The set-up: These are two talented clubs. On both ends of the ice. Both possess World Class goaltending, but each is looking to pick things up on the offensive end this season. I believe that the numbers/trends definitely point to a higher-scoring shootout.

The pick: As note that Boston has seen the total go over the number in seven of its last ten games played on the road in October when the total is set at either 5.5 or 6, while Dallas has seen the total soar over in 13 of its last 21 at home when the line in the game is set between -125 and +125. Bank on these two non-conference clubs putting the foot on the gas from start to finish and for this total to fly over sooner, rather than later.

10* play on the OVER Bruins/Stars.