The Montreal Canadiens are coming into San Jose tonight as winners of three of their last four, and six of their last 10 overall. Two of their four losses during that span came in games decided by just one goal, and I think Montreal is a good bet as a puckline dog at the Shark Tank.

Here are my keys to the game:

1. Previous History - The Sharks have one of the worst home records in the NHL, going 11-13-1 at the Shark Tank this season. They have lost five of their last nine home games, and six of those contests were decided by just one goal.

2: Goaltending - Mike Condon nearly lost his job to Ben Scrivens, but he's since gone 3-0-1 in his last four starts, surrendering just seven goals during that span.

3. X-Factor - The Sharks are 1-5 in their last 6 games playing on 0 days rest.

Selection: This is a play on the Montreal Canadiens +1.5 (Free)