Our weekend of NHL action caps off with a solid 6-game slate on Sunday. The NFL may get the majority of the attention, but even ESPN is broadcasting the first game on the ice today. It's an earlier afternoon matchup, and we've even targeted it for our mega parlay. We're also eyeing a road underdog and the nightcap to help finish off your weekend with a big boost to your bankroll. With an earlier puck drop than most nights, let's check out our 3 favorite plays.'
Before we dive in, be sure to check out our NHL picks for today's action.
Colorado Avalanche 3-way ML (+158) over St. Louis Blues
That aforementioned featured ESPN game is in the midwest with the Blues hosting the Avalanche. Colorado has gotten a lot of flack recently for their disappointing results, but that's provided more value on them in this spot. Generally the defending Stanley Cup champions are significant favorites, but due to injuries, they aren't the juggernaut they otherwise could be. However, that doesn't mean they're incapable of winning this game.'
Firstly, the Blues have been wildly inconsistent through these first 2 months. In fact, they've only been consistent in terms of losing as of late. They've lost 7 of their last 9 games, and don't want to relive their last memory of the Avalanche coming into town. The last time Colorado was at Enterprise Center, they were knocking the Blues out of the 2022 Stanley Cup playoffs. Even down a few skaters, they can do so again with St. Louis allowing the 4th-most goals per game and 2nd-most on home ice. Valeri Nichushkin is also back healthy and should lead the Avs to an afternoon win.