NHL player props today: Sunday's best props include Zach Werenski [10/18/2026]
Get NHL player props today with projections for Sunday's games.

Dimers' NHL player props are live for October 18, 2026, with today's top prop bets led by the likes of Zach Werenski, Sean Walker and Charlie Coyle.
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 Hurricanes vs. Flames and Blue Jackets vs. Wild.
List of NHL prop bets for Sunday, 10/18
Below are the top 10 NHL player props for October 18, ranked by probability.
Zach Werenski over 2.5 shots on goal (-175)
- Edge: 4.4%
- Probability: 68.0%
- Game: Blue Jackets vs. Wild (6:00PM ET)
Our model has flagged value on Blue Jackets' Zach Werenski going over 2.5 shots on goal. A probability of 68.0% gives this play an edge of 4.4% at -175 odds.
Sean Walker over 1.5 shots on goal (-115)
- Edge: 3.1%
- Probability: 56.6%
- Game: Hurricanes vs. Flames (8:00PM ET)
Sean Walker’s shots on goal prop shows a 56.6% probability and an 3.1% edge at -115 odds, according to our model.
Charlie Coyle to score a point (+110)
- Edge: 1.7%
- Probability: 49.3%
- Game: Blue Jackets vs. Wild (6:00PM ET)
The data highlights value on Charlie Coyle to score a point, with simulations showing a 49.3% probability and a 1.7% edge at +110.
Mikael Backlund to score a point (+155)
- Edge: 1.7%
- Probability: 40.9%
- Game: Hurricanes vs. Flames (8:00PM ET)
Our model finds value on Mikael Backlund to score a point, with a 40.9% probability and an edge of 1.7% at +155 odds.
Bobby Brink to score a point (+160)
- Edge: 1.6%
- Probability: 40.1%
- Game: Blue Jackets vs. Wild (6:00PM ET)
Simulations indicate value on Bobby Brink to score a point for Wild, showing an edge of 1.6% at +160 odds.
Charlie Coyle to record an assist (+205)
- Edge: 3.2%
- Probability: 36.0%
- Game: Blue Jackets vs. Wild (6:00PM ET)
Charlie Coyle’s assist prop shows an edge of 3.2% at +205 odds, supported by a 36.0% probability according to our model.
Danila Yurov to score a point (+195)
- Edge: 1.3%
- Probability: 35.2%
- Game: Blue Jackets vs. Wild (6:00PM ET)
Our model highlights value on Danila Yurov to score a point for Wild, with a 35.2% probability and a 1.3% edge at +195 odds.
Damon Severson to record an assist (+285)
- Edge: 4.2%
- Probability: 30.2%
- Game: Blue Jackets vs. Wild (6:00PM ET)
The data shows value on Damon Severson to record an assist, supported by a 30.2% probability at +285 odds and an edge of 4.2%.
Mark Jankowski anytime goal scorer (+350)
- Edge: 4.7%
- Probability: 26.9%
- Game: Hurricanes vs. Flames (8:00PM ET)
A 4.7% edge on the anytime goal line makes Mark Jankowski a value play in Hurricanes vs. Flames, supported by a 26.9% probability at +350 odds.
Bradly Nadeau anytime goal scorer (+380)
- Edge: 2.8%
- Probability: 23.7%
- Game: Hurricanes vs. Flames (8:00PM ET)
Simulations show value on Bradly Nadeau anytime goal scorer here, with a 23.7% probability and 2.8% edge at +380 odds.
NHL player prop summary: Sunday, October 18, 2026
A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 5:56PM ET:
| Matchup | Prop | Odds | Edge | Prob. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Jackets vs. Wild | Zach Werenski over 2.5 shots on goal | -175 @ DraftKings | 4.4% | 68.0% |
| Hurricanes vs. Flames | Sean Walker over 1.5 shots on goal | -115 @ DraftKings | 3.1% | 56.6% |
| Blue Jackets vs. Wild | Charlie Coyle to score a point | +110 @ DraftKings | 1.7% | 40.9% |
| Hurricanes vs. Flames | Mikael Backlund to score a point | +155 @ DraftKings | 1.7% | 40.9% |
| Blue Jackets vs. Wild | Bobby Brink to score a point | +160 @ DraftKings | 1.6% | 40.1% |
| Blue Jackets vs. Wild | Charlie Coyle to record an assist | +205 @ DraftKings | 3.2% | 36.0% |
| Blue Jackets vs. Wild | Danila Yurov to score a point | +195 @ DraftKings | 1.3% | 35.2% |
| Blue Jackets vs. Wild | Damon Severson to record an assist | +285 @ DraftKings | 4.2% | 30.2% |
| Hurricanes vs. Flames | Mark Jankowski first goal scorer | +350 @ DraftKings | 4.7% | 26.9% |
| Hurricanes vs. Flames | Bradly Nadeau anytime goal scorer | +380 @ DraftKings | 2.8% | 23.7% |
Conclusion
For October 18, 2026, our NHL prop bets feature players such as Zach Werenski, Sean Walker and Charlie Coyle. 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.



