October 24, 2024 at 10:45 PM EDT
The NHL action continues with nine games today, and here you can get the NHL Picks for Thursday 10/24/2024.
Dallas Stars vs Boston Bruins Prediction NHL Picks 10/24/24
Stars at Bruins at 7 PM ET
The most recent match for the Stars proved to be disappointing as they faced off against the Buffalo Sabres. The Stars managed to net only two goals, while their defense conceded four. Jake Oettinger, who was in goal, successfully stopped 21 of the 24 shots directed at him. Tyler Seguin did manage to score a goal, standing out as one of the few positive aspects for the team. Currently, the Stars are averaging 2.71 goals per game, with their defense allowing an average of 1.86 goals per game. Offensively, they rank 22nd in the league, whereas their defensive unit is performing at a commendable 3rd place.
The Bruins competed against the Nashville Predators, but their offensive efforts were insufficient, resulting in a loss without any goals scored. Jeremy Swayman was the starting goaltender and was subjected to an excessive number of shots, facing a total of 41 and successfully saving 38. Despite the Bruins registering 33 shots on goal, they were unable to convert any into scores. Currently, the Bruins average 3.0 goals per game, while their defense concedes an average of 3.43 goals per game. The offense is positioned 19th in the league rankings, whereas the defense holds the 20th position.
The Pick:
The Stars are averaging 1.86 goals per game, and they are expected to elevate their performance significantly in this encounter. However, the primary concern for the Stars lies in the unpredictability of their offense, which may face considerable challenges in gaining momentum. It is reasonable to expect that both teams will have difficulty generating scoring opportunities, leading to a final score that remains Under the total.
Florida Panthers vs New York Rangers Prediction NHL Picks 10/24/24
Panthers at Rangers at 7 PM ET
The Panthers were favored in their recent matchup against the Minnesota Wild, yet they fell short, losing by a score of 5-1. They managed to score only one goal, which occurred in the second period, but by that time, it was too late to change the game’s trajectory. Sergei Bobrovsky started as the goaltender, saving 11 out of 16 shots, while Spencer Knight, who came in as a substitute, excelled by stopping all six shots he faced. The Panthers are currently averaging 3.0 goals per game, with their defense allowing an average of 3.63 goals. Offensively, they rank 19th in the league, while their defensive performance places them at 25th.
In their most recent match against the Montreal Canadiens, the Rangers’ offense demonstrated remarkable prowess by scoring seven goals, securing a decisive victory. Filip Chytil was a standout player, netting two goals and contributing one assist. Igor Shesterkin took his position in goal, successfully stopping 21 of the 23 shots he encountered. While the team’s defense has performed admirably, the offense has also been exceptional, and continued offensive strength will be crucial moving forward. Currently, the Rangers are averaging 5.17 goals per game, with their defense allowing only 2.0 goals per game. The offense holds the top rank in the league, while the defense is positioned fifth in the NHL.
The Pick:
During the last encounter, the Rangers netted seven goals, whereas the Panthers allowed five goals, highlighting weaknesses in their defense. The Panthers’ offensive capabilities are expected to falter again, positioning the Rangers as the likely victors. It is recommended to place your confidence in the Rangers on the money line.
New Jersey Devils vs Detroit Red Wings Prediction NHL Picks 10/24/24
Devils at Red Wings at 7 PM ET
The New Jersey Devils suffered losses to the Capitals and the Lightning. They are currently averaging 3.56 goals per game and achieving a 25 percent success rate on power play opportunities. Nico Hischier leads the team with 5 goals, Jesper Bratt has provided 7 assists, and Timo Meier has taken 33 shots on goal. Defensively, the Devils are allowing 3.11 goals per game and have an 82.6 percent success rate in killing off opponent power plays. Jake Allen has given up 9 goals on 75 shots, while Jacob Markstrom has allowed 18 goals on 183 shots faced.
