NHL player props today: Wednesday's best props include Max Sasson [1/21/2026]

Dimers' NHL props are live for January 21, 2026, with today's top betting edges led by the likes of Max Sasson, Zeev Buium and Linus Karlsson.

Our NHL player props model runs continuously, analyzing every matchup, including Penguins vs. Flames and Ducks vs. Avalanche, to surface the best NHL player prop bets across the market.

List of NHL prop picks for Wednesday, 1/21

Sourced from 90+ total props today, below are the top ten NHL player props for January 21, ranked by edge.

Max Sasson anytime goal scorer (+700)

• Edge: 12.8%
• Probability: 25.3%
• Game: Capitals vs. Canucks (10:00PM ET)

Our model has found value on Vancouver's Max Sasson scoring a goal. A probability of 25.3% gives this play an edge of 12.8% at +700 odds.

Zeev Buium to score a point (+180)

• Edge: 9.9%
• Probability: 45.6%
• Game: Capitals vs. Canucks (10:00PM ET)

Zeev Buium’s a point prop shows a 45.6% probability and an 9.9% edge at +180 odds, according to our model.

Linus Karlsson anytime goal scorer (+425)

• Edge: 8.8%
• Probability: 27.9%
• Game: Capitals vs. Canucks (10:00PM ET)

The data highlights value on Linus Karlsson anytime goal scorer, with simulations showing a 27.9% probability and an 8.8% edge at +425.

Nils Hoglander anytime goal scorer (+850)

• Edge: 8.5%
• Probability: 19.0%
• Game: Capitals vs. Canucks (10:00PM ET)

Our model finds value on Nils Hoglander to score a goal, with a 19.0% probability and an edge of 8.5% at +850 odds.

Zeev Buium to record an assist (+220)

• Edge: 8.2%
• Probability: 39.4%
• Game: Capitals vs. Canucks (10:00PM ET)

Simulations indicate value on Zeev Buium to record an assist for Vancouver, showing an edge of 8.2% at +220 odds.

Kevin Stenlund anytime goal scorer (+850)

• Edge: 7.8%
• Probability: 18.3%
• Game: Flyers vs. Mammoth (9:00PM ET)

Kevin Stenlund’s anytime goal scorer prop shows an edge of 7.8% at +850 odds, supported by a 18.3% probability according to our model.

Alex Ovechkin over 2.5 shots on goal (-135)

• Edge: 7.1%
• Probability: 64.6%
• Game: Capitals vs. Canucks (10:00PM ET)

Our model highlights value on Alex Ovechkin over 2.5 shots on goal for Washington, with a 64.6% probability and a 7.1% edge at -135 odds.

Evander Kane to score a point (+135)

• Edge: 7.1%
• Probability: 49.7%
• Game: Capitals vs. Canucks (10:00PM ET)

The data shows value on Evander Kane to score a point, supported by a 49.7% probability at +135 odds and an edge of 7.1%.

Ben Meyers anytime goal scorer (+900)

• Edge: 6.7%
• Probability: 16.7%
• Game: Islanders vs. Kraken (9:30PM ET)

A 6.7% edge on the anytime goal line makes Ben Meyers a value play in Islanders vs. Kraken, supported by a 16.7% probability at +900 odds.

Ryan Leonard over 1.5 shots on goal (-135)

• Edge: 6.0%
• Probability: 63.5%
• Game: Capitals vs. Canucks (10:00PM ET)

Simulations show value on Ryan Leonard over 1.5 shots on goal here, with a 63.5% probability and 6.0% edge at -135 odds.

NHL player prop summary: Wednesday, January 21, 2026

A quick summary of today’s top props by edge according to our model as of 9:56PM ET:

Matchup	Prop	Odds	Edge	Probability
Capitals vs. Canucks	Max Sasson anytime goal scorer	+700 @ FanDuel	12.8%	25.3%
Capitals vs. Canucks	Zeev Buium to score a point	+180 @ DraftKings	9.9%	45.6%
Capitals vs. Canucks	Linus Karlsson anytime goal scorer	+425 @ DraftKings	8.5%	19.0%
Capitals vs. Canucks	Nils Hoglander anytime goal scorer	+850 @ DraftKings	8.5%	19.0%
Capitals vs. Canucks	Zeev Buium to record an assist	+220 @ DraftKings	8.2%	39.4%
Flyers vs. Mammoth	Kevin Stenlund anytime goal scorer	+850 @ DraftKings	7.8%	18.3%
Capitals vs. Canucks	Alex Ovechkin over 2.5 shots on goal	-135 @ DraftKings	7.1%	64.6%
Capitals vs. Canucks	Evander Kane to score a point	+135 @ DraftKings	7.1%	49.7%
Islanders vs. Kraken	Ben Meyers first goal scorer	+900 @ FanDuel	6.7%	16.7%
Capitals vs. Canucks	Ryan Leonard over 1.5 shots on goal	-135 @ BetMGM	6.0%	63.5%

Conclusion

For January 21, 2026, our NHL prop bets feature players such as Max Sasson, Zeev Buium and Linus Karlsson. 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.