May 26, 2026
Avalanche vs. Golden Knights prediction: Colorado favored to win Game 4 [2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs]
Read Article NHL Playoffs player props today: Tuesday's best props include Brock Nelson [5/26/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get NHL player props today with projections for Tuesday's games.
Dimers' NHL props are live for May 26, 2026, with today's top prop bets led by the likes of Brock Nelson, Tomas Hertl and Mark Stone.
Our NHL player props model runs continuously, analyzing every Playoffs matchup, including today's Avalanche vs. Golden Knights clash, to surface the best NHL player prop bets across the market.
List of NHL prop picks for Tuesday's playoffs, 5/26
Below are the top 7 NHL player props for May 26, ranked by probability.
Brock Nelson over 1.5 shots on goal (-145)
- Edge: 5.4%
- Probability: 64.6%
- Game: Avalanche vs. Golden Knights (9:00PM ET)
Our model has found value on Colorado's Brock Nelson going over 1.5 shots on goal. A probability of 64.6% gives this play an edge of 5.4% at -145 odds.
Tomas Hertl over 1.5 shots on goal (-105)
- Edge: 10.7%
- Probability: 61.9%
- Game: Avalanche vs. Golden Knights (9:00PM ET)
Tomas Hertl’s shots on goal prop shows a 61.9% probability and an 10.7% edge at -105 odds, according to our model.
Mark Stone under 1.5 shots on goal (+105)
- Edge: 3.0%
- Probability: 51.8%
- Game: Avalanche vs. Golden Knights (9:00PM ET)
The data highlights value on Mark Stone under 1.5 shots on goal, with simulations showing a 51.8% probability and a 3.0% edge at +105.
Tomas Hertl to score a point (+120)
- Edge: 2.7%
- Probability: 48.2%
- Game: Avalanche vs. Golden Knights (9:00PM ET)
Our model finds value on Tomas Hertl to score a point, with a 48.2% probability and an edge of 2.7% at +120 odds.
Tomas Hertl anytime goal scorer (+360)
- Edge: 5.8%
- Probability: 27.5%
- Game: Avalanche vs. Golden Knights (9:00PM ET)
Simulations indicate value on Tomas Hertl as an anytime goal scorer for Vegas, showing an edge of 5.8% at +360 odds.
Nicolas Roy anytime goal scorer (+600)
- Edge: 1.5%
- Probability: 15.8%
- Game: Avalanche vs. Golden Knights (9:00PM ET)
Nicolas Roy’s anytime goal scorer prop shows an edge of 1.5% at +600 odds, supported by a 15.8% probability according to our model.
Tomas Hertl first goal scorer (+2000)
- Edge: 1.0%
- Probability: 5.8%
- Game: Avalanche vs. Golden Knights (9:00PM ET)
Our model highlights value on Tomas Hertl first goal scorer for Vegas, with a 5.8% probability and a 1.0% edge at +2000 odds.
NHL player prop summary: Tuesday, May 26, 2026
A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 2:40PM ET:
| Prop | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brock Nelson over 1.5 shots on goal | -145 @ DraftKings | 5.4% | 64.6% |
| Tomas Hertl over 1.5 shots on goal | -105 @ DraftKings | 10.7% | 61.9% |
| Mark Stone under 1.5 shots on goal | +105 @ DraftKings | 2.7% | 48.2% |
| Tomas Hertl to score a point | +120 @ DraftKings | 2.7% | 48.2% |
| Tomas Hertl anytime goal scorer | +360 @ DraftKings | 5.8% | 27.5% |
| Nicolas Roy anytime goal scorer | +600 @ DraftKings | 1.5% | 15.8% |
| Tomas Hertl first goal scorer | +2000 @ FanDuel | 1.0% | 5.8% |
Conclusion
For May 26, 2026, our NHL prop bets feature players such as Brock Nelson, Tomas Hertl and Mark Stone. 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, 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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