Atlanta Thrashers vs. Los Angeles Kings – February 16th, 2009 10:30PM
Free NHL Pick: Los Angeles Kings
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The price on the Kings is too steep to qualify as one of my “guaranteed” selections, as I practically never go above the -150 mark with my premium plays. That said, we’ve had plenty of success backing large favorites over the years and this should be a solid spot to “lay the wood” with the home team.

The Thrashers exploded for eight goals at Anaheim last night, knocking off the Ducks by a score of 8-4. That was certainly an impressive victory. However, they’re still 3-7 against teams from the West. They’re also 3-8 after a win by two goals, 6-14 after scoring four or more goals AND a money-burning 6-18 (-11.4) after allowing four or more goals. Looking back further and we find them at an ugly 30-60 (-34.8) their last 90 in that situation. Additionally, during the same stretch, the Thrashers are a poor 14-32 (-15.2) when playing the second of back to back games.

The Kings lost last time out. However, that was an unfortunate loss as it came in a shootout and they had a 41-21 edge in shots on goal. They’re a much better team than they’ve been in recent years and should be able to bounce back with a victory here. Consider LA

Ben Burns was a PERFECT 2-0 yesterday, bringing him to an AWESOME 36-19-1 the last 11 Sundays. Yesterday’s card included yet another winning “Annihilator” ticket. These HIGHLY COVETED plays are currently on a POWERFUL 12-2 RUN. Ben tests that 86% STREAK here. Don’t wait for the line to move. Hop on board this MONSTER right NOW!

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