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NHL expert picks today: Monday's best bets include Kraken vs. Ducks play [12/22/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get NHL expert picks and best bets for Monday, December 22, 2025.
Today’s NHL expert picks for December 22, 2025 are here, with Kraken vs. Ducks among the top plays identified by our model across Monday’s NHL slate.
Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, searching the latest hockey odds to unearth real betting edges. The result? Data-backed plays that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.
List of NHL expert picks tonight [12/22, updated 2:32AM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s best hockey bets, ranked by edge for Monday, December 22, 2025.
Kraken vs. Ducks under 6.5 goals (-104)
- Edge: 3.4%
- Probability: 54.4%
- Matchup: Kraken vs. Ducks (10:00PM ET, Monday)
Our model has identified value on under 6.5 goals in Kraken vs. Ducks at -104 odds. A 54.4% probability produces an edge of 3.4%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.
Kraken ML (+160)
- Edge: 2.6%
- Probability: 41.1%
- Matchup: Kraken vs. Ducks (10:00PM ET, Monday)
Kraken ML carries a 2.6% edge and a probability of 41.1% at +160 odds, according to our model.
Blues ML (+195)
- Edge: 2.0%
- Probability: 35.9%
- Matchup: Blues vs. Lightning (7:00PM ET, Monday)
Blues ML at +195 odds shows a 2.0% edge, supported by a 35.9% probability in simulations.
NHL best bets summary: Monday, 12/22/2025
As of 2:32AM ET, here are our top NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kraken vs. Ducks | Under 6.5 Goals | -104 @ FanDuel | 3.4% | 54.4% |
| Kraken vs. Ducks | Kraken ML | +160 @ DraftKings | 2.6% | 41.1% |
| Blues vs. Lightning | Blues ML | +195 @ DraftKings | 2.0% | 35.9% |
List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [12/22/2025]
- Blues vs. Lightning (7:00PM ET, Monday)
- Canucks vs. Flyers (7:30PM ET, Monday)
- Kraken vs. Ducks (10:00PM ET, Monday)
- Blue Jackets vs. Kings (10:00PM ET, Monday)
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Conclusion
Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for December 22, 2025, featuring plays such as under 6.5 goals in the Kraken vs. Ducks matchup and Kraken ML. 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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