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Chris Faria's career in sports began in 2019 when he attended the Sports Journalism program at Centennial College in Toronto. Since then, he's worked for a variety of organizations including the National Hockey League and Canadian Olympic Committee while covering live NHL and MLB games along the way. When he's not watching or writing about sports, he's probably playing them (usually hockey).

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Team: Maple Leafs
Sport to bet on: Hockey
Sports movie: The Mighty Ducks
Sports snack: Wings
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At the start of every NHL season, me and a buddy make about a dozen prop bets with each other, ranging from player goals to team playoff positioning. I did pretty well last year and got a nice steak dinner out of it - not sure if there's a sweeter way to cash a win.
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After they blew a 3-1 series lead to the Canadiens, I took the Maple Leafs to win Game 7 of their 2021 first round matchup. Needless to say, the loss stung in more ways than one as a Leafs fan.
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Oilers vs Kings Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NHL Playoff Game

Apr 26, 2024 • 7:36 PM ET

Adrian Kempe has been torching the Oilers of late, and our NHL picks are backing the Kings sniper to keep piling it on in Game 3 tonight.

Lightning vs Panthers Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NHL Playoff Game

Apr 23, 2024 • 4:24 PM ET

Nikita Kucherov was nearly kept off the score sheet by the Florida Panthers in Game 1, but our NHL betting picks believe the Tampa Bay Lightning forward won't be so easy to contain when the teams meet again tonight.

Capitals vs Rangers Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Today’s NHL Playoff Game

Apr 21, 2024 • 11:57 AM ET

The Rangers are fresh off a Presidents’ Trophy-winning season thanks in large part to the contributions of Artemi Panarin, who logged 49 goals and 120 points in a career year. We break down his impact in our Capitals vs. Rangers Game 1 picks below.

Diamondbacks vs Giants Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 20, 2024 • 1:16 PM ET

Ketel Marte has been on a heater and our MLB picks for Saturday are backing the Diamondbacks slugger to put the hurt on the Giants.

Blues vs Stars Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game

Apr 17, 2024 • 12:13 PM ET

Jordan Kyrou has scored six goals in his last six games and could keep up that pace tonight with the Stars likely resting many of their top players ahead of the postseason. Read more in our NHL betting picks below.

Today’s NHL Prop Picks and Best Bets: Guentzel Gets on Score Sheet vs Chicago

Apr 14, 2024 • 10:30 AM ET

Find out why Chris Faria's NHL betting picks are focusing on props involving Jake Guentzel and Robert Thomas today, and why a Andrei Kuzmenko prop presents a solid opportunity in the NHL Sunday nightcap.

Islanders vs Rangers Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Today’s NHL Game

Apr 12, 2024 • 9:50 PM ET

The New York Islanders will look to clinch a playoff spot on Saturday against the Rangers, but our NHL picks have zeroed in on some great value with a player prop. Find out why we are backing 'the breadman' to find the score sheet on Saturday.

Hurricanes vs Bruins Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game

Apr 9, 2024 • 8:49 AM ET

Pavel Zacha has been wonderful for the Bruins this season and he's continued that strong play as the regular season winds down. He's got a keen eye for setting up his teammates, and our NHL picks expect more of the same tonight,

Blue Jays vs Yankees Prediction, Picks, and Odds: Bronx Bombers Punish Francis

Apr 7, 2024 • 11:28 AM ET

The Yankees have been crushing right-handed pitching to start their 2024 campaign and with Toronto's Bowden Francis giving up seven runs in his first start, our MLB betting picks expect the Yankees to do more damage on Sunday.

Sabres vs Red Wings Odds, Picks, and Predictions Tonight: Backing a Red-Hot Buffalo Star

Apr 7, 2024 • 8:46 AM ET

While it's been a slower season for Sabres star Tage Thompson, he's been heating up over the last month with Buffalo looking to sneak into the playoffs. He highlights our Sabres vs. Red Wings betting picks below.

Blue Jays vs Yankees Prediction, Picks, and Odds: Stroman Clips Former Club

Apr 5, 2024 • 9:05 AM ET

The Blue Jays have gotten off to a slow start this season, and facing former Jay Marcus Stroman on the mound against the Yankees, our MLB picks don't see them breaking out of the slump.

Blue Jays vs Astros Prediction, Picks, and Odds: Can Turner Lift Toronto?

Apr 3, 2024 • 1:25 PM ET

The Blue Jays lineup has been inconsistent this season outside of Justin Turner. Our MLB picks break down tonight's matchup with the powerhouse Astros to see if the bats will be enough.

Oilers vs Blues Odds, Picks, and Predictions Tonight: McDavid Quarterbacks Edmonton's Offense

Apr 1, 2024 • 1:34 PM ET

Connor McDavid netted 64 goals last season, but it's the assist category where most of his damage is coming from now. With the Oilers' captain approaching 100 apples, our NHL picks expect McDavid to set up his teammates tonight.

Blue Jays vs Rays Prediction, Picks, and Odds: Guerrero & Co. Pile Up the Runs

Mar 31, 2024 • 11:16 AM ET

Toronto's offense has seemingly dried up after the first game of the season, but a matchup against Tyler Alexander is just what our MLB picks believe the Jays need to wake up their bats.

Today’s MLB Prop Picks and Best Bets: Betts Keeps Cooking for the Dodgers

Mar 30, 2024 • 11:50 AM ET

Mookie Betts has been the hottest batter to start the Dodgers season, and Chris Faria expects the superstar outfielder to continue his hitting ways when he takes on Lance Lynn tonight. Read more in our daily MLB player props.

Red Wings vs Hurricanes Odds, Picks, and Predictions Tonight: Aho Gets Back on Point

Mar 28, 2024 • 12:53 PM ET

Sebastian Aho recently had his points streak snapped, but our NHL picks don't think a leaky Detroit defense will stop the Hurricanes star from getting back in scoring position.

Kings vs Magic Odds, Picks, and Predictions Tonight: Orlando's Defense Takes Control

Mar 23, 2024 • 12:44 PM ET

With Orlando firing on all cylinders defensively, Chris Faria expects the budding Eastern Conference contenders to keep the "magic" going on home floor tonight. Read more in our Kings vs. Magic betting picks.

Canadiens vs Canucks Odds, Picks, and Predictions Tonight: Habs Scorers Held at Bay

Mar 21, 2024 • 9:48 AM ET

The Vancouver Canucks are massive favorites vs. the Montreal Canadiens tonight, and deservedly so. The Habs can't buy a goal right now, and our NHL betting picks expect that trend to continue.

Avalanche vs Blues Odds, Picks, and Predictions Tonight: MacKinnon Fires Away in St. Louis

Mar 19, 2024 • 9:40 AM ET

Nathan MacKinnon is in the midst of a career season as he chases after his first MVP, and he'll be hungry against the Blues. With Nate looking to build on his league-leading 116 points, our NHL picks expect him to fire on all cylinders tonight.

Islanders vs Rangers Odds, Picks, and Predictions Tonight: Trocheck Helps Blueshirts Topple Isles

Mar 17, 2024 • 9:50 AM ET

Vincent Trocheck has been an underrated part of the New York Rangers' success this year, and with the crosstown-rival Islanders in a slump, Chris Faria's NHL betting picks expect him to put the Isles' stoppers through their paces.

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