Dallas is 13-2-4 on the road this season and running hot, at 8-2 in its past ten. The offense is second in goals (3.51 per game) and on the power play, plus No. 1 in shooting percentage. The defense ranks fifth in penalty killing, fourth in goals allowed (2.57 per game), and fourth in save percentage. Meanwhile, Detroit has a -3 scoring differential this season (119-116) and ranks 21st in shooting percentage. The defense is 14th in penalty killing, 20th in goals allowed, and 26th in save percentage. Play Dallas.
This Pro Pick was released to clients on December 23, 2025 at 11:37AM ET.
NHL
Dallas at Detroit
December 23, 2025
6:30 PM Eastern
1.5 units on Dallas -120 (moneyline) (risk 1.5 to return 2.75)
Result:
LOSS
LOSS
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