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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get the best bets for Thursday, October 1, 2026.
Today’s best sports bets for October 1, 2026 are here, with Oilers vs. Canucks in the NHL and Valentin Vacherot vs. Stefanos Tsitsipas on the ATP Tour among the top plays identified by our model across Thursday’s play.
Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, searching the latest odds to unearth top betting edges. The result? Data-backed picks that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.
List of best bets for today [10/1, updated 9:31PM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s best bets, ranked by edge for Thursday, October 1, 2026.
NHL: Canucks +1.5 (-125)
- Edge: 2.4%
- Probability: 57.9%
- NHL matchup: Oilers vs. Canucks (10:00PM ET)
Our model has identified value on Canucks +1.5 at -125 odds. A 57.9% probability produces an edge of 2.4%, making this the strongest play for today's sports action.
Tennis: Stefanos Tsitsipas vs. Valentin Vacherot Under 25.5 total games (-135)
- Edge: 2.2%
- Probability: 59.6%
- NHL matchup: Valentin Vacherot vs. Stefanos Tsitsipas (11:10PM ET)
At ATP Japan Open, Valentin Vacherot vs. Stefanos Tsitsipas under 25.5 total games carries a 2.2% edge and a probability of 59.6% at -135 odds, according to our model.
NHL: Canucks ML (+188)
- Edge: 2.1%
- Probability: 36.8%
- NHL Matchup: Oilers vs. Canucks (10:00PM ET)
Canucks ML at +188 odds shows a 2.1% edge, supported by a 36.8% probability in simulations.
Best sports bets today summary: Thursday, 10/1/2026
As of 9:31PM ET, here are our top bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Prob. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oilers vs. Canucks (NHL) | Canucks +1.5 | -125 @ BetMGM | 2.4% | 57.9% |
| Vacherot vs. Tsitsipas (Tennis) | Under 25.5 total games | -135 @ DraftKings | 2.2% | 59.6% |
| Oilers vs. Canucks (NHL) | Canucks ML | +188 @ FanDuel | 2.1% | 36.8% |
List of upcoming matchups to bet on now [10/1/2026]
- NHL: Panthers vs. Sharks (10:00PM ET, Thursday)
- NHL: Oilers vs. Canucks (10:00PM ET, Thursday)
- Tennis: Jaime Faria vs. Jaume Munar (10:00PM ET, Thursday)
- Tennis: Diana Shnaider vs. Janice Tjen (11:00PM ET, Thursday)
- Tennis: Peyton Stearns vs. Viktorija Golubic (11:00PM ET, Thursday)
- Tennis: Sinja Kraus vs. Anastasia Potapova (11:00PM ET, Thursday)
- Tennis: Stefanos Tsitsipas vs. Valentin Vacherot (11:10PM ET, Thursday)
- Tennis: Elena-Gabriela Ruse vs. Linda Noskova (12:10AM ET, Friday)
- Tennis: Aliaksandra Sasnovich vs. Ekaterina Alexandrova (12:10AM ET, Friday)
- Tennis: Maja Chwalinska vs. Dayana Yastremska (12:10AM ET, Friday)
Conclusion
Our best bets are locked and loaded for October 1, 2026, featuring plays such as Canucks +1.5 vs. Oilers and under 25.5 total games in the Valentin Vacherot vs. Stefanos Tsitsipas matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.
Our predictions are drawn from current data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice, head to our Responsible Gambling hub.
All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.
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