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Read Article NHL Playoffs player props today: Monday's best props include Phillip Danault [5/18/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get NHL player props today with projections for Monday's games.
Dimers' NHL props are live for May 18, 2026, with today's top prop bets led by the likes of Phillip Danault, Ivan Demidov and Jack Quinn.
Our NHL player props model runs continuously, analyzing every Playoffs matchup, including today's Canadiens vs. Sabres clash, to surface the best NHL player prop bets across the market.
List of NHL prop bets for Monday's playoffs, 5/18
Sourced from 20+ total props today, below are the top ten NHL player props for May 18, ranked by probability.
Phillip Danault over 0.5 shots on goal (-180)
- Edge: 7.8%
- Probability: 72.0%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Sabres (7:30PM ET)
Our model has flagged value on Montreal's Phillip Danault going over 0.5 shots on goal. A probability of 72.0% gives this play an edge of 7.8% at -180 odds.
Ivan Demidov over 1.5 shots on goal (-175)
- Edge: 4.9%
- Probability: 68.6%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Sabres (7:30PM ET)
Ivan Demidov’s shots on goal prop shows a 68.6% probability and an 4.9% edge at -175 odds, according to our model.
Jack Quinn under 2.5 shots on goal (-105)
- Edge: 4.9%
- Probability: 56.2%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Sabres (7:30PM ET)
The data highlights value on Jack Quinn under 2.5 shots on goal, with simulations showing a 56.2% probability and a 4.9% edge at -105.
Mike Matheson over 1.5 shots on goal (+165)
- Edge: 9.7%
- Probability: 47.5%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Sabres (7:30PM ET)
Our model finds value on Mike Matheson over 1.5 shots on goal, with a 47.5% probability and an edge of 9.7% at +165 odds.
Josh Anderson over 1.5 shots on goal (+160)
- Edge: 4.5%
- Probability: 43.0%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Sabres (7:30PM ET)
Simulations indicate value on Josh Anderson over 1.5 shots on goal for Montreal, showing an edge of 4.5% at +160 odds.
Owen Power over 1.5 shots on goal (+180)
- Edge: 5.0%
- Probability: 40.7%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Sabres (7:30PM ET)
Owen Power’s shots on goal prop shows an edge of 5.0% at +180 odds, supported by a 40.7% probability according to our model.
Tage Thompson anytime goal scorer (+180)
- Edge: 3.5%
- Probability: 39.2%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Sabres (7:30PM ET)
Our model highlights value on Tage Thompson anytime goal scorer for Buffalo, with a 39.2% probability and a 3.5% edge at +180 odds.
Owen Power to score a point (+210)
- Edge: 5.9%
- Probability: 38.1%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Sabres (7:30PM ET)
The data shows value on Owen Power to score a point, supported by a 38.1% probability at +210 odds and an edge of 5.9%.
Alexandre Texier to score a point (+220)
- Edge: 6.1%
- Probability: 37.4%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Sabres (7:30PM ET)
A 6.1% edge on the point line makes Alexandre Texier a value play in Canadiens vs. Sabres, supported by a 37.4% probability at +220 odds.
Cole Caufield anytime goal scorer (+185)
- Edge: 2.0%
- Probability: 37.1%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Sabres (7:30PM ET)
Simulations show value on Cole Caufield anytime goal scorer here, with a 37.1% probability and 2.0% edge at +185 odds.
NHL player prop summary: Monday, May 18, 2026
A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 2:39AM ET:
| Prop | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phillip Danault over 0.5 shots on goal | -180 @ DraftKings | 7.8% | 72.0% |
| Ivan Demidov over 1.5 shots on goal | -175 @ BetMGM | 4.9% | 68.6% |
| Jack Quinn under 2.5 shots on goal | -105 @ DraftKings | 9.7% | 47.5% |
| Mike Matheson over 1.5 shots on goal | +165 @ DraftKings | 9.7% | 47.5% |
| Josh Anderson over 1.5 shots on goal | +160 @ DraftKings | 4.5% | 43.0% |
| Owen Power over 1.5 shots on goal | +180 @ DraftKings | 5.0% | 40.7% |
| Tage Thompson anytime goal scorer | +180 @ FanDuel | 3.5% | 39.2% |
| Owen Power to score a point | +210 @ DraftKings | 5.9% | 38.1% |
| Alexandre Texier to score a point | +220 @ DraftKings | 6.1% | 37.4% |
| Cole Caufield anytime goal scorer | +185 @ DraftKings | 2.0% | 37.1% |
Conclusion
For May 18, 2026, our NHL prop bets feature players such as Phillip Danault, Ivan Demidov and Jack Quinn. 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.
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