May 22, 2026
Golden Knights vs. Avalanche prediction: Why Colorado is favored to win Game 2 [2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs]
Read Article NHL Playoffs player props today: Friday's best props include Gabriel Landeskog [5/22/2026]
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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 May 22, 2026, with today's top prop bets led by the likes of Gabriel Landeskog, Valeri Nichushkin and Artturi Lehkonen.
Our NHL player props model runs continuously, analyzing every Playoffs matchup, including today's Golden Knights vs. Avalanche clash, to surface the best NHL player prop bets across the market.
List of NHL prop picks for Friday's playoffs, 5/22
Below are the top 4 NHL player props for May 22, ranked by probability.
Gabriel Landeskog anytime goal scorer (+220)
- Edge: 3.3%
- Probability: 34.5%
- Game: Golden Knights vs. Avalanche (8:00PM ET)
Our model has found value on Colorado's Gabriel Landeskog scoring a goal. A probability of 34.5% gives this play an edge of 3.3% at +220 odds.
Valeri Nichushkin anytime goal scorer (+400)
- Edge: 5.0%
- Probability: 25.0%
- Game: Golden Knights vs. Avalanche (8:00PM ET)
Valeri Nichushkin’s anytime goal scorer prop shows a 25.0% probability and an 5.0% edge at +400 odds, according to our model.
Artturi Lehkonen anytime goal scorer (+360)
- Edge: 1.4%
- Probability: 23.1%
- Game: Golden Knights vs. Avalanche (8:00PM ET)
The data highlights value on Artturi Lehkonen anytime goal scorer, with simulations showing a 23.1% probability and a 1.4% edge at +360.
Ivan Barbashev anytime goal scorer (+400)
- Edge: 2.0%
- Probability: 22.0%
- Game: Golden Knights vs. Avalanche (8:00PM ET)
Our model finds value on Ivan Barbashev to score a goal, with a 22.0% probability and an edge of 2.0% at +400 odds.
NHL player prop summary: Friday, May 22, 2026
A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 12:09AM ET:
| Prop | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gabriel Landeskog anytime goal scorer | +220 @ DraftKings | 3.3% | 34.5% |
| Valeri Nichushkin anytime goal scorer | +400 @ DraftKings | 5.0% | 25.0% |
| Artturi Lehkonen anytime goal scorer | +360 @ DraftKings | 2.0% | 22.0% |
| Ivan Barbashev anytime goal scorer | +400 @ DraftKings | 2.0% | 22.0% |
Conclusion
For May 22, 2026, our NHL prop bets feature players such as Gabriel Landeskog, Valeri Nichushkin and Artturi Lehkonen. 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.
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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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