NHL Cole’s Notes – Thursday, Nov 20, 2025

Lightning-round breakdown for bettors who don’t have time to knit a scarf while reading previews.
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🔥 Top Storylines Tonight

Colorado is breathing fire.
The Avalanche are on a 6-game winning streak, 8-2 last 10, and Ball Arena is a fortress right now. Rangers limp in on a 2-game slide and trending 3-7 O/U recently. Avs sitting BULLISH, but beware: C.O.G.O is 72% — totals players might sniff an Over with caution.

Chicago quietly printing money.
The Blackhawks are 8-2 ATS last 10 and riding 2 straight SU wins as they host Seattle. Public still sleeping on them — typical. Seattle just 4-6 SU last 10.

Vancouver on a totals heater from hell.
Canucks enter the night on a 10-0 Over run — yes, ten straight. They host Dallas, who sits Bullish and tough defensively, but Vancouver games have become fireworks no matter who they play.

Montreal spiraling.
Habs have dropped 4 straight SU and despite strong scoring metrics (8-1-1 O/U last 10), they’re Bearish and leaking goals. Washington on back-to-back but riding 2-game win streak.

Florida vs New Jersey – battle of neutral markets.
Panthers off an 8-5 barnburner and Devils off a spanking by Tampa. Both sitting neutral value, both struggling ATS recently.

🚨 Dogs With Teeth

• Chicago + money vs Seattle → value + hot ATS streak
• New York Islanders vs Detroit – Isle have won 7 of last 10 and carry the higher VI despite being the dog price

📉 Teams Hard to Trust

• St. Louis (3-7 SU last 10, Bearish) at Philly
• Utah (1-9 ATS last 10) hosting Vegas
• Edmonton (4-6 SU, 3-7 ATS) drowning defensively

🧊 Interesting Totals Trends

⏱ Must-Watch Late Games

• Dallas vs Vancouver – firework potential
• LA vs San Jose – Sharks ATS gold lately (8-2 ATS)
• Ottawa vs Anaheim – Sens 3-7 ATS skid vs Ducks quietly strong SU

Bottom Line

Market momentum > brand names.
If you’re betting today like it’s last season’s standings, you’re already beat. Ride streaks, fade cold teams, and don’t fall in love with logo favorites.

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