The set-up: This NHL season is based a lot on the "situation," and I definitely think this one sets up well for the Blackhawks. Colubmus comes in off a much-needed 3-2 SO win over the Panthers just last night. The win moved the team to 3-7 on the year. The Jackets have been consistently inconsistent and I just can't trust this "on-again, off-again" offense (or defense for that matter!)

The pick: Chicago started the season with a few injury issues to key players, so the Hawks 2-6 record at this point isn't a big surprise. Chicago's only two victories this year have come at home. Granted, that's been over the Red Wings, but the Hawks have for sure been better at home on the road in the early going. Also note that Colubmus is just 2-7 in its last nine when coming off a win and playing a road game in the second game of a back-to-back. All things considered, this is what great line value is all about!

The is a 10* ULTIMATE BODY-CHECK on the Chicago Blackhawks.