Carolina's young forwards have quietly become some of the most dangerous chance-generators in the playoffs, creating value in the goal-scorer market heading into Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals.
My Golden Knights vs. Hurricanes goal scorer props will focus on Logan Stankoven and Jackson Blake, with Pavel Dorofeyev also included.
Read more in my NHL picks and Golden Knights vs. Hurricanes predictions for Tuesday, June 2.
Golden Knights vs Hurricanes goal scorer predictions for Tuesday
| Player to score a goal | Odds |
|---|---|
 Logan Stankoven |
+220 |
| Jackson Blake |
+245 |
 Pavel Dorofeyev |
+220 |
| Goal scorer parlay | +1500 |
Goal scorer pick: Logan Stankoven (+220)
Logan Stankoven is flourishing in these playoffs with nine goals in just 13 games, but the underlying metrics suggest the production is no fluke.
His 4.1 individual expected goals rank third on the Carolina Hurricanes behind only Taylor Hall and Jackson Blake, while he also sits third on the team in high-danger chances created per 60 minutes (17.98).
Carolina is also controlling 67.8% of shots on goal with Stankoven on the ice at 5-on-5, highlighting his ability to drive offensive-zone pressure. He registered 11 shots across the final two games of the Eastern Conference Final and scored in both contests.
I'll play this pick to +180.
Goal scorer pick: Jackson Blake (+245)
Jackson Blake is right up there with Stankoven in production. The Hurricanes forward leads the team with 5.43 individual expected goals this postseason, highlighting the quality of chances he's generating.
Blake has also recorded 48 individual Fenwick attempts, trailing only Stankoven, which speaks to his ability to consistently create offense.
The underlying numbers support the production. Blake leads Carolina in high-danger chances per 60 minutes (18.97), while his 20% shooting percentage shows he's capitalized on those opportunities, scoring five goals on 25 shots on net.
I'll play this pick to +200.
Goal scorer pick: Pavel Dorofeyev (+220)
Pavel Dorofeyev's 10 playoff goals are supported by strong chance generation, as his 6.07 individual expected goals rank among the Vegas Golden Knights' leaders. However, he's also outperformed that expected total by nearly four goals, highlighting how efficient he's been around the net.
The winger leads the Golden Knights with 63 individual Fenwick attempts and has put 42 shots on target in just 16 games. He's also generating dangerous looks consistently, posting a 15.85 HDCF/60 rate during the postseason.
Dorofeyev's role has grown as well, with his ice time increasing over the last three games. With confidence high and his offensive opportunities continuing to pile up, expect him to remain a focal point of Vegas' attack in Game 1.
I'll play this pick to +200.
Golden Knights vs Hurricanes anytime goal parlay
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