NHL News
Throughout the coming weeks, Canada Sports Betting is going to take an individual look at some of the best and most popular players in the National Hockey League, and where they stand in the various player prop markets available right…
After a thrilling victory over the Lightning to earn their first series win in 19 years, the Toronto Maple Leafs faced disappointment in Round 2 against the Florida Panthers. Their struggle to penetrate the goaltending of Sergei Bobrovsky, who boasted…
This offseason has been dragging on, especially considering the pandemic-shortened summers of the last three years. For Edmonton Oilers players and their passionate fan base, the excitement for the upcoming 2023-24 NHL regular season is palpable. Their collective ambition? Nothing…
The National Hockey League's preseason officially got underway on Friday, with the Los Angeles Kings, Arizona Coyotes, and St. Louis Blues beginning an exhibition schedule that is headlined by a series of games in Australia. The games we've seen so…
The summer will officially be seeing its end later this week, and with that, you know that the National Hockey League season is just around the corner. Training camps begin to open over the next few days, rookie tournaments are…
The National Hockey League season is nearing closer and closer, with camps just a couple weeks away! Over the past month, we've looked at some of the projections for the four divisions (Atlantic, Metropolitan, Central, and Pacific), and today we'll…
The National Hockey League season is nearing, with preseason just a few weeks away and the regular season opening night of October 10th rapidly approaching. As such, if you've got a strong feeling about a team, or an award-chasing player,…
The National Hockey League season is nearing, with preseason just a few weeks away and the regular season opening night of October 10th rapidly approaching. As such, if you've got a strong feeling about a team, or an award-chasing player,…
Fans of the Toronto Maple Leafs can breathe a little easier on heading into the 2023/24 season, as the team announced a four-year contract extension with megastar forward Auston Matthews early on Wednesday evening. As reported by salary cap resource…
The National Hockey League season is nearing, with preseason just a few weeks away and the regular season opening night of October 10th rapidly approaching. As such, if you've got a strong feeling about a team, or an award-chasing player,…
The National Hockey League season is nearing, with preseason just a few weeks away and the regular season opening night of October 10th rapidly approaching. As such, if you've got a strong feeling about a team, or an award-chasing player,…
We still have nearly three months until the puck drops in the 2023/24 NHL season - much closer to the previous year than we are to the next. If it feels like just yesterday when the NHL Awards were given…
The National Hockey League offseason is well underway, with a week that gave us the NHL Entry Draft and Free Agent Frenzy with days of each other. Teams loaded up on youth last Wednesday and Thursday, and come Saturday morning,…
A lot of pressure is on the Toronto Maple Leafs as the NHL offseason gets underway. Since the last time we did an autopsy on the team, they made a front office change in replacing Kyle Dubas with Brad Treliving…
The Edmonton Oilers came up short in the NHL postseason for the fourth straight season after losing in the conference semifinals to the Vegas Golden Knights, who went on to claim the first Stanley Cup title in their short franchise…
There is no better way for the National Hockey League to get a fresh start on an upcoming season than by introducing a new generation of players to the fold. Yes, the 2023 NHL Draft is just a day a…
The NHL offseason is now in full swing for all 32 teams, and it's a pretty important summer ahead for several of the teams representing Canada. Over the next week and change we'll make some stops around the landscape to…
Elvis may have left the building, but tonight, the Stanley Cup is in it. T-Mobile Arena is the host venue of the first potential championship game in Vegas Golden Knights' history, as they seek the National Hockey League's biggest prize.…
On Saturday night, the Vegas Golden Knights took a 3-1 lead in the Stanley Cup Final, bringing them one step closer to the National Hockey League's most esteemed prize. That's the one that everyone on both sides wants, but there…
We have a series! A thrilling conclusion to Game 3 of the National Hockey League's Stanley Cup Final kept the series within one, meaning Saturday will not potentially be the end of the NHL season. Let's look at the game… Pages:
NHL Player Prop Preview: Can Auston Matthews Return to MVP Form?
Article posted on Sunday 01 October - 10:09 EDT
Toronto Maple Leafs Season Betting Preview: Win Now? Maybe.
Article posted on Thursday 28 September - 10:49 EDT
Edmonton Oilers Season Betting Preview: Stanley Cup Or Bust?
Article posted on Wednesday 27 September - 11:22 EDT
NHL Preseason Schedule for Canadian Teams – Action Starts Tonight
Article posted on Sunday 24 September - 09:51 EDT
NHL Preseason Betting Tips: Make the Most of Your Exhibition Time
Article posted on Tuesday 19 September - 12:44 EDT
Examining Canada’s NHL Teams As a New Season Nears
Article posted on Monday 04 September - 12:57 EDT
NHL Team Points, Standings, Stanley Cup Futures Preview: Atlantic Division
Article posted on Sunday 03 September - 12:11 EDT
NHL Team Points, Standings, Stanley Cup Futures Preview: Metropolitan Division
Article posted on Sunday 27 August - 10:18 EDT
Auston Matthews Bets On Himself With Mid-Term Extension
Article posted on Thursday 24 August - 11:28 EDT
NHL Team Points, Standings, Stanley Cup Futures Preview: Central Division
Article posted on Sunday 20 August - 12:02 EDT
NHL Team Points, Standings, Stanley Cup Futures Preview: Pacific Division
Article posted on Sunday 13 August - 10:30 EDT
An Early Look at NHL Awards Futures Odds: Who To Bet Now, Who To Fade
Article posted on Thursday 13 July - 11:41 EDT
Looking at Stanley Cup Futures Value after Free Agent Frenzy
Article posted on Tuesday 04 July - 16:22 EDT
Five Things For The Toronto Maple Leafs To Consider This Offseason
Article posted on Friday 30 June - 12:41 EDT
Five Things For The Edmonton Oilers To Consider This Offseason
Article posted on Wednesday 28 June - 14:40 EDT
2023 NHL Draft Preview: Best Bets, Canadian Team Targets
Article posted on Tuesday 27 June - 10:32 EDT
Five Things For The Montreal Canadiens To Consider This Offseason
Article posted on Friday 23 June - 14:19 EDT
bet365 NHL Odds, Preview: Panthers vs. Golden Knights (June 13)
Article posted on Tuesday 13 June - 10:23 EDT
2023 Conn Smythe Trophy Watch: Marchessault Leads Playoff MVP Pack
Article posted on Sunday 11 June - 13:36 EDT
HNIC Coast to Coast: Panthers Embrace Home Ice
Article posted on Friday 09 June - 14:56 EDT
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.
