10* FIRST ROUND GAME OF THE YEAR (THIS IS THE BIG ONE!)
(NHL) Winnipeg vs. Edmonton,
Money Line: -145.00 Edmonton (Home)
Result: Loss
The set-up: Sorry, I'm travelling today, so don't have the time for my usual in-depth analysis.

The pick: Winnipeg backed its way into the playoffs. It did win its final two games, but its opponents had already thrown in the towel on the season. Edmonton is 8-1 in its last nine home games as a favorite in the -145 to -165 range. Lay it.

This is a 10* FIRST ROUND GAME OF THE YEAR on the Oilers.