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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get NHL expert picks and best bets for Sunday, April 5, 2026.
Today’s NHL expert picks for Easter Sunday are here, with Bruins vs. Flyers and Devils vs. Canadiens among the top plays identified by our model across Sunday’s NHL slate.
Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, going over the latest hockey odds to unearth genuine betting edges. The result? Data-backed picks that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.
List of NHL expert picks today [4/5, updated 3:02PM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s best hockey bets, ranked by edge for Sunday, April 5, 2026.
Bruins ML (+130)
- Edge: 3.0%
- Probability: 46.4%
- Matchup: Bruins vs. Flyers (3:30PM ET, Sunday)
Our model has identified value on Bruins to defeat Flyers at +130 odds. A 46.4% probability produces an edge of 3.0%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.
Devils vs. Canadiens under 6.5 goals (-105)
- Edge: 2.0%
- Probability: 53.3%
- Matchup: Devils vs. Canadiens (7:00PM ET, Sunday)
Devils vs. Canadiens under 6.5 goals carries a 2.0% edge and a probability of 53.3% at -105 odds, according to our model.
NHL best bets summary: Sunday, 4/5/2026
As of 3:02PM ET, here are our top NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruins vs. Flyers | Bruins ML | +130 @ DraftKings | 3.0% | 46.4% |
| Devils vs. Canadiens | Under 6.5 Goals | -105 @ BetMGM | 2.0% | 53.3% |
List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [4/5/2026]
- Bruins vs. Flyers (3:30PM ET, Sunday)
- Hurricanes vs. Senators (5:00PM ET, Sunday)
- Devils vs. Canadiens (7:00PM ET, Sunday)
- Capitals vs. Rangers (7:00PM ET, Sunday)
- Blues vs. Avalanche (9:30PM ET, Sunday)
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Conclusion
Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for April 5, 2026, featuring plays such as Bruins ML and under 6.5 goals in the Devils vs. Canadiens matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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