NHL Player Props & Best Bets for Today, January 20: Primo Pasta

David Pastrnak is doing it all for the Bruins on offense, and his high-octane play will continue tonight in Dallas.

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Quinn Allen • Betting Analyst
Jan 20, 2026 • 09:57 ET • 4 min read
Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak (88) looks to pass the puck against the Chicago Blackhawks during the first period at United Center.
Photo By - Reuters Connect. Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak (88) looks to pass the puck against the Chicago Blackhawks during the first period at United Center.

We have eight games scheduled across the league tonight, and my NHL player props will highlight Nikita Kucherov, David Pastrnak, and Brady Tkachuk. 

Read more in my NHL picks for Tuesday, January 20.   

Best NHL player prop bets today

Player Bet99
Mammoth Nikita Kucherov anytime goalscorer +110
Mammoth David Pastrnak Over 3.5 shots on goal +100
Mammoth Brady Tkachuk Over 0.5 assists +160

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Our best NHL player props for Tuesday, January 20

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

Prop #1: Nikita Kucherov anytime goalscorer

+110 at BET99

Nikita Kucherov is undoubtedly one of the best players in the league, and he continues to prove his worth this season for the Tampa Bay Lightning. Kucherov has scored 24 goals, and he’s thriving lately. 

The Russian has found the back of the net in three of his last five contests, scoring six goals in January so far. While Kuch has scored just nine times at home, there’s reason to believe he could bag No. 10 this evening. 

  • Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
  • Where to watch: The Spot, NBCS-California

Prop #2: David Pastrnak Over 3.5 shots on goal

+100 at BET99

David Pastrnak is doing it all for the Boston Bruins, scoring 20 goals and registering 39 assists. As you could imagine, he also has no issues creating opportunities. The veteran is averaging 3.47 shots on goal per contest across 44 appearances. 

The Czech Republic native has cashed the Over in shots on net in four of his last five outings. The Bruins are on the road in Dallas this evening, and Pasta averages 3.45 SOG away from the TD Garden. 

  • Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
  • Where to watch: TNT

Prop #3: Brady Tkachuk Over 0.5 assists

+160 at BET99

Brady Tkachuk is one of the Sens’ top playmakers, and I’m eyeing him to get in on the action tonight. 

The 26-year-old has four helpers in his last three appearances, finishing with an assist on Sunday against the Detroit Red Wings, and three helpers last Wednesday in a 8-4 win over the New York Rangers. 

He’s been a lot more productive as a playmaker on the road, potting 12 assists away from the Canadian Tire Centre.

  • Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
  • Where to watch: FDSN-Ohio, TSN5

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Odds are correct at the time of publishing and are subject to change.
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Quinn Allen is an experienced sports journalist from Vancouver, Canada who fell in love with sports by the time he could walk. He proceeded to play high-level baseball and soccer growing up and eventually played college baseball in the United States.

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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