NHL Anytime Goal Scorer Picks, Odds, Predictions for Sunday, April 5
Even though Sunday’s slate of games is small, there are still a wide range of Anytime Goal Scorer props to groom through, including a wager on Trevor Zegras who is in a favorable position to score 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.
Sunday’s Anytime Goal Scorer Picks
- Trevor Zegras
- Timo Meier
- Alexander Ovechkin
- Nathan MacKinnon
Trevor Zegras Anytime Goal Scorer
With less than 10 games remaining in the regular season, the Philadelphia Flyers must build on their recent hot stretch of play as they are currently in a four way tie in the wildcard standings for the last spot in the playoffs. Luckily for the Flyers, Trevor Zegras has been able to keep them afloat while their offense has struggled, averaging 0.26 Expected Goals per game.
In a favorable matchup against the Boston Bruins, Zegras will be able to continue to light the lamp for the Flyers by exploiting a back line who ranks near dead last in Expected Goals Against in All Situations. Even with his linemates struggling to stretch out their coverage, the Bruins inability to face guard will make it easier for Zegras to operate in front of the net, improving the quality of his Shots on Goal.
Timo Meier Anytime Goal Scorer
While Jack Hughes hogs the spotlight, Timo Meier has quietly been the more productive scorer for the New Jersey Devils, averaging 0.46 Expected Goals and 3.54 Shots on Goal per game. Their combined production has helped turn the Devils front line into an efficient unit, ranking above league average in Expected Goals For in All Situations and in 5-on-5 Play.
Heading into Sunday’s contest against the Montreal Canadiens, expect Meier to build on his momentum by attacking a back line who resides near the bottom of the board in Expected Goals Against in All Situations. Especially with Sam Montembeault incapable of walling off Meier’s assault, averaging 3.43 Goals Against per game and a .872 Save Percentage.
Alexander Ovechkin Anytime Goal Scorer
Even in the tail end of his career, Alexander Ovechkin has still been able to thrive, averaging 0.41 Expected Goals per game. His ability to side step regression has helped keep the Washington Capitals competitive on offense, leading a unit who ranks in the top-10 in Expected Goals For in All Situations.
Fortunately for Ovechkin, he will have a great opportunity to add to his legendary career on Sunday as he faces off against the New York Rangers who rank well below league average in Expected Goals Against in 5-on-5 Play. With the Rangers struggling in coverage, Ovechkin will be able to generate a higher volume of shot attempts in front of the crease, increasing his chances of finding the back of the net.
Nathan MacKinnon Anytime Goal Scorer
Since the start of the regular season, Nathan MacKinnon’s odds of winning the Hart Memorial Trophy have steadily grown, averaging over one Point and 0.48 Expected Goals per game. With MacKinnon leading the charge, the Avs front line have been a well oiled machine, ranking second in Expected Goals For in All Situations.
Against the St. Louis Blues, MacKinnon will be able to strengthen his claim for the award by taking advantage of a back line who ranks below league average in Expected Goals Against From High Danger Shots. With MacKinnon comfortably leading the field in Expected Goals and Shots on Goal per game, increase your exposure by placing a smaller wager on him to score the first goal as well at the best available odds.
