PuckTime | NHL Picks & Predictions Today | Monday Best Bets & Sharp Action | 4/13
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On this episode of WagerTalk's PuckTime, hosts Andrew McGinnis and Brian Leonard break down the final NHL games of the regular season on April 13, 2026, focusing on key matchups, team motivation, and strategic betting angles. With the playoffs just days away, the duo emphasizes the importance of lineup changes, playoff preparation, and the psychological weight of games that still matter—especially for teams like the Edmonton Oilers, who are chasing their first Pacific Division title since 1987. They analyze Carolina vs. Philadelphia, Minnesota vs. St. Louis, and the high-stakes Colorado vs. Edmonton clash, advocating for the Philadelphia Flyers and St. Louis Blues due to their motivation and defensive resilience. The hosts also highlight the value of player props, unders, and same-game parlays, particularly around the Oilers’ recent shutout and Avalanche’s recent loss. A major promotional push for WagerTalk’s $1.99 subscription—available with the promo code PUCKTIME50—underscores the episode’s focus on long-term betting success. The tone remains upbeat and confident, with both hosts energized by the upcoming postseason and the potential for strong returns.
Prioritize teams with high motivation, like the Edmonton Oilers chasing a division title and the Flyers proving themselves after a 0-4 regular-season record against Carolina.
Look for defensive-minded games late in the season, especially with teams preparing for the playoffs—unders and low totals are increasingly valuable.
Player props like Evan Bouchard, Arturi Lekkonen, and Martin Natchez offer strong value in same-game parlays, especially when teams are motivated after recent losses.
Use promo codes like PUCKTIME50 to lock in discounted access to premium NHL plays and props for the entire postseason.
Avoid betting on teams with no playoff stakes, especially when they’re resting key players—this can lead to unexpected outcomes and defensive performances.
Season Finale Preview: Key Games & Motivation
“I'm going to hand it over to you with this one because sometimes on the show... we're talking about a minus one fifties or minus two hundreds. And between myself and Carmine, we try and pick gains with good odds.”
Philadelphia vs. Carolina: The Prove-It Game
The hosts analyze the Carolina-Philadelphia matchup, noting Carolina's recent rest of key players and their 9-game home winning streak. Despite being favorites, the Flyers are highly motivated to avoid a 0-4 record against Carolina in the regular season and prove themselves before facing them in the playoffs.
Minnesota vs. St. Louis: The Character Game
“I think the way they played the second half of the season tells us a lot about the character of the St. Louis team. And I think the linesmaker is seeing that as well as well as the public.”
Colorado vs. Edmonton: Motivation & Angles
“When a really good team like that gets embarrassed and doesn't score one single goal, you do have that expectation of some offense the next day.”
Promo Push & Play of the Day
“You get the credit if it goes from 525 to 11 to one. That's for sure.”
“When a really good team like that gets embarrassed and doesn't score one single goal, you do have that expectation of some offense the next day.”
“I think the way they played the second half of the season tells us a lot about the character of the St. Louis team. And I think the linesmaker is seeing that as well as well as the public.”
“The playoffs in both the NHL, especially in the NBA are the way to go. You'll win a lot more in the playoffs than you will in the regular season.”
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Brian Leonard
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Philadelphia Flyers
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Colorado Avalanche
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Edmonton Oilers
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Carolina Hurricanes
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St. Louis Blues
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Carmine
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Minnesota Wild
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