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NHL player props today: Friday's best props include Linus Karlsson [1/2/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get NHL player props today with projections for Friday's games.
Dimers' NHL props are live for January 02, 2026, with today's top betting edges led by the likes of Linus Karlsson, Aatu Raty and Ben Hutton.
Our NHL player props model runs continuously, analyzing every matchup, including Wild vs. Ducks and Rangers vs. Panthers, to surface the best NHL player prop bets across the market.
List of NHL prop picks for Friday, 1/2
Sourced from 35+ total props today, below are the top ten NHL player props for January 2, ranked by edge.
Linus Karlsson anytime goal scorer (+410)
- Edge: 8.7%
- Probability: 28.3%
- Game: Kraken vs. Canucks (10:30PM ET)
Our model has flagged value on Vancouver's Linus Karlsson scoring a goal. A probability of 28.3% gives this play an edge of 8.7% at +410 odds.
Aatu Raty anytime goal scorer (+900)
- Edge: 8.4%
- Probability: 18.4%
- Game: Kraken vs. Canucks (10:30PM ET)
Aatu Raty’s anytime goal scorer prop shows an 18.4% probability and an 8.4% edge at +900 odds, according to our model.
Ben Hutton anytime goal scorer (+1700)
- Edge: 7.6%
- Probability: 13.2%
- Game: Golden Knights vs. Blues (3:00PM ET)
The data highlights value on Ben Hutton anytime goal scorer, with simulations showing a 13.2% probability and a 7.6% edge at +1700.
Gustav Forsling over 1.5 shots on goal (+145)
- Edge: 7.3%
- Probability: 48.1%
- Game: Rangers vs. Panthers (8:00PM ET)
Our model finds value on Gustav Forsling over 1.5 shots on goal, with a 48.1% probability and an edge of 7.3% at +145 odds.
Nils Hoglander anytime goal scorer (+750)
- Edge: 6.9%
- Probability: 18.7%
- Game: Kraken vs. Canucks (10:30PM ET)
Simulations indicate value on Nils Hoglander as an anytime goal scorer for Vancouver, showing an edge of 6.9% at +750 odds.
Sam Bennett over 2.5 shots on goal (-135)
- Edge: 6.1%
- Probability: 63.5%
- Game: Rangers vs. Panthers (8:00PM ET)
Sam Bennett’s shots on goal prop shows an edge of 6.1% at -135 odds, supported by a 63.5% probability according to our model.
Jonatan Berggren anytime goal scorer (+500)
- Edge: 5.5%
- Probability: 22.1%
- Game: Golden Knights vs. Blues (3:00PM ET)
Our model highlights value on Jonatan Berggren anytime goal scorer for St. Louis, with a 22.1% probability and a 5.5% edge at +500 odds.
Carter Verhaeghe over 2.5 shots on goal (+126)
- Edge: 4.8%
- Probability: 49.0%
- Game: Rangers vs. Panthers (8:00PM ET)
The data shows value on Carter Verhaeghe over 2.5 shots on goal, supported by a 49.0% probability at +126 odds and an edge of 4.8%.
Tom Willander anytime goal scorer (+1700)
- Edge: 4.6%
- Probability: 10.1%
- Game: Kraken vs. Canucks (10:30PM ET)
A 4.6% edge on the anytime goal line makes Tom Willander a value play in Kraken vs. Canucks, supported by a 10.1% probability at +1700 odds.
Will Cuylle anytime goal scorer (+380)
- Edge: 4.4%
- Probability: 25.2%
- Game: Rangers vs. Panthers (8:00PM ET)
Simulations show value on Will Cuylle anytime goal scorer here, with a 25.2% probability and 4.4% edge at +380 odds.
NHL player prop summary: Friday, January 2, 2026
A quick summary of today’s top props by edge according to our model as of 2:14AM ET:
| Matchup | Prop | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kraken vs. Canucks | Linus Karlsson anytime goal scorer | +410 @ FanDuel | 8.7% | 28.3% |
| Kraken vs. Canucks | Aatu Raty anytime goal scorer | +900 @ FanDuel | 8.4% | 18.4% |
| Golden Knights vs. Blues | Ben Hutton anytime goal scorer | +1700 @ FanDuel | 7.3% | 48.1% |
| Rangers vs. Panthers | Gustav Forsling over 1.5 shots on goal | +145 @ DraftKings | 7.3% | 48.1% |
| Kraken vs. Canucks | Nils Hoglander anytime goal scorer | +750 @ FanDuel | 6.9% | 18.7% |
| Rangers vs. Panthers | Sam Bennett over 2.5 shots on goal | -135 @ DraftKings | 6.1% | 63.5% |
| Golden Knights vs. Blues | Jonatan Berggren anytime goal scorer | +500 @ FanDuel | 5.5% | 22.1% |
| Rangers vs. Panthers | Carter Verhaeghe over 2.5 shots on goal | +126 @ DraftKings | 4.8% | 49.0% |
| Kraken vs. Canucks | Tom Willander first goal scorer | +1700 @ FanDuel | 4.6% | 10.1% |
| Rangers vs. Panthers | Will Cuylle anytime goal scorer | +380 @ DraftKings | 4.4% | 25.2% |
Conclusion
For January 2, 2026, our NHL prop bets feature players such as Linus Karlsson, Aatu Raty and Ben Hutton. Each pick is grounded in real-time data and advanced simulations to help you bet with clarity and purpose.
Built using automation and human oversight, this article draws on the latest data to deliver accurate, timely insights. If using this article for betting, Dimers encourages responsible gambling.
Dave Garofolo uses sophisticated AI-driven analytics to make predictions and evaluate player performances in the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, NCAAM, and PGA TOUR tournaments, crafting insightful game and prop previews.
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