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Best NHL Prop Bets Today: Back the Red Wings to Hold the Flames Under Their Team Total

Published: March 16, 2026, 08:00 AM ET
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With the Calgary Flames struggling to pressure the net, the Detroit Red Wings back line are in a position to thrive by consistently smothering their Shots on Goal. At the same time as their puck drop, we turn our attention towards the New Jersey Devils as Jack Hughes has a great opportunity to score by taking advantage of a Boston Bruins back line who severely underwhelms in coverage.

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Best NHL Prop Bets Today 2026 03 16

Calgary Flames vs. Detroit Red Wings - Prop Bets (7:00 PM, EST)

After going 3-5-2 in their last ten games, the Detroit Red Wings must take advantage of their favorable matchup against the Calgary Flames in order to hold on to their spot in the playoffs.

Calgary Flames Team Total Under 2.5 (-125) at BetMGM Sportsbook

It has been a turbulent past few weeks of play for the Detroit Red Wings who now possess just a one point lead for the last playoff spot in the Presidents’ Trophy standings. Even during their recent slump, their back line has been able to play at a very high level, ranking in the top-10 in Expected Goals Against in All Situations.

Fortunately for the Red Wings, their defense will be able to hold the Calgary Flames off the scoreboard as they face off against a front line who resides near the bottom of the board in Expected Goals For in All Situations. Especially with the Flames lacking the versatility that is needed to stretch out their coverage, fielding just one player who averages more than 0.30 Expected Goals per game.

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Alex DeBrincat Anytime Goal Scorer (+130) at BetMGM Sportsbook

On the other side of the ice, Alex DeBrincat has been able to generate high quality Shots on Goal in front of the crease at a consistent rate, averaging 0.44 Expected Goals per game. With the Flames back line struggling to protect their net per their below league average mark in Expected Goals Against in 5-on-5 Play, DeBrincat will be able to pressure the net at a higher rate, increasing his chances of scoring.

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Los Angeles Kings vs. New York Rangers - Prop Bets (7:00 PM, EST)

With less than 20 games remaining, securing the win on Monday night is vital for the Los Angeles Kings if they want to keep their hopes of making the playoffs alive.

New York Rangers Team Total Under 3 (-165) at BetMGM Sportsbook

Since the start of the regular season, the Los Angeles Kings back line have been dominant, ranking well above league average in Expected Goals Against in All Situations. Their coverage has helped Darcy Kuemper defend their net as the Kings goalie is averaging just 2.69 Goals Against per game.

In a favorable matchup against the New York Rangers, expect the Kings to put together a dominant performance, swarming a front line who ranks 26th in Expected Goals For From High Danger Shots. For some more exposure, escalator bet the Rangers team total by placing smaller wagers on their alternate unders.

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Boston Bruins vs. New Jersey Devils - Prop Bets (7:00 PM, EST)

After scoring a goal in his last two games, Jack Hughes will be able to build on his momentum against the Boston Bruins by consistently attacking a back line who struggles to face guard.

Jack Hughes Anytime Goal Scorer (+160) at BetMGM Sportsbook

Even when receiving minimal support from his linemates, Jack Hughes has been able to scramble goalies across the ice, averaging 0.36 Expected Goals and 3.49 Shots on Goal per game. With the Boston Bruins ranking near dead last in Expected Goals Against in All Situations, Hughes will be able to generate higher quality shot attempts near the net and score his third goal in as many days.

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