With the Stanley Cup Playoffs beginning tonight, there are some key injuries with important players that are worth keeping an eye on.
It’s unfortunate that some of these injuries could ultimately decide who advances and who goes home, but it could also provide betting value that cannot be ignored.
Below are the most significant injuries that could impact how you approach some of these first-round series from a wagering perspective.
Frederik Andersen (Carolina Hurricanes)
Andersen was putting together one of the best seasons of his career for the Metropolitan Division winning Carolina Hurricanes and will likely be in the running as a finalist for the Vezina Trophy.