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Sweden vs. USA 4 Nations SGP predictions Feb. 17: Bet on Americans and the over in +230 ticket

Here’s a same-game parlay to sink your teeth into for the final round-robin game of the 4 Nations Face-Off between Sweden and the USA.

The pregame narrative: Team USA is already off to the final, but I expect the squad to stay sharp ahead of the championship match. I’m picking the Americans to win and looking for Jake Guentzel to deliver a point. Additionally, I’m taking the over on a teased-down total.

Check out my Sweden vs. USA same-game parlay predictions for Feb. 17.

Sweden vs. USA predictions

Parlay: USA ML | Guentzel to score a point | Over 5.5 goals (+230)

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USA ML (-190): Sweden’s motivation will likely be tethered to the result of the Canada-Finland game.

The Swedes can only advance with a regulation win plus an overtime result in the preceding game. Even if the stars align for Sweden ahead of this contest, I’m skeptical of its chances to defeat Team USA.

The Americans have been very difficult to break down defensively. They’ve allowed just two goals through two games this tournament thanks to stellar defence and elite goaltending from Connor Hellebuyck.

The offence has registered nine goals through two contests, but it could be missing a key cog. Matthew Tkachuk suffered a lower-body injury against Canada on Saturday, and his status is still uncertain.

Team USA still has plenty of offensive star power, though, with Auston Matthews, Jack Hughes and Brady Tkachuk, among others. The Americans should still be able to get the job done.

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Guentzel to score a point (-148): Guentzel’s anytime goal odds are also appealing (+225), but I’m just looking for him to register a point in this same-game parlay.

The Tampa Bay Lightning star has been excellent in international action for Team USA. He has three goals and nine shots through two matchups.

His spot in the team’s lineup makes him an easy choice at this number. Guentzel skates on the second line with Matthews and Hughes and plays on the squad’s top power play.

Guentzel is a natural goalscorer, but playing at even strength and on the man advantage with Matthews significantly boosts his chances of notching an apple.

Over 5.5 goals (-143): Lastly, I’ll take the over on this teased-down goal total.

Sweden is still searching for its first win but scoring goals hasn’t been an issue. Tre Kronor have scored three goals in both of their games, and the hope is they can contribute at least a couple of tallies in this contest.

Goals haven’t been difficult to come by for the U.S., and it should be able to deliver against Sweden. The Swedes, after all, have allowed eight goals in this tournament.

The over on this total has cashed in both of Sweden’s games at the 4 Nations Face-Off.

Picks made at 10:03 a.m. ET 02/17/2025.

Qatar Open Round of 32 picks and predictions: Fade Djokovic and Medvedev

Let’s dive into Tuesday’s Qatar Open action and see what wagers bettors should look to make.

The pregame narrative: Novak Djokovic and Daniil Medvedev are two of the top tennis players in the world, but I think there’s value in fading them. I’m backing underdogs Matteo Berrettini and Karen Khachanov in Doha.

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Qatar Open picks

Best Bet: Berrettini +1.5 sets (-106): Berrettini will have his hands full with Novak Djokovic.

The Italian, after all, has never beaten the tennis legend (0-4). I don’t need him to win the match to cash this wager, though. I just need him to keep it tight.

And Berrettini has been able to do that against the Serbian. Berrettini has won a set in each of the last three clashes between these two veterans, winning the first set in each of their last two showdowns.

This is a good wager to make with a player like Berrettini because he’s a heavy server and is capable of dominating matches for stretches when he’s in a groove. He’s seventh among all ATP players in aces over the last 52 weeks (10.1 per match) and is committing just 1.6 double faults per contest.

Berrettini is also a difficult player to break, leading the ATP in break points saved percentage (72.7%).

Khachanov +1.5 sets (-167): Khachanov is a fine player, but this wager has more to do with his opponent.

Daniil Medvedev is one of the most dangerous tennis players on the planet when he’s on his game. He hasn’t been lately, however, and that’s led to some uncharacteristic results.

Medvedev is an underwhelming 4-3 this year. He followed up his runner-up finish at the Australian Open in 2024 with a second-round exit at this year’s event.

He could struggle against a fellow Russian in Khachanov who knows him well. The two have squared off seven times as professionals, and although Medvedev has five wins, Khachanov did win the most recent battle between the two.

