NHL expert picks today: Saturday's best bets include Blues vs. Avalanche play [10/3/2026]

Today’s NHL expert picks for October 3, 2026 are here, with Blues vs. Avalanche among the top plays identified by our model across Saturday’s NHL slate.

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List of NHL expert picks tonight [10/3, updated 8:35PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s NHL best bets, ranked by edge for Saturday, October 3, 2026.

Blues +1.5 (+100)

• Edge: 5.3%
• Probability: 55.3%
• Matchup: Blues vs. Avalanche (9:00PM ET)

Our model has identified value on Blues +1.5 at +100 odds. A 55.3% probability produces an edge of 5.3%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.

Blues ML (+250)

• Edge: 4.6%
• Probability: 33.2%
• Matchup: Blues vs. Avalanche (9:00PM ET)

Blues ML carries a 4.6% edge and a probability of 33.2% at +250 odds, according to our model.

NHL best bets summary: Saturday, 10/3/2026

As of 8:35PM ET, here are our top NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [10/3/2026]

• Blues vs. Avalanche (9:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Kings vs. Sharks (10:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Flames vs. Canucks (10:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Jets vs. Red Wings (1:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Mammoth vs. Rangers (6:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Flames vs. Kraken (8:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Panthers vs. Ducks (8:00PM ET, Sunday)

Conclusion

Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for October 3, 2026, featuring plays such as Blues +1.5 vs. Avalanche and Blues 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.