Stanley Cup playoffs picks today: Tuesday's NHL best bets include Sabres vs. Canadiens play [5/12/2026]

Sabres ML (+135)

• Edge: 2.7%
• Probability: 45.2%
• Matchup: Sabres vs. Canadiens (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Our model has identified value on Sabres to defeat Canadiens at +135 odds. A 45.2% probability produces an edge of 2.7%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.

Sabres vs. Canadiens under 6.5 goals (-115)

• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 55.6%
• Matchup: Sabres vs. Canadiens (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Sabres vs. Canadiens under 6.5 goals carries a 2.1% edge and a probability of 55.6% at -115 odds, according to our model.

Golden Knights -1.5 (+182)

• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 37.6%
• Matchup: Ducks vs. Golden Knights (9:30PM ET, Tuesday)

Golden Knights -1.5 vs. Ducks at +182 odds shows a 2.1% edge, supported by a 37.6% probability in simulations.

NHL Playoffs best bets summary: Tuesday, 5/12/2026

As of 3:08AM ET, here are our top NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Sabres vs. Canadiens	Sabres ML	+135 @ polymarket	2.7%	45.2%
Sabres vs. Canadiens	Under 6.5 Goals	-115 @ polymarket	2.1%	55.6%
Ducks vs. Golden Knights	Golden Knights -1.5	+182 @ polymarket	2.1%	37.6%

List of upcoming NHL playoffs games to bet on [5/12/2026]

• Sabres vs. Canadiens (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Ducks vs. Golden Knights (9:30PM ET, Tuesday)

Conclusion

Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for May 12, 2026, featuring plays such as Sabres ML and under 6.5 goals also in the Sabres vs. Canadiens matchup. 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.