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Read Article NHL Playoffs player props today: Friday's best props include Alexandre Texier [5/29/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get NHL player props today with projections for Friday's games.
Dimers' NHL props are live for May 29, 2026, with today's top prop bets led by the likes of Alexandre Texier, Ivan Demidov and Nikolaj Ehlers.
Our NHL player props model runs continuously, analyzing every Playoffs matchup, including today's Canadiens vs. Hurricanes clash, to surface the best NHL player prop bets across the market.
List of NHL prop picks for Friday's playoffs, 5/29
Below are the top ten NHL player props for May 29, ranked by probability.
Alexandre Texier over 0.5 shots on goal (-140)
- Edge: 7.7%
- Probability: 66.0%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Hurricanes (8:00PM ET)
Our model has found value on Montreal's Alexandre Texier going over 0.5 shots on goal. A probability of 66.0% gives this play an edge of 7.7% at -140 odds.
Ivan Demidov over 1.5 shots on goal (+100)
- Edge: 6.9%
- Probability: 56.9%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Hurricanes (8:00PM ET)
Ivan Demidov’s shots on goal prop shows a 56.9% probability and an 6.9% edge at +100 odds, according to our model.
Nikolaj Ehlers over 2.5 shots on goal (-110)
- Edge: 4.0%
- Probability: 56.4%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Hurricanes (8:00PM ET)
The data highlights value on Nikolaj Ehlers over 2.5 shots on goal, with simulations showing a 56.4% probability and a 4.0% edge at -110.
Noah Dobson over 1.5 shots on goal (+120)
- Edge: 7.5%
- Probability: 52.9%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Hurricanes (8:00PM ET)
Our model finds value on Noah Dobson over 1.5 shots on goal, with a 52.9% probability and an edge of 7.5% at +120 odds.
Nikolaj Ehlers to record an assist (+154)
- Edge: 2.3%
- Probability: 41.7%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Hurricanes (8:00PM ET)
Simulations indicate value on Nikolaj Ehlers to record an assist for Carolina, showing an edge of 2.3% at +154 odds.
Noah Dobson to record an assist (+250)
- Edge: 2.8%
- Probability: 31.4%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Hurricanes (8:00PM ET)
Noah Dobson’s assist prop shows an edge of 2.8% at +250 odds, supported by a 31.4% probability according to our model.
Alex Newhook anytime goal scorer (+425)
- Edge: 8.9%
- Probability: 28.0%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Hurricanes (8:00PM ET)
Our model highlights value on Alex Newhook anytime goal scorer for Montreal, with a 28.0% probability and a 8.9% edge at +425 odds.
Ivan Demidov anytime goal scorer (+370)
- Edge: 3.1%
- Probability: 24.3%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Hurricanes (8:00PM ET)
The data shows value on Ivan Demidov anytime goal scorer, supported by a 24.3% probability at +370 odds and an edge of 3.1%.
Alexandre Texier anytime goal scorer (+750)
- Edge: 9.6%
- Probability: 21.3%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Hurricanes (8:00PM ET)
A 9.6% edge on the anytime goal line makes Alexandre Texier a value play in Canadiens vs. Hurricanes, supported by a 21.3% probability at +750 odds.
Mark Jankowski anytime goal scorer (+800)
- Edge: 1.4%
- Probability: 12.5%
- Game: Canadiens vs. Hurricanes (8:00PM ET)
Simulations show value on Mark Jankowski anytime goal scorer here, with a 12.5% probability and 1.4% edge at +800 odds.
NHL player prop summary: Friday, May 29, 2026
A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 1:13PM ET:
| Prop | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandre Texier over 0.5 shots on goal | -140 @ BetMGM | 7.7% | 66.0% |
| Ivan Demidov over 1.5 shots on goal | +100 @ DraftKings | 6.9% | 56.9% |
| Nikolaj Ehlers over 2.5 shots on goal | -110 @ DraftKings | 7.5% | 52.9% |
| Noah Dobson over 1.5 shots on goal | +120 @ DraftKings | 7.5% | 52.9% |
| Nikolaj Ehlers to record an assist | +154 @ DraftKings | 2.3% | 41.7% |
| Noah Dobson to record an assist | +250 @ DraftKings | 2.8% | 31.4% |
| Alex Newhook anytime goal scorer | +425 @ DraftKings | 8.9% | 28.0% |
| Ivan Demidov anytime goal scorer | +370 @ DraftKings | 3.1% | 24.3% |
| Alexandre Texier first goal scorer | +750 @ DraftKings | 9.6% | 21.3% |
| Mark Jankowski anytime goal scorer | +800 @ DraftKings | 1.4% | 12.5% |
Conclusion
For May 29, 2026, our NHL prop bets feature players such as Alexandre Texier, Ivan Demidov and Nikolaj Ehlers. 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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