Pick 5: Zach Parise Over 1.5 Shots On Goal (-185)

With a hot streak and reliable record against the Ducks, Zach Parise is the ideal bet for tonight's game.

If you're looking to place a bet on tonight's matchup between the New York Islanders and the Anaheim Ducks, Zach Parise is your man. The Islanders' dependable forward is averaging a solid 2.26 shots on goal per game this season.e. He has had fewer than 1.5 shots on goal in 31 games and more than 1.5 shots on goal in 38 games in total this season. 

Over the last 20 games, Parise has been on fire, averaging 2.5 shots on goal per game and more than 1.5 shots on goal in 13 of those games. In the last 10, he's been even better, averaging 2.7 shots on goal per game and more than 1.5 shots on goal in 7 games. Even in his last 5 games, Parise has been consistent, averaging 2.2 shots on goal per game and more than 1.5 shots on goal in 4 games.

Parise has also had great success against the Ducks in the past, cashing in 2 of his last 3 against them. With the Islanders looking to maintain their playoff position in the Eastern Conference, Parise is a safe bet to exceed the over/under of 1.5 shots on goal tonight.