NHL player props today: Monday's best props include Linus Karlsson [1/12/2026]

Dimers' NHL props are live for January 12, 2026, with today's top betting edges led by the likes of Linus Karlsson, Aatu Raty and Ilya Mikheyev.

Our NHL player props model runs continuously, analyzing every matchup, including Panthers vs. Sabres and Oilers vs. Blackhawks, to surface the best NHL player prop bets across the market.

List of NHL prop picks for Monday, 1/12

Sourced from 70+ total props today, below are the top ten NHL player props for January 12, ranked by edge.

Linus Karlsson anytime goal scorer (+400)

• Edge: 10.2%
• Probability: 30.2%
• Game: Canucks vs. Canadiens (7:30PM ET)

Our model has flagged value on Vancouver's Linus Karlsson scoring a goal. A probability of 30.2% gives this play an edge of 10.2% at +400 odds.

Aatu Raty anytime goal scorer (+900)

• Edge: 9.3%
• Probability: 19.3%
• Game: Canucks vs. Canadiens (7:30PM ET)

Aatu Raty’s anytime goal scorer prop shows a 19.3% probability and an 9.3% edge at +900 odds, according to our model.

Ilya Mikheyev anytime goal scorer (+490)

• Edge: 8.5%
• Probability: 25.5%
• Game: Oilers vs. Blackhawks (8:30PM ET)

The data highlights value on Ilya Mikheyev anytime goal scorer, with simulations showing a 25.5% probability and an 8.5% edge at +490.

Ryan Donato anytime goal scorer (+550)

• Edge: 8.4%
• Probability: 23.8%
• Game: Oilers vs. Blackhawks (8:30PM ET)

Our model finds value on Ryan Donato to score a goal, with a 23.8% probability and an edge of 8.4% at +550 odds.

Ben Meyers anytime goal scorer (+1000)

• Edge: 7.4%
• Probability: 16.5%
• Game: Kraken vs. Rangers (7:00PM ET)

Simulations indicate value on Ben Meyers as an anytime goal scorer for Seattle, showing an edge of 7.4% at +1000 odds.

Jonny Brodzinski anytime goal scorer (+900)

• Edge: 7.3%
• Probability: 17.3%
• Game: Kraken vs. Rangers (7:00PM ET)

Jonny Brodzinski’s anytime goal scorer prop shows an edge of 7.3% at +900 odds, supported by a 17.3% probability according to our model.

Alexandre Texier anytime goal scorer (+310)

• Edge: 7.0%
• Probability: 31.4%
• Game: Canucks vs. Canadiens (7:30PM ET)

Our model highlights value on Alexandre Texier anytime goal scorer for Montreal, with a 31.4% probability and a 7.0% edge at +310 odds.

Sam Reinhart anytime goal scorer (+140)

• Edge: 6.4%
• Probability: 48.0%
• Game: Panthers vs. Sabres (7:00PM ET)

The data shows value on Sam Reinhart anytime goal scorer, supported by a 48.0% probability at +140 odds and an edge of 6.4%.

Brock Nelson anytime goal scorer (+180)

• Edge: 6.0%
• Probability: 41.7%
• Game: Maple Leafs vs. Avalanche (10:00PM ET)

A 6.0% edge on the anytime goal line makes Brock Nelson a value play in Maple Leafs vs. Avalanche, supported by a 41.7% probability at +180 odds.

Bobby McMann anytime goal scorer (+625)

• Edge: 5.9%
• Probability: 19.7%
• Game: Maple Leafs vs. Avalanche (10:00PM ET)

Simulations show value on Bobby McMann anytime goal scorer here, with a 19.7% probability and 5.9% edge at +625 odds.

NHL player prop summary: Monday, January 12, 2026

A quick summary of today’s top props by edge according to our model as of 12:27AM ET:

Matchup	Prop	Odds	Edge	Probability
Canucks vs. Canadiens	Linus Karlsson anytime goal scorer	+400 @ FanDuel	10.2%	30.2%
Canucks vs. Canadiens	Aatu Raty anytime goal scorer	+900 @ FanDuel	9.3%	19.3%
Oilers vs. Blackhawks	Ilya Mikheyev anytime goal scorer	+490 @ FanDuel	8.4%	23.8%
Oilers vs. Blackhawks	Ryan Donato anytime goal scorer	+550 @ FanDuel	8.4%	23.8%
Kraken vs. Rangers	Ben Meyers anytime goal scorer	+1000 @ FanDuel	7.4%	16.5%
Kraken vs. Rangers	Jonny Brodzinski anytime goal scorer	+900 @ FanDuel	7.3%	17.3%
Canucks vs. Canadiens	Alexandre Texier anytime goal scorer	+310 @ FanDuel	7.0%	31.4%
Panthers vs. Sabres	Sam Reinhart anytime goal scorer	+140 @ FanDuel	6.4%	48.0%
Maple Leafs vs. Avalanche	Brock Nelson first goal scorer	+180 @ FanDuel	6.0%	41.7%
Maple Leafs vs. Avalanche	Bobby McMann anytime goal scorer	+625 @ FanDuel	5.9%	19.7%

Conclusion

For January 12, 2026, our NHL prop bets feature players such as Linus Karlsson, Aatu Raty and Ilya Mikheyev. 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 promotes responsible gambling.