Jonny Lazarus
Jonny Lazarus
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228 Articles
Jonny Lazarus has loved hockey for as long as he can remember. After his Division I playing career at UMass-Amherst and Mercyhurst University came to an end in 2020, he transitioned from being a player to working in the media. He might be young in his career, but he has made appearances in numerous places like the NHL, Bleacher Report, as well as The Action Network, and this season he will be doing color commentary for a selection of UMass-Amherst hockey games.
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Golden Knights vs Panthers Game 4 Props: Eichel Lends a Helping Hand
We've got ourselves a series now that the Panthers secured their first victory over the Knights in Game 3 of the Final. Matthew Tkachuk and Carter Verhaeghe played the heroes on Thursday, but our NHL betting picks have found value elsewhere for prop plays.
Panthers vs Golden Knights Game 2 Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Cats Claw Back
Florida couldn't stay out of the box in Game 1 and it came back to burn it in a loss. With the Panthers playing much more desperate, our NHL betting picks have the Panthers tying up the series in Vegas tonight.
Panthers vs Golden Knights Game 1 Props: Eichel Stays Productive for Vegas
Vegas and Florida will lock horns, with each team trying to win its franchise's first Cup. Our NHL player prop picks for Game 1 believe the Panthers' two best players will continue to flourish, and Jack Eichel will show up big.
Golden Knights vs Stars Game 6 Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Brick-Wall Mode Activated
The Dallas Stars have been steadily clawing back from their deep hole, and doing it with great goaltending. Find out why that will continue and lead to a low-scoring affair in our NHL betting picks.
Stars vs Golden Knights Game 2 Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Oettinger, Stars Shine Bright in Game 2
Jake Oettinger's record coming off a loss is stellar and it's a huge reason the Stars have gotten to this point in the playoffs. After dropping Game 1, our NHL betting picks are expecting another strong performance as the Stars look to even up the series.
Kraken vs Stars Game 7 Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Tension Manifests in Quiet Opening Frame
The last game of the second round is a Game 7 battle between the Seattle Kraken and Dallas Stars, and with neither team looking to take risks early, we could be in for an uneventful first period — read more in our NHL betting picks below.
Golden Knights vs Oilers Game 6 Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Can McDavid & Co. Extend Season?
The Oilers have played their best hockey in games following losses in this series. However, the stakes will be even higher tonight as their season hangs in the balance. Read our NHL betting picks below to find out if they'll respond a third time.
Oilers vs Golden Knights Game 5 Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Defenses in Dicey Situation in Vegas
A series-swinging Game 5 between the Oilers and Golden Knights takes place in Vegas tonight. Darnell Nurse and Alex Pietrangelo are both suspended, and when the cats are away, the mice will play, as our NHL betting picks explain.
Golden Knights vs Oilers Game 4 Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Great Offensive Expectations in Edmonton
Game 3 between Vegas and Edmonton was weird, as both starting goalies were replaced (one due to injury), and Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid were both held pointless. Our NHL betting picks are calling for a return to normalcy, and plenty of goals.
Stars vs Kraken Game 3 Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Dallas Picks Up Win and Series Lead
Dallas managed to avoid falling into an 0-2 hole heading back to Seattle with an impressive Game 2 win. With more offensive weapons and a stronger netminder, our NHL betting picks are siding with the road favorite to pull out the win.
Devils vs Hurricanes Game 2 Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Canes Continue Home-Ice Crushing
While Akira Schmid was stellar in the opening round, he'll face another stout tender across the ice tonight, and our NHL picks see too much good form from the Hurricanes for the Devils to melt their home ice tonight.
Devils vs Hurricanes Game 1 Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Red-Hot Devils a Tempting Proposition
The Hurricanes enter Game 1 of their semifinal series with the Devils with a significant rest advantage. However, New Jersey's momentum could carry them to a road upset, as our NHL betting picks explain.
Rangers vs Devils Game 7 Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Roll With the Veteran Rangers
A see-saw series comes to close in New Jersey on Monday as the Rangers visit the Devils. Home-ice advantage has been non-existent in this quarterfinal, so the battle-tested Blueshirts appear to have the edge, according to our NHL betting picks.
Devils vs Rangers Game 6 Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Goalies Should Flummox the Forwards Again
Akira Schmid has almost single-handedly saved the Devils' season between the pipes, but Igor Shesterkin hasn't been too shabby himself. Outstanding goalie play has been the story of this series, and it should continue in Game 6, per our NHL betting picks.
Avalanche vs Kraken Game 6 Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Defending Champs Don't Go Quietly
The Avalanche need a win to survive, and our NHL picks think the experience kicks in tonight — aided by Cale Makar's return — for the defending champs to force Game 7.
Rangers vs Devils Game 5 Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Goals Tough to Come By
Akira Schmid has been commendable, and Igor Shesterkin's reputation speaks for itself. With Game 5 likely to take on a tense, defense-first mood, our NHL picks aren't tabbing the Rangers and Devils to light the lamp much tonight.
Kraken vs Avalanche Game 5 Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Seattle Regains Series Lead
Momentum strongly favors the Kraken in their series with the Avalanche following a Game 4 overtime victory, and a one-game suspension handed to Cale Makar. Our NHL betting picks suggest the underdog is the right side here.
Islanders vs Hurricanes Game 5 Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Offenses Kept in Check Once More in Early Going
The Hurricanes will try to send the Islanders packing in Game 5 in Raleigh tonight. Though the Over has hit three times in the first four games of this series, our NHL betting picks see the offenses struggling, at least in the first frame.
Devils vs Rangers Game 3 Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Ruthless From East Rutherford to Broadway
New Jersey has struggled to score, struggled on special teams, and is losing the goaltending battle by a lot. Our free NHL picks don't see the Devils suddenly fixing all their problems in tonight's Game 3 — especially with the series shifting to MSG.
Bruins vs Panthers Game 3 Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Bet Against Boston in Lyon's Den
The Boston Bruins could be falling to the curse of the Presidents' Trophy, as the Florida Panthers stole home ice in Game 2, and are riding the momentum into Game 3. Our NHL betting picks smell another upset tonight.
