After a scattered start to open the season, it feels good to be back in the flow of things. We've got a full slate of action tonight, which means plenty of ways to make it profitable. There are still teams feeling out their new offseason additions and others simply trying to make it work from within. We've targeted a mix of both and come up with the best 3 plays for an incredible payout. Before we dive in, be sure to check out our NHL picks for today's action.
Ottawa Senators ML (-120) over Buffalo Sabres
Just as our title states, the Senators should come out firing over the Sabres tonight. That wasn't something that could be said often for either team last season, but Ottawa looks poised for a much stronger season. They had one of the most active offseasons and the skaters they added were significant.
First and foremost is Claude Giroux. The former-Flyers captain was traded to the Panthers towards the end of last season. He helped them earn the President's Trophy for the league's best record and become the league's highest-scoring team. He had his choice of suitors this summer and chose the Sens. Next up is Alex DeBrincat. The Blackhawks weren't good last season, but the duo of DeBrincat and Patrick Kane were still as lethal as any. He should bring much more pressure on opposing goaltenders than Ottawa has ever had. Given that the Sabres made no notable acquisitions and are still relying on 41 year-old Craig Anderson in net, expect a Sens win on the road tonight.