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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get NHL player props today with projections for Thursday's games.
Dimers' NHL player props are live for October 8, 2026, with today's top prop bets led by the likes of Tage Thompson, Tim Stutzle and Josh Doan.
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 Stars vs. Sabres and Canucks vs. Hurricanes.
List of NHL prop bets for Thursday, 10/8
Below are the top seven NHL player props for October 8, ranked by probability.
Tage Thompson anytime goal scorer (+165)
- Edge: 2.9%
- Probability: 40.6%
- Game: Stars vs. Sabres (7:00PM ET)
Our model has flagged value on Sabres' Tage Thompson scoring a goal. A probability of 40.6% gives this play an edge of 2.9% at +165 odds.
Tim Stutzle anytime goal scorer (+195)
- Edge: 2.4%
- Probability: 36.3%
- Game: Flyers vs. Senators (7:00PM ET)
Tim Stutzle’s anytime goal scorer prop shows a 36.3% probability and an 2.4% edge at +195 odds, according to our model.
Josh Doan anytime goal scorer (+290)
- Edge: 3.6%
- Probability: 29.2%
- Game: Stars vs. Sabres (7:00PM ET)
The data highlights value on Josh Doan anytime goal scorer, with simulations showing a 29.2% probability and a 3.6% edge at +290.
Tyson Foerster anytime goal scorer (+290)
- Edge: 2.4%
- Probability: 28.1%
- Game: Flyers vs. Senators (7:00PM ET)
Our model finds value on Tyson Foerster to score a goal, with a 28.1% probability and an edge of 2.4% at +290 odds.
Marco Rossi anytime goal scorer (+350)
- Edge: 1.6%
- Probability: 23.9%
- Game: Canucks vs. Hurricanes (7:00PM ET)
Simulations indicate value on Marco Rossi as an anytime goal scorer for Canucks, showing an edge of 1.6% at +350 odds.
Arttu Hyry anytime goal scorer (+800)
- Edge: 2.6%
- Probability: 13.7%
- Game: Stars vs. Sabres (7:00PM ET)
Arttu Hyry’s anytime goal scorer prop shows an edge of 2.6% at +800 odds, supported by a 13.7% probability according to our model.
Mattias Samuelsson anytime goal scorer (+700)
- Edge: 1.1%
- Probability: 13.6%
- Game: Stars vs. Sabres (7:00PM ET)
Our model highlights value on Mattias Samuelsson anytime goal scorer for Sabres, with a 13.6% probability and a 1.1% edge at +700 odds.
NHL player prop summary: Thursday, October 8, 2026
A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 2:16AM ET:
| Matchup | Prop | Odds | Edge | Prob. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stars vs. Sabres | Tage Thompson anytime goal scorer | +165 @ DraftKings | 2.9% | 40.6% |
| Flyers vs. Senators | Tim Stutzle anytime goal scorer | +195 @ FanDuel | 2.4% | 36.3% |
| Stars vs. Sabres | Josh Doan anytime goal scorer | +290 @ DraftKings | 2.4% | 28.1% |
| Flyers vs. Senators | Tyson Foerster anytime goal scorer | +290 @ FanDuel | 2.4% | 28.1% |
| Canucks vs. Hurricanes | Marco Rossi anytime goal scorer | +350 @ FanDuel | 1.6% | 23.9% |
| Stars vs. Sabres | Arttu Hyry anytime goal scorer | +800 @ DraftKings | 2.6% | 13.7% |
| Stars vs. Sabres | Mattias Samuelsson anytime goal scorer | +700 @ DraftKings | 1.1% | 13.6% |
Conclusion
For October 8, 2026, our NHL prop bets feature players such as Tage Thompson, Tim Stutzle and Josh Doan. 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 encourages 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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