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Columbus Blue Jackets vs Pittsburgh Penguins Picks and Predictions November 15th 2024
Blue Jackets, Penguins Searching for Positives Ahead of ClashBlue Jackets: Searching for StabilityPenguins: Looking to Turn the CornerKey Matchups and Factors to WatchOutlook Blue Jackets, Penguins Searching for Positives Ahead of Clash Two Metropolitan Division teams in desperate need of a spark, the Pittsburgh Penguins and Columbus Blue Jackets, will square off on Friday night in Columbus. Both teams have stumbled through the early stages of the season and are eager to find consistency as they look to climb the standings. Blue Jackets: Searching for Stability The Blue Jackets are enduring a difficult stretch, with an 0-5-1 winless streak that has left them tied for the fewest points (12) in the NHL. Tuesday’s 5-2 loss to the Seattle Kraken encapsulated
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Colorado Avalanche vs Washington Capitals Picks and Predictions November 15th 2024
Ageless Alex Ovechkin Excelling as Capitals Face AvalancheOvechkin’s Remarkable RunCapitals Look to Bounce BackAvalanche Riding Momentum and ReinforcementsKey Matchups to WatchOutlook Ageless Alex Ovechkin Excelling as Capitals Face Avalanche Alex Ovechkin continues to amaze the hockey world as he closes in on Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goal-scoring record. At 39 years old, Ovechkin is defying age and expectations, scoring 10 goals in 15 games this season. As his Washington Capitals face the Colorado Avalanche on Friday night in Denver, all eyes will be on Ovechkin as he seeks to inch closer to history. Ovechkin is now just 31 goals behind Gretzky’s record of 894, and his recent performances suggest he could realistically achieve this milestone by season’s end. His eight goals
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Anaheim Ducks vs Detroit Red Wings Picks and Predictions November 15th 2024
Red Wings Begin West Coast Leg of Trip vs. Slumping DucksRed Wings Riding Defensive ResilienceDucks’ Struggles Continue Amid Injury ConcernsKey Matchups and What to WatchOutlook Red Wings Begin West Coast Leg of Trip vs. Slumping Ducks The Detroit Red Wings (8-6-1) will look to build on their momentum as they open the West Coast portion of their road trip against the Anaheim Ducks (6-8-1) on Friday night. Both teams are coming off tightly contested games on Wednesday, with the Red Wings securing a 3-2 overtime victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Ducks falling 3-2 to the Vegas Golden Knights. Red Wings Riding Defensive Resilience Detroit’s win in Pittsburgh was fueled by a strong defensive performance, holding the Penguins’ star
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Ul Lafayette Ragin’ Cajuns vs South Alabama Jaguars Picks and Predictions November 16th 2024
Louisiana Ragin Cajuns vs South Alabama Jaguars November 16th 2024 ESPN+ will be covering this week 12 South Alabama Jaguars vs. Louisiana Ragin Cajuns matchup, with the game set for 7:00 ET at Cajun Field in Lafayette. The Louisiana Ragin Cajuns are the heavy favorite at -8.5 points, coming in with an impressive 8-1 record for the season, while South Alabama has gone 4-5. The over/under line is currently at 58.5 points. South Alabama vs. Louisiana Key Information Teams: Jaguars at Ragin Cajuns Where: Cajun Field Lafayette Date: Saturday, November 16th Betting Odds LOULAF -338 | SALA +265 O/U 58.5 The Jaguars Can Win If… South Alabama enters Week 12 with a 4-5 record, facing Louisiana. They are 2-2 at
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Old Dominion Monarchs vs James Madison Dukes Picks and Predictions November 16th 2024
Old Dominion Monarchs vs James Madison Dukes November 16th 2024 James Madison Dukes and Old Dominion Monarchs are set to face off on Saturday, November 16th, with kick-off at 4:00 ET from S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk. ESNU will be handling the TV coverage for this week 12 college football matchup. The Dukes are coming in as the -4-point favorite on the road. The over/under line is currently at 52 points. The money line odds are -186 for James Madison and +155 for Old Dominion. The Dukes have a 7-2 record this season, while the Monarchs are 4-5 overall. James Madison vs. Old Dominion Key Information Teams: Dukes at Monarchs Where: S.B. Ballard Stadium Norfolk Date: Saturday, November 16th Betting

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Anaheim Ducks vs. Boston Bruins Pick & Prediction OCTOBER 22nd 2023

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For the Boston Bruins, embarking on a four-game road trip so early in the NHL season has its benefits. The team bonding might be great, but the results are even greater. A night after defeating Los Angeles 4-2, the Bruins will go for a third straight victory in California — and their fifth in a row to begin the season — when they visit the Anaheim Ducks on Sunday. “A trip like this earlier in … more

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Buffalo Sabres vs. New York Islanders Pick & Prediction OCTOBER 21st 2023

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The Buffalo Sabres are accustomed to lamenting their performance on defense. For the defensively oriented New York Islanders, their Friday loss was a jarring and unusual experience. A pair of teams looking to bounce back from porous efforts are slated to meet Saturday night when the Sabres host the Islanders in a battle of Eastern Conference rivals. The Sabres, in the midst of a four-game homestand, were off Friday after falling to the Calgary Flames … more

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Minnesota Wild vs. Columbus Blue Jackets Pick & Prediction OCTOBER 21st 2023

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The Minnesota Wild and Columbus Blue Jackets sport identical records as they head into a Saturday meeting at Saint Paul, Minn. While neither team is ecstatic about its 2-2-0 mark, neither team is overly disappointed. “We’ve just been even, which is our record, 2-2,” Wild coach Dean Evason said after his team’s Friday practice. “We need to take another step forward.” The record is even, but the Wild’s games have been all over the map. … more

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Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Philadelphia Phillies Pick & Prediction OCTOBER 21st 2023

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PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks and Philadelphia Phillies each used eight pitchers in Game 4 of the National League Championship Series on Friday, a contest won by the Diamondbacks behind a three-run, eighth-inning rally. With so many arms needed in Arizona’s 6-5 victory that tied the best-of-seven series at two wins apiece, both managers are counting on their aces to come through with lengthy performances on Saturday in Game 5. The Diamondbacks’ Zac Gallen (17-9, … more

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Toronto FC vs. Orlando City SC Pick & Prediction OCTOBER 21st 2023

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Orlando City look to keep the momentum going into the playoffs when they visit Toronto FC on MLS Decision Day on Saturday. The Lions (17-7-9, 60 points) already have secured second place in the Eastern Conference, as well as the most points and wins of their nine MLS seasons. Orlando City coach Oscar Pareja may opt to rest some starters Saturday to keep everyone fresh for the MLS Cup playoffs. However, after a two-week international … more