NHL Player Props for Today, March 5: Fine German Engineering

Tim Stutzle headlines tonight's NHL player props as the Senators star forward will put up at least an assist tonight against the Flames.

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Quinn Allen • Betting Analyst
Mar 5, 2026 • 08:08 ET • 4 min read
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Photo By - Reuters Connect. Ottawa Senators center Tim Stutzle (18) and Detroit Red Wings defenseman Albert Johansson (20) vie for the puck.

Eight games are on the slate tonight across the National Hockey League, and I’ve found the very best NHL player props to cash in.

My NHL picks include Nikita Kucherov, Tim Stutzle, and Erik Karlsson, all having strong offensive showings on Thursday, March 5. 

Best NHL player prop bets today

Player Bet99
Lightning Kucherov anytime goal +120
Senators Stutzle Over 0.5 assists -120
Penguins Karlsson Over 0.5 points -115

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Our best NHL player props for Thursday, March 5

Take a look at our best bets and expert analysis below.

Prop #1: Nikita Kucherov anytime goal

+120 at BET99

Nikita Kucherov has notched 96 points overall, including 32 goals. The Russian ranks second in the NHL in that category. Kucherov just found the back of the net on Tuesday against the Wild. 

In fact, the Tampa Bay Lightning superstar has scored in three of his last four games since the league hit pause for the Winter Olympics. 

While the Bolts haven’t faced the Winnipeg Jets yet this season, Kucherov has potted 19 goals in 28 road games, and Tampa is in Manitoba this evening to take on the Jets.

  • Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
  • Where to watch: The Spot, TSN3

Prop #2: Tim Stutzle Over 0.5 assists

-120 at BET99

Tim Stutzle continues to deliver the goods for the Ottawa Senators, with 28 goals and 37 assists. Stutzle has cashed the Over in helpers in three straight contests. 

During that span, Stutzle has four assists. Despite a loss to the Oilers on Tuesday, he did his part, registering a pair of helpers. The Sens are visiting the Calgary Flames tonight, and Stutzle has already notched an assist against them this season in one meeting. 

Also, he has collected 17 helpers in 31 road appearances.

  • Time: 9:00 p.m. ET
  • Where to watch: TSN5, Sportsnet West

Prop #3: Erik Karlsson Over 0.5 points

-115 at BET99

Erik Karlsson isn’t the point producer he once was, but the veteran is still contributing for the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Swede has notched five goals and 34 assists, and he’s cashed the Over in three straight. 

During that three-game stretch, he’s scored a goal, registered two helpers against Vegas, and also set up another against the Rangers over the weekend. 

Karlsson has 21 assists in 27 home games, and the Pens welcome the Buffalo Sabres to town this evening.

  • Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
  • Where to watch: ESPN

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After his career ended, Quinn received his broadcast journalism degree from BCIT and has since written for many sports publications including ClutchPoints, Gino Hard, and RG, where he plies his trade as a writer and editor.

Quinn's favorite team is Chelsea FC and he'd like to watch a match at Stamford Bridge one day. He loves to bet on NBA player props and encourages others to bet responsibly and not chase losses.

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