Game 2 Ducks vs Golden Knights Prediction, Player Props & Best Bets (May. 6)
By Michael Harrison in NHL Hockey
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- The Anaheim Ducks fight to even their Western Conference 2nd round series with the Vegas Golden Knights
- Dive into the latest public betting splits to see exactly where the handle is flowing and how the masses are attacking this pivotal postseason tilt
- Keep reading for my favorite Ducks vs Golden Knights predictions and player prop bets to wager
The Vegas Golden Knights host the Anaheim Ducks in Game 2 of their second round series, after taking the opening salvo 3-1 on Monday. In the NHL odds, Vegas is a heavy home favorite to hold a 2-0 series lead.
With stars like Jack Eichel and Mark Stone leading the charge for the home squad, the visitors will need standout performances from the likes of Leo Carlsson and Troy Terry to pull off the upset. The puck drops at T-Mobile Arena Wednesday night at 6:30 PM PT / 9:30 PM ET, with coverage in the United States on TNT, truTV and HBO Max and Sportsnet in Canada. The Stanley Cup odds feature Vegas as the +550 third favorites and Anaheim +4500 longshots.
Ducks vs Golden Knights Picks & Best Bets
Best Bet: Golden Knights Moneyline (-160 at BetMGM)
Backing the home favorites on the moneyline offers the most reliable value for this playoff matchup. The Golden Knights have been an absolute force on home ice, posting a 7-1 record over their last eight games at T-Mobile Arena. They’ve also been dominant when expected to win, securing victories in four straight contests as the betting favorite.
The Ducks, on the other hand, have struggled away from home. They’ve dropped three of four games away from their friendly confines in the postseason. Coming off a Game 1 where Vegas stifled them to just a single goal while the home team capitalized with three markers of their own, the statistical trends point heavily toward the favorites continuing their series momentum.
Top Player Props Prediction
Troy Terry Over 2.5 Shots on Goal (-115 at BetMGM)
If the underdogs are going to bounce back and even the series, they will need their top playmakers to dictate pace at 5-on-5. Historically, Troy Terry answers the bell following a defeat. He has exceeded 2.5 shots on goal in seven of his last nine games after a loss, averaging 4.3 shots on goal per game in those spots. Terry was highly active in Game 1 despite the loss, registering four shots, making this prop my favorite on the board.
Public Betting Splits
- Moneyline: In the NHL public betting trends, The public is overwhelmingly backing the home favorites with 85% of bets and 70% of cash on Vegas.
- Total (Over/Under): Bettors are heavily invested in a low-scoring affair. 84% of the total stake and 78% of the bet count is riding on the Under.
- Puckline: 55% of wagers are on the Ducks to keep it within a goal, and 68% of the money has come in on them.
Ducks vs Golden Knights Game 2 Odds
Odds as of Wednesday, May 6th. Claim the bet365 bonus code to bet on the Ducks vs Golden Knights.
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Playoffs Team Stats Comparison
Projected Lineups
Expected Lineup: Golden Knights
Expected Lineup: Ducks
ANA vs VGK Injury Report
- Jeremy Lauzon [VGK]: Listed as Out with an undisclosed injury. He will miss the entirety of this second-round series
- Radko Gudas [ANA]: Considered Day-to-Day with a lower-body injury. He has been officially ruled out and will not play in Game 2
- Petr Mrazek [ANA]: Remains Out For Season due to a lower-body injury (hip surgery)
Ducks vs Golden Knights Game Information
- Away Team: Anaheim Ducks
- Home Team: Vegas Golden Knights
- Date: May 6, 2026
- Location: T-Mobile Arena
- City: Las Vegas, Nevada
- TV Network: TNT, truTV, HBO Max (USA), Sportsnet (Canada)
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Michael "Hound Dog" Harrison is well known in the sports industry as the resident statistician for the SC with Jay Onrait Show. He has worked at TSN for over 20 years, is the CEO of his "All Bets Par Off" weekly golf betting videos and his HDOG POD, along with several others.

