The penultimate week in the Premier Lacrosse League regular season is upon us and I have a handful of bets for each game of the weekend. Read my betting preview to see what I’m betting in PLL Week 10.
Note: The odds presented below are those at the time when Hutton sends his picks out on the Action App and are subject to change.
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Carolina Chaos at Denver Outlaws
 Carolina Moneyline/Spread | +160 / +1.5 |
 Denver Moneyline/Spread | -200 / -1.5 |
| Total | 24 |
| Time | Friday · 8 p.m. ET |
| TV | ESPN+ |
Odds via Caesars
The Denver Outlaws host the Carolina Chaos in a rematch from Week 2. Yet, both teams are vastly different than when they last faced. Jared Bernhardt, who made his pro debut against Carolina, has settled in as a key offensive piece for the Outlaws and Jonathan Donville has given Denver an underrated off-ball presence, who not only poses a threat to score, but sets up his teammates with screens and spacing. Arguably, the most important change from Week 2 is Logan McNaney starting for Denver, helping lead them to six straight wins.
Yet, Carolina has also made some tweaks, making Justin Inacio their starting faceoff specialist and inserting rookie Owen Hiltz into the lineup. While Denver has looked much better since their 9-12 loss in Week 2, Carolina has been continually undervalued in the betting market. Their defense is still solid with Blaze Riorden in net and Hiltz has elevated the offense to a new level. I’d make Denver the favorite in this matchup, but the odds for this game are out of hand.
Underdogs this season are not only 22-10 against the spread, they’re also 16-16 straight up. Carolina is 5-3 against the spread this season and has won four of those five games outright. While they needed Riorden to make a single-game record 25 saves in their first win, this team is much better than when they last faced off and the defense should be able to limit Denver more than previous teams have in recent weeks. Even with how good the Outlaws have looked, the odds are good enough to back Carolina as underdogs and I think they’re live for another upset. Split a unit in half and bet Carolina Chaos +1.5 at +110 and Carolina Chaos moneyline at +160 on Caesars. I also recommend betting Carolina Chaos First to Three Points at +108 on FanDuel.
I’m also expecting Ross Scott to have another big game. The righty had a career-high five points against Denver when they last played and, even though McNaney wasn’t in net, I think his success is repeatable. They’ve been getting Scott more touches more lately and the result has been nine points in three games. He’s benefitted from Hiltz’s presence on offense and has been one of Carolina’s most consistent dodging threats. I like the odds to bet him to put a couple past McNaney and potentially add an assist or two as well. Bet a full unit on Ross Scott Over 1.5 Points at -146 on FanDuel and a half unit each on Ross Scott Over 2.5 Points at +120 on DraftKings and Ross Scott Over 1.5 Goals at +114 on FanDuel.
Picks: Carolina Chaos +1.5 (0.5 unit), Carolina Chaos ML (0.5 unit), Carolina Chaos First to Three Points, Ross Scott Over 1.5 Points, Over 2.5 Points (0.5 unit) & Over 1.5 Goals (0.5 unit)
Philadelphia Waterdogs vs. Boston Cannons
 Philadelphia Moneyline/Spread | -115 / +1.5 |
 Boston Moneyline/Spread | -115 / -1.5 |
| Total | 25.5 |
| Time | Friday · 10:30 p.m. ET |
| TV | ESPN+ |
Odds via DraftKings
Boston and Philadelphia meet for the second time this season and while Philly gets the juiced +1.5, this game is lined as a pick ’em—and rightly so. I think Waterdogs will have the slight edge, but these two teams have been Jekyll and Hyde this season, and I’m not sure what version we’ll get on Friday night. I expect a high-scoring game, but 25.5 feels about right, so I’m instead targeting the first half total of 13.
Games involving at least one of these two teams have featured a first half of 13 goals or more in eight of their combined 14 games, including a 15-goal first half in these teams’ last meeting. Neither team has defended transition particularly well, and both offenses match up well against their opposing defenses. If this game is as close as I expect, I wouldn’t be surprised if it slows down in the second half. So, I’d rather bet that we see a lot of goals just in the first half than bet the full game total. Bet the 1st Half Over 13 at -110 on DraftKings.
I’m also betting Michael Sowers to have continued success against this Cannons defense. Boston has not had an answer for Sowers in the past two seasons, with the Philly attackman registering 11 goals and 25 points in just four games against this Cannons defense. Boston doesn’t have a defender fast enough to guard Sowers, and I expect him to feast against the Cannons again. While his points prop of 4.5 is about right for my liking, I do like the odds to bet him to score at least two goals. Sowers has had two or more goals in all of his last four games against Boston. He should have plenty of chances as a goal scorer, so I recommend betting Michael Sowers Over 1.5 Goals at -166 on FanDuel.
I also expect CJ Kirst’s breakout game to come against Boston. Kirst looked much more comfortable in his second pro game and, despite just one goal, had five shots on goal. I think he’ll play a large part in this offense and should get some favorable matchups from the midfield. Bet CJ Kirst Over 2.5 Points at +114 on FanDuel.
As for Boston, the Cannons most consistent player has been Matt Campbell, who’s had at least two points in all but one game this season. Philadelphia has struggled to defend opposing midfielders and Campbell is a matchup nightmare. I think he’ll be heavily involved on offense and recommend betting Matt Campbell Over 2.5 Points at +102 and Over 1.5 Goals at -113 on FanDuel. He’s had three or more points in five of seven games this season and two or more goals in four of seven. Campbell also has two-point range and there’s a non-zero chance we could see both these bets cash on just two shots.
