NHL expert picks today: Monday's best bets include Kraken vs. Ducks play [12/22/2025]

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 schedule.

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List of NHL expert picks tonight [12/22, updated 9:31PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s best hockey bets, ranked by edge for Monday, December 22, 2025.

Kraken +1.5 (-155)

• Edge: 2.8%
• Probability: 63.6%
• Matchup: Kraken vs. Ducks (10:00PM ET, Monday)

Our model has identified value on Kraken +1.5 at -155 odds. A 63.6% probability produces an edge of 2.8%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.

Kraken vs. Ducks under 6.5 goals (-105)

• Edge: 2.6%
• Probability: 53.8%
• Matchup: Kraken vs. Ducks (10:00PM ET, Monday)

Kraken vs. Ducks under 6.5 goals carries a 2.6% edge and a probability of 53.8% at -105 odds, according to our model.

Islanders +1.5 (-210)

• Edge: 2.4%
• Probability: 70.1%
• Matchup: Devils vs. Islanders (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)

A 2.4% edge and 70.1% probability make Islanders +1.5 vs. Devils at a value play in the Devils vs. Islanders matchup, per our model.

NHL best bets summary: Monday, 12/22/2025

As of 9:31PM ET, here are our top NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [12/22/2025]

• Kraken vs. Ducks (10:00PM ET, Monday)
• Blue Jackets vs. Kings (10:00PM ET, Monday)
• Penguins vs. Maple Leafs (4:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Stars vs. Red Wings (6:30PM ET, Tuesday)
• Rangers vs. Capitals (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Canadiens vs. Bruins (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Panthers vs. Hurricanes (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Sabres vs. Senators (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Devils vs. Islanders (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Predators vs. Wild (8:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Mammoth vs. Avalanche (9:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Flames vs. Oilers (9:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Flyers vs. Blackhawks (9:00PM ET, Tuesday)

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Conclusion

Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for December 22, 2025, featuring plays such as Kraken +1.5 and under 6.5 goals also in the Kraken vs. Ducks matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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