NHL player props today: Thursday's best props include Aaron Ekblad [3/12/2026]

Dimers' NHL props are live for March 12, 2026, with today's top betting edges led by the likes of Aaron Ekblad, Shea Theodore and Matthew Tkachuk.

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

List of NHL prop picks for Thursday, 3/12

Sourced from 235+ total props today, below are the top ten NHL player props for March 12, ranked by edge.

Aaron Ekblad to record an assist (+145)

• Edge: 14.6%
• Probability: 55.5%
• Game: Blue Jackets vs. Panthers (7:00PM ET)

Our model has flagged value on Florida's Aaron Ekblad going over 0.5 an assist. A probability of 55.5% gives this play an edge of 14.6% at +145 odds.

Aaron Ekblad to score a point (+115)

• Edge: 14.1%
• Probability: 60.6%
• Game: Blue Jackets vs. Panthers (7:00PM ET)

Aaron Ekblad’s a point prop shows a 60.6% probability and an 14.1% edge at +115 odds, according to our model.

Shea Theodore to record an assist (+180)

• Edge: 12.2%
• Probability: 47.9%
• Game: Penguins vs. Golden Knights (10:00PM ET)

The data highlights value on Shea Theodore to record an assist, with simulations showing a 47.9% probability and a 12.2% edge at +180.

Matthew Tkachuk anytime goal scorer (+160)

• Edge: 12.0%
• Probability: 50.5%
• Game: Blue Jackets vs. Panthers (7:00PM ET)

Our model finds value on Matthew Tkachuk to score a goal, with a 50.5% probability and an edge of 12.0% at +160 odds.

Gustav Forsling to score a point (+185)

• Edge: 11.2%
• Probability: 46.3%
• Game: Blue Jackets vs. Panthers (7:00PM ET)

Simulations indicate value on Gustav Forsling to score a point for Florida, showing an edge of 11.2% at +185 odds.

Lian Bichsel anytime goal scorer (+1800)

• Edge: 10.1%
• Probability: 15.3%
• Game: Oilers vs. Stars (8:00PM ET)

Lian Bichsel’s anytime goal scorer prop shows an edge of 10.1% at +1800 odds, supported by a 15.3% probability according to our model.

Shea Theodore to score a point (+130)

• Edge: 9.5%
• Probability: 53.0%
• Game: Penguins vs. Golden Knights (10:00PM ET)

Our model highlights value on Shea Theodore to score a point for Vegas, with a 53.0% probability and a 9.5% edge at +130 odds.

Sam Bennett anytime goal scorer (+180)

• Edge: 9.5%
• Probability: 45.2%
• Game: Blue Jackets vs. Panthers (7:00PM ET)

The data shows value on Sam Bennett anytime goal scorer, supported by a 45.2% probability at +180 odds and an edge of 9.5%.

Ryan Poehling anytime goal scorer (+550)

• Edge: 9.1%
• Probability: 24.5%
• Game: Ducks vs. Maple Leafs (7:00PM ET)

A 9.1% edge on the anytime goal line makes Ryan Poehling a value play in Ducks vs. Maple Leafs, supported by a 24.5% probability at +550 odds.

Evander Kane over 0.5 an assist (+290)

• Edge: 8.9%
• Probability: 34.6%
• Game: Predators vs. Canucks (10:00PM ET)

Simulations show value on Evander Kane over 0.5 an assist here, with a 34.6% probability and 8.9% edge at +290 odds.

NHL player prop summary: Thursday, March 12, 2026

A quick summary of today’s top props by edge according to our model as of 7:51PM ET:

Matchup	Prop	Odds	Edge	Probability
Blue Jackets vs. Panthers	Aaron Ekblad to record an assist	+145 @ DraftKings	14.6%	55.5%
Blue Jackets vs. Panthers	Aaron Ekblad to score a point	+115 @ DraftKings	14.1%	60.6%
Penguins vs. Golden Knights	Shea Theodore to record an assist	+180 @ DraftKings	12.0%	50.5%
Blue Jackets vs. Panthers	Matthew Tkachuk anytime goal scorer	+160 @ DraftKings	12.0%	50.5%
Blue Jackets vs. Panthers	Gustav Forsling to score a point	+185 @ DraftKings	11.2%	46.3%
Oilers vs. Stars	Lian Bichsel anytime goal scorer	+1800 @ DraftKings	10.1%	15.3%
Penguins vs. Golden Knights	Shea Theodore to score a point	+130 @ DraftKings	9.5%	53.0%
Blue Jackets vs. Panthers	Sam Bennett anytime goal scorer	+180 @ FanDuel	9.5%	45.2%
Ducks vs. Maple Leafs	Ryan Poehling first goal scorer	+550 @ DraftKings	9.1%	24.5%
Predators vs. Canucks	Evander Kane over 0.5 an assist	+290 @ DraftKings	8.9%	34.6%

Conclusion

For March 12, 2026, our NHL prop bets feature players such as Aaron Ekblad, Shea Theodore and Matthew Tkachuk. 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.