Bet the NHL Tuesday: Peterson picks Panthers vs Blackhawks and Lightning vs Stars

Florida Panthers (-152) @ Chicago Blackhawks (+130), 8 pm EDT

The Florida Panthers are one of the hottest teams around right now and look like legitimate Stanley Cup contenders. Winning 5 of their last 7 and boasting an impressive record of 20-7-4, the Panthers will face the Chicago Blackhawks Tuesday evening in the Windy City. Having already owned Chicago on 4 separate occasions this season, expect the Panthers to strut into Chicago with plenty of confidence and take care of business. Again. Take Florida on the Moneyline.

PICK: Florida Panthers Moneyline (-152)

Tampa Bay Lightning (-161) @ Dallas Stars (+140), 8:30 pm EDT

Sitting at the top of the Central division, the Tampa Bay Lightning are well on their way to becoming the best of the best as they continue to prove themselves against worthy competition. Winning 7 of their past 10, they face an inconsistent Dallas Stars team that has struggled finding their identity all season. Combined with the fact that Tampa Bay has already owned Dallas on 3 separate occasions this season, saddle up and ride the Puck Line here for all it's worth.

PICK: Tampa Bay Lightning -1.5 (+170)