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NHL predictions for Tuesday, October 20: the model backs Kings

11 NHL games on Tuesday. The model's strongest pick is Kings +1.5, a HIGH-confidence call. 3 more games have a HIGH-confidence pick.

By David Petrov · Published Oct 19, 12:00 AM ET · Updated Oct 19, 1:30 PM ET

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Toronto Maple Leafs at Columbus Blue Jackets

Tue Oct 20, 7:00 PM ET
Our pick: Under 6.5 goals-104

LEAN — about a 5 in 10 chance by our numbers

The odds for the total goals in this game are set at 6.5, and our numbers suggest it might end up lower than that.

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San Jose Sharks at Montréal Canadiens

Tue Oct 20, 7:00 PM ET
Our pick: Sharks +1.5 (they can lose by up to 1 and the bet still wins)-135

HIGH — about a 6 in 10 chance by our numbers

The San Jose Sharks have been better lately, winning 5 of their last 10 games, while the Montreal Canadiens have only won 3 out of their last 10.

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Colorado Avalanche at New Jersey Devils

Tue Oct 20, 7:00 PM ET
Colorado Avalanche at New Jersey Devils · Moneyline Which side the model backs, and why · Pro
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Anaheim Ducks at New York Islanders

Tue Oct 20, 7:00 PM ET
Anaheim Ducks at New York Islanders · Total Goals Which side the model backs, and why · Pro
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Los Angeles Kings at Washington Capitals

Tue Oct 20, 7:00 PM ET
Top pick: Kings +1.5 (they can lose by up to 1 and the bet still wins)-175

HIGH — about a 7 in 10 chance by our numbers

The Washington Capitals face a tricky challenge against the Los Angeles Kings, who have been solid this season.

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Boston Bruins at Dallas Stars

Tue Oct 20, 8:00 PM ET
Boston Bruins at Dallas Stars · Total Goals Which side the model backs, and why · Pro
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Winnipeg Jets at St Louis Blues

Tue Oct 20, 8:00 PM ET
Winnipeg Jets at St Louis Blues · Spread Which side the model backs, and why · Pro
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Minnesota Wild at Edmonton Oilers

Tue Oct 20, 9:00 PM ET
Minnesota Wild at Edmonton Oilers · Moneyline Which side the model backs, and why · Pro
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Detroit Red Wings at Seattle Kraken

Tue Oct 20, 9:40 PM ET
Detroit Red Wings at Seattle Kraken · Spread Which side the model backs, and why · Pro
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Carolina Hurricanes at Vancouver Canucks

Tue Oct 20, 10:00 PM ET
Carolina Hurricanes at Vancouver Canucks · Total Goals Which side the model backs, and why · Pro
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Tampa Bay Lightning at Vegas Golden Knights

Tue Oct 20, 10:30 PM ET
Tampa Bay Lightning at Vegas Golden Knights · Moneyline 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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