A strong serving day from Khachanov could do the trick. He ranks 18th in serve rating among all ATP competitors over the last 52 weeks.

Qatar Open picks made at 9:35 a.m. on 02/17/25

Qatar Open Round of 32 picks and predictions: Fade Djokovic and Medvedev, bet on Lehecka

Let’s dive into Monday’s Qatar Open action and see what wagers bettors should look to make.

The pregame narrative: Jiri Lehecka and Grigor Dimitrov meet in one of Monday’s more competitive matches on paper. I’m betting on the former to blow by the latter, however, in rather convincing fashion. Elsewhere, I’m backing underdogs Matteo Berrettini and Karen Khachanov.

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Best Bet: Lehecka -1.5 sets (+188)

I don’t mind the play on Leheckha to win at -137, but I prefer the extra value of backing him to win in straight sets.

Lehecka is off to a strong start in 2025. He’s a dominant 10-2 on the hardcourts this year, including a tournament win at the Brisbane International.

The Czech star relies heavily on his efficient serve for results. Lehecka is 23rd among all ATP players in aces per match across the last 52 weeks (8.1) and is only committing 2.6 double faults per match.

He holds an edge in both categories over his opponent. Dimitrov is averaging 7.9 aces per contest and is committing more double faults per match (3.7).

Where Lehecka will really pull away from Dimitrov is in the clutch moments of this match.

Lehecka is second among all ATP players in deciding sets won percentage over the last 52 weeks (80.0%).

Lehecka is eighth in break points saved percentage (69.6%).

Dimitrov’s serve will have its moments, but ultimately, don’t be surprised when the better player wins in straight sets.

Key stat: Lehecka has won three consecutive matches against Dimitrov, taking two without dropping a set.

Quick picks

Berrettini +1.5 sets (+100): Berrettini will have his hands full with Novak Djokovic.

The Italian, after all, has never beaten the tennis legend (0-4). I don’t need him to win the match to cash this wager, though. I just need him to keep it tight.

And Berrettini has been able to do that against the Serbian. Berrettini has won a set in each of the last three clashes between these two veterans, winning the first set in each of their last two showdowns.

This is a good wager to make with a player like Berrettini because he’s a heavy server and is capable of dominating matches for stretches when he’s in a groove. He’s seventh among all ATP players in aces over the last 52 weeks (10.1 per match) and is committing just 1.6 double faults per contest.

Berrettini is also a difficult player to break, leading the ATP in break points saved percentage (72.7%).

Khachanov +1.5 sets (-137): Khachanov is a fine player, but this wager has more to do with his opponent.

Daniil Medvedev is one of the most dangerous tennis players on the planet when he’s on his game. He hasn’t been lately, however, and that’s led to some uncharacteristic results.

Medvedev is an underwhelming 4-3 this year. He followed up his runner-up finish at the Australian Open in 2024 with a second-round exit at this year’s event.

He could struggle against a fellow Russian in Khachanov who knows him well. The two have squared off seven times as professionals, and although Medvedev has five wins, Khachanov did win the most recent battle between the two.

A strong serving day from Khachanov could do the trick. He ranks 18th in serve rating among all ATP competitors over the last 52 weeks.

Qatar Open picks made at 3:34 p.m. on 02/16/25

USA vs. Sweden 4 Nations Face-Off props: Bet on Guentzel, Tkachuk to score

Team USA and Sweden meet in the final round-robin match at the 4 Nations Face-Off.

The pregame narrative: The U.S. has already clinched its spot in the final, while Sweden needs some help from Canada and Finland to stay alive. Sweden is struggling to keep the puck out of its net, which is why I like Jake Guentzel and Brady Tkachuk to score.

Check out the latest USA vs. Sweden 4 Nations Face-Off props for Feb. 17.

USA vs. Sweden props

Best Bet: Guentzel to score (+260)

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It’s a little surprising to see Guentzel’s anytime goal line hovering around these odds for several reasons.

Firstly, he’s been a consistent goal threat at this tournament. The Tampa Bay Lightning forward struck twice in Team USA’s victory over Canada and notched another marker against Finland.

Bettors have to like his deployment in the lineup, too, as he’s skating on the second line with Auston Matthews and Jack Hughes while also playing on the top power play. He logged over 20 minutes of ice time in Saturday night’s win.

