NHL expert picks today: Sunday's best bets include Islanders vs. Avalanche play [11/16/2025]

Today’s NHL expert picks for November 16, 2025 are here, with Islanders vs. Avalanche among the top plays identified by our model across Sunday’s NHL slate.

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List of NHL expert picks tonight [11/16, updated 6:32PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s best hockey bets, ranked by edge for Sunday, November 16, 2025.

Islanders +1.5 (-106)

• Edge: 3.3%
• Probability: 54.8%
• Matchup: Islanders vs. Avalanche (9:00PM ET, Sunday)

Our model has identified value on Islanders +1.5 at -106 odds. A 54.8% probability produces an edge of 3.3%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.

Islanders ML (+225)

• Edge: 2.6%
• Probability: 33.3%
• Matchup: Islanders vs. Avalanche (9:00PM ET, Sunday)

Islanders ML carries a 2.6% edge and a probability of 33.3% at +225 odds, according to our model.

NHL best bets summary: Sunday, 11/16/2025

As of 6:32PM ET, here are our top NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Islanders vs. Avalanche	Islanders +1.5	-106 @ FanDuel	3.3%	54.8%
Islanders vs. Avalanche	Islanders ML	+225 @ FanDuel	2.6%	33.3%

List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [11/16/2025]

• Red Wings vs. Rangers (7:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Islanders vs. Avalanche (9:00PM ET, Sunday)

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Conclusion

Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for November 16, 2025, featuring plays such as Islanders +1.5 and Islanders ML. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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