He's a Western New York guy. He would love to stay home with the Buffalo Sabres . But Alex Tuch still, rightfully, feels he deserves his market value as he approaches unrestricted free agency. That's why there's still nothing resembling a new extension in Buffalo. The latest report from insider Elliotte Friedman is that the Sabres likely made an offer to Tuch that was nowhere close. I’ve heard two stories: that the Sabres offered him in the vicinity of Thompson’s number ($7.14M AAV) and...
From NHL Trade Rumors
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The oddsmakers fancy the Montreal Canadiens on home ice (-143) over the Pittsburgh Penguins (+120) when they meet on Saturday, Dec. 20 at 7 p.m. ET.
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Canadiens vs. Penguins Favorite, Moneyline, Total
Favorite: Canadiens (-143)
Underdog: Penguins (+120)
Total: 6
Best Canadiens vs. Penguins Promo Codes
How to Watch Canadiens vs. Penguins
Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
Time: 7 p.m. ET
How to watch on TV: ESPN+
Location: Montréal, Quebec
Ven...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
| 2 months ago
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The sportsbooks are expecting a close game between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday in Tampa, with the Lightning given moneyline odds of -117 and the Hurricanes at -104.
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Lightning vs. Hurricanes Favorite, Moneyline, Total
Favorite: Lightning (-117)
Underdog: Hurricanes (-104)
Total: 5.5
Best Lightning vs. Hurricanes Promo Codes
How to Watch Lightning vs. Hurricanes
Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
Time: 7 p.m. ET
Ho...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
| 2 months ago
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The Toronto Maple Leafs play the Nashville Predators on Saturday and are -113 on the moneyline, with the latter at -107.
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Maple Leafs vs. Predators Favorite, Moneyline, Total
Favorite: Maple Leafs (-113)
Underdog: Predators (-107)
Total: 6
Best Maple Leafs vs. Predators Promo Codes
How to Watch Maple Leafs vs. Predators
Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
Time: 7 p.m. ET
How to watch on TV: ESPN+
Location: Nashville, Tennessee
Venue: Bridgest...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
| 2 months ago
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The Boston Bruins are moderate favorites (-161) at home against the Vancouver Canucks (+135) at TD Garden on Saturday.
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Bruins vs. Canucks Favorite, Moneyline, Total
Favorite: Bruins (-161)
Underdog: Canucks (+135)
Total: 5.5
Best Bruins vs. Canucks Promo Codes
How to Watch Bruins vs. Canucks
Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
Time: 7 p.m. ET
How to watch on TV: NHL Network
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Venue: TD Garden
Live Stream: Watc...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
| 2 months ago
| 1 read
Future considerations and a one-year, $5 million contract. That’s all it took to get former six-time 30-goal scorer and Minnesota Wild killer Vladimir Tarasenko from the Detroit Red Wings in the offseason.
There was some optimism among pundits and management that, despite his goal totals dwind...
From Hockey Wilderness
| 2 months ago
| 4 reads
Madden season is coming to a close. With just three Detroit Lions games left, there are only three games left to simulate on the popular video game series. Unfortunately, next week’s game against the Minnesota Vikings falls on Christmas, and I will not be in town to simulate Lions vs. Vikings on Madden. So that […]
From Pride Of Detroit
| 2 months ago
| 3 reads
Your morning round-up of the latest from Blueshirt Banter, Rangers News, and updates from around the NHL
From Blueshirt Banter
| 2 months ago
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The Carolina Hurricanes are going to be missing one of their best players for an extended period of time, as forward Seth Jarvis was injured Friday night after colliding with the post. Jarvis had been carrying the Hurricanes offense this season, so it's going to be a huge loss for their hockey club. Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour spoke after the game and shed some light on Jarvis' status, stating things didn't like very good for one of the team's best players. "It's not good," Brind'Amo...
From NHL Trade Rumors
| 2 months ago
| 4 reads
Keeping you up-to-date with all the latest pro hockey news in Manitoba.
From In the Pressbox
| 2 months ago
| 3 reads
The Los Angeles Kings and Montreal Canadiens were rumored to be involved in trade talks for weeks, and late Friday night, the two teams finally pulled off the speculated deal. The Kings shipped two-way center Phillip Danault back to the Montreal Canadiens, in exchange for a 2026 second-round pick. The Kings receive the draft pick which was originally acquired by the Canadiens from the Columbus Blue Jackets. Meanwhile Danault heads back to Montreal where he began his career, and looks to hit th...
From NHL Trade Rumors
| 2 months ago
| 5 reads
The NHL's trade market heated up right before the holiday roster freeze, as multiple trades were announced late Friday night, including a deal between the Seattle Kraken and Columbus Blue Jackets. The Blue Jackets added some offense, acquiring forward Mason Marchment from the Kraken, in exchange for the New York Rangers' fourth-round pick in 2026 NHL Draft, and the Blue Jackets own second-round pick in 2027. Marchment had been rumored to be involved in trade talks for weeks, as he couldn't see...