Lighting the lamp is nothing new for Guentzel. The two-time 40-goal scorer is eighth in goals this season with 27, putting him on pace for 41 this campaign.

The talented forward has emerged as one of USA’s top offensive threats and should have another solid showing on Monday night.

Key stat: Guentzel has nine shots through two games at the 4 Nations Face-Off.

Quick pick

Tkachuk to score (+245): A lot of the same reasoning for backing Guentzel applies to Tkachuk.

He has a pair of goals at this tournament, notching both against the Finns in his team’s first matchup of the tournament.

His spot in the lineup is worth highlighting, too, as he plays on the first line with his brother Matthew Tkachuk and centre Jack Eichel. He doesn’t skate on the top power play, but that could potentially change if Matthew Tkachuk misses Monday’s game with the lower-body injury he suffered on Saturday.

Tkachuk has eight shots through two games, too, making him a reliable source of shots.

The Swedes have allowed four goals in both of their games at this tournament.

4 Nations Face-Off picks made at 2:00 p.m. ET on 02/16/2025.

Canada vs. Finland 4 Nations SGP predictions Feb. 17: Bet on Canadians to win, Marchand to score in +500 ticket

Canada needs a win over Finland to advance to the Four Nations Face-Off final.

The pregame narrative: Both countries enter this game with an overtime win and a loss on their ledger. A regulation victory for either side will lock them into a date with Team USA. I’m betting on Canada to get the job done, taking the over, and backing Brad Marchand to score in this ticket.

Check out my Canada vs. Finland same-game parlay predictions for Feb. 17.

Canada vs. Finland predictions

Parlay: Canada ML | Marchand to score | Over 5.5 goals (+500)

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Canada ML (-400): Bettors looking for a straight wager should consider finding ways to bet Finland in this game. But in this same-game parlay, I’m fine adding Canada moneyline despite paying some significant juice.

Canada’s elite offence has the tools to overpower a thin, Finnish defence. The Finns have struggled between the pipes, also, as both Juuse Saros and Kevin Lankinen have played.

Simply put, Finland has no match for Canada’s upper echelon of talent. Connor McDavid, Nathan MacKinnon and Sidney Crosby are complete game-breakers, and Finland will have a difficult time stopping them.

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Marchand to score (+290): This wager significantly lengthens the odds of this parlay, but I think there’s good value here.

Marchand already has a goal in this tournament and I expect his role to expand significantly after Canada’s offensive struggles against the USA.

The Canadians scored just one goal in the emotional loss and Marchand played a little more than eight minutes of ice time (8:23). That’s simply not going to cut it.

Marchand was one of the few Canadian forwards who was able to break through the Americans’ strong defensive wall and provide his team with opportunities. Only three Canadian players finished Saturday’s game with more shots than him.

The alternate captain has chemistry with some of Canada’s top-six forwards, as he trains with Crosby and MacKinnon in the offseason. Whether uniting the trio is something head coach Jon Cooper decides to do or not, slotting Marchand up in the lineup seems like a no-brainer.

Even a slight uptick in opportunity will put some value on this wager.

Over 5.5 goals (-152): Thirdly, I’m expecting the two sides to surpass this teased-down total.

This is a play on the uncertainty surrounding Finland’s defence and goaltending. Here are the Finns’ projected defensive pairings for Monday:

Niko Mikkola and Esa Lindell
Olli Maatta and Henri Jokiharju
Urho Vaakanainen and Nikolas Matinpalo

That group should have a difficult time containing Canada’s top forwards, which could lead to a strong scoring output by the Canadians.

Conversely, Canada has allowed three goals in both tournament games so far. Finland should be able to contribute to this total and get it over the number.

Picks made at 12:21 p.m. ET 02/16/2025.

Canada vs. Finland 4 Nations Face-Off prop picks: Bet on Marchand, Crosby to score

Canada and Finland meet up on Monday for what will likely lead to a spot in the 4 Nations Face-Off final.

The pregame narrative: The moment is big for both nations and I’m anticipating a pair of veterans to come through for Canada. Brad Marchand and Sidney Crosby have plenty of experience in pivotal moments, and I expect both to deliver against Finland.

