After another 2-0 night, we’re on a solid 9-2 run with our player props. The week starts up with just 4 games, and we've still found 2 great spots. Both skaters are on home ice so their prices aren't as friendly as they otherwise would be, but we'll break down why they're worth it. Our first play features the first game of the day and a great Eastern Conference clash, so let's get into it.'
Along with our player props, be sure to check out all of our NHL picks for today's action.
Artemi Panarin over 0.5 assists (-130)
Artemi Panarin may be nicknamed 'The Bread Man,' but we'll be backing him to dish out an apple tonight. He and the rest of the New York Rangers are working their way up the Metro Division, and have been off since Thursday. Although they're coming off a loss, that was to the NHL-best Boston Bruins. Now they'll be facing a Florida Panthers team that Panarin has feasted against. These teams faced off on the first day of 2023, and several skaters popped off. Panarin, Adam Fox and Mike Zibanejad all recorded multiple points.'
Firstly, having elite skaters surrounding The Bread Man only increases opportunities to assist a goal. For example, Zibanejad had 2 in the prior meeting against Florida. We've chosen Panarin because of his consistency against Florida. He continues to pounce on the Panthers and has had multiple points against them in each of his last 6 games facing them, and 7 of the last 8. That includes a 4-point performance with a goal and 3 assists. Whether you want to target his multi-point prop or play it safer with the assist, expect a big night from Panarin.