From NHL Trade Rumors
| 2 months ago
| 3 reads
Happy Saturday, Jets fans! Here are your links to get the weekend underway. Randy Lange – Adonai Mitchell, Brady Cook Have Developed Quick Chemistry in Jets’ Pass Game Jack Bell – Isaiah Williams Making Himself Special in More Ways Than One Susanna Weir – WR Garrett Wilson Out for Remainder of 2025 Season Rich Cimini […]
From Gang Green Nation
| 2 months ago
| 1 read
Who: Pittsburgh Penguins (14-10-9, 37 points, 7th place Metropolitan Division) @ Montreal Canadiens (18-12-4, 40 points, 2nd place Atlantic Division) When: 7:00 p.m. ET How to Watch: Broadcast locally on Sportsnet Pittsburgh, in Canada on City TV, SNE and TVAS, streaming on ESPN+ Pens’ Path Ahead: The Pens are dropping the puck against the Canadiens again in 24 hours, […]
From PensBurgh
| 2 months ago
| 1 read
Just the facts Know your enemy Game notes See ya tonight!
From Stanley Cup of Chowder
| 2 months ago
| 1 read
Game 35: Montreal Canadiens vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
Start time: 7:00 PM EST / 4:00 PM PST In Canada: CityTV, Sportsnet East (English), TVA Sports (French) In the Penguins region: Sportsnet Pittsburgh Streaming: ESPN+, Sportsnet+
The Pittsburgh Penguins were doing alright when the Canadiens faced them for the first time this season. They had just dropped a couple of games in shootouts, but those were versus the Dallas Stars (currently second in the Central Division) and Anaheim Ducks...
From Eyes On The Prize
| 2 months ago
| 2 reads
When Mario Cristobal talks about building something sustainable at Miami, about creating a program that doesn’t just flash brilliance for a season before fading back into mediocrity, he’s not talking in abstract terms anymore. He’s pointing to jersey numbers. Number 10 on offense. Number 13 on defense. And a supporting cast of youngsters who have […]
From State of The U
| 2 months ago
| 1 read
Montreal Canadiens news and notes
Zack Bolduc finally breaks through at the Bell Centre. [ TSN ]
Bolduc’s ability to adapt creates an important domino effect for the Canadiens. [ The Athletic ]
Are the Habs misusing Arber Xhekaj? [ Montreal Gazette ]
Lane Hutson has entered the Norris Trophy conversation, at least according to the bookmakers. [ TVA Sports ]
Pascal Vincent praises Samuel Montembeault’s attitude. [ TVA Sports ]
Around the league and elsewhere
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From Eyes On The Prize
| 2 months ago
| 1 read
The Marquette Golden Eagles (5-7, 0-1 Big East) aim to stop a three-game losing streak when they visit the Creighton Bluejays (6-5, 1-0 Big East) on December 20, 2025 at CHI Health Center Omaha. The matchup airs on Peacock.
In its most recent game, Creighton topped Xavier on Wednesday, 98-57. Its high scorer was Austin Swartz with 27 points. Marquette lost its previous game to Georgetown, 78-69, on Wednesday. Damarius Owens led the way with 15 points, plus seven boards and zero assists.
Wh...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
| 2 months ago
| 1 read
Recap of the game.
From In the Pressbox
| 2 months ago
| 4 reads
On Saturday at 6 p.m. ET, the Florida Panthers will play the St. Louis Blues at Amerant Bank Arena. If you’re considering making a wager, we have best bets tips right here.
Best Panthers vs. Blues Prop Bets
Player & Team
Odds to Score a Goal
Goals & Games Played
Sam Reinhart, Panthers
+150
18 G in 34 GP
Brad Marchand, Panthers
+175
20 G in 33 GP
Sam Bennett, Panthers
+195
12 G in 34 GP
Carter Verhaeghe, Panthers
+200
11 G in 33 GP
...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
| 2 months ago
| 4 reads
The NHL schedule on Saturday, Dec. 20 includes the Toronto Maple Leafs versus the Nashville Predators at 7 p.m. ET, with best bets suggestions right here if you want an edge.
Best Maple Leafs vs. Predators Prop Bets
Player & Team
Odds to Score a Goal
Goals & Games Played
Auston Matthews, Maple Leafs
+120
14 G in 28 GP
Filip Forsberg, Predators
+140
15 G in 33 GP
William Nylander, Maple Leafs
+195
11 G in 29 GP
John Tavares, Maple Leafs
...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
| 2 months ago
| 3 reads
The NHL slate on Saturday, Dec. 20 includes the Montreal Canadiens versus the Pittsburgh Penguins at 7 p.m. ET, with best bets suggestions right here if you’d like the inside scoop.
Best Canadiens vs. Penguins Prop Bets
Player & Team
Odds to Score a Goal
Goals & Games Played
Cole Caufield, Canadiens
+140
17 G in 34 GP
Sidney Crosby, Penguins
+170
19 G in 33 GP
Nick Suzuki, Canadiens
+180
10 G in 34 GP
Bryan Rust, Penguins
+200
12 G in...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
| 2 months ago
| 4 reads
At 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, it’ll be the Boston Bruins versus the Vancouver Canucks at TD Garden — with best bets ideas right here if you’re looking for advice.
Best Bruins vs. Canucks Prop Bets
Player & Team
Odds to Score a Goal
Goals & Games Played
David Pastrnak, Bruins
+115
13 G in 30 GP
Morgan Geekie, Bruins
+145
24 G in 35 GP
Elias Lindholm, Bruins
+230
5 G in 25 GP
Brock Boeser, Canucks
+270
9 G in 32 GP
Jake DeBrusk, Canuc...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
| 2 months ago
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It's the last day of autumn. Will the Leafs rake up a win this weekend?
From Pension Plan Puppets
| 2 months ago
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