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Best bets today for all sports: Sunday's picks include Lightning vs. Canadiens NHL play [4/26/2026]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get the best bets for Sunday, April 26, 2026.
Today’s best sports bets for April 26, 2026 are here, with Lightning vs. Canadiens in the NHL and Monterrey vs. Santos Laguna in the Liga MX among the top plays identified by our model across Sunday’s play.
Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, searching the latest odds to uncover genuine betting edges. The result? Data-backed picks that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.
List of best bets for today [4/26, updated 8:03AM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s top 10 bets, ranked by edge for Sunday, April 26, 2026.
NHL: Lightning vs. Canadiens over 5.5 goals (+110)
- Edge: 8.2%
- Probability: 55.8%
- NHL matchup: Lightning vs. Canadiens (7:00PM ET, Sunday)
Our model has identified value on over 5.5 goals in Lightning vs. Canadiens at +110 odds. A 55.8% probability produces an edge of 8.2%, making this the strongest play for today's sports action.
Liga MX: Monterrey ML (+110)
- Edge: 7.9%
- Probability: 55.5%
- MLB matchup: Monterrey vs. Santos Laguna (7:00PM ET, Sunday)
Monterrey ML carries a 7.9% edge and a probability of 55.5% at +110 odds, according to our model.
MLB: Padres vs. Diamondbacks over 15.5 runs (-105)
- Edge: 7.4%
- Probability: 58.7%
- MLB Matchup: Padres vs. Diamondbacks (4:05PM ET, Sunday)
Padres vs. Diamondbacks over 15.5 runs at -105 odds shows a 7.4% edge, supported by a 58.7% probability in simulations.
Tennis: Naomi Osaka +5.5 (-110)
- Edge: 7.4%
- Probability: 59.8%
- Tennis Matchup: Aryna Sabalenka vs. Naomi Osaka (5:00AM ET, Monday)
A 7.4% edge and 59.8% probability make Naomi Osaka +5.5 vs. Aryna Sabalenka at a value play in the Aryna Sabalenka vs. Naomi Osaka matchup, per our model.
MLB: Angels -1.5 (+168)
- Edge: 5.8%
- Probability: 43.1%
- MLB Matchup: Angels vs. Royals (7:20PM ET, Sunday)
Angels -1.5 at +168 odds presents a 5.8% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 43.1%.
MLB: Athletics vs. Rangers over 8.5 runs (-108)
- Edge: 5.2%
- Probability: 57.1%
- MLB Matchup: Athletics vs. Rangers (2:35PM ET, Sunday)
Our model finds value on over 8.5 runs in Athletics vs. Rangers at -108 odds, supported by an edge of 5.2%.
La Liga: Elche vs. Real Oviedo under 2.5 goals (-105)
- Edge: 3.7%
- Probability: 54.9%
- La Liga Matchup: Elche vs. Real Oviedo (10:15AM ET, Sunday)
Our model has uncovered value on Elche vs. Real Oviedo under 2.5 goals at -105 odds. A 54.9% probability produces a 3.7% edge, making this a strong play for today's La Liga action.
Tennis: Alexander Zverev vs. Terence Atmane under 21.5 total games (-115)
- Edge: 3.5%
- Probability: 57%
- Tennis Matchup: Terence Atmane vs. Alexander Zverev (5:00AM ET, Monday)
A 3.5% edge on a 57% probability makes under 21.5 total games at -115 odds a solid value play in this ATP Madrid Open matchup.
Tennis: Alexander Zverev -4.5 (+110)
- Edge: 3.3%
- Probability: 50.9%
- Tennis Matchup: Terence Atmane vs. Alexander Zverev (5:00AM ET, Monday)
Our model projects value on Alexander Zverev -4.5 at +110 odds. A 50.9% probability produces a 3.3% edge, making Alexander Zverev the favorable side in Saturday’s ATP Madrid Open tennis matchup.
MLB: Braves -1.5 (+130)
- Edge: 3.0%
- Probability: 46.5%
- MLB Matchup: Phillies vs. Braves (1:35PM ET, Sunday)
Rounding out our top 10 bets, Braves -1.5 at +130 odds shows a 46.5% probability and a 3.0% edge.
Best sports bets today summary: Sunday, 4/26/2026
As of 8:03AM ET, here are our top bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lightning vs. Canadiens (NHL) | Over 5.5 Goals | +110 @ DraftKings | 8.2% | 55.8% |
| Monterrey vs. Santos Laguna (Liga MX) | Monterrey ML | +110 @ DraftKings | 7.9% | 55.5% |
| Padres vs. Diamondbacks (MLB) | Over 15.5 Runs | -105 @ DraftKings | 7.4% | 58.7% |
| Sabalenka vs. Osaka (Tennis) | Naomi Osaka +5.5 Games | -110 @ FanDuel | 7.4% | 59.8% |
| Angels vs. Royals (MLB) | Angels -1.5 | +168 @ FanDuel | 5.8% | 43.1% |
| Athletics vs. Rangers (MLB) | Over 8.5 Runs | -108 @ DraftKings | 5.2% | 57.1% |
| Elche vs. Real Oviedo (La Liga) | Under 2.5 Goals | -105 @ DraftKings | 3.7% | 54.9% |
| Atmane vs. Zverev (Tennis) | Under 21.5 Total Games | -115 @ DraftKings | 3.5% | 57% |
| Atmane vs. Zverev (Tennis) | Alexander Zverev -4.5 | +110 @ FanDuel | 3.3% | 50.9% |
| Phillies vs. Braves (MLB) | Braves -1.5 | +130 @ BetMGM | 3.0% | 46.5% |
List of upcoming matchups to bet on now [4/26/2026]
- Tennis: Marta Kostyuk vs. Jessica Pegula (8:25AM ET, Sunday)
- Tennis: Emilio Nava vs. Arthur Fils (9:10AM ET, Sunday)
- La Liga: Elche vs. Real Oviedo (10:15AM ET, Sunday)
- Tennis: Thiago Tirante vs. Cameron Norrie (11:30AM ET, Sunday)
- La Liga: Sevilla vs. Osasuna (12:30PM ET, Sunday)
- NBA: Cavaliers vs. Raptors (1:00PM ET, Sunday)
- Tennis: Arthur Rinderknech vs. Vit Kopriva (1:00PM ET, Sunday)
- MLB: Red Sox vs. Orioles (1:35PM ET, Sunday)
- MLB: Phillies vs. Braves (1:35PM ET, Sunday)
- MLB: Guardians vs. Blue Jays (1:37PM ET, Sunday)
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Conclusion
Our best bets are locked and loaded for April 26, 2026, featuring plays such as over 5.5 goals in the Lightning vs. Canadiens matchup and Monterrey ML. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.
Our predictions are sourced from current data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice, head to our Responsible Gambling hub.
All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.
Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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