NHL expert picks today: Friday's best bets include Blues vs. Stars play [10/2/2026]

Blues ML (+163)

• Edge: 2.9%
• Probability: 40.9%
• Matchup: Blues vs. Stars (9:00PM ET)

Our model has identified value on Blues to defeat Stars at +163 odds. A 40.9% probability produces an edge of 2.9%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.

Blues +1.5 (-155)

• Edge: 2.3%
• Probability: 63.1%
• Matchup: Blues vs. Stars (9:00PM ET)

Blues +1.5 carries a 2.3% edge and a probability of 63.1% at -155 odds, according to our model.

NHL best bets summary: Friday, 10/2/2026

As of 8:34PM ET, here are our top NHL bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [10/2/2026]

• Blues vs. Stars (9:00PM ET, Friday)
• Ducks vs. Golden Knights (10:00PM ET, Friday)
• Capitals vs. Lightning (7:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Canadiens vs. Penguins (7:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Blackhawks vs. Sabres (7:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Senators vs. Maple Leafs (7:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Mammoth vs. Blue Jackets (7:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Hurricanes vs. Flyers (7:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Kraken vs. Oilers (7:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Devils vs. Islanders (7:30PM ET, Saturday)
• Bruins vs. Wild (8:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Stars vs. Predators (8:00PM ET, Saturday)

Conclusion

Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for October 2, 2026, featuring plays such as Blues ML vs. Stars and Blues +1.5. 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.