Dallas Stars' Johnston Looks to Continue Hot Streak Against Golden Knights

Kucherov and Gauthier also offer strong player prop value on Sunday's NHL slate

Mar. 22, 2026 at 4:48pm

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Get the best NHL picks today, including top player props and expert predictions for Sunday's slate. We have nine games to choose from, and I'll go over my top three player props on DraftKings Sportsbook. The Stars' Johnston, the Lightning's Kucherov, and the Hurricanes' Gauthier all offer strong value on the player prop market.

Why it matters

With a full slate of NHL action on Sunday, identifying the top player prop bets can give bettors an edge. These three players have been producing at a high level and offer favorable matchups, making their player props attractive options.

The details

Johnston has notched a goal in each of his past five home games on the second leg of a back-to-back, scoring eight times since returning from the break. He faces a Golden Knights team with poor road numbers in net. Kucherov has been a road cash cow all season and faces a Flames team starting Devin Cooley, who has put up elite numbers but could struggle against Tampa Bay's high-powered offense. Gauthier ranks third in the NHL in shots and has been more dependable at home, facing a Sabres team that played last night and struggles to limit opposing right wingers.

  • Johnston has notched a goal in each of his past five home games on the second leg of a back-to-back.
  • Kucherov has netted at least one goal in 15 of his last 20 road outings.
  • Gauthier has cleared 4+ SOG in five of his last six home games.

The players

Jason Johnston

A 22-year-old forward for the Dallas Stars who has scored eight goals since returning from the break.

Nikita Kucherov

A star forward for the Tampa Bay Lightning who has been a road cash cow all season.

Martin Gauthier

A right winger for the Carolina Hurricanes who ranks third in the NHL in shots.

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What they’re saying

“While the Stars played last night, zero days' rest has not affected Johnston at all, as he has notched a goal in each of his past five home games on the second leg of a back-to-back.”

— Hunter Skoczylas, Author

“Kucherov has been a road cash cow all season, and I expect the trend to continue tonight against the Flames.”

— Hunter Skoczylas, Author

“Gauthier has been quiet in the shooting department the last few games; however, tonight is a good bounce-back spot against a Sabres team that played last night and ranks eighth in shots against per game.”

— Hunter Skoczylas, Author

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The takeaway

With a full slate of NHL action on Sunday, identifying the top player prop bets can give bettors an edge. These three players have been producing at a high level and offer favorable matchups, making their player props attractive options.