Check out the latest Canada vs. Finland 4 Nations Face-Off props for Feb. 17.

Canada vs. Finland props

Best Bet: Marchand anytime goal (+290)

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The margins are slim in a tournament like this.

There were several takeaways from Canada’s 3-1 loss to the USA. One of them is that Marchand should be seeing more ice time.

The Boston Bruins captain totalled a minuscule 8:23 of game action in Saturday’s loss but still found a way to be one of Canada’s most impactful forwards. Marchand was able to skate through Team USA’s defensive front on several occasions and create chances for the Canadians.

I expect Marchand’s role on the team to increase significantly with the team needing results immediately.

Luckily for head coach Jon Cooper, Marchand already has chemistry with a pair of Canada’s top-six forwards.

Marchand trains with Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon in the offseason, making him a natural choice to slide onto their line.

The alternate captain already has a goal in this tournament despite playing fewer than 20 minutes in total. Even a slight increase in opportunity will provide value on this number.

Key stat: Only Connor McDavid, Mark Stone and Sam Bennett had more shots than Marchand (two) against Team USA.

Quick picks

Crosby to score (+200): Crosby is serving as a playmaker for the Canadians but his opportunities remain appealing when scoping out players in this market.

The captain is playing on the team’s first line and top power-play unit. Seeing the ice with MacKinnon and McDavid, among other top players, usually has Crosby spending most of his shift in the offensive zone.

Crosby also has a reputation for scoring monumental goals on the international stage. Keep an eye on the veteran superstar with Canada needing a win to advance to the final.

4 Nations Face-Off picks made at 11:14 a.m. ET on 02/16/2025.

Odds to win NHL Hart Trophy: Jets’ Connor Hellebuyck rising up the board

An Edmonton Oilers superstar leads the Hart Trophy race … but it’s not Connor McDavid.

The latest: Leon Draisaitl has usurped running mate McDavid as the favourite to win this award. McDavid isn’t even the top Connor on the board as Connor Hellebuyck holds down the third-shortest odds. Hot on Draisaitl’s tail, however, is the always-dangerous Nathan MacKinnon.

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Best odds to win NHL Hart Trophy

It’s fair to say the Oilers have two frontmen.

Not many teams boast two players that have won the Hart Trophy even once. But now Edmonton has a chance become the only active team with two players who own multiple Hart Trophies.

Draisaitl, who won this award during the 2019-20 campaign, is emerging as the top contender to claim the honour again in 2024-25.

Outproducing McDavid is a good way to establish yourself as a legitimate candidate. Draisaitl leads the Oilers in points (83 versus McDavid’s 71) this season.

He’s been on an absolute tear since the calendar flipped to 2025, too, with 13 goals and 27 points in 18 games.

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It’s not often a goalie works his way into the mix, but Hellebuyck’s play is too good to ignore.

The Winnipeg Jets puckstopper owns the third-best odds and rightfully so. Hellebuyck ranks:

1st in games (43)
1st in wins (34)
1st in SV% (.925)
1st in GAA (2.06)
1st in shutouts (6)

He leads every single important goaltending statistic.

Goaltenders winning the Hart Trophy isn’t something that happens often. Carey Price (2015) was the last one to do it.

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MacKinnon: On a team full of high-calibre talent, MacKinnon (+285) has been the Colorado Avalanche’s best player.

He leads the league in assists (66) and points (87) through 57 games.

The only surprise so far is a lack of goals after he potted 51 last year.

The Avalanche are firmly in the Western Conference’s playoff picture, holding onto a wild-card spot while trying to chase down divisional rivals.

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NHL Hart Trophy notes

Even with the departure of Steven Stamkos, Nikita Kucherov (+1,500) continues to be one of the most dominant offensive forces in the NHL. Last year’s Art Ross Trophy recipient has 82 points through 52 games.

Don’t get it twisted: McDavid (+650) is still very live to win this award. The Oilers superstar is only 16 points off the league lead in points despite missing six games, and he’s capable of going on a heater at any time. The biggest worry is that McDavid and Draisaitl cancel each other out in the MVP race.

Vancouver is back in a playoff spot and Quinn Hughes (+1,000) is a big reason why. The blueliner leads his team in points (59) and ice time per game (25:18). He’s the driving force on a team that has a lot of underperforming players this season.

