Ryan Gilbert
Ryan Gilbert
10+ years experience 10+ years experience
Ryan Gilbert brings the passion and pain of being a Philadelphia sports fan. After graduating from Monmouth University with a finance degree, he now uses his statistical background to find inefficiencies in betting markets. With past stops at NHL.com, NBC Sports, and currently at Covers, Ryan's hot picks blend well with the cold ice of a hockey rink.
Sport to bet on: Hockey
Sports movie: Slap Shot
Sports snack: Pizza
Covers feature: Scores & Matchups
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Jets vs Ducks Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Our Jets vs. Ducks predictions expect Winnipeg to cruise in its regular-season finale.
Giants vs Phillies Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
The Giants can't hit lefties, and Jesus Luzardo is finally living up to his potential as one of the best southpaws in the biz. Expect the Phillies starter to carve up San Francisco's lineup.
Giants vs Phillies Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
Jung Hoo Lee's rookie season was cut short due to injury, but he seems to be making up for lost time for the Giants in 2025. Facing contact-forward Phillies righty Taijuan Walker plays right into his strengths and our favorite MLB picks.
Avalanche vs Ducks Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Ryan Gilbert sees value in the Anaheim Ducks when they take on the shorthanded Avalanche.
Bruins vs Penguins Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
The Penguins have been out of the postseason chase for a while, but they've played with pride down the stretch. The Bruins are just playing out the string and won't offer much resistance, per our NHL betting picks.
Capitals vs Blue Jackets Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s NHL Game
There have been some high-octane hockey games in Ohio this year, and our NHL betting picks are calling for another barnburner when the Capitals visit the Blue Jackets.
Hurricanes vs Capitals Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
The Washington Capitals are available at surprisingly long odds at home vs. a Carolina Hurricanes team that has had its fair share of struggles on the road this year. Our NHL betting picks like Alex Ovechkin & Co. to get back in the win column.
Flyers vs Rangers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Travis Konecny's scoring has taken a bit of a dive of late, but he's still making his presence felt as the Flyers' top facilitator. He'll pick up another helper vs. the Rangers tonight.
Senators vs Blue Jackets Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
The Ottawa Senators are playing some great hockey right now. Fresh off a 4-0 win on Sunday vs. this same Blue Jackets side, Ryan Gilbert believes a similar result is in the cards tonight.
Jets vs Blues Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
The St. Louis Blues have racked off 12 wins in a row, but they're about to get grounded by the Jets.
Dodgers vs Phillies Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
With Tyler Glasnow and Cristopher Sanchez taking the respective mounds today, we don't expect a sudden influx in scoring after a pair of fairly low-scoring games in this series.
Dodgers vs Phillies Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
The Philadelphia Phillies rained on the Los Angeles Dodgers undefeated parade after handing them their first loss and as they try to make it two in a row, there's an under-the-radar player for them to watch for.
Jets vs Utah Hockey Club Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
The moneyline price is around a pick'em, creating great value for Winnipeg backers.
Panthers vs Red Wings Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
The Red Wings may not have the playoffs in their immediate future, but they are the healthier team in this matchup as the Panthers remain without Aleksander Barkov and Matthew Tkachuk. Detroit takes this one.
Capitals vs Hurricanes Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Our Capitals vs Hurricanes predictions expect a big game from Alex Ovechkin and the visitors on the second night of a back-to-back.
Giants vs Astros Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
Houston's offense has yet to find any traction, and Ryan Gilbert expects San Francisco's ace to keep the Astros swinging and missing tonight.
Giants vs Astros Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight's MLB Game
The Houston Astros struck out a boatload in their opening series vs. the Mets. As Ryan Gilbert explains, they'll be in tough once more against a hard-throwing Jordan Hicks.
Best NHL Player Prop Bets Today, March 30: The Moore the Merrier
Our NHL player props for March 30 target Trevor Moore, John Tavares, and Troy Terry.
Red Sox vs Rangers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
Our Red Sox vs. Rangers predictions expect Wilyer Abreu to continue his hot start in Texas.
Senators vs Blue Jackets Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Dylan Cozens has been hot since getting traded to Ottawa, and our NHL picks expect that to continue tonight.
