NHL Playoffs player props today: Thursday's best props include Matvei Michkov [5/7/2026]

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Get NHL player props today with projections for Thursday's games.

NHL Prop Bets.
NHL prop bets for May 7, 2026 are based on the latest odds and projections for Thursday's hockey games.

Dimers' NHL props are live for May 07, 2026, with today's top prop bets led by the likes of Matvei Michkov, Sean Walker and Porter Martone.

Our NHL player props model runs continuously, analyzing every Playoffs matchup, including today's Hurricanes vs. Flyers clash, to surface the best NHL player prop bets across the market.

List of NHL prop picks for Thursday's playoffs, 5/7

Sourced from 25+ total props today, below are the top ten NHL player props for May 7, ranked by probability.

Matvei Michkov under 1.5 shots on goal (-110)

Our model has found value on Philadelphia's Matvei Michkov going under 1.5 shots on goal. A probability of 56.0% gives this play an edge of 3.7% at -110 odds.

 

Sean Walker over 1.5 shots on goal (-110)

Sean Walker’s shots on goal prop shows a 56.0% probability and an 3.6% edge at -110 odds, according to our model.

 

Porter Martone to score a point (+124)

The data highlights value on Porter Martone to score a point, with simulations showing a 47.0% probability and a 2.4% edge at +124.

 

Nikolaj Ehlers to record an assist (+154)

Our model finds value on Nikolaj Ehlers to record an assist, with a 43.3% probability and an edge of 3.9% at +154 odds.

 

Jamie Drysdale to score a point (+185)

Simulations indicate value on Jamie Drysdale to score a point for Philadelphia, showing an edge of 6.9% at +185 odds.

 

Jalen Chatfield over 1.5 shots on goal (+165)

Jalen Chatfield’s shots on goal prop shows an edge of 3.9% at +165 odds, supported by a 41.6% probability according to our model.

 

Sean Couturier to score a point (+185)

Our model highlights value on Sean Couturier to score a point for Philadelphia, with a 39.1% probability and a 4.0% edge at +185 odds.

 

Jordan Martinook to score a point (+230)

The data shows value on Jordan Martinook to score a point, supported by a 34.9% probability at +230 odds and an edge of 4.6%.

 

Jamie Drysdale to record an assist (+230)

A 3.9% edge on the assist line makes Jamie Drysdale a value play in Hurricanes vs. Flyers, supported by a 34.2% probability at +230 odds.

 

Travis Sanheim to record an assist (+270)

Simulations show value on Travis Sanheim to record an assist here, with a 29.2% probability and 2.2% edge at +270 odds.

 

NHL player prop summary: Thursday, May 7, 2026

A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 7:59PM ET:

Prop Odds Edge Probability
Matvei Michkov under 1.5 shots on goal -110 @ DraftKings 3.7% 56.0%
Sean Walker over 1.5 shots on goal -110 @ BetMGM 3.6% 56.0%
Porter Martone to score a point +124 @ DraftKings 3.9% 43.3%
Nikolaj Ehlers to record an assist +154 @ DraftKings 3.9% 43.3%
Jamie Drysdale to score a point +185 @ DraftKings 6.9% 42.0%
Jalen Chatfield over 1.5 shots on goal +165 @ DraftKings 3.9% 41.6%
Sean Couturier to score a point +185 @ DraftKings 4.0% 39.1%
Jordan Martinook to score a point +230 @ DraftKings 4.6% 34.9%
Jamie Drysdale to record an assist +230 @ DraftKings 3.9% 34.2%
Travis Sanheim to record an assist +270 @ DraftKings 2.2% 29.2%
 

Conclusion

For May 7, 2026, our NHL prop bets feature players such as Matvei Michkov, Sean Walker and Porter Martone. 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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Jason Bevilacqua
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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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