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Stanley Cup playoffs picks today: Sunday's NHL best bets include Kings vs. Avalanche play [4/19/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get NHL expert picks and best bets for Sunday, April 19, 2026.
Today’s NHL expert picks for April 19, 2026 are here, with Kings vs. Avalanche among the top plays identified by our model across Sunday’s NHL playoffs action.
Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, searching the latest hockey odds to uncover legitimate betting edges. The result? Data-backed picks that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.
List of NHL expert picks today [4/19, updated 2:01PM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s best hockey bets, ranked by edge for Sunday, April 19, 2026.
Kings vs. Avalanche over 5.5 goals (+110)
- Edge: 6.0%
- Probability: 53.6%
- Matchup: Kings vs. Avalanche (3:00PM ET, Sunday)
Our model has identified value on over 5.5 goals in Kings vs. Avalanche at +110 odds. A 53.6% probability produces an edge of 6.0%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.
Kings +1.5 (-102)
- Edge: 4.8%
- Probability: 55.3%
- Matchup: Kings vs. Avalanche (3:00PM ET, Sunday)
Kings +1.5 carries a 4.8% edge and a probability of 55.3% at -102 odds, according to our model.
Kings ML (+240)
- Edge: 3.0%
- Probability: 32.4%
- Matchup: Kings vs. Avalanche (3:00PM ET, Sunday)
Kings ML at +240 odds shows a 3.0% edge, supported by a 32.4% probability in simulations.
NHL Playoffs best bets summary: Sunday, 4/19/2026
As of 2:01PM ET, here are our top NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings vs. Avalanche | Over 5.5 Goals | +110 @ DraftKings | 6.0% | 53.6% |
| Kings vs. Avalanche | Kings +1.5 | -102 @ DraftKings | 4.8% | 55.3% |
| Kings vs. Avalanche | Kings ML | +240 @ BetMGM | 3.0% | 32.4% |
List of upcoming NHL playoffs games to bet on [4/19/2026]
- Kings vs. Avalanche (3:00PM ET, Sunday)
- Canadiens vs. Lightning (5:45PM ET, Sunday)
- Bruins vs. Sabres (7:30PM ET, Sunday)
- Mammoth vs. Golden Knights (10:00PM ET, Sunday)
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Conclusion
Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for April 19, 2026, featuring plays such as over 5.5 goals in the Kings vs. Avalanche matchup and Kings +1.5. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.
Our predictions are drawn from current data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice, head to our Responsible Gambling hub.
All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.
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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