NFL draft odds for the 2025 No. 1 overall pick: Cam Ward is the favourite, Abdul Carter and Travis Hunter trailing

The 2025 NFL draft features a wide-open field of contenders to be selected with the first overall pick.

The latest: Nobody is rushing to label any of the quarterbacks in this class as generational. Cam Ward is emerging as the top passer from the crop, but will he go No. 1? That’s a different question entirely. Top talents like Abdul Carter and Travis Hunter are the logical non-QB pivots for the Tennessee Titans, who own the top pick.

Here are the latest NFL draft odds as of February 15.

NFL draft odds: No. 1 pick

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Player	Odds (Feb. 15)
Cam Ward	-118
Abdul Carter	+200
Travis Hunter	+350
Shedeur Sanders	+450
Jaxson Dart	+4,000
Kelvin Banks Jr.	+7,500
Mason Graham	+7,500
Will Campbell	+7,500
Quinn Ewers	+7,500
Tetairoa McMillan	+9,000

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The favourite: Cam Ward (-118)

There was no clear first-overall pick entering the 2024 college football season.

But Ward’s play gave him as good of a case as any to hear his name called at the top of the 2025 draft.

The Miami Hurricanes quarterback built on a solid junior campaign with a terrific showing as a senior. He completed 67.2% of his passes and led the ACC with:

39 passing touchdowns (also led FBS)
9.5 yards per attempt
172.2 passing efficiency rating

Ward also did a fantastic job taking care of the football, throwing only seven interceptions for the second consecutive campaign.

His stellar play resulted in team success for the Hurricanes, too, as he led his squad to a 9-0 start. Miami lost three of four games to close out the year, but it wasn’t because of Ward. The quarterback threw 10 touchdowns to one interception during that stretch.

There are a couple of knocks on Ward’s profile, however, which are worth noting.

Firstly, it took him five college football seasons to have a truly elite campaign. He spent two seasons apiece at Incarnate Word (FCS) and Washington State before breaking out with Miami.

Secondly, he’s not much of a runner. Ward totalled a single-season-best 204 rushing yards with the Hurricanes in 2024.

The Titans need a quarterback, but will they go with Ward?

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Abdul Carter (+200): Carter seems like the logical option if Tennessee elects to go with the best player available.

The All-American edge rusher dominated opposing offensive lines in 2024. In 16 games, he finished with a whopping 12 sacks and an FBS-best 24 tackles for loss.

His strong results earned him Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year honours.

The Titans are short on talent across the board. If they aren’t sold on Ward as a franchise QB, they could make Carter the top choice in the draft.

Travis Hunter (+350): NFL teams and bettors alike have a clearer idea of what Hunter’s primary position will be.

The superstar wide receiver and defensive back will test as the latter at the NFL combine, although he remains adamant about wanting to play both positions in the NFL.

The 2024 Heisman Trophy winner dominated on both sides of the ball. He led the Big 12 in receptions (96) and touchdowns (15) while amassing 1,258 receiving yards.

Defensively, he tallied four interceptions and 11 pass breakups.

The NFL combine begins on Feb. 27 and figures to have a significant impact on the odds board.

Canada vs. USA 4 Nations anytime goal picks Feb. 15: Bet on Reinhart to light the lamp at +185

Hockey fans across North America will be tuning in for Saturday’s battle between Canada and the United States of America.

The pregame narrative: Tensions are high between the neighbouring countries, which only adds another layer to this classic hockey rivalry. I’m picking three players — Sam Reinhart, Jack Eichel and Mark Stone — to score in a game with no shortage of star power.

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Canada vs. USA anytime goal picks

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Best Bet: Reinhart to score (+185)

Opportunity is the name of the game when scoping out goalscorers, and Reinhart is seeing some favourable deployment.

The Florida Panthers superstar is skating on Canada’s first line and top power-play unit, putting him in some offensively friendly situations.

The calibre of players he’s skating alongside can’t be ignored, either. Reinhart plays with Connor McDavid and Mitch Marner at even strength. On the power play, he shares the ice with McDavid, Nathan MacKinnon, Sidney Crosby and Cale Makar.

It’s hard to find a better collection of players on any roster in this tournament.

