NHL expert picks today: Friday's best bets include Maple Leafs vs. Senators play [3/20/2026]

Today’s NHL expert picks for March 20, 2026 are here, with Maple Leafs vs. Senators among the top plays identified by our model across Friday’s NHL play.

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List of NHL expert picks tonight [3/20, updated 8:38PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s best hockey bets, ranked by edge for Friday, March 20, 2026.

Maple Leafs +1.5 (+104)

• Edge: 7.3%
• Probability: 56.3%
• Matchup: Maple Leafs vs. Senators (7:00PM ET, Saturday)

Our model has identified value on Maple Leafs +1.5 at +104 odds. A 56.3% probability produces an edge of 7.3%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.

Maple Leafs ML (+235)

• Edge: 5.6%
• Probability: 35.4%
• Matchup: Maple Leafs vs. Senators (7:00PM ET, Saturday)

Maple Leafs ML carries a 5.6% edge and a probability of 35.4% at +235 odds, according to our model.

Ducks vs. Mammoth over 6.5 goals (+105)

• Edge: 3.1%
• Probability: 51.9%
• Matchup: Ducks vs. Mammoth (10:00PM ET, Friday)

Ducks vs. Mammoth over 6.5 goals at +105 odds shows a 3.1% edge, supported by a 51.9% probability in simulations.

NHL best bets summary: Friday, 3/20/2026

As of 8:38PM ET, here are our top NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [3/20/2026]

• Panthers vs. Flames (9:00PM ET, Friday)
• Ducks vs. Mammoth (10:00PM ET, Friday)
• Jets vs. Penguins (1:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Golden Knights vs. Predators (2:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Sabres vs. Kings (4:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Stars vs. Wild (4:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Flyers vs. Sharks (4:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Kraken vs. Blue Jackets (5:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Blues vs. Canucks (7:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Islanders vs. Canadiens (7:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Maple Leafs vs. Senators (7:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Bruins vs. Red Wings (8:00PM ET, Saturday)

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Conclusion

Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for March 20, 2026, featuring plays such as Maple Leafs +1.5 and Maple Leafs ML. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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