Boxing Day Special

There are 13 games on the NHL schedule tonight so let's get to picking! With a record of 36-26, I am looking to improve with a big night tonight.

Ottawa @ Buffalo - Both struggled in their last outing prior to XMas so this will be an important game for both teams. I'll give the edge to the Sabres since they are at home and will win 4-2.

Montreal @ Toronto - This is going to be a great game, a battle north of the boarder. Toronto is extremely unpredictable, and the Canadiens are on a nice little four game win streak. But the Leafs will find a way to win in a shootout...5-4.

NY Islanders @ NY Rangers - This will be the third meeting between these teams within the past two weeks. This one should be a great one as well. The Rangers have just ended their home losing streak and will look to start a good one, a winning one. Blue Shirts win 3-1.

New Jersey @ Washington - Another great one, which is difficult to call. I'll say the Devils pull it out 3-2.

Philadelphia @ Carolina - The Flyers have about a 75% chance of winning in my opinion, and I will take my chances. The Flyers win 5-2.

Atlanta @ Tampa Bay - I like the way the Thrashers play...aggressive, hard, and fast. I have not seen the Lightning play at all this season so I don't have anything to compare with. That is my disclaimer for this one. Thrashers win 4-1.

Columbus @ Detroit - The Red Wings were embarassed against Chicago prior to Christmas so they will come out hard. I would be shocked if Detroit does not find a way to win. Scoreline...5-2.

Chicago @ Nashville - The Blackhawks have been great lately, but the Preds are always a challenge at home. I would not be surprised to see the Preds establish themselves in this one. I'll go out on a limb here and say Pred win 4-3 in a shootout or overtime.

St. Louis @ Minnesota - The 'Baby Blues' continue to slide, and Minnesota is playing pretty well at home. The Wild win this one 4-1.

Los Angeles @ Phoenix - I would love to see the Coyotes continue to role. LA is an intriguing and exciting team as well. Whoever wins, I will be happy...But that means nothing for you. Coyotes win 3-2.

Dallas @ Colorado - Another great game. I'll give the nod to the Stars 5-3.

Edmonton @ Vancouver - Since I have several Canucks on my fantasy teams, I'd love to see an offensive explosion from them. I have no other reason for my prediction. Canucks win 6-4.

Anaheim @ San Jose - The Ducks will not be shutout again but will lose their second straight. The Sharks will take a bite out of the 'sitting' Ducks. San Jose 4-1.

Let's see what happens. Merry Holidays, Happy Christmas, and have a great night.