NHL Player Prop Insight: John Carlson Shots on Goal

John Carlson had lost his shot on goal touch throughout most of the season, but that changed as soon as the Washington Capitals played meaningful games. 

The Capitals defenceman has cleared this line in five straight games, averaging 4.4 shots on 8.0 shot attempts. 

Over Carlson’s last nine home games, he’s cleared in seven of them, averaging 3.8 shots on 7.7 shot attempts. In Capital One Arena this season, Carlson is clearing at a 46% clip, averaging 2.5 shots on 5.7 shot attempts.

In this matchup against the New York Rangers, Carlson has cleared in three straight, including both playoff games, averaging 4.5 shots on 7.5 shot attempts. The Rangers allow the third most shots on goal to defenceman in the playoffs, averaging 8.5 per game. 

NHL Player Prop Insight: Gabe Vilardi Point

Gabe Vilardi has five points in four of his last five games. Against the Colorado Avalanche, he has points in four straight games, totalling six points – including three points in two games this playoff series. Alexandar Georgiev has been struggling as of late. He’s allowed 31 goals over his last seven starts, and even his body language shows he’s not in the right mind space. Vilardi has elite exposure to the Winnipeg Jets’ top two scoring forwards on the right wing alongside Kyle Connor and Mark Scheifele. 

NHL Player Prop Insight: Adrian Kempe Shots on Goal

Adrian Kempe has cleared in six of his last 10 games, averaging 3.3 shots on 5.8 shot attempts. But his volume has spiked massively over his previous four games, averaging 4.3 shots on 7.5 shot attempts per game. 

What else is there to say about Adrian Kempe in the playoffs?

Kempe has cleared in eight straight playoff games, dating back to last season, averaging 5.4 shots on 8.9 shot attempts per game.

Against the Oilers, Kempe has covered this line in 12 straight games, averaging 5.2 shots on 8.1 shot attempts. Edmonton allows the most shots on goal this playoffs to right-wingers, averaging 13.0 per game. 

Last Week Recap:

How do we bounce back after our second losing article in our last 17? We sweep the board, going 3-0 +2.41 units. There hasn’t been a lot of losing in these pieces, and we’ve bounced back in both of our last two losses with sweeps – so keep that in mind for next time.

Let’s delve into the individual player performances. Connor Hellebuyck stood out, exceeding expectations with 40 saves on 46 shots. Josh Morrissey not only scored the opening goal but also assisted on Kyle Connor’s powerplay goal, showcasing his versatility. Quinn Hughes demonstrated his leadership skills, leading his team to a remarkable third-period comeback with two assists. 

You can’t start a new winning streak without losing first; we’ve got the first win out of the way; let’s continue to build on it!

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