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7:07 PM (10/3/2026) ML SPREAD TOTAL
Utah Mammoth
-108
-1.5
(+231)
O 6
(-110)
Columbus Blue Jackets
-104
+1.5
(-274)
U 6
(-104)

Moneyline Movements: 14

Spread Movements: 2

Total Goals Movements: None
Sportsbook Edge
+2.90%

Utah Mammoth Win Probability: 51.92%

Columbus Blue Jackets Win Probability: 50.98%

51.92%
50.98%
7:07 PM (10/3/2026) ML SPREAD TOTAL
Chicago Blackhawks
+206
+1.5
(-124)
O 6.5
(-103)
Buffalo Sabres
-236
-1.5
(+110)
U 6.5
(-111)

Moneyline Movements: 12

Spread Movements: None

Total Goals Movements: None
Sportsbook Edge
+2.92%

Chicago Blackhawks Win Probability: 32.68%

Buffalo Sabres Win Probability: 70.24%

32.68%
70.24%
7:07 PM (10/3/2026) ML SPREAD TOTAL
Carolina Hurricanes
-133
-1.5
(+192)
O 6
(+104)
Philadelphia Flyers
+119
+1.5
(-222)
U 6
(-118)

Moneyline Movements: 14

Spread Movements: None

Total Goals Movements: None
Sportsbook Edge
+2.74%

Carolina Hurricanes Win Probability: 57.08%

Philadelphia Flyers Win Probability: 45.66%

57.08%
45.66%
7:07 PM (10/3/2026) ML SPREAD TOTAL
Ottawa Senators
-103
+1.5
(-267)
O 6
(-113)
Toronto Maple Leafs
-109
-1.5
(+227)
U 6
(+100)

Moneyline Movements: 23

Spread Movements: None

Total Goals Movements: None
Sportsbook Edge
+2.89%

Ottawa Senators Win Probability: 50.74%

Toronto Maple Leafs Win Probability: 52.15%

50.74%
52.15%
7:07 PM (10/3/2026) ML SPREAD TOTAL
Washington Capitals
+171
+1.5
(-155)
O 6.5
(+106)
Tampa Bay Lightning
-193
-1.5
(+136)
U 6.5
(-120)

Moneyline Movements: 24

Spread Movements: None

Total Goals Movements: 3
Sportsbook Edge
+2.77%

Washington Capitals Win Probability: 36.90%

Tampa Bay Lightning Win Probability: 65.87%

36.90%
65.87%
7:07 PM (10/3/2026) ML SPREAD TOTAL
Seattle Kraken
+175
+1.5
(-140)
O 6.5
(-121)
Edmonton Oilers
-198
-1.5
(+123)
U 6.5
(+106)

Moneyline Movements: 23

Spread Movements: None

Total Goals Movements: None
Sportsbook Edge
+2.80%

Seattle Kraken Win Probability: 36.36%

Edmonton Oilers Win Probability: 66.44%

36.36%
66.44%
7:07 PM (10/3/2026) ML SPREAD TOTAL
Montreal Canadiens
-107
-1.5
(+223)
O 6.5
(-111)
Pittsburgh Penguins
-105
+1.5
(-262)
U 6.5
(-103)

Moneyline Movements: 27

Spread Movements: None

Total Goals Movements: None
Sportsbook Edge
+2.91%

Montreal Canadiens Win Probability: 51.69%

Pittsburgh Penguins Win Probability: 51.22%

51.69%
51.22%
7:37 PM (10/3/2026) ML SPREAD TOTAL
New Jersey Devils
-132
-1.5
(+192)
O 6
(+100)
New York Islanders
+119
+1.5
(-223)
U 6
(-114)

Moneyline Movements: 20

Spread Movements: None

Total Goals Movements: None
Sportsbook Edge
+2.56%

New Jersey Devils Win Probability: 56.90%

New York Islanders Win Probability: 45.66%

56.90%
45.66%
8:07 PM (10/3/2026) ML SPREAD TOTAL
Dallas Stars
-141
-1.5
(+181)
O 6
(-110)
Nashville Predators
+127
+1.5
(-210)
U 6
(-104)

Moneyline Movements: 18

Spread Movements: None

Total Goals Movements: None
Sportsbook Edge
+2.56%

Dallas Stars Win Probability: 58.51%

Nashville Predators Win Probability: 44.05%

58.51%
44.05%
8:07 PM (10/3/2026) ML SPREAD TOTAL
Boston Bruins
+183
+1.5
(-142)
O 6.5
(+106)
Minnesota Wild
-206
-1.5
(+125)
U 6.5
(-120)

Moneyline Movements: 8

Spread Movements: None

Total Goals Movements: 3
Sportsbook Edge
+2.66%

Boston Bruins Win Probability: 35.34%

Minnesota Wild Win Probability: 67.32%

35.34%
67.32%
9:07 PM (10/3/2026) ML SPREAD TOTAL
St Louis Blues
+262
+1.5
(+100)
O 6.5
(+104)
Colorado Avalanche
-304
-1.5
(-114)
U 6.5
(-119)

Moneyline Movements: 22

Spread Movements: None

Total Goals Movements: 2
Sportsbook Edge
+2.87%

St Louis Blues Win Probability: 27.62%

Colorado Avalanche Win Probability: 75.25%

27.62%
75.25%
10:07 PM (10/3/2026) ML SPREAD TOTAL
Calgary Flames
-102
+1.5
(-263)
O 6
(-113)
Vancouver Canucks
-110
-1.5
(+224)
U 6
(-102)

