NHL expert picks today: Sunday's best bets include Golden Knights vs. Blackhawks play [1/4/2026]

Today’s NHL expert picks for January 4, 2026 are here, with Golden Knights vs. Blackhawks among the top plays identified by our model across Sunday’s NHL schedule.

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List of NHL expert picks tonight [1/4, updated 6:31PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s best hockey bets, ranked by edge for Sunday, January 4, 2026.

Blackhawks +1.5 (-110)

• Edge: 5.3%
• Probability: 57.7%
• Matchup: Golden Knights vs. Blackhawks (7:00PM ET, Sunday)

Our model has identified value on Blackhawks +1.5 at -110 odds. A 57.7% probability produces an edge of 5.3%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.

Blackhawks ML (+220)

• Edge: 4.2%
• Probability: 35.5%
• Matchup: Golden Knights vs. Blackhawks (7:00PM ET, Sunday)

Blackhawks ML carries a 4.2% edge and a probability of 35.5% at +220 odds, according to our model.

Hurricanes vs. Devils over 6 goals (+100)

• Edge: 2.8%
• Probability: 52.8%
• Matchup: Hurricanes vs. Devils (7:00PM ET, Sunday)

Hurricanes vs. Devils over 6 goals at +100 odds shows a 2.8% edge, supported by a 52.8% probability in simulations.

NHL best bets summary: Sunday, 1/4/2026

As of 6:31PM ET, here are our top NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Golden Knights vs. Blackhawks	Blackhawks +1.5	-110 @ BetMGM	5.3%	57.7%
Golden Knights vs. Blackhawks	Blackhawks ML	+220 @ BetMGM	4.2%	35.5%
Hurricanes vs. Devils	Over 6 Goals	+100 @ BetMGM	2.8%	52.8%

List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [1/4/2026]

• Hurricanes vs. Devils (7:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Golden Knights vs. Blackhawks (7:00PM ET, Sunday)

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Conclusion

Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for January 4, 2026, featuring plays such as Blackhawks +1.5 and Blackhawks ML. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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