5 Player Prop Picks for Friday Night NHL Action

Friday night’s NHL slate is never the biggest slate, but this one has some exciting matchups, and we’ve picked out 5 of the best player prop bets you will want to add to your bet slip.

With a good mix of both OVER and UNDER bets and some smoking-hot plus-money options sprinkled in, we’ve got the NHL player props you can’t afford to pass up.

Mika Zibanejad Over 0.5 Assists

• Player Prop Odds: +120

Mika Zibanejad has been dishing the puck at an extremely high level — especially at Madison Square Garden.

He’s recorded at least 1 helper in each of the Rangers’ last 5 home games against the Penguins, so he’s dialed in and knows how to work the Pens.

On top of that, Pittsburgh’s defense has struggled recently, allowing an average of 3.7 goals per game over their last 10 matchups which bodes well for Zibanejad. 

With Zibanejad at the center of New York’s power play and first line, he should have plenty of opportunities to pick up yet another assist. At plus money, this pick is one of the best plays of the night.

Kyle Connor Anytime Goal Scorer

• Player Prop Odds: +130

Kyle Connor continues to shine for the Winnipeg Jets, one of the best teams in the NHL, who face the surging Islanders tonight.

Connor has scored at least one goal in 3 of the Jets’ last 4 games as favorites. Despite the Islanders being smoking hot as of late, they’ve still allowed 3.4 goals per game over their last 10 contests. That means Connor has a great chance to capitalize on his scoring dominance.

His role on the Jets’ top line and power play unit makes this one of the best prop bets at plus money.

Teuvo Teravainen Over 0.5 Assists

• Player Prop Odds: +155

Teuvo Teravainen has been a consistent playmaker for the Blackhawks, even if they’re one of the worst teams in the NHL. Fortunately, they’re up against another team that has struggled — the Nashville Predators.

He’s logged at least one assist in 8 of the Blackhawks’ last 9 home games against Western Conference teams and tonight doesn’t feel like it’ll be much different.

Chicago has struggled defensively all season long, but more notably they’ve been giving up an average of 4.1 goals per game in their last 10 matchups.

Teravainen’s ability to set up teammates in high-scoring games and high-danger shots makes this a bet worth backing — especially with the insane odds. This is your chance to pad your bankroll with a single prop bet.

Cale Makar Over 0.5 Assists

• Player Prop Odds: -115

Cale Makar has been one of the most reliable playmakers for the Avalanche, particularly on the road. 

He’s recorded an assist in each of Colorado’s last 4 road games against Edmonton. The Oilers, are of course one of the better teams in the league, but they have allowed an average of 3.6 goals per game in their last 10 contests. That means they’re not bulletproof.

We like this prop bet because of Makar’s role on the power play and his ability to create offensive opportunities where others simply cannot.

Jason Robertson Over 0.5 Assists

• Player Prop Odds: +140

Jason Robertson has been the Stars’ top offensive facilitator. There’s no questioning that. That also means he’s in a great spot against the Kings. 

He’s registered at least one assist in each of Dallas’ last 5 games against Los Angeles. 

With the Kings allowing an average of 2.9 goals per game over their last 10, Robertson should have no problem finding plenty of chances to rack up another assist.

At +140, this prop offers a great upside for a player who thrives in high-pressure matchups and will undoubtedly notch another helper. 

These are the Best NHL Player Prop Bets for Tonight

Tonight’s slate only has 5 games, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t plenty of bets to be made. The best part is that these player props provide a good mix of value and even some upside.

Zibanejad and Teravainen bring in excellent plus-money value with their assist props, while Connor and Robertson deliver strong cases for goal-scoring and assist chances. Makar’s assist prop might not be the flashiest of the bunch, but it’s backed by consistent performance in similar situations.

Be sure to head over to your favorite sports betting site, whether it’s DraftKings or Bet365, and load these props onto your bet slip before it’s too late. This is a great chance to cash in and walk away a winner tonight.