NHL Anytime Goal Scorer Picks, Odds, Predictions for Tuesday, March 3, 2026
The playoff push is on for many teams, as these next few months of NHL hockey promises to be intense. Let’s go through some of the best plays to consider for games on Tuesday, March 3, 2026! Be sure to also visit our NHL daily betting trends page for more odds, data and insights on player props!
Tomas Hertl Anytime Goal Scorer
Since re-tooling their roster in the offseason, the Vegas Golden Knights offense have been able to thrive, fielding a front line who ranks above league average in Expected Goals For in 5-on-5 Play. Tomas Hertl has played a major role in their success this year, averaging nearly 0.50 Expected Goals per game.
In a favorable matchup against the Buffalo Sabres, expect Hertl to continue to generate high quality Shots on Goal as he faces off against a defense who resides near the bottom of the board in Expected Goals Against in All Situations. Especially with Jack Eichel pulling defensive attention away from him, freeing up more space for Hertl which will widen the width of his shooting lanes in front of the net.
Top Trend: Tomas Hertl has scored a point in 6 of 8 games.
Bryan Rust Anytime Goal Scorer
After finishing 13th in the Eastern Conference standings last year, the Pittsburgh Penguins have been able to round back into form this season. They currently sit in fifth with a six point lead over the Washington Capitals for one of the automatic qualifying spots in the Metropolitan Division. Rust has helped spark their resurgence on offense by averaging 0.40 Expected Goals and 2.52 Shots on Goal per game.
Heading into Tuesday night’s matchup against the Boston Bruins, Rust will be able to pressure the net at a higher rate by exploiting a back line who ranks 26th in Expected Goals Against From High Danger Shots. With Sidney Crosby out to an injury, this will force the Penguins to lean heavier on Rust to avoid falling into a slump, leading to a higher volume of Shots on Goal.
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Cole Caufield Anytime Goal Scorer
After going 6-2-2 in their last 10 games, the Montreal Canadiens odds to make the playoffs have grown as they currently possess a six game lead for one of the two wildcard spots in the Eastern Conference. Cole Caufield’s production on offense has helped limit the amount of negative variance in their contests, averaging 0.45 Expected Goals and over 1.00 Point per game.
A stunning high level of play when factoring in the minimal support he receives from his linemates, a unit who generates Shots on Goal at a very low rate. Fortunately for Caufield, he will have a great opportunity to keep the Canadiens competitive in their contest against the San Jose Sharks by taking advantage of a back line who struggles in coverage per their bottom ten mark in Expected Goals Against in All Situations.
Top Trend: Cole Caufield has scored a goal in 9 of 12 games.
Nathan MacKinnon Anytime Goal Scorer
Heading into the final stretch of the season, the Colorado Avalanche are in full control of their own destiny in regard to winning the Presidents’ Trophy, possessing a five point lead over Carolina for first. With Nathan MacKinnon leading the offense, the Avs front line have been formidable as the betting favorite for the Hart Memorial Trophy is averaging 0.48 Expected Goals and 4.56 Shots on Goal per game.
With the Anaheim Ducks ranking in the bottom three in Expected Goals Against in All Situations, MacKinnon will be able to create high quality Shots on Goal in front of the crease for the full duration of the contest. If you want to increase your exposure on MacKinnon, escalade bet his Anytime Goal Scoring prop by placing smaller wagers on his alternate totals at the best available odds across multiple sportsbooks.
Top Trend: Nathan MacKinnon has scored a goal in 4 straight road games vs the Western Conference.
