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Best bets today for all sports: Thursday's picks include Kraken vs. Avalanche NHL play [4/16/2026]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get the best bets for Thursday, April 16, 2026.
Today’s best sports bets for April 16, 2026 are here, with Kraken vs. Avalanche in the NHL and Panthers vs. Dolphins in the NRL among the top plays identified by our model across Thursday’s action.
Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, going over the latest odds to find genuine betting edges. The result? Data-backed picks that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.
List of best bets for today [4/16, updated 8:33AM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s top 10 bets, ranked by edge for Thursday, April 16, 2026.
NHL: Kraken vs. Avalanche under 6.5 goals (+114)
- Edge: 7.4%
- Probability: 54.1%
- NHL matchup: Kraken vs. Avalanche (10:00PM ET, Thursday)
Our model has identified value on under 6.5 goals in Kraken vs. Avalanche at +114 odds. A 54.1% probability produces an edge of 7.4%, making this the strongest play for today's sports action.
NRL: Panthers vs. Dolphins under 52.5 points (-110)
- Edge: 4.8%
- Probability: 57.2%
- MLB matchup: Panthers vs. Dolphins (6:00AM ET, Friday)
Panthers vs. Dolphins under 52.5 points carries a 4.8% edge and a probability of 57.2% at -110 odds, according to our model.
MLB: Orioles vs. Guardians over 8 runs (-106)
- Edge: 4.8%
- Probability: 56.2%
- MLB Matchup: Orioles vs. Guardians (6:10PM ET, Thursday)
Orioles vs. Guardians over 8 runs at -106 odds shows a 4.8% edge, supported by a 56.2% probability in simulations.
Tennis: Cameron Norrie ML (+210)
- Edge: 4.2%
- Probability: 36.5%
- Tennis Matchup: Cameron Norrie vs. Rafael Jodar (5:00AM ET, Friday)
A 4.2% edge and 36.5% probability make Cameron Norrie at the moneyline at a value play in the Cameron Norrie vs. Rafael Jodar matchup, per our model.
NHL: Sharks vs. Jets under 6.5 goals (+102)
- Edge: 4.1%
- Probability: 53.6%
- NHL Matchup: Sharks vs. Jets (8:00PM ET, Thursday)
Sharks vs. Jets under 6.5 goals at +102 odds presents a 4.1% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 53.6%.
NRL: Storm -2.5 (-105)
- Edge: 3.8%
- Probability: 55.1%
- NRL Matchup: Storm vs. Raiders (4:00AM ET, Friday)
Our model finds value on Storm -2.5 at -105 odds, supported by an edge of 3.8%.
MLB: Rangers vs. Athletics over 8.5 runs (-101)
- Edge: 3.4%
- Probability: 53.6%
- MLB Matchup: Rangers vs. Athletics (3:05PM ET, Thursday)
Our model has uncovered value on Rangers vs. Athletics over 8.5 runs at -101 odds. A 53.6% probability produces a 3.4% edge, making this a strong play for today's MLB action.
NHL: Ducks vs. Predators under 6.5 goals (-102)
- Edge: 3.2%
- Probability: 53.7%
- NHL Matchup: Ducks vs. Predators (8:00PM ET, Thursday)
A 3.2% edge on a 53.7% probability makes under 6.5 goals at -102 odds a solid value play in today's Ducks vs. Predators matchup.
NRL: Storm vs. Raiders under 48.5 points (-110)
- Edge: 2.8%
- Probability: 55.2%
- NRL Matchup: Storm vs. Raiders (4:00AM ET, Friday)
Our model projects value on under 48.5 points at -110 odds. A 55.2% probability produces a 2.8% edge, making the under the favorable side in Saturday’s NRL matchup.
MLB: Blue Jays vs. Brewers over 8.5 runs (-105)
- Edge: 2.8%
- Probability: 54%
- MLB Matchup: Blue Jays vs. Brewers (1:40PM ET, Thursday)
Rounding out our top 10 bets, Blue Jays vs. Brewers over 8.5 runs at -105 odds shows a 54% probability and a 2.8% edge.
Best sports bets today summary: Thursday, 4/16/2026
As of 8:33AM ET, here are our top bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kraken vs. Avalanche (NHL) | Under 6.5 Goals | +114 @ DraftKings | 7.4% | 54.1% |
| Panthers vs. Dolphins (NRL) | Under 52.5 Points | -110 @ DraftKings | 4.8% | 57.2% |
| Orioles vs. Guardians (MLB) | Over 8 Runs | -106 @ FanDuel | 4.8% | 56.2% |
| Norrie vs. Jodar (Tennis) | Cameron Norrie ML | +210 @ BetMGM | 4.2% | 36.5% |
| Sharks vs. Jets (NHL) | Under 6.5 Goals | +102 @ DraftKings | 4.1% | 53.6% |
| Storm vs. Raiders (NRL) | Storm -2.5 | -105 @ DraftKings | 3.8% | 55.1% |
| Rangers vs. Athletics (MLB) | Over 8.5 Runs | -101 @ DraftKings | 3.4% | 53.6% |
| Ducks vs. Predators (NHL) | Under 6.5 Goals | -102 @ DraftKings | 3.2% | 53.7% |
| Storm vs. Raiders (NRL) | Under 48.5 Points | -110 @ DraftKings | 2.8% | 55.2% |
| Blue Jays vs. Brewers (MLB) | Over 8.5 Runs | -105 @ FanDuel | 2.8% | 54% |
List of upcoming sports to bet on now [4/16/2026]
- Tennis: Fabian Marozsan vs. Denis Shapovalov (9:10AM ET, Thursday)
- Tennis: Lorenzo Musetti vs. Corentin Moutet (10:00AM ET, Thursday)
- Tennis: Diana Shnaider vs. Elena Rybakina (11:00AM ET, Thursday)
- Tennis: Sorana Cirstea vs. Xinyu Wang (11:30AM ET, Thursday)
- Tennis: Coco Gauff vs. Liudmila Samsonova (12:30PM ET, Thursday)
- MLB: Nationals vs. Pirates (12:35PM ET, Thursday)
- MLB: Giants vs. Reds (12:40PM ET, Thursday)
- MLB: Royals vs. Tigers (1:10PM ET, Thursday)
- Tennis: Brandon Nakashima vs. Arthur Fils (1:30PM ET, Thursday)
- Tennis: Oleksandra Oliynykova vs. Anna Bondar (1:30PM ET, Thursday)
Conclusion
Our best bets are locked and loaded for April 16, 2026, featuring plays such as under 6.5 goals in the Kraken vs. Avalanche matchup and under 52.5 points in the Panthers vs. Dolphins matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.
Our predictions are drawn 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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