NHL expert picks today: Tuesday's best bets include Kraken vs. Red Wings play [11/18/2025]

Today’s NHL expert picks for November 18, 2025 are here, with Kraken vs. Red Wings among the top plays identified by our model across Tuesday’s NHL slate.

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List of NHL expert picks tonight [11/18, updated 6:34PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s best hockey bets, ranked by edge for Tuesday, November 18, 2025.

Kraken +1.5 (-165)

• Edge: 3.3%
• Probability: 65.5%
• Matchup: Kraken vs. Red Wings (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Our model has identified value on Kraken +1.5 at -165 odds. A 65.5% probability produces an edge of 3.3%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.

Kraken ML (+146)

• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 42.8%
• Matchup: Kraken vs. Red Wings (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Kraken ML carries a 2.1% edge and a probability of 42.8% at +146 odds, according to our model.

NHL best bets summary: Tuesday, 11/18/2025

As of 6:34PM ET, here are our top NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Kraken vs. Red Wings	Kraken +1.5	-165 @ BetMGM	3.3%	65.5%
Kraken vs. Red Wings	Kraken ML	+146 @ FanDuel	2.1%	42.8%

List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [11/18/2025]

• Blues vs. Maple Leafs (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Kraken vs. Red Wings (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Devils vs. Lightning (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Blue Jackets vs. Jets (8:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Islanders vs. Stars (8:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Flames vs. Blackhawks (8:30PM ET, Tuesday)
• Rangers vs. Golden Knights (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Mammoth vs. Sharks (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)

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Conclusion

Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for November 18, 2025, featuring plays such as Kraken +1.5 and Kraken ML. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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