Finally, I’m betting Coulter Mackesy Under 4.5 Shots On Goal at -115 on DraftKings. Mackesy has gone over this mark in three of five games, but not by much and has done so as the starting lefty attackman. This weekend, he’ll likely be splitting time or sharing the left side of the field with Will Manny, so I expect him to have fewer opportunities as a shooter. Expect him to have four or fewer shots on goal.
Picks: 1st Half Over 13, Michael Sowers Over 1.5 Goals, CJ Kirst Over 2.5 Points, Matt Campbell Over 2.5 Points & Over 1.5 Goals, Coulter Mackesy Under 4.5 SOG
New York Atlas at Denver Outlaws
 New York Moneyline/Spread | -122 / -1.5 |
| Denver Moneyline/Spread | +100 / +1.5 |
| Total | 25.5 |
| Time | Saturday · 1 p.m. ET |
| TV | ABC |
Odds via FanDuel
The matchup of the weekend is between the top teams in the East and West. Unfortunately for Denver, this game was flexed to the 1 p.m. slot on ABC, so the Outlaws will have a 13-hour turnaround between their Friday and Saturday game—not ideal when you’re playing arguably the best team in the PLL. I expect a fresh New York team to come out firing and think their offense could give the Denver defense some fits on Saturday afternoon. Trust the Bulls to not only win, but also cover and bet New York Atlas -1.5 at +116 on FanDuel.
This goalie battle will also be fascinating to watch and I’m betting both starters’ saves prop. Liam Entenmann has been a key reason why New York has the best record in the PLL through the last two seasons and he’ll be needed on Saturday. Denver takes the highest amount of shots and puts the most shots on goal in the league, so Entenmann should have plenty of save opportunities. Despite his saves prop being somewhat high, it’s too low for Entenmann given this matchup. Bet Liam Entenmann Over 15.5 Saves at -102 on FanDuel.
As for Logan McNaney, playing in back-to-back games is not ideal and he’s facing a New York offense that boasts the best shooting percentage in the PLL. Despite being incredible this season, I think he’ll have a tough time going over his saves prop on Saturday. Bet Logan McNaney Under 14.5 Saves at -135 on DraftKings.
Finally, I’m fading MVP candidate Pat Kavanagh in his second game of the weekend. Despite continuing to light up the stat sheet, Kavanagh has been dealing with a shoulder injury and I wouldn’t be surprised if Eric Law fills in for him on attack some on Saturday. Denver could potentially already have locked up the top seed in the West and the Outlaws might opt to limit Kavanagh’s minutes on Saturday. Even if Kavanagh plays a normal amount of time, the matchup isn’t ideal, facing his former college teammate in Entenmann and likely being guarded by Gavin Adler. Bet Pat Kavanagh Under 3.5 Points at +100 on BetMGM or FanDuel.
Picks: New York Atlas -1.5, Liam Entenmann Over 15.5 Saves, Logan McNaney Under 14.5 Saves, Pat Kavanagh Under 3.5 Points
California Redwoods vs. Maryland Whipsnakes
 California Moneyline/Spread | -105 / +1.5 |
 Maryland Moneyline/Spread | -125 / -1.5 |
| Total | 25.5 |
| Time | Saturday · 8 p.m. ET |
| TV | ESPN+ |
Odds via Caesars
The final game of the weekend features the California Redwoods and Maryland Whipsnakes. California is fresh off a win, while Maryland is coming off a loss, and this is a great buy-low, sell-high spot. The Redwoods secured a much-needed win against Utah, but did so with a 15.7% shooting percentage. Meanwhile, Maryland hung tight with New York in a game that was tighter than the final score indicated.
I expect the Whipsnakes offense to cause the Redwoods defense a ton of problems on Saturday night, and the Maryland defense should be able to keep California’s offense in check as well. It may not be the beatdown that Carolina suffered at the hands of Maryland, but I think the Whipsnakes pull away in this one and easily cover. Bet Maryland Whipsnakes -1.5 at +120 on Caesars.
From an individual standpoint, TJ Malone should have a big day for Maryland. Malone had four points against California last year and Rob Pannell’s re-insertion into the lineup should allow Malone to attack matchups in other areas of the field. Malone has had four or more points in 13 of 21 career games and I expect him to get plenty of chances to both score and assist on Saturday. Bet TJ Malone Over 3.5 Points at -135 on DraftKings.
I also expect Emmet Carroll to have a big game. The rookie netminder has played well this season and is facing a team that takes a lot of shots, but ranks last in shooting percentage. Bet Emmet Carroll Over 13.5 Saves at -105 on DraftKings.
Finally, I’m betting a 0.2 unit on Adam Poitras 1st Quarter Goal Scorer at +300 on DraftKings or FanDuel. Poitras has scored in 11 of his 18 career games and should have some favorable matchups off faceoffs or in transition against this California short-stick defensive midfield unit. I like the odds to bet him to score a goal in the opening period.
Picks: Maryland Whipsnakes -1.5, TJ Malone Over 3.5 Points, Emmet Carroll Over 13.5 Saves, Adam Poitras 1st Quarter Goal Scorer (0.2 unit)
2025 PLL Season Best Bets: 70-65 for +13.595 units
All bets are to win 1 unit or more (i.e. 1.2 units at -120, 1 unit at +120) unless otherwise specified.
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