Our expert went 2-0 last night with 2 plus-money plays, and we have more great value for you tonight. There's just 5 games on the ice, but several great matchups. Despite the small slate, we actually have a bonus play for you as well. Not only that, we have secondary suggestions to go along with each official play, so be sure to check out the full breakdown. With an extra pick to get to, let's dive right in.'
Along with our player props, be sure to check out all of our NHL picks for today's action.
Nikita Kucherov over 1.5 points (+135)
Let's open things up with some plus-money for tonight's action. The Tampa Bay Lightning will be looking to bounce back from their 4-2 loss against the Detroit Red Wings on home ice Tuesday night. They'll be out to do so against the Nashville Predators, again at home. That sets up perfectly for former-MVP Nikita Kucherov to lead his team to victory lane. He's loved facing the Preds as of late. In 2 meetings last season, Kucherov recorded 2 and 3 points, and just 3 weeks ago had another 3-point game against them.'
That was in Nashville, and the Preds have been far worse on the road. They're allowing the 6th-most goals per game away from home, which sets up nice for the Lightning in Tampa. Kucherov and company are tied for the 3rd-best goal=scoring team at home, despite just 2 goals on Tuesday. While this play is at plus-money, Kucherov is no stranger to recording multiple points. His 37 points are the 4th-most in the NHL, and he has multiple 100-point seasons in his career. Snag a Steven Stamkos assist prop as well while you're making this play on Kucherov.