The Detroit Red Wings have emerged victorious against the Predators and the Islanders. They are currently averaging 2.5 goals per game and converting 15 percent of their power play opportunities. Dylan Larkin leads the team with 3 goals, while Lucas Raymond has contributed 4 assists, and JT Compher has recorded 13 shots on goal. On the defensive front, the Red Wings are allowing an average of 2.83 goals per game and successfully killing off 68.4 percent of their opponents’ power plays. In terms of goaltending performance, Cam Talbot has given up 7 goals on 75 shots faced, while Alex Lyon has allowed 5 goals on 110 shots.
The Pick:
Coming off two consecutive losses, the Devils have allowed a staggering 14 goals in those matches. On the other hand, the Detroit Red Wings have been excelling defensively this season and have recently triumphed in two away games. As they head back home, the Red Wings are likely to carry a sense of confidence and offer significant value as underdogs. Although the Devils are statistically the superior team and are anticipated to be favored, I am inclined to place my bet on the team that has shown better form in the last week, particularly given the attractive odds. Back the Wings.
Minnesota Wild vs Tampa Bay Lightning Prediction NHL Picks 10/24/24
Wild at Lightning at 7 PM ET
The Minnesota Wild triumphed over the Blue Jackets and the Panthers in their recent matches. The team is currently averaging 3.33 goals per game and achieving a power play success rate of 33.3 percent. Mats Zuccarello leads the team with 3 goals, while Kirill Kaprizov has contributed 8 assists, and Matt Boldy has taken 15 shots on goal. Defensively, the Minnesota Wild are allowing an average of 1.83 goals per game and are effectively killing 75 percent of their opponents’ power plays. Filip Gustavsson has faced 145 shots, allowing 7 goals, while Marc-Andre Fleury has given up 4 goals on 34 shots.
The Tampa Bay Lightning experienced a defeat against the Maple Leafs but secured a victory over the Devils. Currently, the team is averaging 4.33 goals per game and converting 20.8 percent of their power play chances. Nikita Kucherov is the team’s leading scorer with 7 goals, while Anthony Cirelli has contributed 7 assists, and Victor Hedman has recorded 21 shots on goal. On the defensive side, the Lightning are conceding 3.33 goals per game and successfully killing 68.2 percent of their opponents’ power plays. In terms of goaltending, Andrei Vasilevskiy has allowed 14 goals on 115 shots, and Jonas Johansson has surrendered 6 goals on 50 shots faced.
The Pick:
The Lightning have achieved three successive victories over the Wild. Nonetheless, the value proposition lies with the Wild and the attractive odds. The Minnesota Wild have garnered positive results in their last six games, exhibiting strong defensive capabilities by permitting only one goal in each of their last three outings. The Wild have consistently performed well without any disappointing showings. I am going with the Wild along with the advantageous odds.
St. Louis Blues vs Toronto Maple Leafs Prediction NHL Picks 10/24/24
Blues at Maple Leafs at 7 PM ET
The St. Louis Blues approach this contest aiming to bounce back following a narrow 3-2 loss to the Winnipeg Jets in their previous game. Leading the team, Jordan Kyrou has accumulated 7 points, which include 2 goals and 5 assists. Robert Thomas and Philip Broberg are both tied with 6 points, with Thomas achieving a team-high of 5 assists. Pavel Buchnevich has recorded 4 points, highlighted by 3 goals, while Justin Faulk also has 4 points, consisting of 3 assists. Colton Parayko has contributed 4 assists, and both Mathieu Joseph and Jake Neighbours have each scored 3 points, with Joseph netting 2 goals. In terms of goaltending, Joel Hofer boasts a perfect 3-0 record, a 2.32 GAA, and a .932 save percentage, whereas Jordan Binnington has a record of 1-3, with a 3.04 GAA and a .891 save percentage.
