NHL Anytime Goal Scorer Picks, Odds, Predictions for Saturday, May 9, 2026
With two playoff games set to take the ice, there are plenty of Anytime Goal Scorer props to wager on, including a bet on Porter Martone and Nathan MacKinnon with an in-depth breakdown of their contests below. Be sure to check out our daily NHL betting trends page too for insights and data on each matchup.
Saturday’s Anytime Goal Scorer Picks
- Logan Stankoven
- Porter Martone
- Artturi Lehkonen
- Nathan MacKinnon
Logan Stankoven Anytime Goal Scorer
Since the start of the playoffs, Logan Stankoven has been a steady source of scoring for the Carolina Hurricanes, averaging nearly one Goal per game in seven games. Stankoven’s production has helped the Hurricanes sustain their high level of play on offense, contributing to a front line who ranks second in Expected Goals For in All Situations and in 5-on-5 Play.
In an elimination game against the Philadelphia Flyers, expect Stankoven to continue to light the lamp by attacking a back line who continues to fall down the board in Expected Goals Against in All SItuations. Especially with his linemates scrambling the Flyers coverage with their versatility, opening up wider shooting lanes in front of the net which will improve the quality of Stankoven’s Shots on Goal.
Porter Martone Anytime Goal Scorer
While the Hurricanes front line have thrived, the Flyers have been abysmal, ranking near dead last in Expected Goals For in All SItuations. Even when receiving minimal support from his linemates, Porter Martone has still been able to pressure the net at a high rate, averaging 0.54 Expected Goals and 3.56 Shots on Goal per game.
With Owen Tippett expected to make his return in game four, his presence will help create more space in the middle of the Hurricanes defense, making it easier for Martone to weave the puck through their back line. Even with Frederik Andersen meeting him at the crease, Martone’s aggression will force him to pull away from the net, creating larger gaps beside him for the Flyers forward to exploit.
Artturi Lehkonen Anytime Goal Scorer
When healthy, Artturi Lehkonen has been able to carve out a role as one of the focal points of the Colorado Avalanche offense, averaging 0.38 Expected Goals per game. His production has helped turn the Avs front line into the most dynamic unit in the league, sitting at the top of the board in Expected Goals For.
In a favorable matchup against the Minnesota Wild, expect Lehkonen to continue to create high quality scoring opportunities while taking advantage of a back line who are forced to stretch out their coverage in a desperate attempt to bottle up their high powered offense. With fewer bodies in front of the net, Lehkonen will be able to convert his shot attempts into Shots on Goal at a higher rate, increasing his chances of scoring.
Nathan MacKinnon Anytime Goal Scorer
After struggling to carry over his momentum into the playoffs, Nathan MacKinnon has started to get into a groove, generating nine Points in his last three games in the form of four Goals and five Assists. A recent stretch of play that mirrored what MacKinnon was able to do this year, averaging over 1.5 Points and 0.51 Expected Goals throughout the regular season.
With the Wild struggling to keep a defender on MacKinnon’s hip while constantly scrambling across the ice, the Hart Memorial Trophy contender will be able to pressure the net at a higher rate and score his fifth Goal of the playoffs. While comfortably leading the field in Expected Goals, increase your risk on MacKinnon by placing a smaller wager on him to score the first goal as well.
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