code analysis to confirm our pick.

1. Chicago Blackhawks – At 9-0-2, this team looks unstoppable. How can they not be #1?

2. Pittsburgh Penguins – The Pens are the best team in the East and have the most weapons. How will they blow a Stanley Cup run this year?

3. New Jersey Devils – Save for one game, the Devils are on fire. With cleaner play, this is one of the best teams in hockey.

4. Boston Bruins – Tim Thomas just got traded to the New York Islanders, but it’s Rask’s team now.

5. Anaheim Ducks – Both goalies are playing well, but this offense is out of this world.

6. San Jose Sharks – After a hot start, the Sharks have fallen off a bit lately.  ... 

NHL Featured Game – New York Rangers & Boston Bruins

FEATURED NHL GAME – OPENING NIGHT – NEW YORK RANGERS AT BOSTON BRUINS ORIGINAL SIX RIVALRY GAME!

The New York Rangers might be the best team in the Eastern Conference. They return the top-seeded roster from last year, added Rick Nash to the offense, and should be fresh after a long offseason free from blocking shots and the grinding year that led to an Eastern Conference Finals loss to the New Jersey Devils. Hopes are high and energy is just as high. I love the Rangers this year.

The Boston Bruins are going in a new direction after Tim Thomas  ... 

NHL Preseason Picks and Predictions: Hockey’s Playoff Teams 2013

The NHL season is finally upon us, which means we get to finally outline predictions for the upcoming hockey season.  We’ll do each conference, and predict which teams will make the playoffs.  Last year, Z-Code was one of the only professional prediction services to have the Devils making the Stanley Cup Final.  Let’s see if we can do it again this year:

Western Conference:

1. Vancouver Canucks:  How do you bet against these guys?  They return a stud goaltender and some of the best scorers in hockey.  They have a two-way team that can dominate a game.  The Canucks will be great again.

2. St. Louis Blues:  The Blues have the best goaltending tandem in hockey.  This team is built for another playoff run.

3. LA Kings:  In the worst division in hockey, the Kings should be able to win the division this year.  They made a Stanley Cup run last year as an 8th seed, but they won’t sneak  ... 

The Bet of the day by Ron: NHL Pick for 17 January

NHL Spotlight

To recap: The ultimate streak reversal has been completed. The red hot Ottawa Senators were impeached at home by the struggling Jets. On the bright side, we get an example of how one game can prove current streaks absolutely meaningless. Also, what better motivation to move on and break down the league than starting 0-1 with a shutout! The Detroit Red Wings highlighted the night with their record setting 14th home win in a row at the Joe Louis Arena.

For tonight’s games we look at the televised match up Nashville Predators versus the New York Rangers at  ... 

NHL Picks and Hockey Predictions for Friday, January 6th

NHL Picks and Hockey Predictions for Friday, January 6th: New York Rangers at Pittsburgh Penguins, Florida Panthers at New Jersey Devils, Sabres Canes, Avs Blackhawks, Islanders Ducks

Check out the article by my friend Mark, professional NHL capper. I love his knowledge and humor.  We used to do a “Machine vs Man” challenge. The Machine won round 1 but Mark took a huge revenge in round 2. We are going to do more challenges in the nearest future!

http://www.thefastertimes.com/hockey/2012/01/06/nhl-picks-friday-16-rangers-penguins-panthers-devils/

Today Mark likes Devils (eh, did he ever bet against them?), Pittsburgh Penguins (I dont agree Rangers THAT tired.  ... 

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  ...