NHL expert picks today: Wednesday's best bets include Lightning vs. Hurricanes play [2/25/2026]

Lightning +1.5 (-168)

• Edge: 5.1%
• Probability: 67.7%
• Matchup: Lightning vs. Hurricanes (7:00PM ET, Thursday)

Our model has identified value on Lightning +1.5 at -168 odds. A 67.7% probability produces an edge of 5.1%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.

Oilers vs. Ducks under 6.5 goals (+126)

• Edge: 5.0%
• Probability: 49.2%
• Matchup: Oilers vs. Ducks (10:30PM ET, Wednesday)

Oilers vs. Ducks under 6.5 goals carries a 5.0% edge and a probability of 49.2% at +126 odds, according to our model.

Lightning ML (+138)

• Edge: 4.5%
• Probability: 46.5%
• Matchup: Lightning vs. Hurricanes (7:00PM ET, Thursday)

Lightning ML at +138 odds shows a 4.5% edge, supported by a 46.5% probability in simulations.

Kraken vs. Stars over 5.5 goals (+106)

• Edge: 3.3%
• Probability: 51.8%
• Matchup: Kraken vs. Stars (8:00PM ET, Wednesday)

A 3.3% edge and 51.8% probability make Kraken vs. Stars over 5.5 goals at a value play in the Kraken vs. Stars matchup, per our model.

Golden Knights ML (+142)

• Edge: 2.7%
• Probability: 44.1%
• Matchup: Golden Knights vs. Kings (10:00PM ET, Wednesday)

Golden Knights ML at +142 odds presents a 2.7% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 44.1%.

NHL best bets summary: Wednesday, 2/25/2026

As of 7:38PM ET, here are our top NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Lightning vs. Hurricanes	Lightning +1.5	-168 @ FanDuel	5.1%	67.7%
Oilers vs. Ducks	Under 6.5 Goals	+126 @ FanDuel	5.0%	49.2%
Lightning vs. Hurricanes	Lightning ML	+138 @ FanDuel	4.5%	46.5%
Kraken vs. Stars	Over 5.5 Goals	+106 @ FanDuel	3.3%	51.8%
Golden Knights vs. Kings	Golden Knights ML	+142 @ DraftKings	2.7%	44.1%

List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [2/25/2026]

• Kraken vs. Stars (8:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Avalanche vs. Mammoth (9:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Jets vs. Canucks (10:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Golden Knights vs. Kings (10:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Oilers vs. Ducks (10:30PM ET, Wednesday)
• Blue Jackets vs. Bruins (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Lightning vs. Hurricanes (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Maple Leafs vs. Panthers (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Red Wings vs. Senators (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Islanders vs. Canadiens (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Devils vs. Penguins (7:00PM ET, Thursday)

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Conclusion

Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for February 25, 2026, featuring plays such as Lightning +1.5 and under 6.5 goals in the Oilers vs. Ducks matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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