The Coach's NHL *ICE BREAKER* SPECIAL
(NHL) Chicago vs. Tampa Bay,
Money Line: -135.00 Tampa Bay (Home)
Result: Win
The Chicago Blackhawks are coming off a 3-0 win at Florida last night, but they could struggle in their second game in as many nights at Tampa tonight. The Lightning are well rested, having not played since a loss at Colorado last Sunday. Given the reasonable price, money is on the home team.

Here are my keys to the game:

1. Home Cookin' - Tampa boasts one of the best home records in the league, going 22-6-1 at Amalie Arena. They've won four of their last five home meetings with Chicago.

2. Fatigue - This is a tough spot for the Hawk, who have only won twice in their last seven games when playing a third game in four nights. The Lightning on the other hand are 6-1 in their last seven coming off at least three days rest.

3. X-Factor - Corey Crawford got the shutout last night in Florida, but had surrendered 10 goals in three straight losses prior to that. It remains to be seen if Crawford or Darling will get the call in this back-to-back situation.

Selection: This is a play on the Tampa Lightning (8*)