NHL expert picks today: Saturday's best bets include Maple Leafs vs. Wild play [3/14/2026]

Today’s NHL expert picks for March 14, 2026 are here, with Maple Leafs vs. Wild among the top plays identified by our model across Saturday’s NHL action.

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List of NHL expert picks today [3/14, updated 9:47PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s best hockey bets, ranked by edge for Saturday, March 14, 2026.

Maple Leafs +1.5 (-108)

• Edge: 6.9%
• Probability: 58.8%
• Matchup: Maple Leafs vs. Wild (7:30PM ET, Sunday)

Our model has identified value on Maple Leafs +1.5 at -108 odds. A 58.8% probability produces an edge of 6.9%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.

Maple Leafs ML (+225)

• Edge: 5.8%
• Probability: 36.5%
• Matchup: Maple Leafs vs. Wild (7:30PM ET, Sunday)

Maple Leafs ML carries a 5.8% edge and a probability of 36.5% at +225 odds, according to our model.

Sharks vs. Senators over 6.5 goals (+104)

• Edge: 2.5%
• Probability: 51.5%
• Matchup: Sharks vs. Senators (5:00PM ET, Sunday)

Sharks vs. Senators over 6.5 goals at +104 odds shows a 2.5% edge, supported by a 51.5% probability in simulations.

NHL best bets summary: Saturday, 3/14/2026

As of 9:47PM ET, here are our top NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Maple Leafs vs. Wild	Maple Leafs +1.5	-108 @ FanDuel	6.9%	58.8%
Maple Leafs vs. Wild	Maple Leafs ML	+225 @ FanDuel	5.8%	36.5%
Sharks vs. Senators	Over 6.5 Goals	+104 @ FanDuel	2.5%	51.5%

List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [3/14/2026]

• Blackhawks vs. Golden Knights (10:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Kraken vs. Canucks (10:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Blues vs. Jets (3:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Sharks vs. Senators (5:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Ducks vs. Canadiens (7:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Maple Leafs vs. Wild (7:30PM ET, Sunday)
• Predators vs. Oilers (8:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Panthers vs. Kraken (8:00PM ET, Sunday)

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Conclusion

Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for March 14, 2026, featuring plays such as Maple Leafs +1.5 and Maple Leafs ML. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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