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Five games are on the NHL schedule this evening, and our experts have highlighted three top NHL player props to target. The picks focus on John Carlson of the Anaheim Ducks, Martin Necas of the Colorado Avalanche, and Rickard Rakell of the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Why it matters

These NHL player prop bets provide an opportunity for sports bettors to capitalize on favorable matchups and recent hot streaks from key players across the league. Analyzing individual player stats and trends can uncover value in the prop betting market.

The details

For John Carlson, the 36-year-old defenseman has recorded seven assists over his last three games and has 44 helpers on the season. He’s produced well at home and has had success against the Toronto Maple Leafs, making the over 0.5 assists prop an attractive play. Martin Necas has been a driving force for the Colorado Avalanche, tallying 34 goals and 55 assists. The Czech forward has logged assists in three of his last five games and should continue to facilitate the Avs’ high-powered offense against the Calgary Flames. Rickard Rakell, a 32-year-old winger for the Pittsburgh Penguins, has scored seven goals in March and has found the back of the net in three of his last five games. He’s a value play to score against the New York Islanders at +205 odds.

The Anaheim Ducks host the Toronto Maple Leafs at 10:00 p.m. ET.The Colorado Avalanche host the Calgary Flames at 8:30 p.m. ET.The Pittsburgh Penguins visit the New York Islanders at 7:00 p.m. ET.

The players

John Carlson

A 36-year-old defenseman for the Anaheim Ducks who has recorded seven assists over his last three games and has 44 helpers on the season.

Martin Necas

A 27-year-old forward for the Colorado Avalanche who has tallied 34 goals and 55 assists this season, including assists in three of his last five games.

Rickard Rakell

A 32-year-old winger for the Pittsburgh Penguins who has scored seven goals in March and found the back of the net in three of his last five games.

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The takeaway

These NHL player prop bets provide an opportunity for sports bettors to capitalize on favorable matchups and recent hot streaks from key players across the league. Analyzing individual player stats and trends can uncover value in the prop betting market.