The oddsmakers are calling this even, but there's great value with a one-sided win by the home team. Montreal has lost two in a row because of a weak offense (#21 in goals scored, #25 on the power play) and a tough schedule. This is their fifth road game in six contests, which explains a 1-5 run. Goalie Carey Price is 1-3-1 with a 2.41 GAA in five starts this month. New York has a strong offense, third in the NHL in goals scored, and a great home record. The Islanders are 20-9 in their last 29 home games, plus 29-11 after allowing two goals or less in their previous game. Play the New York Islanders on the puckline.
This Pro Pick was released to clients on March 14, 2015 at 10:37AM ET.
NHL
Montreal at New York
March 14, 2015
7:05 PM Eastern
1 unit on New York -1.5 goals +258 (puckline) (risk 1 to return 3.58)
Result:
LOSS
LOSS
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