NHL expert picks today: Tuesday's best bets include Avalanche vs. Kraken play [12/16/2025]

Kraken +1.5 (-105)

• Edge: 4.1%
• Probability: 55.4%
• Matchup: Avalanche vs. Kraken (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Our model has identified value on Kraken +1.5 at -105 odds. A 55.4% probability produces an edge of 4.1%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.

Kraken ML (+230)

• Edge: 3.1%
• Probability: 33.4%
• Matchup: Avalanche vs. Kraken (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Kraken ML carries a 3.1% edge and a probability of 33.4% at +230 odds, according to our model.

Ducks vs. Blue Jackets over 6.5 goals (+100)

• Edge: 2.6%
• Probability: 52.6%
• Matchup: Ducks vs. Blue Jackets (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Ducks vs. Blue Jackets over 6.5 goals at +100 odds shows a 2.6% edge, supported by a 52.6% probability in simulations.

NHL best bets summary: Tuesday, 12/16/2025

As of 7:36AM ET, here are our top NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Avalanche vs. Kraken	Kraken +1.5	-105 @ BetMGM	4.1%	55.4%
Avalanche vs. Kraken	Kraken ML	+230 @ BetMGM	3.1%	33.4%
Ducks vs. Blue Jackets	Over 6.5 Goals	+100 @ FanDuel	2.6%	52.6%

List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [12/16/2025]

• Canucks vs. Rangers (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Islanders vs. Red Wings (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Flyers vs. Canadiens (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Ducks vs. Blue Jackets (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Mammoth vs. Bruins (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Blackhawks vs. Maple Leafs (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Oilers vs. Penguins (7:30PM ET, Tuesday)
• Capitals vs. Wild (8:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Avalanche vs. Kraken (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Flames vs. Sharks (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Conclusion

Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for December 16, 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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