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NHL expert picks today: Sunday's best bets highlight Maple Leafs vs. Stars play [12/21/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get NHL expert picks and best bets for Sunday, December 21, 2025.
Today’s NHL expert picks for December 21, 2025 are here, with Maple Leafs vs. Stars among the top plays identified by our model across Sunday’s NHL action.
Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, searching the latest hockey odds to unearth legitimate betting edges. The result? Data-backed plays that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.
List of NHL expert picks tonight [12/21, updated 4:31AM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s best hockey bets, ranked by edge for Sunday, December 21, 2025.
Maple Leafs +1.5 (-140)
- Edge: 2.3%
- Probability: 60.6%
- Matchup: Maple Leafs vs. Stars (7:00PM ET, Sunday)
Our model has identified value on Maple Leafs +1.5 at -140 odds. A 60.6% probability produces an edge of 2.3%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.
NHL best bets summary: Sunday, 12/21/2025
As of 4:31AM ET, here is our top NHL bet by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Leafs vs. Stars | Maple Leafs +1.5 | -140 @ BetMGM | 2.3% | 60.6% |
List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [12/21/2025]
- Capitals vs. Red Wings (1:00PM ET, Sunday)
- Avalanche vs. Wild (6:00PM ET, Sunday)
- Senators vs. Bruins (7:00PM ET, Sunday)
- Sabres vs. Devils (7:00PM ET, Sunday)
- Rangers vs. Predators (7:00PM ET, Sunday)
- Canadiens vs. Penguins (7:00PM ET, Sunday)
- Maple Leafs vs. Stars (7:00PM ET, Sunday)
- Jets vs. Mammoth (7:00PM ET, Sunday)
- Golden Knights vs. Oilers (8:00PM ET, Sunday)
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Conclusion
Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for December 21, 2025, featuring plays such as Maple Leafs +1.5. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.
This article, enhanced by AI and automation, aims to deliver accurate NHL insights quickly, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from current data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.
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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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