Moneyline Movements: 10

Spread Movements: None

Total Goals Movements: 2
Sportsbook Edge
+2.88%

Calgary Flames Win Probability: 50.50%

Vancouver Canucks Win Probability: 52.38%

50.50%
52.38%
10:07 PM (10/3/2026) ML SPREAD TOTAL
Los Angeles Kings
-103
+1.5
(-263)
O 6
(-118)
San Jose Sharks
-109
-1.5
(+224)
U 6
(+104)

Moneyline Movements: 20

Spread Movements: None

Total Goals Movements: None
Sportsbook Edge
+2.89%

Los Angeles Kings Win Probability: 50.74%

San Jose Sharks Win Probability: 52.15%

50.74%
52.15%
1:07 PM (10/4/2026) ML SPREAD TOTAL
Winnipeg Jets
-106
+1.5
(-283)
O 6
(+102)
Detroit Red Wings
-108
-1.5
(+233)
U 6
(-118)

Moneyline Movements: None

Spread Movements: None

Total Goals Movements: None
Sportsbook Edge
+3.38%

Winnipeg Jets Win Probability: 51.46%

Detroit Red Wings Win Probability: 51.92%

51.46%
51.92%
8:07 PM (10/4/2026) ML SPREAD TOTAL
Florida Panthers
-132
-1.5
(+189)
O 6.5
(-118)
Anaheim Ducks
+117
+1.5
(-224)
U 6.5
(+102)

Moneyline Movements: None

Spread Movements: None

Total Goals Movements: None
Sportsbook Edge
+2.98%

Florida Panthers Win Probability: 56.90%

Anaheim Ducks Win Probability: 46.08%

56.90%
46.08%

Hockey Betting Videos

Learn More About NHL (Hockey)

The National Hockey League (NHL) is the premier professional ice hockey league in North America, consisting of 32 teams—25 in the United States and 7 in Canada. It was founded in 1917 in Montreal, Canada, and has grown into one of the "Big Four" professional sports leagues in North America.

Structure of the NHL

1. Regular Season (October–April)

  • Each team plays 82 games (41 home, 41 away).
  • Teams are divided into two conferences:
    • Eastern Conference (Metropolitan & Atlantic Divisions)
    • Western Conference (Central & Pacific Divisions)
  • Points system:
    • Win: 2 points
    • Overtime/Shootout Loss: 1 point
    • Regulation Loss: 0 points

2. Playoffs (April–June)

  • 16 teams qualify (8 from each conference).
  • Format: Best-of-7 series in a bracket-style tournament.
  • Stanley Cup Finals: The winners of the Eastern and Western Conferences compete for the Stanley Cup, the most prestigious trophy in hockey.

3. NHL Draft (June)

  • Teams draft young players (mostly from junior leagues, NCAA, and Europe).
  • The draft order is determined by a lottery for non-playoff teams, giving weaker teams a better chance at high picks.

How to Bet on the NHL

NHL betting involves various markets, each with its own strategies. Here’s a breakdown:

1. Moneyline Betting (Straight Bet)

  • You pick a team to win outright.
  • Example:
    • Toronto Maple Leafs -150 (Favorite)
    • Montreal Canadiens +130 (Underdog)
    • Betting $150 on Toronto wins $100 if they win.
    • Betting $100 on Montreal wins $130 if they win.

2. Puck Line Betting (Spread Bet)

  • Similar to point spreads in other sports, but always set at -1.5 or +1.5 goals.
  • Example:
    • Boston Bruins -1.5 (+160) → Must win by 2+ goals for a successful bet.
    • New York Rangers +1.5 (-200) → Must win or lose by 1 goal for a successful bet.

3. Over/Under (Total Goals)

  • You bet on whether the total combined goals will be over or under a set number.
  • Example: Over 5.5 (-110), Under 5.5 (-110)
    • If the final score is 4-2 (6 total goals) → "Over" wins.
    • If the final score is 3-2 (5 total goals) → "Under" wins.

4. Prop Bets (Specialty Bets)

  • Betting on specific outcomes within the game, such as:
    • First team to score
    • Which player will score a goal?
    • Total saves by a goalie
    • Exact score predictions

5. Live Betting (In-Game Bets)

  • Betting on real-time odds while the game is in progress.
  • Example: Betting on a team to come back from a deficit during the second period.

6. Futures Bets

  • Long-term bets, such as:
    • Stanley Cup winner
    • Conference winners
    • MVP (Hart Trophy) winner
    • Most goals scored (Rocket Richard Trophy)

Tips for Betting on NHL

  1. Understand Home/Away Performance → Some teams perform significantly better at home.
  2. Check Goalie Matchups → Goaltenders can heavily influence a game.
  3. Analyze Injuries & Line Changes → Missing key players affects team performance.
  4. Look at Team Schedules → Teams on a back-to-back may be fatigued.
  5. Track Advanced Stats → Metrics like Corsi, Fenwick, and PDO can help predict performance.
  6. Beware of Public Betting Trends → The public often overvalues favorites.

Conclusion

The NHL is a fast-paced, unpredictable league that offers plenty of betting opportunities. Understanding team form, player stats, and betting strategies is crucial for success. Whether you're betting on the moneyline, puck line, or props, the key is to research and manage your bankroll wisely.

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