NHL expert picks today: Tuesday's best bets include Avalanche vs. Kraken play [12/16/2025]

Today’s NHL expert picks for December 16, 2025 are here, with Avalanche vs. Kraken among the top plays identified by our model across Tuesday’s NHL schedule.

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List of NHL expert picks tonight [12/16, updated 9:32PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s best hockey bets, ranked by edge for Tuesday, December 16, 2025.

Kraken +1.5 (+105)

• Edge: 4.9%
• Probability: 53.7%
• Matchup: Avalanche vs. Kraken (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Our model has identified value on Kraken +1.5 at +105 odds. A 53.7% probability produces an edge of 4.9%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.

Kraken ML (+260)

• Edge: 4.3%
• Probability: 32.1%
• Matchup: Avalanche vs. Kraken (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Kraken ML carries a 4.3% edge and a probability of 32.1% at +260 odds, according to our model.

NHL best bets summary: Tuesday, 12/16/2025

As of 9:32PM ET, here are our top NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Avalanche vs. Kraken	Kraken +1.5	+105 @ BetMGM	4.9%	53.7%
Avalanche vs. Kraken	Kraken ML	+260 @ BetMGM	4.3%	32.1%

List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [12/16/2025]

• Avalanche vs. Kraken (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Flames vs. Sharks (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Kings vs. Panthers (7:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Mammoth vs. Red Wings (7:30PM ET, Wednesday)
• Jets vs. Blues (8:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Hurricanes vs. Predators (8:00PM ET, Wednesday)

Conclusion

Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for December 16, 2025, featuring plays such as Kraken +1.5 and Kraken ML. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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