Ducks vs Golden Knights Prediction, Picks & Best Bets for Tonight's NHL Playoffs Game 2

Todd Cordell - Betting Analyst at Covers.com
Todd Cordell • Betting Analyst 12+ years betting experience
Updated: May 6, 2026 , 05:59 PM ET • 3 min read

Cordell's prediction: Leo Carlsson continues to be a one-man shooting gallery.

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May 06 • 9:30 PM ET
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44 %
VEG
56 %
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Leo Carlsson has been a huge shooting threat in the playoffs, leading a talented Anaheim lineup in shots on goal and scoring chances. 

My Ducks vs. Golden Knights predictions expect his shooting prowess to be on full display again in Game 2.

Let’s take a closer look at my NHL picks for Wednesday, May 6.

  • UPDATE: Added a prediction for who will win tonight.

Ducks vs Golden Knights Game 2 prediction

Who will win Ducks vs Golden Knights Game 2?

Anaheim: The Ducks did a lot of good things in the series opener, generating more shots, chances, and expected goals than the Golden Knights. Carter Hart performed very well — which is not the norm — and the Ducks also missed the net on some Grade A opportunities. Look for them to capitalize and take Game 2.

Ducks vs Golden Knights best bet: Leo Carlsson Over 2.5 shots (-155)

Leo Carlsson has taken his shooting to a whole different level in the playoffs. The star center has averaged 4.6 shots on goal and 6.4 attempts through seven games, clearing 2.5 shots in six of them.

The Vegas Golden Knights had a difficult time slowing him down in Game 1, allowing seven attempts, five chances, and four shots on goal.

They were clearly outplayed during Carlsson’s 5-on-5 minutes, losing the shot attempt battle 19-7 and getting out-chanced by eight.

Look for Carlsson and the Anaheim Ducks' top line to cause Vegas problems in Game 2. 

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Ducks vs Golden Knights Game 2 same-game parlay

Carlsson is averaging more than a point per game in the playoffs and ranks second to Nathan MacKinnon in scoring chance contributions. It’s tough to keep him off the scoresheet once, let alone multiple times in a row.

Troy Terry is Carlsson’s partner in crime and facilitates a lot of chances for him at 5-on-5 and on the power play. Terry also had five points over three games against Vegas during the regular season, with four coming by way of assist.

Ducks vs Golden Knights SGP

  • Leo Carlsson Over 2.5 shots
  • Leo Carlsson Over 0.5 points
  • Troy Terry Over 0.5 assists

Ducks vs Golden Knights Game 2 goal scorer pick

Leo Carlsson (+190)

No player on either team recorded more shots, scoring chances, or high-danger looks than Leo Carlsson. 

His speed was noticeable, and he generated some awesome opportunities around the net — he just didn’t finish.

Ducks vs Golden Knights odds for Game 2

  • Moneyline: Ducks +135 | Golden Knights -155
  • Puck Line: Ducks +1.5 (-180) | Golden Knights -1.5 (+155)
  • Over/Under: Over 6.5 (+115) | Under 6.5 (-135)

Ducks vs Golden Knights trend

The Anaheim Ducks have hit the game total Over in 11 of their last 20 games (+4.00 Units / 16% ROI). Find more NHL betting trends for Ducks vs. Golden Knights.

How to watch Ducks vs Golden Knights Game 2

Location T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, NV
Date Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Puck drop 9:30 p.m. ET
TV TNT, SN

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Todd Cordell is a data-driven betting analyst. He uses numbers to help identify value across a wide variety of sports, with NHL being his specialty. Shot props, in particular, have proven to be a very fruitful market. Todd has served as a betting analyst in the public sphere for many years, most recently with theScore covering the NHL and MLB.

When not writing about sports betting, Todd stays busy analyzing the New Jersey Devils with a fine-tooth comb for InfernalAccess, his Devils-centric blog. Todd attended Sheridan College and graduated in 2014 with a diploma in print journalism.

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