The Coach's NHL UNDERDOG *SHOCKER*
(NHL) Detroit vs. Edmonton,
Point Spread: 1.50 | -190.00 Edmonton (Home)
Result: Loss
The Detroit Red Wings opened a six game road trip in worst possible way losing 4-1 at Vancouver Saturday. They might find it tougher than anticipated tonight coming up against the Edmonton Oilers who are undefeated in regulation in their last four games.

Here are my keys to the game:

1. Ben Scrivens - He's had a poor first half of the season but has looked better over recent games, going undefeated during regulation conceding only nine goals over his last four starts.

2. Home Cookin' - The Oilers have picked up seven of their nine wins this season on home ice and have taken two in a row. That may not sound all that impressive, but wins against the surging New York Islanders and the reigning Stanley Cup Champs the L.A. Kings are nothing to sneeze at.

3. X-Factor - The Oilers are 2-0-2 in four games since interim head coach Todd Nelson took charge.

Selection: This is a play on the Edmonton Oilers +1.5 (8*)