5 Must-Bet NHL Pick’em Plays for Tonight on Underdog Fantasy
Looking for the best Underdog Fantasy Pick’em plays for tonight’s NHL action? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. We’ve checked out the 10 NHL matchups for tonight and found 5 of the best picks. With players like David Pastrnak, Brayden Point, and Nathan MacKinnon hitting the ice, there are plenty of opportunities to cash in big time.
While you’re at it, Underdog is offering a 30% profit boost to your NHL pick, so now is a good time to load up on these picks.
| Player | Team | Pick | Payout |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | Boston Bruins | Higher Than 4.5 Shots | 1.11x |
| Jack Quinn | Buffalo Sabres | Higher Than 0.5 Assists | 1.48x |
| Brayden Point | Tampa Bay Lightning | Higher Than 0.5 Goals | 1.20x |
| Matt Duchene | Dallas Stars | Higher Than 0.5 Goals | 1.68x |
| Nathan MacKinnon | Colorado Avalanche | Lower Than 1.5 Points | 1.33x |
David Pastrnak Higher Than 4.5 Shots
- Pick ‘em Payout: 1.11x
Pastrnak is one of the most consistent shooters in the NHL so it’s not insurmountable for him to get 5+ shots tonight. He’s averaging over 4.5 shots per game this season and has hit this mark in 4 of his last 6 games which includes a 9-shot game in their loss to the Islanders.
The Predators don’t exactly shut down top shooters, either. On top of that, Boston relies heavily on Pastrnak to get the offense going.
He’s also on the top power-play unit, which gives him a few extra chances to fire the puck at the net. With Boston at home, expect Pastrnak to be aggressive, get well over 20 minutes of ice time, and clear this shot total.
Jack Quinn Higher Than 0.5 Assists
- Pick ‘em Payout: 1.48x
Quinn may not be a household name like some of the others on this list, but he’s a sneaky-good pick for an assist tonight.
He has 13 assists in 52 games this season and 2 in the last 4 games. To add to that, the Sharks are one of the worst defensive teams in the league and it’s not even close.
San Jose allows a ton of high-danger chances, and Quinn has been getting top-6 minutes for Buffalo — especially against teams like the Sharks.
With skilled linemates around him, he’s got a really strong chance to rack up at least one helper against an incredibly leaky Sharks defense.
Brayden Point Higher Than 0.5 Goals
- Pick ‘em Payout: 1.20x
Point is always a threat to score, and tonight we’re thinking this will be no different. He’s already got 32 goals in 62 games this season, making him one of Tampa’s most reliable scorers. In fact, he’s in the discussion for the Rocket Richard Trophy for the most goals in the season.
The Blue Jackets, despite being playoff contenders in a wild card slot, have struggled defensively. They’re ranking near the bottom in goals allowed per game at 3.25. That places them 25th in the league.
Tampa Bay’s power play is lethal with a 26.2% conversion (good for 5th in the NHL), and Point is a key piece of it.
He’s scored in 2 of his last 3 games, and Columbus has given up at 3+ goals in 3 of their last 5 games. If Point gets a quality chance, which he should with Kucherov on his line, we think there’s a good chance it finds the back of the net and lights the lamp.
Matt Duchene Higher Than 0.5 Goals
- Pick ‘em Payout: 1.68x
Duchene has been in great form lately and is absolutely fun to watch. Heading into tonight, he has a favorable matchup against the Devils, who have been somewhat shaky defensively. He’s coming off a strong performance where he scored a goal and got an assist against St. Louis, and he’s got 25 goals on the season which places him 21st in the NHL.
Against the Devils last month he notched a goal and an assist as well, so he knows how to handle this team.
New Jersey has struggled with defensive breakdowns, and Duchene has unquestionably capitalized on them before. Given his recent success and the solid 1.68x payout, this is a strong pick for your Underdog pick card.
Nathan MacKinnon Lower Than 1.5 Points
- Pick ‘em Payout: 1.33x
MacKinnon has been absolutely dominant this season, but let’s not forget that Pittsburgh is a tough opponent despite what their record shows.
The Pens have held elite forwards in check, and MacKinnon has struggled against them in past matchups.
He’s recorded 2+ points in only 1 of his last 4 games since the 4 Nations Face Off. He definitely came back from the tournament in a slump and we don’t see him picking it up against Pittsburgh.
While he’s always a threat, this could be a rare night where he doesn’t explode on the scoresheet. At 1.33x, we’ll take this pick ‘em all day long.
These are the Best Underdog Picks for Tonight
That’s the best mix of picks for tonight’s NHL slate. Sure, there may be some others out there that pay out handsomely, but these are without a doubt the best ones of the bunch.
Whether you’re backing Pastrnak’s shots, Quinn’s assists, or even Point to score, these picks bring some seriously strong value with them. Lock them in and see if you can cash out on Underdog Fantasy tonight.
Matt Brown
Head of Sports Betting and DFS
Matt’s love for sports betting and daily fantasy sports, coupled with a deep understanding of football, hockey, and baseball, shapes his innovative thoughts on Hello Rookie. He has a B.S. in Aeronautical Computer Science and a M.S. in Project Management.
