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NHL expert picks today: Friday's best bets highlight Capitals vs. Ducks play [12/5/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get NHL expert picks and best bets for Friday, December 5, 2025.
Today’s NHL expert picks for December 05, 2025 are here, with Capitals vs. Ducks among the top plays identified by our model across Friday’s NHL slate.
Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, searching the latest hockey odds to find top betting edges. The result? Data-backed plays that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.
List of NHL expert picks tonight [12/5, updated 9:02AM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s best hockey bets, ranked by edge for Friday, December 5, 2025.
Capitals vs. Ducks under 6.5 goals (+100)
- Edge: 2.3%
- Probability: 52.3%
- Matchup: Capitals vs. Ducks (10:00PM ET, Friday)
Our model has identified value on under 6.5 goals in Capitals vs. Ducks at +100 odds. A 52.3% probability produces an edge of 2.3%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.
NHL best bets summary: Friday, 12/5/2025
As of 9:02AM ET, here is our top NHL bet by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capitals vs. Ducks | Under 6.5 Goals | +100 @ BetMGM | 2.3% | 52.3% |
List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [12/5/2025]
- Golden Knights vs. Devils (7:00PM ET, Friday)
- Sabres vs. Jets (7:00PM ET, Friday)
- Sharks vs. Stars (8:00PM ET, Friday)
- Mammoth vs. Canucks (9:00PM ET, Friday)
- Capitals vs. Ducks (10:00PM ET, Friday)
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Conclusion
Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for December 5, 2025, featuring plays such as under 6.5 goals in the Capitals vs. Ducks matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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