NHL expert picks today: Friday's best bets highlight Jets vs. Avalanche play [12/19/2025]

Today’s NHL expert picks for December 19, 2025 are here, with Jets vs. Avalanche among the top plays identified by our model across Friday’s NHL action.

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List of NHL expert picks tonight [12/19, updated 8:32PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s best hockey bets, ranked by edge for Friday, December 19, 2025.

Jets ML (+205)

• Edge: 2.3%
• Probability: 35.1%
• Matchup: Jets vs. Avalanche (9:00PM ET, Friday)

Our model has identified value on Jets to defeat Avalanche at +205 odds. A 35.1% probability produces an edge of 2.3%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.

Jets ML (+205)

• Edge: 2.3%
• Probability: 35.1%
• Matchup: Jets vs. Avalanche (9:00PM ET, Friday)

A 2.3% edge and 35.1% probability make Jets at the moneyline at a value play in the Jets vs. Avalanche matchup, per our model.

Islanders +1.5 (-172)

• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 65.3%
• Matchup: Islanders vs. Sabres (5:00PM ET, Saturday)

Islanders +1.5 at -172 odds presents a 2.1% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 65.3%.

NHL best bets summary: Friday, 12/19/2025

As of 8:32PM ET, here is our top NHL bet by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [12/19/2025]

• Devils vs. Mammoth (9:00PM ET, Friday)
• Jets vs. Avalanche (9:00PM ET, Friday)
• Stars vs. Ducks (10:00PM ET, Friday)
• Red Wings vs. Capitals (12:30PM ET, Saturday)
• Flyers vs. Rangers (12:30PM ET, Saturday)
• Oilers vs. Wild (3:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Blackhawks vs. Senators (3:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Islanders vs. Sabres (5:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Blues vs. Panthers (6:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Maple Leafs vs. Predators (7:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Canucks vs. Bruins (7:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Hurricanes vs. Lightning (7:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Penguins vs. Canadiens (7:00PM ET, Saturday)

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Conclusion

Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for December 19, 2025, featuring plays such as Jets ML. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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