NHL News
It’s time for another week in the National Hockey League season, and you know what that means – another look at the schedule ahead! Paired with Canada Sports Betting’s written and video coverage of the NHL, and some of our handy features like the strength of schedule…
When the Toronto Maple Leafs and Detroit Red Wings face off on Sunday, it’ll be a battle of two Atlantic Division teams. The Boston Bruins and Florida Panthers are the two leading teams in the Atlantic Division, but things start…
After a somewhat easy week and change, it's time for the Toronto Maple Leafs to hit the gas pedal with some more significant opponents. The blue and white will play back-to-back this weekend, and have a very tough challenge in…
Welcome back to HNIC Coast To Coast! Every Friday, Canada Sports Betting previews all of the National Hockey League weekend action involving the seven Canadian teams. This week, we're in for a treat, as a 32-team schedule on Saturday guarantees…
Through all the ups and downs of the 2023/24 season, the Toronto Maple Leafs finally appear to be hitting a grove. They've been one of the league's best teams by record over the past two months, and after a few…
This NHL season has been a blast, so it's no wonder that we've almost reached the halfway point. Time flies when you're having fun, and it's been a dream to build Canada Sports Betting's hockey podcast, The Puck Portfolio, from…
After sweeping their California road trip last week, the Toronto Maple Leafs get a bit of a bonus round in Tuesday night National Hockey League action. They'll face the San Jose Sharks for a second consecutive night, hoping to increase…
It’s time for another week in the National Hockey League season, and you know what that means – another look at the schedule ahead! Paired with Canada Sports Betting’s written and video coverage of the NHL, and some of our handy features like the strength of schedule…
Coming into this season, everyone expected the New York Rangers to be serious contenders for the Stanley Cup. Far fewer thought that the Vancouver Canucks would be among the best in the league. However, with the midway point of the…
It's not common for the Toronto Maple Leafs to make hay during their annual California road trip, no matter how good or bad the trio of Los Angeles, Anaheim, and San Jose are. So far though, this season's edition has…
Welcome back to HNIC Coast To Coast! After a bit of time off for the holidays, we're back with Canada's favourite National Hockey League weekend preview post, as voted on by no one. All seven Canadian NHL teams are in…
It all comes down to this. After all the upsets and surprises, early flameouts and Cinderella runs, the gold medal game at the 2024 World Junior Hockey Championship features... the two teams that were the odds-on favourites to win at…
Fans across the country were shocked on Tuesday by Canada's quarter-final elimination in the 2024 World Junior Hockey Championship, ending their quest for a third consecutive gold medal much earlier than expected. While the team wasn't ranked as the favourites…
The march across California continues for the Toronto Maple Leafs on Wednesday, as they hope to follow up a win against the Los Angeles Kings with another against the Anaheim Ducks. If there's one thing we know about this team,…
The NHL is back in full swing after a short break for the holidays, quickly approaching the halfway point of the season, which means it's the perfect time to bring hockey bettors up to speed with another edition of weekly…
It’s time for another week in the National Hockey League season, and you know what that means – another look at the schedule ahead! Paired with Canada Sports Betting’s written and video coverage of the NHL, and some of our handy features like the strength of schedule…
New year, new Leafs? That's the hope in Toronto, as the blue and white try to shake off a December losing skid with a fresh start in California. Yes, it's time for their west-coast road trip, with late start times…
Team Canada begins the do-or-die stage of the 2024 World Junior Hockey Championship on Tuesday, getting a day's rest for New Year's before getting right back at it against Czechia (or, as listed on bet365 and formerly known, the Czech…
Canada faced their first blow of adversity in the 2024 World Junior Hockey Championship on Friday, falling to the host nation Sweden in round-robin action. With both teams being gold medal threats, it's not the biggest blow in the world,…
The Toronto Maple Leafs look to wrap up the calendar year on a high note, but face a tough challenge ahead, taking on the Carolina Hurricanes in the second half of a back-to-back. The game features the return of an… Pages:
NorthStar Bets NHL Schedule Rest Mismatches: Week of Jan. 15-21
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HNIC Coast To Coast: Oilers Look For 10 In A Row Against Canadiens
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HNIC Coast To Coast: Hughes Bowl Gets A Grudge Match
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NorthStar Bets Weekly NHL Betting Insights (Jan. 3)
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bet365 NHL Odds, Preview: Maple Leafs vs. Kings (Jan. 2)
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bet365 WJC Odds, Preview: Canada vs. Czechia (Jan. 2)
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bet365 WJC Odds, Preview: Canada vs. Germany (Dec. 31)
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bet365 NHL Odds, Preview: Hurricanes vs. Maple Leafs (Dec. 30)
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NHL News, Betting Picks, Previews for 2024-2025 Season
With hockey season just around the corner, it’s time to hit up some NHL news, check out who’s playing, and review the top NHL odds for your chance to win big alongside your favourite teams—or at least the ones you bet on.
