NHL Anytime Goal Scorer Picks, Odds, Predictions for Wednesday, April 8
Even though there are just three games being played on Wednesday, there are still plenty of Anytime Goal Scorer props to wager on, including a bet on Connor McDavid and Tom Wilson with a breakdown of the rest of the card below. Be sure to check out our daily NHL betting trends page too for insights and data on each game.
Wednesday’s Anytime Goal Scorer Picks
- Jason Zucker
- Tom Wilson
- William Nylander
- Connor McDavid
Jason Zucker Anytime Goal Scorer
After finishing near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings last year, the Buffalo Sabres have been able to round back into competitive form this season, securing a spot in the playoffs while tied with the Tampa Bay Lightning for first in the Atlantic. The emergence of Jason Zucker has helped turn the Sabres front line into a versatile unit, averaging 0.35 Expected Goals per game.
In a favorable matchup against the New York Rangers, Zucker will have a great opportunity to build on his momentum by exploiting a back line who ranks well below league average in Expected Goals Against in All Situations. Especially with Tage Thompson pulling defensive attention away from him, creating more space in front of the net which will drastically improve the quality of his shot attempts.
Tom Wilson Anytime Goal Scorer
Known as the Washington Capitals enforcer, Tom Wilson has carved out a role as a reliable scorer for their front line to lean on, averaging 0.36 Expected Goals and 2.13 Shots on Goal per game. With Wilson’s contribution, the Capitals have been a well oiled machine on offense, ranking in the top-10 in Expected Goals For in All Situations and in 5-on-5 Play.
Heading into Wednesday night’s contest against the Toronto Maple Leafs, Wilson is in a great position to light the lamp by attacking a defense who ranks near the bottom of the board in Expected Goals Against in 5-on-5 Play. With the Maple Leafs struggling in coverage, Wilson will be able to generate a heavier volume of Shots on Goal in front of the crease, increasing his chances of finding the back of the net.
William Nylander Anytime Goal Scorer
On the other side of the ice, the Maple Leafs front line have been far less productive than the Capitals, fielding a unit who resides in the bottom ten in Expected Goals For in All Situations. Even when receiving minimal support from his linemates, Nylander has still been able to thrive, averaging 0.32 Expected Goals per game.
With the Capitals struggling in coverage per their below league average mark in Expected Goals Against in All Situations, Nylander will be able to pressure their net at a higher rate when he blitzes through their back line in transition. Even with Logan Thompson projected to get the start for Washington, Nylander’s aggression will force the Capitals goalie to scramble, creating wider shooting lanes beside him.
Connor McDavid Anytime Goal Scorer
Since the start of the regular season, Connor McDavid has been a steady source of production for the Edmonton Oilers, averaging over 1.5 Points while generating 0.53 Expected Goals and 3.70 Shots on Goal per game. With the Oilers offense running through McDavid, they are a formidable contender capable of competing for the Stanley Cup, ranking in fifth in Expected Goals For.
Against the San Jose Sharks, expect McDavid to continue to stuff the stat sheet by taking advantage of a back line who ranks near dead last in Expected Goals Against in All Situations. For some more exposure, escalator bet McDavid’s Anytime Goal Scorer prop by placing smaller wagers on his alternate totals at the best available odds.
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