NHL player props today: Thursday's best props include Jack Quinn [4/2/2026]

Jack Quinn under 2.5 shots on goal (-175)

• Edge: 4.1%
• Probability: 67.8%
• Game: Sabres vs. Senators (7:00PM ET)

Our model has flagged value on Buffalo's Jack Quinn going under 2.5 shots on goal. A probability of 67.8% gives this play an edge of 4.1% at -175 odds.

Darnell Nurse over 1.5 shots on goal (-154)

• Edge: 3.5%
• Probability: 64.1%
• Game: Blackhawks vs. Oilers (9:00PM ET)

Darnell Nurse’s shots on goal prop shows a 64.1% probability and an 3.5% edge at -154 odds, according to our model.

Ivan Demidov over 1.5 shots on goal (-148)

• Edge: 3.4%
• Probability: 63.1%
• Game: Canadiens vs. Rangers (7:00PM ET)

The data highlights value on Ivan Demidov over 1.5 shots on goal, with simulations showing a 63.1% probability and a 3.4% edge at -148.

Nikolaj Ehlers to score a point (-154)

• Edge: 2.0%
• Probability: 62.6%
• Game: Blue Jackets vs. Hurricanes (7:00PM ET)

Our model finds value on Nikolaj Ehlers to score a point, with a 62.6% probability and an edge of 2.0% at -154 odds.

Gustav Forsling over 1.5 shots on goal (-110)

• Edge: 6.7%
• Probability: 59.0%
• Game: Bruins vs. Panthers (7:00PM ET)

Simulations indicate value on Gustav Forsling over 1.5 shots on goal for Florida, showing an edge of 6.7% at -110 odds.

Juraj Slafkovsky under 2.5 shots on goal (-125)

• Edge: 3.4%
• Probability: 58.9%
• Game: Canadiens vs. Rangers (7:00PM ET)

Juraj Slafkovsky’s shots on goal prop shows an edge of 3.4% at -125 odds, supported by a 58.9% probability according to our model.

Cole Perfetti under 2.5 shots on goal (-105)

• Edge: 4.1%
• Probability: 55.3%
• Game: Jets vs. Stars (8:00PM ET)

Our model highlights value on Cole Perfetti under 2.5 shots on goal for Winnipeg, with a 55.3% probability and a 4.1% edge at -105 odds.

Quinn Hughes over 2.5 shots on goal (+100)

• Edge: 3.2%
• Probability: 53.2%
• Game: Canucks vs. Wild (8:00PM ET)

The data shows value on Quinn Hughes over 2.5 shots on goal, supported by a 53.2% probability at +100 odds and an edge of 3.2%.

Ben Kindel under 1.5 shots on goal (+110)

• Edge: 5.0%
• Probability: 52.7%
• Game: Penguins vs. Lightning (7:00PM ET)

A 5.0% edge on the under 2.5 shots on goal line makes Ben Kindel a value play in Penguins vs. Lightning, supported by a 52.7% probability at +110 odds.

Dylan Strome over 0.5 a point (-105)

• Edge: 1.4%
• Probability: 52.6%
• Game: Capitals vs. Devils (7:30PM ET)

Simulations show value on Dylan Strome over 0.5 a point here, with a 52.6% probability and 1.4% edge at -105 odds.

NHL player prop summary: Thursday, April 2, 2026

A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 5:11AM ET:

Matchup	Prop	Odds	Edge	Probability
Sabres vs. Senators	Jack Quinn under 2.5 shots on goal	-175 @ DraftKings	4.1%	67.8%
Blackhawks vs. Oilers	Darnell Nurse over 1.5 shots on goal	-154 @ DraftKings	3.5%	64.1%
Canadiens vs. Rangers	Ivan Demidov over 1.5 shots on goal	-148 @ DraftKings	2.0%	62.6%
Blue Jackets vs. Hurricanes	Nikolaj Ehlers to score a point	-154 @ DraftKings	2.0%	62.6%
Bruins vs. Panthers	Gustav Forsling over 1.5 shots on goal	-110 @ BetMGM	6.7%	59.0%
Canadiens vs. Rangers	Juraj Slafkovsky under 2.5 shots on goal	-125 @ DraftKings	3.4%	58.9%
Jets vs. Stars	Cole Perfetti under 2.5 shots on goal	-105 @ DraftKings	4.1%	55.3%
Canucks vs. Wild	Quinn Hughes over 2.5 shots on goal	+100 @ BetMGM	3.2%	53.2%
Penguins vs. Lightning	Ben Kindel under 2.5 shots on goal	+110 @ DraftKings	5.0%	52.7%
Capitals vs. Devils	Dylan Strome over 0.5 a point	-105 @ DraftKings	1.4%	52.6%

Conclusion

For April 2, 2026, our NHL prop bets feature players such as Jack Quinn, Darnell Nurse and Ivan Demidov. 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.