NHL player props today: Thursday's best props include Ivan Demidov [1/7/2026]

Ivan Demidov over 1.5 shots on goal (-125)

• Edge: 7.2%
• Probability: 62.7%
• Game: Flames vs. Canadiens (7:30PM ET)

Our model has found value on Montreal's Ivan Demidov going over 1.5 shots on goal. A probability of 62.7% gives this play an edge of 7.2% at -125 odds.

Ilya Mikheyev anytime goal scorer (+380)

• Edge: 6.8%
• Probability: 27.6%
• Game: Blues vs. Blackhawks (9:30PM ET)

Ilya Mikheyev’s anytime goal scorer prop shows a 27.6% probability and an 6.8% edge at +380 odds, according to our model.

Nick Foligno anytime goal scorer (+600)

• Edge: 6.5%
• Probability: 20.8%
• Game: Blues vs. Blackhawks (9:30PM ET)

The data highlights value on Nick Foligno anytime goal scorer, with simulations showing a 20.8% probability and a 6.5% edge at +600.

Samuel Helenius anytime goal scorer (+1000)

• Edge: 5.5%
• Probability: 14.6%
• Game: Sharks vs. Kings (10:30PM ET)

Our model finds value on Samuel Helenius to score a goal, with a 14.6% probability and an edge of 5.5% at +1000 odds.

Yegor Sharangovich anytime goal scorer (+350)

• Edge: 5.1%
• Probability: 27.3%
• Game: Flames vs. Canadiens (7:30PM ET)

Simulations indicate value on Yegor Sharangovich as an anytime goal scorer for Calgary, showing an edge of 5.1% at +350 odds.

Justin Sourdif to record an assist (+230)

• Edge: 4.7%
• Probability: 35.0%
• Game: Stars vs. Capitals (7:00PM ET)

Justin Sourdif’s assist prop shows an edge of 4.7% at +230 odds, supported by a 35.0% probability according to our model.

Adam Klapka anytime goal scorer (+750)

• Edge: 4.7%
• Probability: 16.5%
• Game: Flames vs. Canadiens (7:30PM ET)

Our model highlights value on Adam Klapka anytime goal scorer for Calgary, with a 16.5% probability and a 4.7% edge at +750 odds.

Jordan Kyrou anytime goal scorer (+290)

• Edge: 4.5%
• Probability: 30.2%
• Game: Blues vs. Blackhawks (9:30PM ET)

The data shows value on Jordan Kyrou anytime goal scorer, supported by a 30.2% probability at +290 odds and an edge of 4.5%.

Fabian Zetterlund anytime goal scorer (+600)

• Edge: 4.5%
• Probability: 18.8%
• Game: Senators vs. Mammoth (9:30PM ET)

A 4.5% edge on the anytime goal line makes Fabian Zetterlund a value play in Senators vs. Mammoth, supported by a 18.8% probability at +600 odds.

Pavol Regenda first goal scorer (+2500)

• Edge: 4.4%
• Probability: 8.2%
• Game: Sharks vs. Kings (10:30PM ET)

Simulations show value on Pavol Regenda first goal scorer here, with a 8.2% probability and 4.4% edge at +2500 odds.

NHL player prop summary: Wednesday, January 7, 2026

A quick summary of today’s top props by edge according to our model as of 12:00AM ET:

Matchup	Prop	Odds	Edge	Probability
Flames vs. Canadiens	Ivan Demidov over 1.5 shots on goal	-125 @ DraftKings	7.2%	62.7%
Blues vs. Blackhawks	Ilya Mikheyev anytime goal scorer	+380 @ FanDuel	6.8%	27.6%
Blues vs. Blackhawks	Nick Foligno anytime goal scorer	+600 @ FanDuel	5.5%	14.6%
Sharks vs. Kings	Samuel Helenius anytime goal scorer	+1000 @ FanDuel	5.5%	14.6%
Flames vs. Canadiens	Yegor Sharangovich anytime goal scorer	+350 @ FanDuel	5.1%	27.3%
Stars vs. Capitals	Justin Sourdif to record an assist	+230 @ DraftKings	4.7%	35.0%
Flames vs. Canadiens	Adam Klapka anytime goal scorer	+750 @ FanDuel	4.7%	16.5%
Blues vs. Blackhawks	Jordan Kyrou anytime goal scorer	+290 @ FanDuel	4.5%	30.2%
Senators vs. Mammoth	Fabian Zetterlund first goal scorer	+600 @ FanDuel	4.5%	18.8%
Sharks vs. Kings	Pavol Regenda first goal scorer	+2500 @ DraftKings	4.4%	8.2%

Conclusion

For January 7, 2026, our NHL prop bets feature players such as Ivan Demidov, Ilya Mikheyev and Nick Foligno. 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.