NHL expert picks today: Thursday's best bets include Flyers vs. Devils play [10/1/2026]
Get NHL expert picks and best bets for Thursday, October 1, 2026.

Today’s NHL expert picks for October 1, 2026 are here, with Flyers vs. Devils among the top plays identified by our model across Thursday’s NHL action.
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List of NHL expert picks tonight [10/1, updated 4:34AM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s NHL best bets, ranked by edge for Thursday, October 1, 2026.
Flyers +1.5 (-170)
- Edge: 3.2%
- Probability: 66.2%
- Matchup: Flyers vs. Devils (7:00PM ET)
Our model has identified value on Flyers +1.5 at -170 odds. A 66.2% probability produces an edge of 3.2%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.
Flyers ML (+142)
- Edge: 2.4%
- Probability: 43.7%
- Matchup: Flyers vs. Devils (7:00PM ET)
Flyers ML carries a 2.4% edge and a probability of 43.7% at +142 odds, according to our model.
NHL best bets summary: Thursday, 10/1/2026
As of 4:34AM ET, here are our top NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Prob. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flyers vs. Devils | Flyers +1.5 | -170 @ BetMGM | 3.2% | 66.2% |
| Flyers vs. Devils | Flyers ML | +142 @ FanDuel | 2.4% | 43.7% |
List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [10/1/2026]
- Flyers vs. Devils (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
- Sabres vs. Blue Jackets (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
- Lightning vs. Rangers (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
- Wild vs. Predators (8:00PM ET, Thursday)
- Kraken vs. Flames (9:00PM ET, Thursday)
- Blackhawks vs. Mammoth (9:30PM ET, Thursday)
- Panthers vs. Sharks (10:00PM ET, Thursday)
- Oilers vs. Canucks (10:00PM ET, Thursday)
Conclusion
Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for October 1, 2026, featuring plays such as Flyers +1.5 vs. Devils and Flyers ML. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.
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All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.



