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NHL player props today: Friday's best props include Ryan Poehling [1/16/2026]
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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 16, 2026, with today's top betting edges led by the likes of Ryan Poehling, Alex Laferriere and John Klingberg.
Our NHL player props model runs continuously, analyzing every matchup, including Panthers vs. Hurricanes and Predators vs. Avalanche, to surface the best NHL player prop bets across the market.
List of NHL prop picks for Friday, 1/16
Sourced from 45+ total props today, below are the top ten NHL player props for January 16, ranked by edge.
Ryan Poehling anytime goal scorer (+700)
- Edge: 6.8%
- Probability: 19.3%
- Game: Ducks vs. Kings (10:30PM ET)
Our model has flagged value on Anaheim's Ryan Poehling scoring a goal. A probability of 19.3% gives this play an edge of 6.8% at +700 odds.
Alex Laferriere anytime goal scorer (+290)
- Edge: 6.7%
- Probability: 32.3%
- Game: Ducks vs. Kings (10:30PM ET)
Alex Laferriere’s anytime goal scorer prop shows a 32.3% probability and an 6.7% edge at +290 odds, according to our model.
John Klingberg anytime goal scorer (+900)
- Edge: 6.1%
- Probability: 16.1%
- Game: Sharks vs. Red Wings (7:00PM ET)
The data highlights value on John Klingberg anytime goal scorer, with simulations showing a 16.1% probability and a 6.1% edge at +900.
Ilya Solovyov anytime goal scorer (+1900)
- Edge: 6.0%
- Probability: 11.0%
- Game: Predators vs. Avalanche (9:00PM ET)
Our model finds value on Ilya Solovyov to score a goal, with a 11.0% probability and an edge of 6.0% at +1900 odds.
Sam Reinhart anytime goal scorer (+160)
- Edge: 5.9%
- Probability: 44.4%
- Game: Panthers vs. Hurricanes (7:00PM ET)
Simulations indicate value on Sam Reinhart as an anytime goal scorer for Florida, showing an edge of 5.9% at +160 odds.
Adam Gaudette anytime goal scorer (+750)
- Edge: 5.8%
- Probability: 17.5%
- Game: Sharks vs. Red Wings (7:00PM ET)
Adam Gaudette’s anytime goal scorer prop shows an edge of 5.8% at +750 odds, supported by a 17.5% probability according to our model.
Jackson LaCombe anytime goal scorer (+800)
- Edge: 5.6%
- Probability: 16.7%
- Game: Ducks vs. Kings (10:30PM ET)
Our model highlights value on Jackson LaCombe anytime goal scorer for Anaheim, with a 16.7% probability and a 5.6% edge at +800 odds.
Sam Bennett anytime goal scorer (+210)
- Edge: 4.9%
- Probability: 37.2%
- Game: Panthers vs. Hurricanes (7:00PM ET)
The data shows value on Sam Bennett anytime goal scorer, supported by a 37.2% probability at +210 odds and an edge of 4.9%.
Jonatan Berggren anytime goal scorer (+550)
- Edge: 4.9%
- Probability: 20.3%
- Game: Lightning vs. Blues (8:00PM ET)
A 4.9% edge on the anytime goal line makes Jonatan Berggren a value play in Lightning vs. Blues, supported by a 20.3% probability at +550 odds.
Andrei Kuzmenko anytime goal scorer (+290)
- Edge: 4.7%
- Probability: 30.4%
- Game: Ducks vs. Kings (10:30PM ET)
Simulations show value on Andrei Kuzmenko anytime goal scorer here, with a 30.4% probability and 4.7% edge at +290 odds.
NHL player prop summary: Friday, January 16, 2026
A quick summary of today’s top props by edge according to our model as of 1:49AM ET:
| Matchup | Prop | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ducks vs. Kings | Ryan Poehling anytime goal scorer | +700 @ FanDuel | 6.8% | 19.3% |
| Ducks vs. Kings | Alex Laferriere anytime goal scorer | +290 @ FanDuel | 6.7% | 32.3% |
| Sharks vs. Red Wings | John Klingberg anytime goal scorer | +900 @ FanDuel | 6.0% | 11.0% |
| Predators vs. Avalanche | Ilya Solovyov anytime goal scorer | +1900 @ FanDuel | 6.0% | 11.0% |
| Panthers vs. Hurricanes | Sam Reinhart anytime goal scorer | +160 @ FanDuel | 5.9% | 44.4% |
| Sharks vs. Red Wings | Adam Gaudette anytime goal scorer | +750 @ FanDuel | 5.8% | 17.5% |
| Ducks vs. Kings | Jackson LaCombe anytime goal scorer | +800 @ FanDuel | 5.6% | 16.7% |
| Panthers vs. Hurricanes | Sam Bennett anytime goal scorer | +210 @ FanDuel | 4.9% | 37.2% |
| Lightning vs. Blues | Jonatan Berggren first goal scorer | +550 @ FanDuel | 4.9% | 20.3% |
| Ducks vs. Kings | Andrei Kuzmenko anytime goal scorer | +290 @ FanDuel | 4.7% | 30.4% |
Conclusion
For January 16, 2026, our NHL prop bets feature players such as Ryan Poehling, Alex Laferriere and John Klingberg. 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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