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NHL Playoffs player props today: Saturday's best props include Shea Theodore [5/1/2026]
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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 02, 2026, with today's top prop bets led by the likes of Shea Theodore, Darren Raddysh and Ivan Demidov.
Our NHL player props model runs continuously, analyzing every Playoffs matchup, including Sabres vs. Bruins and Lightning vs. Canadiens, to surface the best NHL player prop bets across the market.
List of NHL prop picks for Saturday's playoffs, 5/1
Sourced from 45+ total props today, below are the top ten NHL player props for May 1, ranked by probability.
Shea Theodore under 2.5 shots on goal (-165)
- Edge: 3.9%
- Probability: 66.2%
- Game: Golden Knights vs. Mammoth (10:00PM ET)
Our model has flagged value on Vegas' Shea Theodore going under 2.5 shots on goal. A probability of 66.2% gives this play an edge of 3.9% at -165 odds.
Darren Raddysh under 3.5 shots on goal (-145)
- Edge: 4.3%
- Probability: 63.5%
- Game: Lightning vs. Canadiens (7:00PM ET)
Darren Raddysh’s shots on goal prop shows a 63.5% probability and an 4.3% edge at -145 odds, according to our model.
Ivan Demidov over 1.5 shots on goal (-125)
- Edge: 5.4%
- Probability: 60.9%
- Game: Lightning vs. Canadiens (7:00PM ET)
The data highlights value on Ivan Demidov over 1.5 shots on goal, with simulations showing a 60.9% probability and a 5.4% edge at -125.
Juraj Slafkovsky under 2.5 shots on goal (-110)
- Edge: 6.7%
- Probability: 59.1%
- Game: Lightning vs. Canadiens (7:00PM ET)
Our model finds value on Juraj Slafkovsky under 2.5 shots on goal, with a 59.1% probability and an edge of 6.7% at -110 odds.
Barrett Hayton under 1.5 shots on goal (-125)
- Edge: 3.5%
- Probability: 59.0%
- Game: Golden Knights vs. Mammoth (10:00PM ET)
Simulations indicate value on Barrett Hayton under 1.5 shots on goal for Utah, showing an edge of 3.5% at -125 odds.
Michael Eyssimont over 1.5 shots on goal (-110)
- Edge: 6.1%
- Probability: 58.5%
- Game: Sabres vs. Bruins (7:30PM ET)
Michael Eyssimont’s shots on goal prop shows an edge of 6.1% at -110 odds, supported by a 58.5% probability according to our model.
Dylan Guenther under 3.5 shots on goal (-105)
- Edge: 5.2%
- Probability: 56.4%
- Game: Golden Knights vs. Mammoth (10:00PM ET)
Our model highlights value on Dylan Guenther under 3.5 shots on goal for Utah, with a 56.4% probability and a 5.2% edge at -105 odds.
Anthony Cirelli over 1.5 shots on goal (+105)
- Edge: 3.0%
- Probability: 51.8%
- Game: Lightning vs. Canadiens (7:00PM ET)
The data shows value on Anthony Cirelli over 1.5 shots on goal, supported by a 51.8% probability at +105 odds and an edge of 3.0%.
Bowen Byram under 1.5 shots on goal (+120)
- Edge: 4.5%
- Probability: 50.0%
- Game: Sabres vs. Bruins (7:30PM ET)
A 4.5% edge on the under 1.5 shots on goal line makes Bowen Byram a value play in Sabres vs. Bruins, supported by a 50.0% probability at +120 odds.
Mikhail Sergachev under 1.5 shots on goal (+125)
- Edge: 3.4%
- Probability: 47.8%
- Game: Golden Knights vs. Mammoth (10:00PM ET)
Simulations show value on Mikhail Sergachev under 1.5 shots on goal here, with a 47.8% probability and 3.4% edge at +125 odds.
NHL player prop summary: Friday, May 1, 2026
A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 12:02AM ET:
| Matchup | Prop | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Knights vs. Mammoth | Shea Theodore under 2.5 shots on goal | -165 @ BetMGM | 3.9% | 66.2% |
| Lightning vs. Canadiens | Darren Raddysh under 3.5 shots on goal | -145 @ DraftKings | 4.3% | 63.5% |
| Lightning vs. Canadiens | Ivan Demidov over 1.5 shots on goal | -125 @ DraftKings | 6.7% | 59.1% |
| Lightning vs. Canadiens | Juraj Slafkovsky under 2.5 shots on goal | -110 @ BetMGM | 6.7% | 59.1% |
| Golden Knights vs. Mammoth | Barrett Hayton under 1.5 shots on goal | -125 @ BetMGM | 3.5% | 59.0% |
| Sabres vs. Bruins | Michael Eyssimont over 1.5 shots on goal | -110 @ BetMGM | 6.1% | 58.5% |
| Golden Knights vs. Mammoth | Dylan Guenther under 3.5 shots on goal | -105 @ BetMGM | 5.2% | 56.4% |
| Lightning vs. Canadiens | Anthony Cirelli over 1.5 shots on goal | +105 @ DraftKings | 3.0% | 51.8% |
| Sabres vs. Bruins | Bowen Byram under 1.5 shots on goal | +120 @ BetMGM | 4.5% | 50.0% |
| Golden Knights vs. Mammoth | Mikhail Sergachev under 1.5 shots on goal | +125 @ BetMGM | 3.4% | 47.8% |
Conclusion
For May 1, 2026, our NHL prop bets feature players such as Shea Theodore, Darren Raddysh and Ivan Demidov. 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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