Reinhart didn’t register a point in Canada’s thrilling 4-3 overtime victory over Sweden, but it wasn’t for a lack of trying. He totalled three shots in the game.

The winger is a consistent shooter, ranking 43rd in the NHL in shots this season (149). Expect Reinhart to be a scoring threat all game long.

Key stat: Reinhart is tied for third in the NHL in goals (31).

Other picks

Eichel to score a goal (+240): This is a good price for Eichel to tickle twine.

The Vegas Golden Knights centre is thriving as a playmaker, as his 50 assists are the fourth-most in the NHL. Eichel is coming off the second 30-goal campaign of his career, however, and is more than capable of being a goalscorer.

It’s hard not to like the opportunities he’s receiving on Team USA. Eichel is skating on the first line, between Brady and Matthew Tkachuk, and on the top power-play unit alongside Matthew Tkachuk, Jake Guentzel, Auston Matthews and Zach Werenski.

Eichel was heating up as a goalscorer before this tournament, tallying seven goals in eight games.

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Stone to score a goal (+310): Stone only has 14 goals for Vegas this season, but he delivered for Canada against Sweden.

The Golden Knights captain scored in the team’s 4-3 victory. The reason why I’m coming back to him is his spot in Canada’s lineup.

Stone is skating on a stacked second line alongside Crosby and MacKinnon, two of the NHL’s absolute best forwards.

Crosby demonstrated against Sweden that he’s more than capable of dishing it to his linemates. He registered three assists in the contest, including a feed on the game-winner.

Look for Stone to cash in with his star-studded support crew.

Picks made at 10:26 a.m. ET 02/15/2025.

Sweden vs. Canada 4 Nations Face-Off best bet and odds: Canadians big favourites over Swedes

Canada and Sweden open up action at the 4 Nations Face-Off on Wednesday.

The latest: Hockey fans are excited for the return of best-on-best international action. Canada enters this contest as a significant favourite but a key member may be out for this tournament. The Swedes have a stacked lineup, too, and could be a plucky underdog in this spot.

Check out the latest Sweden vs. Canada 4 Nations Face-Off odds for Feb. 12.

Sweden vs. Canada 4 Nations Face-Off odds

Betting Markets	Betting Odds
Sweden moneyline	+200
Canada moneyline	-275
Sweden +1.5	-143
Canada -1.5	+105
Over 5.5 goals	-138
Under 5.5 goals	+100

Canadian hockey fans are keeping close tabs on Sidney Crosby’s status as the tournament nears.

The Pittsburgh Penguins captain and two-time Olympic gold medalist missed his team’s most recent game and hasn’t decided on his participation in the tournament.

Crosby’s absence is significant as this could be his final opportunity to represent Canada in best-on-best international competition.

The Canadians do have enough star power, however, to overcome Crosby’s potential absence. Superstars like Nathan MacKinnon and Connor McDavid alone provide enough offensive power for any lineup in any competition.

Sweden doesn’t have anybody who can match MacKinnon and McDavid offensively, but they do have blueliners that can help make up for that. Erik Karlsson and Rasmus Dahlin are two of the most dangerous offensive defencemen in the league, and they’re more than capable of chipping in and driving the play.

4 Nations Face-Off best bet

Best Bet: Sweden +1.5 (-143)

There’s a decent amount of juice to pay but this wager is sensible for several reasons.

Firstly, there are a lot of unknowns in a tournament like this. The players haven’t spent much time practicing together and team chemistry is difficult to gauge for either side.

Without knowing how each team will gel together, goaltending becomes increasingly important and Sweden holds the edge over Canada between the pipes.

The trio of Linus Ullmark, Jacob Markstrom and Filip Gustavsson carries a distinct advantage over Jordan Binnington, Adin Hill and Sam Montembeault.

Crosby’s injury can’t be ignored, either. The hockey superstar is one of the greatest players of all time and has recorded 58 points in 55 outings this season.

Thirdly, this wager only requires Sweden to keep this contest competitive. A loaded roster featuring players like Filip Forsberg, William Nylander and Victor Hedman should be able to put forward a solid showing as they represent their country.

Key stat: Ullmark and Gustavsson have the best save percentage this season of any goalies in this matchup (.915). Hill has the best save percentage this season of any Canadian netminder (.900).