NHL betting picks, odds: The Red Wings are worth a long-shot bet

Michael Leboff argues that the Detroit Red Wings offer strong betting value as an 11/1 long-shot to make the playoffs. Despite a chaotic start to the season—including captain Dylan Larkin's trade demand and holdout, defenseman Simon Edvinsson's contract dispute, and the departure of general manager Steve Yzerman—the Red Wings have remained competitive with a 7-8-3 record under head coach Todd McLellan.

Leboff highlights Detroit's strong underlying defensive metrics, anchored by defenseman Moritz Seider, and notes that interim GM Shawn Horcoff holds valuable trade assets to upgrade the offense. Consequently, Leboff recommends backing Detroit to reach the postseason at 11/1 odds and backing McLellan at 150/1 to win the Jack Adams Award.