The Toronto Maple Leafs aim to rebound following a 6-2 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets in their previous match. Leading the team in scoring, William Nylander has amassed 7 points, which include 5 goals and 2 assists. Mitch Marner matches him with 7 points, highlighted by a team-high of 6 assists. Max Domi has also contributed significantly with 6 assists, while Auston Matthews has recorded 5 points, including 3 goals. Bobby McMann and Matthew Knies each have 4 points, with 3 goals to their names, and John Tavares has scored 2 goals along with 2 assists. Oliver Ekman-Larsson has provided 4 assists, and Jake McCabe has contributed 3 assists this season. In net, Anthony Stolarz has a record of 3-2, with a GAA of 1.83 and a save percentage of .938, while Dennis Hildeby has a GAA of 4.03 and a save percentage of .869.
The Pick:
The loss that Toronto faced against Columbus was indeed difficult, particularly given the complexities associated with back-to-back games. It is my assessment that Dennis Hildeby is not sufficiently equipped to function as a backup at the NHL level at this time. The Leafs have shown impressive performance at home early in the season, and I expect them to achieve another win on their home ice. I favor Toronto in this matchup.
Colorado Avalanche vs Utah Hockey Club Prediction NHL Picks 10/24/24
Avalanche at Utah at 9 PM ET
The Avalanche initially struggled to find their footing at the start of the season, but they are now beginning to improve, coming off a recent victory. In their latest game against the Seattle Kraken, the Avalanche scored three goals, achieving a one-goal win. Joel Kiviranta was a standout player, scoring two goals to help secure the victory. Justus Annuen, who started in goal, successfully stopped 25 of the 27 shots he faced. Currently, the Avalanche average 3.43 goals per game, while their defense concedes an average of 4.433 goals. The offensive unit is ranked 10th in the league, whereas the defensive unit holds the 32nd position.
In their most recent match, Utah faced the Ottawa Senators, resulting in an unsatisfactory performance. The team was unable to score any goals, while their defense conceded four, culminating in a loss. Connor Ingram was the starting goaltender but struggled significantly, saving only four of the eight shots he encountered. Currently, Utah holds a record of 4-2-1 and must avoid falling behind early in future games, as they did in this last encounter. Throughout the season, Utah averages 3.14 goals per game, while their defense allows 3.43 goals. Offensively, they rank 15th in the league, whereas defensively, they are positioned 20th in the NHL. Utah is set to compete against the Kings in their next match.
The Pick:
The Avalanche’s current average stands at 4.43 goals allowed per game, indicating that they may encounter difficulties in their defensive strategy once more. Although Utah did not manage to score in their last outing, they are poised to improve significantly in this game. Predictions suggest that Utah will find the back of the net a couple of times in the first half and will not look back, leading them to a decisive win. Back Utah for an upset in this encounter.
Carolina Hurricanes vs Calgary Flames Prediction NHL Picks 10/24/24
Hurricanes at Flames at 9 PM ET
The Carolina Hurricanes currently hold a record of 3-2-0 for the season, following their recent victory over Edmonton, which concluded in overtime with a score of 3-2. Despite trailing 2-0 entering the third period, the Hurricanes managed to equalize and secure the win with just seven seconds remaining in overtime. In this match, Carolina was outshot 35 to 33, achieved a face-off win percentage of 44.2%, and converted 1 out of 2 power play opportunities. Goals were scored by Aho, Necas, and Gostisbehere, while Andersen made 33 saves on 35 shots faced.
The Calgary Flames currently boast a record of 5-0-1 this season, having recently defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins in a shootout, with a score of 4-3. The team faced challenges, trailing 2-1 and 3-2 in the third period, but they managed to tie the game with less than a minute remaining, leading to their victory in the shootout. In terms of statistics, Calgary was outshot 38-25, won merely 36.8% of face-offs, and failed to capitalize on four power play opportunities. The goals for Calgary came from Kadri, Andersson, and Weegar, while Wolf delivered a strong performance in net, stopping 35 of the 38 shots he faced.
