NHL Expert Picks and Best Bets Today [Wednesday, 5/8/2024]

Last updated: May 9, 2024, 1:30AM | Published: May 8, 2024, 4:31AM

NHL betting is back for another exciting slate, and we're here to serve up our top picks for Wednesday's hockey action.

Today's NHL best bets come from a range of matchups, including Rangers vs. Hurricanes, which starts at 7:00PM ET.

Based on our own cutting-edge simulations and machine learning, the bets featured below are led by a moneyline play with an edge of 3.0%.

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NHL Expert Picks Tonight: 5/8/2024

Following extensive number crunching and thousands of simulations of today's action, DimersBOT, our famous predictive analytics model, has precisely found the best hockey bets for upcoming games on Wednesday, May 8, 2024.

Due to the time of day now (9:30PM ET), it should be noted that the below bets are for games taking place on Thursday.

Keep in mind that the earliest game time is at the top of this list of picks. To get access to our full list of today's best bets, including customizable filters and sorting options, consider joining Dimers Pro.

Rangers ML (+146)

Edge: 3.0%
Probability: 43.7%
Matchup: Rangers vs. Hurricanes (7:00PM ET, Thursday)

Our model has pinpointed the next NHL betting opportunity tonight, which comes in the Rangers vs. Hurricanes game. We recommend a bet on Rangers ML at +146 odds, which provides an edge of 3.0%.

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Rangers +1.5 (-175)

Edge: 2.0%
Probability: 65.6%
Matchup: Rangers vs. Hurricanes (7:00PM ET, Thursday)

Our model has found another great NHL bet, again in the game between the Rangers and Hurricanes. We suggest placing a puck line wager on Rangers +1.5, available at -175 odds. Our analysis shows a compelling 2.0% edge for this bet.

Please keep in mind that this game is scheduled for tomorrow. We strongly advise you to capitalize on these favorable odds now, before the lines move.

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NHL Best Bets: Wednesday, 5/8/2024

As of 9:30PM ET, here are the next two NHL bets recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge
Rangers vs. Hurricanes	Rangers ML	+146 @ FanDuel	3.0%
Rangers vs. Hurricanes	Rangers +1.5	-175 @ BetMGM	2.0%

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Upcoming NHL Games to Bet On [5/8/2024]

Oilers vs. Canucks (10:00PM ET, Wednesday)
Rangers vs. Hurricanes (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
Avalanche vs. Stars (9:30PM ET, Thursday)

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Conclusion

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

Jason Bevilacqua

Head of Content and Communities

Jason Bevilacqua has a deep-rooted passion for sports and has been actively involved in sports betting for many years. Specializing in the MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, Jason delivers engaging game previews across these leagues. His expertise is particularly evident in his best bets for MLB, NHL, and college basketball. Additionally, Jason contributes valuable MLB and NFL props, as well as NBA first basket plays.

Since joining Dimers in 2020 as the Head of Social and Community, Jason has also made significant contributions to the editorial department, offering daily articles that are not only well-researched but also deeply insightful. His strategic approach and collaboration with DimersBOT ensure his betting advice is top-notch.

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