There are a handful of teams in the NHL who can be considered legitimate Stanley Cup contenders, and then a few more who fall into the dark horse category. As far as favorites go, it’s impossible to look past the Washington Capitals, as they are once again putting together a magnificent regular season. That they have not been able to translate their regular season prowess into postseason wins is something that will have many hockey bettors maybe giving them a wide berth once the playoffs begin. If you are looking for a solid dark horse team this year, look no further than the Calgary Flames. They had some teething troubles under new head coach Glen Gulutzan early in the year, but there is no team in the league hotter than this group right now. This will be a fantastic test for the Flames, as it will allow them to see just how well their young guns stack up against a very good Washington Capitals team. This is definitely a game to watch on Tuesday night. Find out more about the latest NHL betting spreads here.