The Pick:
The Flames have demonstrated a robust defensive performance, complemented by an impressive offensive output of 3.83 goals per game. Meanwhile, Carolina has secured victories in three of their last four matches and is recognized for their strong defensive capabilities. Both teams experienced favorable outcomes in their most recent games; however, given the current odds favoring the Flames, I am inclined to support them in this matchup.
Winnipeg Jets vs Seattle Kraken Prediction NHL Picks 10/24/24
Jets at Kraken at 10 PM ET
The Winnipeg Jets have achieved a perfect record of 6-0-0 this season following their recent victory over St. Louis, which concluded with a score of 3-2. After falling behind 1-0 in the first period, Winnipeg rallied in the second period, scoring three goals to secure the win. Despite being outshot 29-24, the Jets excelled in face-offs, winning 57.7% of them, and successfully converted 1 out of 2 power play opportunities. Goals were scored by Connor, Niederreiter, and Miller, while Hellebuyck made 27 saves on 29 shots faced during the match.
The Seattle Kraken’s season record is now 4-3-0 after their recent loss to Colorado, which concluded with a score of 3-2. Seattle managed to tie the game at one during the second period; however, they subsequently allowed two more goals, resulting in their defeat. The Kraken faced a total of 28 shots compared to their own 27, achieved a face-off win rate of 62.5%, and successfully executed one power play. Goals were netted by McCann and Evans, while Grubauer stopped 25 of the 28 shots he faced in the game.
The Pick:
The Jets have excelled in their gameplay on both ends of the ice, boasting a power play success rate of 44%. On the other hand, Seattle holds a record above .500 after seven games, yet I find their offensive performance to be worrisome this season. While I expect the Jets to experience a loss at some point, the caliber of hockey they are showcasing leads me to persist in my support for them. I advise placing your confidence in Winnipeg to secure the win.
San Jose Sharks vs LA Kings Prediction NHL Picks 10/24/24
Sharks at Kings at 10:30 PM ET
The San Jose Sharks will persist in their efforts to secure their first victory after suffering a 3-1 loss to the Anaheim Ducks in their last outing. Tyler Toffoli is at the forefront for the Sharks, accumulating 7 points, which includes a team-leading 4 goals and 3 assists. Mikael Granlund matches this total with 7 points, featuring a team-high of 6 assists. William Eklund has contributed 5 points, with 4 assists, while Fabian Zetterlund has scored 3 goals. Furthermore, Jake Walman has added 2 assists to his tally this season. In goal, Vitek Vanecek has recorded a 0-3 record, with a 3.14 goals-against average and a .884 save percentage, while Mackenzie Blackwood stands at 0-2-2, with a 4.09 GAA and a .896 save percentage.
The Los Angeles Kings enter this matchup seeking to recover from a recent defeat, having lost 6-1 to the Vegas Golden Knights in their previous game. Anze Kopitar leads the team with 8 points, comprising 3 goals and a team-high 5 assists. Adrian Kempe follows closely with 6 points, including 3 goals and 3 assists. Both Kevin Fiala and Alex Laferriere have contributed 5 points each, with Fiala recording a team-high 4 goals. Mikey Anderson has accumulated 4 points, consisting of 2 goals and 2 assists, while Alex Turcotte and Brandt Clarke each have 4 points, with Turcotte providing 3 assists and Clarke contributing 4 assists. Additionally, Vladislav Gavrikov, Jordan Spence, and Quinton Byfield have each registered 3 assists this season. In goal, Darcy Kuemper holds a record of 1-0-2, with a goals-against average (GAA) of 3.59 and a save percentage of .890. David Rittich has a record of 2-2, with a GAA of 3.39 and a save percentage of .859, while Pheonix Copley has a GAA of 4.37 and a save percentage of .833.
The Pick:
As Los Angeles prepares for their home opener, the Sharks find themselves in a state reminiscent of midseason, showcasing the least effective hockey in the league. This Sharks squad struggles to navigate their own challenges, and while the betting line may not be appealing, it appears to be more a matter of opposing the Sharks than anything else. I back Los Angeles.