NHL expert picks today: Sunday's best bets include Blackhawks vs. Ducks play [12/7/2025]

Blackhawks +1.5 (-145)

• Edge: 4.1%
• Probability: 63.3%
• Matchup: Blackhawks vs. Ducks (8:00PM ET, Sunday)

Our model has identified value on Blackhawks +1.5 at -145 odds. A 63.3% probability produces an edge of 4.1%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.

Rangers +1.5 (-170)

• Edge: 3.7%
• Probability: 66.6%
• Matchup: Golden Knights vs. Rangers (7:00PM ET, Sunday)

Rangers +1.5 carries a 3.7% edge and a probability of 66.6% at -170 odds, according to our model.

Rangers ML (+146)

• Edge: 3.5%
• Probability: 44.1%
• Matchup: Golden Knights vs. Rangers (7:00PM ET, Sunday)

Rangers ML at +146 odds shows a 3.5% edge, supported by a 44.1% probability in simulations.

Blackhawks vs. Ducks under 6.5 goals (+100)

• Edge: 3.3%
• Probability: 53.3%
• Matchup: Blackhawks vs. Ducks (8:00PM ET, Sunday)

A 3.3% edge and 53.3% probability make Blackhawks vs. Ducks under 6.5 goals at a value play in the Blackhawks vs. Ducks matchup, per our model.

Blackhawks ML (+165)

• Edge: 3.3%
• Probability: 41%
• Matchup: Blackhawks vs. Ducks (8:00PM ET, Sunday)

Blackhawks ML at +165 odds presents a 3.3% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 41%.

Islanders vs. Panthers under 6 goals (+105)

• Edge: 2.9%
• Probability: 51.7%
• Matchup: Islanders vs. Panthers (5:00PM ET, Sunday)

Our model finds value on under 6 goals in Islanders vs. Panthers at +105 odds, supported by an edge of 2.9%.

Sharks +1.5 (+106)

• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 50.7%
• Matchup: Sharks vs. Hurricanes (5:00PM ET, Sunday) Our model has uncovered value on Sharks +1.5 at +106 odds. A 50.7% probability produces a 2.1% edge, making this a strong play for today's NHL action.

NHL best bets summary: Sunday, 12/7/2025

As of 8:02AM ET, here are our top NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Blackhawks vs. Ducks	Blackhawks +1.5	-145 @ BetMGM	4.1%	63.3%
Golden Knights vs. Rangers	Rangers +1.5	-170 @ BetMGM	3.7%	66.6%
Golden Knights vs. Rangers	Rangers ML	+146 @ FanDuel	3.5%	44.1%
Blackhawks vs. Ducks	Under 6.5 Goals	+100 @ BetMGM	3.3%	53.3%
Blackhawks vs. Ducks	Blackhawks ML	+165 @ BetMGM	3.3%	41%
Islanders vs. Panthers	Under 6 Goals	+105 @ BetMGM	2.9%	51.7%
Sharks vs. Hurricanes	Sharks +1.5	+106 @ FanDuel	2.1%	50.7%

List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [12/7/2025]

• Avalanche vs. Flyers (1:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Sharks vs. Hurricanes (5:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Islanders vs. Panthers (5:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Penguins vs. Stars (6:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Blue Jackets vs. Capitals (7:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Golden Knights vs. Rangers (7:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Blues vs. Canadiens (7:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Blackhawks vs. Ducks (8:00PM ET, Sunday)

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Conclusion

Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for December 7, 2025, featuring plays such as Blackhawks +1.5 and Rangers +1.5. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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