The set-up: The Panthers are 1-4. The Devils are 0-5. Who do you think this game means more too? Clearly both teams are desperate for a victory, but I think the Devils have the advantage, based entirely upon the home ice factor. Florida averages 2.60 GPG and it allows 3.60. NJ is averaging 1.80 GPG and allowing 4.20.

The pick: Both teams are terrible, but note that the favorite is 19-7 the last 26 in this series and the home team is 20-7 the last 27. Also note that Florida is just 2-7 in its last nine on the road. I'm banking on a decisive home win here.

8* play on the New Jersey Devils.