The set-up: Detroit is somehow 3-0 in this series this year. The last time these team's met the Wings won 4-3. The Habs enter desperate to avoid going 0-4 to the league's worst team this year and to also snap a four-game losing streak. The Wings have nothing to play for here (not even pride!), but to be able to sweep the Canadiens 4-0 this season would be one thing they'd be able to "hang their hat on." From a situational stand point, I believe this one sets up as a faster-paced and ultimately higher-scoring affair.

The pick: Note as well that Montreal has seen the total go over the number in five of its last seven when playing on two days rest, while Detroit has seen the total soar over in four of its last five after playing three straight on the road. For all the reasons liste above, play the over.

10* TOTAL COACH'S CORNER on the OVER Habs/Wings.