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NHL predictions for Friday, October 9: Over 5.5 goals in New York Rangers at Washington Capitals

4 NHL games on Friday. The model's strongest pick is Over 5.5 goals, a LEAN-confidence call.

By David Petrov · Published Oct 8, 12:00 AM ET · Updated Oct 9, 2:54 AM ET

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Pittsburgh Penguins at Columbus Blue Jackets

Fri Oct 9, 7:00 PM ET
Our pick: Penguins to win+104

LEAN — about a 5 in 10 chance by our numbers

The Pittsburgh Penguins have a unique history, with 25 players not even reaching ten games with the team.

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Seattle Kraken at Detroit Red Wings

Fri Oct 9, 7:00 PM ET
Our pick: Under 6.5 goals-130

LEAN — about a 6 in 10 chance by our numbers

The Detroit Red Wings have struggled lately, winning only 2 of their last 10 games.

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New York Rangers at Washington Capitals

Fri Oct 9, 7:00 PM ET
Top pick: Over 5.5 goals-120

LEAN — about a 6 in 10 chance by our numbers

The Washington Capitals have been scoring well lately, winning 7 of their last 10 games.

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Anaheim Ducks at Winnipeg Jets

Fri Oct 9, 8:00 PM ET
Anaheim Ducks at Winnipeg Jets · Total Goals Which side the model backs, and why · Pro
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How we pick these games

Our model looks at each team's recent form, injuries, rest and the price on offer, and works out how likely each result is. When its number says a bet is more likely to land than the price suggests, the bet makes our list. For each game we show the one main-line bet it likes most. HIGH means it lands about 6 or more times in 10 by our numbers. LEAN means about 4 to 6 times in 10. LONG-SHOT means less than 4 in 10: a bigger payout and a smaller chance. No pick is a sure thing.

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