NHL Playoffs player props today: Tuesday's best props include Sam Malinski [4/21/2026]

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

NHL Prop Bets.
NHL prop bets for April 21, 2026 are based on the latest odds and projections for Tuesday's hockey games.

Dimers' NHL props are live for April 21, 2026, with today's top prop bets led by the likes of Sam Malinski, Mark Stone and Jack Eichel.

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

List of NHL prop bets for Tuesday's playoffs, 4/21

Sourced from 65+ total props today, below are the top ten NHL player props for April 21, ranked by probability.

Sam Malinski under 2.5 shots on goal (-160)

Our model has found value on Colorado's Sam Malinski going under 2.5 shots on goal. A probability of 65.5% gives this play an edge of 4.0% at -160 odds.

 

Mark Stone under 2.5 shots on goal (-140)

Mark Stone’s shots on goal prop shows a 64.9% probability and an 6.6% edge at -140 odds, according to our model.

 

Jack Eichel under 3.5 shots on goal (-145)

The data highlights value on Jack Eichel under 3.5 shots on goal, with simulations showing a 63.2% probability and a 4.0% edge at -145.

 

Mikhail Sergachev under 1.5 shots on goal (+125)

Our model finds value on Mikhail Sergachev under 1.5 shots on goal, with a 49.6% probability and an edge of 5.1% at +125 odds.

 

Shea Theodore to score a point (+120)

Simulations indicate value on Shea Theodore to score a point for Vegas, showing an edge of 2.3% at +120 odds.

 

Shea Theodore to record an assist (+160)

Shea Theodore’s assist prop shows an edge of 4.4% at +160 odds, supported by a 42.9% probability according to our model.

 

JJ Peterka to score a point (+145)

Our model highlights value on JJ Peterka to score a point for Utah, with a 42.4% probability and a 1.6% edge at +145 odds.

 

Mikhail Sergachev to record an assist (+185)

The data shows value on Mikhail Sergachev to record an assist, supported by a 41.9% probability at +185 odds and an edge of 6.8%.

 

Noah Hanifin to score a point (+150)

A 1.4% edge on the point line makes Noah Hanifin a value play in Mammoth vs. Golden Knights, supported by a 41.4% probability at +150 odds.

 

Brett Howden to score a point (+190)

Simulations show value on Brett Howden to score a point here, with a 36.8% probability and 2.3% edge at +190 odds.

 

NHL player prop summary: Tuesday, April 21, 2026

A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 8:57PM ET:

Matchup Prop Odds Edge Probability
Kings vs. Avalanche Sam Malinski under 2.5 shots on goal -160 @ BetMGM 4.0% 65.5%
Mammoth vs. Golden Knights Mark Stone under 2.5 shots on goal -140 @ BetMGM 6.6% 64.9%
Mammoth vs. Golden Knights Jack Eichel under 3.5 shots on goal -145 @ DraftKings 5.1% 49.6%
Mammoth vs. Golden Knights Mikhail Sergachev under 1.5 shots on goal +125 @ BetMGM 5.1% 49.6%
Mammoth vs. Golden Knights Shea Theodore to score a point +120 @ DraftKings 2.3% 47.7%
Mammoth vs. Golden Knights Shea Theodore to record an assist +160 @ DraftKings 4.4% 42.9%
Mammoth vs. Golden Knights JJ Peterka to score a point +145 @ DraftKings 1.6% 42.4%
Mammoth vs. Golden Knights Mikhail Sergachev to record an assist +185 @ DraftKings 6.8% 41.9%
Mammoth vs. Golden Knights Noah Hanifin to score a point +150 @ DraftKings 1.4% 41.4%
Mammoth vs. Golden Knights Brett Howden to score a point +190 @ DraftKings 2.3% 36.8%
 

Conclusion

For April 21, 2026, our NHL prop bets feature players such as Sam Malinski, Mark Stone and Jack Eichel. 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, 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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