Ryan Gilbert

Ryan Gilbert


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


Wild vs Stars Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Dallas may be the better team overall, but with the Wild coming in to tonight on a three-game win streak and getting a moneyline price of +180, you have to take the visitors.
Flames vs Islanders Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today's NHL Game
Jonathan Huberdeau has been hot, and our expert NHL predictions expect Huberdeau to lead the Flames over the Islanders tonight.
Flyers vs Capitals Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
The Flyers and Capitals are heading in opposite directions as the regular season starts to wind down, and we expect Washington to cruise to another home victory tonight.
Canucks vs Blues Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
A crucial battle for the final Wild Card spot in the West is set to take place in St. Louis, and Ryan Gilbert is backing the surging Canucks at plus money.
Flyers vs Lightning Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Philadelphia got the best of Tampa in the last meeting, but the Lightning will get their lick back tonight.
Jets vs Kraken Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Kyle Connor has been a major reason for the Jets' success, tallying at least one assist in more than half his games. Facing a suspect Kraken team, he will play facilitator once more.
Stars vs Avalanche Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s NHL Game
Two crucial points are up for grabs, and the Avalanche will take advantage on home ice.
Best NHL Player Prop Bets Today, March 15: Johnson Roils Rangers
Kent Johnson has been coming up clutch for a Columbus Blue Jackets club on the cusp on a playoff berth, and our NHL prop picks will include him to score a point tonight in a big game vs. the New York Rangers.
Lightning vs Flyers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
With the Lightning aiming to snap a brief skid, Brayden Point & Co. should thrive against a Flyers team whose offense has dried up down the stretch.
Ducks vs Utah Hockey Club Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
The Ducks' Cutter Gauthier has done an excellent job at getting rubber to the net of late, and our NHL betting picks expect that trend to continue in Utah on Wednesday night.
Senators vs Flyers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Brady Tkachuk has been rejuvenated following the 4 Nations Face-Off, so don't expect his spike in shot-taking to level off as he meets a vulnerable Flyers squad on Tuesday night, per our NHL betting picks.
Canucks vs Stars Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
The Stars have had a tumultuous last few days, and with the Canucks owning the advantage in both the rest and goalie department tonight, they top our NHL betting picks as home underdogs.
Kraken vs Flyers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s NHL Game
Matvei Michkov has been on fire since the 4 Nations break, and he'll keep that heater going against Seattle.
Sabres vs Lightning Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Our Sabres vs. Lightning expect a big game from Nikita Kucherov en route to a comfortable victory.
Predators vs Bruins Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Neither the Predators nor Bruins are scoring at a high clip and both feature strong enough goaltending to keep tonight's clash at the TD Garden below the allotted total.
Blues vs Stars Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Stars winger Jason Robertson has been firing at will of late, erasing a middling start to his season, and will be aggressive at home against the Blues tonight.
Bruins vs Wild Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today's NHL Game
David Pastrnak has picked up his passing game of late, and with the Minnesota Wild battling some depth issues at the moment, our NHL betting picks will take the Bruins winger to tally at least one assist today.
Jets vs Flyers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Winnipeg looks to return to its winning ways, and our expert NHL predictions expect Jets defenseman Neal Pionk to let it rip tonight.
Red Wings vs Blue Jackets Props & Best Bets for Saturday's NHL Stadium Series Game
The Columbus Blue Jackets host the Detroit Red Wings at Ohio Stadium in the latest edition of the NHL Stadium Series. Ryan Gilbert breaks down his favorite NHL player props including Alex DeBrincat who's looking to extend his point streak to nine games.
Bruins vs Penguins Prediction, Picks & Odds for Saturday’s NHL Game
The Boston Bruins have dropped five straight games and head to Pittsburgh in hopes of stoping the losing streak. Ryan Gilbert believes the urgency will be there and the B's will get back in the win column behind David Pastrnak's efforts.