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NHL player props today: Saturday's best props include Linus Karlsson [1/3/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get NHL player props today with projections for Saturday's games.
Dimers' NHL props are live for January 03, 2026, with today's top betting edges led by the likes of Linus Karlsson, Jonatan Berggren and Ilya Mikheyev.
Our NHL player props model runs continuously, analyzing every matchup, including Avalanche vs. Hurricanes and Sabres vs. Blue Jackets, to surface the best NHL player prop bets across the market.
List of NHL prop picks for Saturday, 1/3
Sourced from 160+ total props today, below are the top ten NHL player props for January 3, ranked by edge.
Linus Karlsson anytime goal scorer (+460)
- Edge: 14.8%
- Probability: 32.6%
- Game: Bruins vs. Canucks (10:00PM ET)
Our model has flagged value on Vancouver's Linus Karlsson scoring a goal. A probability of 32.6% gives this play an edge of 14.8% at +460 odds.
Jonatan Berggren anytime goal scorer (+600)
- Edge: 8.7%
- Probability: 23.0%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Blues (4:00PM ET)
Jonatan Berggren’s anytime goal scorer prop shows a 23.0% probability and an 8.7% edge at +600 odds, according to our model.
Ilya Mikheyev anytime goal scorer (+475)
- Edge: 8.7%
- Probability: 26.1%
- Game: Blackhawks vs. Capitals (7:00PM ET)
The data highlights value on Ilya Mikheyev anytime goal scorer, with simulations showing a 26.1% probability and an 8.7% edge at +475.
Noah Dobson over 1.5 shots on goal (-135)
- Edge: 8.2%
- Probability: 65.6%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Blues (4:00PM ET)
Our model finds value on Noah Dobson over 1.5 shots on goal, with a 65.6% probability and an edge of 8.2% at -135 odds.
Nick Foligno anytime goal scorer (+850)
- Edge: 8.0%
- Probability: 18.5%
- Game: Blackhawks vs. Capitals (7:00PM ET)
Simulations indicate value on Nick Foligno as an anytime goal scorer for Chicago, showing an edge of 8.0% at +850 odds.
Aatu Raty anytime goal scorer (+900)
- Edge: 7.7%
- Probability: 17.7%
- Game: Bruins vs. Canucks (10:00PM ET)
Aatu Raty’s anytime goal scorer prop shows an edge of 7.7% at +900 odds, supported by a 17.7% probability according to our model.
Aliaksei Protas anytime goal scorer (+310)
- Edge: 7.7%
- Probability: 32.1%
- Game: Blackhawks vs. Capitals (7:00PM ET)
Our model highlights value on Aliaksei Protas anytime goal scorer for Washington, with a 32.1% probability and a 7.7% edge at +310 odds.
Pavol Regenda anytime goal scorer (+500)
- Edge: 7.3%
- Probability: 23.9%
- Game: Lightning vs. Sharks (4:00PM ET)
The data shows value on Pavol Regenda anytime goal scorer, supported by a 23.9% probability at +500 odds and an edge of 7.3%.
Blake Lizotte anytime goal scorer (+900)
- Edge: 7.2%
- Probability: 17.2%
- Game: Penguins vs. Red Wings (12:00PM ET)
A 7.2% edge on the anytime goal line makes Blake Lizotte a value play in Penguins vs. Red Wings, supported by a 17.2% probability at +900 odds.
Matvei Michkov anytime goal scorer (+425)
- Edge: 7.2%
- Probability: 26.2%
- Game: Flyers vs. Oilers (3:30PM ET)
Simulations show value on Matvei Michkov anytime goal scorer here, with a 26.2% probability and 7.2% edge at +425 odds.
NHL player prop summary: Saturday, January 3, 2026
A quick summary of today’s top props by edge according to our model as of 5:11AM ET:
| Matchup | Prop | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruins vs. Canucks | Linus Karlsson anytime goal scorer | +460 @ FanDuel | 14.8% | 32.6% |
| Canadiens vs. Blues | Jonatan Berggren anytime goal scorer | +600 @ FanDuel | 8.7% | 23.0% |
| Blackhawks vs. Capitals | Ilya Mikheyev anytime goal scorer | +475 @ DraftKings | 8.2% | 65.6% |
| Canadiens vs. Blues | Noah Dobson over 1.5 shots on goal | -135 @ DraftKings | 8.2% | 65.6% |
| Blackhawks vs. Capitals | Nick Foligno anytime goal scorer | +850 @ DraftKings | 8.0% | 18.5% |
| Bruins vs. Canucks | Aatu Raty anytime goal scorer | +900 @ FanDuel | 7.7% | 17.7% |
| Blackhawks vs. Capitals | Aliaksei Protas anytime goal scorer | +310 @ FanDuel | 7.7% | 32.1% |
| Lightning vs. Sharks | Pavol Regenda anytime goal scorer | +500 @ DraftKings | 7.3% | 23.9% |
| Penguins vs. Red Wings | Blake Lizotte first goal scorer | +900 @ FanDuel | 7.2% | 17.2% |
| Flyers vs. Oilers | Matvei Michkov anytime goal scorer | +425 @ DraftKings | 7.2% | 26.2% |
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Conclusion
For January 3, 2026, our NHL prop bets feature players such as Linus Karlsson, Jonatan Berggren 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 encourages responsible gambling.
Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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