Hockey season kicks off strong with teams hitting the ice on Friday, October 4th. We can expect teams like the Edmonton Oilers, Florida Panthers, Dallas Stars, and New York Rangers to slap shot into the playoffs. The Arizona Coyotes? Not so much. Although NHL news today might change (and we’re really putting the future in “futures”), you can stay up-to-date with us as your one-stop shop for this season’s NHL betting picks, previews, and players destined for the playoffs.
NHL Bets Today
Now, we know that these may be way-too-early NHL predictions, but we can’t help it—we’re just excited, okay? Looking at the NHL news and rumors, the Oilers are favoured and stand to make a comeback after their defeat to last season’s Stanley Cup winners, the Panthers. Explore NHL betting odds and favourites to find the top NHL bets today.
NHL Betting Sites
Knowing who and what to wager on is only half the battle; finding a trusted sportsbook with competitive odds is arguably just as important. When it comes to finding the best NHL sportsbooks for you, it’s important to assess sites’ reliability, ease-of-use, and popular types of bets available (not to mention if they’re licensed and regulated). Reviewing sportsbooks can be a pain (especially when you have to log countless hours to do so) but don’t worry we already put in the grunt work. Check out our list in the link above to hit the ground running and secure a hat-trick of your own.
NHL Predictions
Before players even have the chance to pop on their skates after the off-season, sportsbooks and sites have already made their NHL projections for the season. You can even find odds for the biggest NHL futures like who will win the Stanley Cup in 2025. Now we might be biased, but for the best and latest NHL predictions, check out our NHL projections.
NHL Strength of Schedule
For an in-depth NHL schedule analysis, look no further than our 2024-25’s NHL strength of schedule. We discuss how to calculate strength of schedule, projected regular season point totals, and how teams will match up against their competitors. See how this season’s strength of schedule poses a challenge for the San Jose Sharks and a breeze for the Oilers to score points.
IIHF World Juniors Odds
If you can’t get enough hockey, want something besides the NHL to sink your teeth into, and don’t mind a bit of unpredictability, then the IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship might be just the thing to scratch that itch. Explore our World Juniors betting breakdown for the current world junior odds, top scores, and your guide to bet on IIHF champs and underdogs. After comparing the world junior odds, log into your favourite sportsbook for another way to wager and win.
Best Sportsbooks in Canada 2024
It’s obvious that sports betting is our bread and butter and it’s our mission to share our knowledge, research, and insights with beginner bettors and experienced pros alike. To help our readers make informed decisions, gamble and play responsibly, and find reputable sportsbooks that fit their betting habits, we’ve complied a list of the best sportsbooks in Canada after combing over and reviewing each betting site.
Best Sports Betting Apps 2024
Want to take your bets on the go? Never miss a faceoff, or your chance to win your wager, with your choice of the best sports betting apps. We’ve reviewed 2024’s top sportsbook apps for you explore the best of the best NHL bets today.
Frequently Asked Questions About NHL News
Winnipeg, Manitoba, with a population of 849,000 is the smallest city with an NHL team, but that doesn’t stop the Winnipeg Jets from putting up a good fight.
Montreal, Quebec is birthplace of the hockey we know and love today; with the first indoor game held March 3, 1875. But ball-and-stick games resembling hockey date back to Ancient Egypt and Medieval Europe.
Founded in 1909, the Montreal Canadiens are the oldest NHL team.
The Washington Capitals had the worst recorded season in NHL history by winning percentages in 1975 with 8-67-5 (wins-losses-overtime losses). If you’re going by losses, look no further than the San Jose Sharks’ 1993 season of 11-71-2.
The player with the worst plus/minus rating in NHL history is Washington Capitals’ William “Bill” Mikkelson with a -82 in 1974/75.
With 24 Stanley Cups to date, the Montreal Canadiens are the most successful team in Canada.
