The NHL season is in full swing, and tonight’s matchups bring quite a few exciting player prop opportunities. To help you load up your bet slip for tonight’s slate, we’ve put together five player props that stand out for this slate of games. We’ve done the analysis so you can feel confident about each pick.
Odds: +350
Brad Marchand is always a big-game player, and tonight's matchup we think sets up well for him.
Marchand has already shown he can be a playmaker early this season, picking up assists despite a slow start in goals. The 36-year-old winger is due for a breakout performance, and with his #1 line role, he’ll get the opportunities to get the points.
Against a team like the Dallas Stars, which has had trouble containing high-powered offenses, Marchand should find the score sheet at least a couple of times. At +350 for Over 1.5 Points, this pick offers great value, especially if Boston gets on the board early and often. This could be a big payday for whoever throws this on their bet slip.
Odds: +210
Anthony Cirelli is coming off a monster game where he tallied 4 assists in a high-scoring game against the Devils. While we totally understand that 4 assists won’t happen every game, Cirelli’s offensive role has unquestionably expanded, especially with his recent promotion to the power play’s top unit.
Tonight, the Lightning face a Minnesota Wild team that has been leaking goals, and Cirelli’s playmaking will be crucial. The odds for Over 0.5 assists at +210 are a nice deal, especially considering his hot streak and increased ice time on the power play.
We think these odds are too good to pass up.
Odds: -140
When it comes to generating offense, few players in the NHL are as consistent as Auston Matthews.
Known for his lethal and powerful shot, Matthews has averaged well over five shots per game over his last three outings. The sheer volume alone makes the Over 4.5 shots on goal prop a hot bet, even at the slightly juiced odds (-140). The bookmakers obviously know what they have with Matthews.
Matthews has been a force on the man advantage as well. We think this will contribute nicely to plenty of shot attempts. Facing a defense that allows a ton of shots per game, Matthews will continue to pepper the goalie from all angles.
Odds: +170
Jesper Bratt is quietly one of the most reliable goal scorers for the New Jersey Devils.
He’s been getting consistent power-play time and is often around the net. With matchups like these, where the Devils are expected to get a few chances, Bratt is the type of player who can capitalize and find the back of the net.
At +170 to score anytime, Bratt is in a prime spot against a weak defensive team that has allowed the most shots in the NHL. His speed and finishing ability make him a strong candidate to notch a goal.
Odds: -195
While Brandon Hagel has shown a few flashes of playmaking ability this season, tonight’s matchup could see him struggle to rack up assists.
Hagel relies on his linemates to finish chances, and if they’re kept in check, it’s unlikely he’ll get on the assist board. So, we don’t see him even getting a single A on his stat line.
With the odds at -195 for Under 0.5 assists, this pick focuses on the conservative play, taking into account Hagel’s role and the matchup’s overall difficulty. Tampa Bay’s offense may not have the same level of success tonight, making the under a safe bet.
Each of these picks is based on player performance, current form, and matchups. We take a holistic approach to these players when we’re assessing prop bets.
From Marchand’s ability to rack up points against weaker defenses to Auston Matthews being an absolute shot machine, these prop bets reflect smart plays for tonight's NHL action. Whether you're going for the over or under, there’s plenty of value to be found in today’s slate. Head over to your favorite sportsbook and start loading up your bet slip.