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72.7% since Oct 29, 2025 in NBA Money Line Wagers
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Last updated Dec 28, 9:50 AM EST
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Today’s Free Picks
| Sport | Game Selection | Game Time |
|---|---|---|
| NHL | (65) Washington Capitals at (66) Chicago Blackhawks: Spread | 8:07pm EST - Jan 9/2026 |
The PLAY: Chicago Blackhawks +1.5 (-190)
Ricky's play on CHI.
Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant.
- The Blackhawks are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games.
- The Capitals are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games.
- The Blackhawks are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 home games.
Verdict: The value is on the home Underdog.
Consultant Bio
Who is Ricky Tran?
Ricky Tran's destiny has always been sports betting. The "Baby Faced Assassin" was exposed to the horse racing and gaming industry from a very early age through his family's involvement. It was there that Ricky learned the basics of handicapping and wagering. His experience was soon being applied to all forms of sports betting, and a dynasty was born.
Ricky initially viewed sports, like most, as a fan. However, he soon found himself being more challenged by the gaming aspect. Being a fan was fine, but being able to break down a game's inner workings and nuances with an unbiased and analytical mind would give him the advantage he needed to enter the sports betting arena. Today, after several years of highly successful sports betting, Ricky Tran has the the type of lifestyle that most can't even imagine. Ask around and you'll learn that Tran is widely regarded as one of the brightest stars of the new generation of handicapping.
What sports does he bet on?
Ricky bets on NFL, NCAAF, NBA, NCAAB, NHL, MLB, Soccer, and CFL.
What are his handicapping systems/methods?
Ricky makes a living attacking opening lines and is almost always on the right side of line movement. All of his picks come with ‘key trends’ where he illustrates how they apply to the current situation. Ricky is extremely sharp with numbers and represents a new breed of handicapper. Youthful, enthusiastic, technically savvy, and up to date with the latest tools of the trade; but he's not shy to trust his gut on any given bet and ignore the stats.