NHL expert picks today: Tuesday's best bets include Maple Leafs vs. Mammoth play [1/13/2026]

Today’s NHL expert picks for January 13, 2026 are here, with Maple Leafs vs. Mammoth and Kraken vs. Devils among the top plays identified by our model across Tuesday’s NHL action.

Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, going over the latest hockey odds to uncover legitimate betting edges. The result? Data-backed plays that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.

List of NHL expert picks tonight [1/13, updated 9:35PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s best hockey bets, ranked by edge for Tuesday, January 13, 2026.

Maple Leafs ML (+136)

• Edge: 2.2%
• Probability: 44.6%
• Matchup: Maple Leafs vs. Mammoth (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Our model has identified value on Maple Leafs to defeat Mammoth at +136 odds. A 44.6% probability produces an edge of 2.2%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.

Kraken ML (+136)

• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 44.4%
• Matchup: Kraken vs. Devils (7:00PM ET, Wednesday)

Kraken ML carries a 2.1% edge and a probability of 44.4% at +136 odds, according to our model.

Maple Leafs +1.5 (-180)

• Edge: 2.0%
• Probability: 66.3%
• Matchup: Maple Leafs vs. Mammoth (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Maple Leafs +1.5 vs. Mammoth at -180 odds shows a 2.0% edge, supported by a 66.3% probability in simulations.

NHL best bets summary: Tuesday, 1/13/2026

As of 9:35PM ET, here are our top NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Maple Leafs vs. Mammoth	Maple Leafs ML	+136 @ DraftKings	2.2%	44.6%
Kraken vs. Devils	Kraken ML	+136 @ DraftKings	2.1%	44.4%
Maple Leafs vs. Mammoth	Maple Leafs +1.5	-180 @ BetMGM	2.0%	66.3%

List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [1/13/2026]

• Stars vs. Ducks (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Maple Leafs vs. Mammoth (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Kraken vs. Devils (7:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Senators vs. Rangers (7:30PM ET, Wednesday)
• Flyers vs. Sabres (7:30PM ET, Wednesday)

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Conclusion

Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for January 13, 2026, featuring plays such as Maple Leafs ML and Kraken ML. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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