This is a 10* PUCKLINE BK on the Jets.

Despite a 4-2 loss at New Jersey just last night, I think that desperate Winnipeg "comes to play" here in the Big Apple, and in a contest that I see being decided late, or even in extra time, I'm going to lay the price for the extra 1.5 goals of insurance.

The Rangers have arguably been the hottest team in the NHL over the last month, but this is a bad "spot" for them for sure. They just had their seven game win streak snapped in tight 3-2 OT loss at Calgary two nights ago. They went 3-1 on that road trip.

Now returning home after a successful trip, and off their first loss in a very long time, this is a classic "letdown" spot. And with a two-game road swing for the Rangers up next in Detroit and Washington, this non-conference contest takes on less importance.

But no such luxury for the Jets, who have lost two straight to open up this road trip. With upcoming game at Long Island, the road ahead isn't getting any easier for the Jets.

I think an outright is possible, but the official call is to play WINNIPEG on the PUCKLINE option.

Good luck, NP