NHL expert picks today: Wednesday's best bets include Hurricanes vs. Rangers play [2/4/2026]

Today’s NHL expert picks for February 4, 2026 are here, with Hurricanes vs. Rangers among the top plays identified by our model across Wednesday’s NHL slate.

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List of NHL expert picks tonight [2/4, updated 9:36PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s best hockey bets, ranked by edge for Wednesday, February 4, 2026.

Rangers +1.5 (-124)

• Edge: 4.5%
• Probability: 59.9%
• Matchup: Hurricanes vs. Rangers (7:00PM ET, Thursday)

Our model has identified value on Rangers +1.5 at -124 odds. A 59.9% probability produces an edge of 4.5%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.

Rangers ML (+190)

• Edge: 3.6%
• Probability: 38.1%
• Matchup: Hurricanes vs. Rangers (7:00PM ET, Thursday)

Rangers ML carries a 3.6% edge and a probability of 38.1% at +190 odds, according to our model.

Canucks +1.5 (-102)

• Edge: 2.8%
• Probability: 53.2%
• Matchup: Canucks vs. Golden Knights (10:00PM ET, Wednesday)

Canucks +1.5 vs. Golden Knights at -102 odds shows a 2.8% edge, supported by a 53.2% probability in simulations.

Canucks ML (+250)

• Edge: 2.5%
• Probability: 31.1%
• Matchup: Canucks vs. Golden Knights (10:00PM ET, Wednesday)

A 2.5% edge and 31.1% probability make Canucks at the moneyline at a value play in the Canucks vs. Golden Knights matchup, per our model.

NHL best bets summary: Wednesday, 2/4/2026

As of 9:36PM ET, here are our top NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [2/4/2026]

• Oilers vs. Flames (10:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Canucks vs. Golden Knights (10:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Kraken vs. Kings (10:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Senators vs. Flyers (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Penguins vs. Sabres (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Predators vs. Capitals (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Hurricanes vs. Rangers (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Islanders vs. Devils (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Panthers vs. Lightning (7:30PM ET, Thursday)

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Conclusion

Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for February 4, 2026, featuring plays such as Rangers +1.5 and Rangers ML. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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