NHL player props today: Saturday's best props include Patrick Kane [10/3/2026]

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NHL prop bets for October 3, 2026 are based on the latest odds and projections for Saturday's hockey games.

Dimers' NHL player props are live for October 3, 2026, with today's top prop bets led by the likes of Patrick Kane, Nikolaj Ehlers and Evgeni Malkin.

Our NHL player props model runs continuously to analyze every matchup and surface the best NHL player prop bets across the market. Today, that includes Blackhawks vs. Sabres and Mammoth vs. Blue Jackets.

List of NHL prop bets for Saturday, 10/3

Sourced from 130+ total NHL props on site today, below are the top 10 NHL player props for October 3, ranked by probability.

Patrick Kane to score a point (-140)

Our model has flagged value on Blackhawks' Patrick Kane going over 0.5 a point. A probability of 60.3% gives this play an edge of 2.0% at -140 odds.

 

Nikolaj Ehlers to score a point (-120)

Nikolaj Ehlers’s a point prop shows a 59.2% probability and an 4.7% edge at -120 odds, according to our model.

 

Evgeni Malkin to score a point (-135)

The data highlights value on Evgeni Malkin to score a point, with simulations showing a 58.7% probability and a 1.2% edge at -135.

 

Filip Hronek to score a point (-110)

Our model finds value on Filip Hronek to score a point, with a 55.5% probability and an edge of 3.1% at -110 odds.

 

Valeri Nichushkin to score a point (+120)

Simulations indicate value on Valeri Nichushkin to score a point for Blue Jackets, showing an edge of 6.0% at +120 odds.

 

Filip Hronek to record an assist (+130)

Filip Hronek’s assist prop shows an edge of 6.5% at +130 odds, supported by a 50.0% probability according to our model.

 

David Pastrnak to record an assist (+125)

Our model highlights value on David Pastrnak to record an assist for Bruins, with a 47.9% probability and a 3.4% edge at +125 odds.

 

Logan Stankoven to score a point (+115)

The data shows value on Logan Stankoven to score a point, supported by a 47.8% probability at +115 odds and an edge of 1.3%.

 

Shayne Gostisbehere to score a point (+115)

A 1.3% edge on the point line makes Shayne Gostisbehere a value play in Hurricanes vs. Flyers, supported by a 47.8% probability at +115 odds.

 

Sebastian Aho to score a point (+135)

Simulations show value on Sebastian Aho to score a point here, with a 46.5% probability and 3.9% edge at +135 odds.

 

NHL player prop summary: Saturday, October 3, 2026

A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 2:31PM ET:

Matchup Prop Odds Edge Prob.
Blackhawks vs. Sabres Patrick Kane to score a point -140 @ DraftKings 2.0% 60.3%
Hurricanes vs. Flyers Nikolaj Ehlers to score a point -120 @ DraftKings 4.7% 59.2%
Canadiens vs. Penguins Evgeni Malkin to score a point -135 @ DraftKings 3.1% 55.5%
Flames vs. Canucks Filip Hronek to score a point -110 @ DraftKings 3.1% 55.5%
Mammoth vs. Blue Jackets Valeri Nichushkin to score a point +120 @ DraftKings 6.0% 51.4%
Flames vs. Canucks Filip Hronek to record an assist +130 @ DraftKings 6.5% 50.0%
Bruins vs. Wild David Pastrnak to record an assist +125 @ DraftKings 3.4% 47.9%
Hurricanes vs. Flyers Logan Stankoven to score a point +115 @ DraftKings 1.3% 47.8%
Hurricanes vs. Flyers Shayne Gostisbehere to score a point +115 @ DraftKings 1.3% 47.8%
Hurricanes vs. Flyers Sebastian Aho to score a point +135 @ DraftKings 3.9% 46.5%

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Conclusion

For October 3, 2026, our NHL prop bets feature players such as Patrick Kane, Nikolaj Ehlers and Evgeni Malkin. 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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