NHL Expert Picks and Best Bets Today [Wednesday, 5/1/2024]

Last updated: May 2, 2024, 1:31AM | Published: May 1, 2024, 5:01AM

NHL betting is back for another exciting slate, and we're here to serve up our top picks for Wednesday's hockey action.

Today's NHL best bets come from a range of matchups, including Kings vs. Oilers, which starts at 10:00PM ET.

With the help of data-driven simulations and machine learning, the bets featured below are led by a moneyline play with an edge of 4.3%.

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NHL Expert Picks Tonight: 5/1/2024

After digging deep into the numbers and running thousands of simulations of today's action, DimersBOT, our leading predictive analytics model, has identified the best hockey bets for you to place on upcoming games on Wednesday, May 1, 2024.

Keep in mind that the earliest game time is at the top of this list of picks. To get access to our full list of today's best bets, including customizable filters and sorting options, consider joining Dimers Pro.

Kings ML (+172)

Edge: 4.3%
Probability: 41.1%
Matchup: Kings vs. Oilers (10:00PM ET, Wednesday)

Our model has pinpointed the next NHL betting opportunity tonight, which comes in the Kings vs. Oilers matchup. We recommend a bet on Kings ML at +172 odds, which provides an edge of 4.3%.

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Kings +1.5 (-148)

Edge: 2.5%
Probability: 62.2%
Matchup: Kings vs. Oilers (10:00PM ET, Wednesday)

Our model has found another great NHL bet for Wednesday's hockey action, again in the matchup between the Kings and Oilers. We suggest placing a puck line wager on Kings +1.5, available at -148 odds. Our analysis shows a compelling 2.5% edge for this bet.

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NHL Best Bets: Wednesday, 5/1/2024

As of 9:31PM ET, here are the next two NHL bets recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge
Kings vs. Oilers	Kings ML	+172 @ FanDuel	4.3%
Kings vs. Oilers	Kings +1.5	-148 @ DraftKings	2.5%

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Upcoming NHL Games to Bet On [5/1/2024]

Kings vs. Oilers (10:00PM ET, Wednesday)
Bruins vs. Maple Leafs (8:00PM ET, Thursday)

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Conclusion

This article, enhanced by AI and automation, aims to deliver accurate NHL insights quickly, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from current data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.

All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.

Jason Bevilacqua

Head of Content and Communities

Jason Bevilacqua has a deep-rooted passion for sports and has been actively involved in sports betting for many years. Specializing in the MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, Jason delivers engaging game previews across these leagues. His expertise is particularly evident in his best bets for MLB, NHL, and college basketball. Additionally, Jason contributes valuable MLB and NFL props, as well as NBA first basket plays.

Since joining Dimers in 2020 as the Head of Social and Community, Jason has also made significant contributions to the editorial department, offering daily articles that are not only well-researched but also deeply insightful. His strategic approach and collaboration with DimersBOT ensure his betting advice is top-notch.

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