NHL expert picks today: Monday's best bets include Senators vs. Canucks play [3/9/2026]

Today’s NHL expert picks for March 9, 2026 are here, with Senators vs. Canucks and Mammoth vs. Blackhawks among the top plays identified by our model across Monday’s NHL slate.

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List of NHL expert picks tonight [3/9, updated 8:15PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s best hockey bets, ranked by edge for Monday, March 9, 2026.

Canucks +1.5 (-115)

• Edge: 4.9%
• Probability: 58.4%
• Matchup: Senators vs. Canucks (9:00PM ET, Monday)

Our model has identified value on Canucks +1.5 at -115 odds. A 58.4% probability produces an edge of 4.9%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.

Blackhawks +1.5 (-125)

• Edge: 3.8%
• Probability: 59.4%
• Matchup: Mammoth vs. Blackhawks (8:30PM ET, Monday)

Blackhawks +1.5 carries a 3.8% edge and a probability of 59.4% at -125 odds, according to our model.

Blackhawks ML (+195)

• Edge: 3.3%
• Probability: 37.2%
• Matchup: Mammoth vs. Blackhawks (8:30PM ET, Monday)

Blackhawks ML at +195 odds shows a 3.3% edge, supported by a 37.2% probability in simulations.

Penguins ML (+190)

• Edge: 3.1%
• Probability: 37.5%
• Matchup: Penguins vs. Hurricanes (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)

A 3.1% edge and 37.5% probability make Penguins at the moneyline at a value play in the Penguins vs. Hurricanes matchup, per our model.

Blue Jackets +1.5 (-115)

• Edge: 2.9%
• Probability: 56.4%
• Matchup: Blue Jackets vs. Lightning (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Blue Jackets +1.5 at -115 odds presents a 2.9% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 56.4%.

Penguins +1.5 (-130)

• Edge: 2.7%
• Probability: 59.2%
• Matchup: Penguins vs. Hurricanes (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Our model finds value on Penguins +1.5 at -130 odds, supported by an edge of 2.7%.

Blue Jackets ML (+205)

• Edge: 2.2%
• Probability: 35%
• Matchup: Blue Jackets vs. Lightning (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Our model has uncovered value on Blue Jackets ML at +205 odds. A 35% probability produces a 2.2% edge, making this a strong play for today's NHL action.

Canucks ML (+190)

• Edge: 2.2%
• Probability: 36.7%
• Matchup: Senators vs. Canucks (9:00PM ET, Monday)

A 2.2% edge on a 36.7% probability makes Canucks to win at +190 odds a solid value play in today's Senators vs. Canucks matchup.

Mammoth ML (+146)

• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 42.8%
• Matchup: Mammoth vs. Wild (8:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Our model projects value on Mammoth to win at +146 odds. A 42.8% probability produces a 2.1% edge, making Mammoth the favorable ML play in Saturday’s matchup.

NHL best bets summary: Monday, 3/9/2026

As of 8:15PM ET, here are our top NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Senators vs. Canucks	Canucks +1.5	-115 @ DraftKings	4.9%	58.4%
Mammoth vs. Blackhawks	Blackhawks +1.5	-125 @ DraftKings	3.8%	59.4%
Mammoth vs. Blackhawks	Blackhawks ML	+195 @ DraftKings	3.3%	37.2%
Penguins vs. Hurricanes	Penguins ML	+190 @ DraftKings	3.1%	37.5%
Blue Jackets vs. Lightning	Blue Jackets +1.5	-115 @ DraftKings	2.9%	56.4%
Penguins vs. Hurricanes	Penguins +1.5	-130 @ BetMGM	2.7%	59.2%
Blue Jackets vs. Lightning	Blue Jackets ML	+205 @ DraftKings	2.2%	35%
Senators vs. Canucks	Canucks ML	+190 @ BetMGM	2.2%	36.7%
Mammoth vs. Wild	Mammoth ML	+146 @ FanDuel	2.1%	42.8%

List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [3/9/2026]

• Mammoth vs. Blackhawks (8:30PM ET, Monday)
• Senators vs. Canucks (9:00PM ET, Monday)
• Sharks vs. Sabres (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Flames vs. Rangers (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Kings vs. Bruins (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Maple Leafs vs. Canadiens (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Penguins vs. Hurricanes (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Red Wings vs. Panthers (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Blue Jackets vs. Lightning (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Islanders vs. Blues (7:30PM ET, Tuesday)
• Golden Knights vs. Stars (8:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Mammoth vs. Wild (8:00PM ET, Tuesday)

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Conclusion

Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for March 9, 2026, featuring plays such as Canucks +1.5 and Blackhawks +1.5. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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