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NHL expert picks today: Monday's best bets include Senators vs. Canucks play [3/9/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get NHL expert picks and best bets for Monday, March 9, 2026.
Today’s NHL expert picks for March 9, 2026 are here, with Senators vs. Canucks among the top plays identified by our model across Monday’s NHL play.
Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, scanning the latest hockey odds to uncover genuine betting edges. The result? Data-backed picks that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.
List of NHL expert picks tonight [3/9, updated 3:04PM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s best hockey bets, ranked by edge for Monday, March 9, 2026.
Canucks ML (+190)
- Edge: 2.3%
- Probability: 36.8%
- Matchup: Senators vs. Canucks (9:00PM ET, Monday)
Our model has identified value on Canucks to defeat Senators at +190 odds. A 36.8% probability produces an edge of 2.3%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.
Canucks +1.5 (-128)
- Edge: 2.1%
- Probability: 58.3%
- Matchup: Senators vs. Canucks (9:00PM ET, Monday)
Canucks +1.5 carries a 2.1% edge and a probability of 58.3% at -128 odds, according to our model.
Blackhawks ML (+184)
- Edge: 2.1%
- Probability: 37.3%
- Matchup: Mammoth vs. Blackhawks (8:30PM ET, Monday)
Blackhawks ML at +184 odds shows a 2.1% edge, supported by a 37.3% probability in simulations.
Blackhawks +1.5 (-135)
- Edge: 2.1%
- Probability: 59.5%
- Matchup: Mammoth vs. Blackhawks (8:30PM ET, Monday)
A 2.1% edge and 59.5% probability make Blackhawks +1.5 vs. Mammoth at a value play in the Mammoth vs. Blackhawks matchup, per our model.
NHL best bets summary: Monday, 3/9/2026
As of 3:04PM ET, here are our top NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senators vs. Canucks | Canucks ML | +190 @ BetMGM | 2.3% | 36.8% |
| Senators vs. Canucks | Canucks +1.5 | -128 @ FanDuel | 2.1% | 58.3% |
| Mammoth vs. Blackhawks | Blackhawks ML | +184 @ FanDuel | 2.1% | 37.3% |
| Mammoth vs. Blackhawks | Blackhawks +1.5 | -135 @ BetMGM | 2.1% | 59.5% |
List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [3/9/2026]
- Kings vs. Blue Jackets (4:00PM ET, Monday)
- Flames vs. Capitals (7:00PM ET, Monday)
- Rangers vs. Flyers (7:00PM ET, Monday)
- Mammoth vs. Blackhawks (8:30PM ET, Monday)
- Senators vs. Canucks (9:00PM ET, Monday)
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Conclusion
Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for March 9, 2026, featuring plays such as Canucks ML and Canucks +1.5. 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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