Tonight’s NHL schedule features several key matchups. There will be new installments of fierce rivalries while other clubs get reacquainted with one another. These NHL games also provide an opportunity to make interesting NHL prop bets.
Here is a look at the best NHL picks for tonight’s matchups.
Ottawa Senators vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
The Ottawa Senators will visit the Leafs in another installment of the Battle of Ontario. The Toronto Maple Leafs are the moneyline favorites at -240. Ottawa’s defense will face a tough test to keep Toronto’s high-scoring forwards in check.
Here is a look at some exciting NHL prop bets for this crucial contest:
- Alex DeBrincat shots under 3.5 (-130)
- Auston Matthews to record one or more assists (-110)
- Mitchell Marner to record one or more assists (-110)
- Claude Giroux to record one or more points (-125)
- John Tavares to record one or more points (-195)
- Auston Matthews to score one or more goals (-145)
Los Angeles Kings vs. Florida Panthers
This east versus west matchup features two NHL teams with playoff aspirations, with Florida currently on the outside looking in. As a result, this contest has serious implications for the NHL standings. The Florida Panthers are the moneyline favorites at -150. Expect the Los Angeles Kings to take the game early to the Panthers. This approach provides an opportunity for some interesting NHL prop bets.
- Regulation score under 6.5 (-125)
- Aaron Ekblad shots under 3.5 (-135)
- Matthew Tkachuk to record one or more assists (-145)
- Aleksander Barkov to record one or more assists (-145)
- Kevin Fiala to record one or more points (-170)
- Viktor Arvidsson to record one or more points (-140)
Vegas Golden Knights vs. New York Rangers
The Vegas Golden Knights take on the New York Rangers in what should be an entertaining matchup. The Rangers are the moneyline favorites at -155. The Rangers feature Adam Fox, an NHL player stats leader for defensemen and nightly prop bet target.
- Both teams to score (-1200)
- Adam Fox shots over 2.5 (-170)
- Adam Fox to record one or more assists (-150)
- Jack Eichel to record one or more points (-145)
- Mark Store to record one or more points (-225)
- Chandler Stephenson to record one or more points (-115)
Detroit Red Wings vs. New York Islanders
The upstart Detroit Red Wings visit the struggling New York Islanders in a matchup of teams near the bottom of the Eastern Conference. The Red Wings have exceeded expectations as they continue their rebuild.
Overall, this season has been disappointing for the Islanders, who were expecting to be in playoff contention but have been struggling as of late. However, the Islanders lead the moneyline odds at -155, with some attractive prop bet opportunities.
- Total goals over 5.5 (-125)
- David Perron shots under 2.5 (-155)
- Anders Lee to score one or more goals (+150)
- Brock Nelson to score one or more goals (+140)
- Lucas Raymond to score one or more goals (+195)
San Jose Sharks vs. Carolina Hurricanes
This contest features two teams heading in opposite directions. The San Jose Sharks look to be playing for a lottery pick in the next draft, while the Carolina Hurricanes look like serious Stanley Cup contenders. The Canes are the overwhelming moneyline favorites at -290. This matchup also shows many enticing prop betting opportunities.
- Regulation goals over 6 (-115)
- Alexander Barabanov shots under 3.5 (-155)
- Erik Karlsson to record one or more assists (-145)
- Sebastian Aho to record one or more assists (-105)
- Logan Couture to record one or more points (+100)
- Erik Karlsson to record one or more points (-200)
- Andrei Svechnikov to record one or more points (-180)
- Martin Necas to record one or more points (-165)
New Jersey Devils vs. Dallas Stars
The New Jersey Devils face off against the Dallas Stars in what looks to be the best game on the schedule tonight. Dallas is the moneyline favorite at -130. Both teams feature high-scoring forwards and great goaltenders. So, there should be plenty of prop bet opportunities on both sides.
- Regulation goals under 6 (-130)
- Brendan Smith shots under 1.5 (-145)
- Jack Hughes to record one or more assists (-120)
- Jason Robertson to record one or more assists (-115)
- Jack Hughes to record one or more points (-245)
- Joe Pavelski to record one or more points (-165)
- Dougie Hamilton to record one or more points (-160)
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