NHL expert picks today: Tuesday's best bets include Blue Jackets vs. Stars play [10/21/2025]

Today’s NHL expert picks for October 21, 2025 are here, with Tuesday’s NHL best bets driven by thousands of data simulations analyzing the latest odds and matchups.

These NHL best bets include matchups like the Blue Jackets vs. Stars game at 8:00PM ET, with this article updated throughout the day to feature the highest-probability plays based on thousands of data-driven simulations from our predictive analytics model.

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List of NHL expert picks tonight [10/21, updated 7:31PM ET]

After crunching the numbers and conducting thousands of simulations, our independent predictive analytics model has identified the best hockey bet for Tuesday, October 21, 2025.

Blue Jackets ML (+164)

• Probability: 40%
• Edge: 2.1%
• Matchup: Blue Jackets vs. Stars (8:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Our model has pinpointed a high-probability NHL betting opportunity tonight, which comes in the Blue Jackets vs. Stars game. We recommend a bet on the Blue Jackets ML at +164 odds, with our analysis showing a 40% chance of hitting and a compelling edge of 2.1%.

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List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [10/21/2025]

• Kings vs. Blues (8:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Ducks vs. Predators (8:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Blue Jackets vs. Stars (8:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Avalanche vs. Mammoth (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Wild vs. Devils (7:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Red Wings vs. Sabres (7:30PM ET, Wednesday)

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Conclusion

Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for October 21, 2025, featuring plays such as Blue Jackets ML. 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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Kraken +1.5 (-112)

• Edge: 6.1%
• Probability: 58.9%
• Matchup: Kraken vs. Capitals (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Our model has identified value on Kraken +1.5 at -112 odds. A 58.9% probability produces a 6.1% edge, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.

Kraken ML (+220)

• Edge: 5.6%
• Probability: 36.8%
• Matchup: Kraken vs. Capitals (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Over 0 goals in Kraken vs. Capitals carries a 5.6% edge and a 36.8% probability at +220 odds, according to our model.

NHL best bets summary: Tuesday, 10/21/2025

As of 2:33AM ET, here are our top two NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Kraken vs. Capitals	Kraken +1.5	-112 @ FanDuel	6.1%	58.9%
Kraken vs. Capitals	Kraken ML	+220 @ FanDuel	5.6%	36.8%

List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [10/21/2025]

• Sharks vs. Islanders (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Devils vs. Maple Leafs (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Kraken vs. Capitals (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Canucks vs. Penguins (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Oilers vs. Senators (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Panthers vs. Bruins (7:30PM ET, Tuesday)
• Kings vs. Blues (8:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Ducks vs. Predators (8:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Blue Jackets vs. Stars (8:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Avalanche vs. Mammoth (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Conclusion

Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for October 21, 2025, featuring plays such as Kraken +1.5 and Kraken ML. 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 rooted in 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.

Note: Clicking links to our sportsbook partners may earn us a referral fee. Learn about how we review products and services.