NHL Expert Picks Today: Saturday's Best Bets Include Kings vs. Kraken Play [1/18/2025]

NHL betting is back for another pulse-pounding playoffs slate on 1/18, and we're here to give you our top picks for Saturday's hockey action.

Today's NHL best bets come from a range of matchups, including the Kings vs. Kraken game at 10:00PM ET, with this article updated throughout the day to highlight the most attractive upcoming games.

Featuring a standout over/under play at 10:00PM ET, these picks are based on data-driven simulations and machine learning.

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List of NHL Expert Picks Tonight [1/18, Updated: 9:31PM ET]

After digging deep into the numbers and running thousands of simulations, our independent predictive analytics model has figured out the best hockey bet for Saturday, January 18, 2025.

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Kings vs. Kraken Over 5.5 Goals (+122)

• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 47.2%
• Matchup: Kings vs. Kraken (10:00PM ET, Saturday)

Our model has pinpointed the next NHL betting opportunity tonight, which comes in the Kings vs. Kraken game. We recommend an over/under bet on Over 5.5 Goals at +122 odds, offering an edge of 2.1%.

NHL Best Bets: Saturday, 1/18/2025

As of 9:31PM ET, here are the next NHL bets recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge
Kings vs. Kraken	Over 5.5 Goals	+122 @ FanDuel	2.1%

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List of Upcoming NHL Games to Bet On [1/18/2025]

• Oilers vs. Canucks (10:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Kings vs. Kraken (10:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Senators vs. Devils (1:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Rangers vs. Canadiens (7:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Red Wings vs. Stars (8:00PM ET, Sunday)

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Conclusion

This article, enhanced by AI and automation, aims to deliver accurate NHL insights quickly, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on current data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.

All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.