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Rangers Look For Playoffs vs Bruins

In pursuit of one of the final playoff spots in the Eastern Conference, the surging New York Rangers are showing they could be a dangerous team in the postseason.

New York tries to sweep the Boston Bruins for the second straight season Saturday when the teams meet at TD Banknorth Garden.

The Rangers (37-28-9) have won seven straight over the Bruins, the longest winning streak ever by New York over Boston (34-34-5).

Oddsmakers have made New York -135 money line (NHL Odds) favorites for todays game, the over/under has been set at 5.5 total goals (View NHL Sports Books). Our public betting information shows that 80% of bets for this game have been placed on New York -135 (View NHL Bet Percentages).

Stars Look For Win in Anaheim

The Dallas Stars believe their work ethic and experience can provide more than just a return trip to the playoffs. They think another Pacific Division title is also well within reach.

Looking to move closer to their third crown in four seasons, the Stars close out their final regular-season swing through California with a matchup Friday night against the division-leading Anaheim Ducks.

Dallas (44-24-5) has taken two straight from Anaheim (43-19-12) after dropping three of the first four matchups this season.

Oddsmakers have made Anaheim -155 money line (NHL Odds) favorites for todays game, the over/under has been set at 5.5 total goals (View NHL Sports Books). Our public betting information shows that 57% of bets for this game have been placed on 

Battle of the Best Predators at Canucks

The Nashville Predators may be in a tight race for their first Presidents' Trophy, but it's the Vancouver Canucks who are playing like the best team in the NHL lately.

Two of the Western Conference's top teams look to improve their playoff positions when they square off Wednesday at GM Place for the fourth and final time this season.

The Predators (47-20-6) have 100 points and are battling Detroit, Buffalo and Anaheim for the league's best record.

Oddsmakers have made Vancouver -140 money line (NHL Odds)  favorites for todays game, the over/under has been set at 5 total goals (View NHL Sports Books). Our public betting information shows that 78% of bets for this game have been placed

Sabres Want Win at Home vs. Capitals

The Buffalo Sabres would like to start winning at home since they are aiming for the best record in the NHL and home-ice advantage throughout the playoffs.

Buffalo looks to avoid losing its fourth straight game at HSBC Arena on Wednesday when it meets the Washington Capitals - one of the worst road teams in the league.

The Sabres (46-19-7) have the most points in the Eastern Conference and have already clinched a playoff berth, but have not been playing well lately.

Oddsmakers have made Buffalo -325 money line (NHL Odds) favorites for todays game, the over/under has been set at 6.5 total goals (View NHL Sports Books). Our public betting information

Blackhawks Need Win For Postseason

The Columbus Blue Jackets have already been eliminated from the Western Conference playoff race. If the Chicago Blackhawks don't win Tuesday night, they'll also see their slim postseason hopes come to an end.

The Blackhawks try to stave off elimination when they conclude a five-game road trip with a visit to Columbus.

Even if Chicago can beat the Blue Jackets, it's all but certain to miss the playoffs for the fourth straight season and eighth time in the last nine seasons.

Oddsmakers have made Columbus -150 money line (NHL Odds) favorites for todays game, the over/under has been set at 5.5 total goals (View NHL Sports Books). Our public betting information