NHL News
We're just a few weeks away from the start of the 2024/25 National Hockey League season, with rookie tournaments already starting, preseason action beginning next week, and opening night coming on October 8th. Rosters are starting to take form -…
We're just a few weeks away from the start of the 2024/25 National Hockey League season, with rookie tournaments already starting, preseason action beginning next week, and opening night coming on October 8th. Rosters are starting to take form -…
We're just a few weeks away from the start of the 2024/25 National Hockey League season, with rookie tournaments already starting, preseason action beginning next week, and opening night coming on October 8th. Rosters are starting to take form -…
Another one of the National Hockey League's offseason subplots has concluded Monday, with the Pittsburgh Penguins announcing that they had agreed to terms with captain and franchise legend Sidney Crosby on a two-year contract extension beginning in 2025/26. While this…
The Vezina Trophy, awarded to the National Hockey League's best goaltender in a given season, is among the league's most prestigious awards. After all, a team is only as good as its netminder, as the difference between an elite and…
After an offseason of speculation, the Toronto Maple Leafs' depth puzzle pieces are starting to come together. The team announced several transactions over the past few days that solved some problems in the depths of their lineup but could also…
As the National Hockey League preseason nears, teams are starting to prepare their rosters - often a mix of their signed roster players, recent draft picks, and maybe a few invites in between. Typically, these invites come in the form…
The Edmonton Oilers have come out of Labour Day Weekend with a bang, announcing a bit of news that will calm the nerves of their fanbase as they head into the 2024/25. The team has agreed to terms with Leon…
Could Macklin Celebrini be the next No. 1 pick to capture the Calder Trophy, or will another rookie make a breakout performance and steal the spotlight? We won’t know until the NHL awards are handed out next June, but we…
The National Hockey League is nearing a return for its 2024/25 season, with training camps and preseason games just a couple of weeks away. As such, much of the mainstream media is starting to return to talk puck, and a…
On Sunday night, Sportsnet insider Elliotte Friedman put out a rare summer edition of his 32 Thoughts column, signifying that nature is healing and that hockey season is fast approaching. As usual, the column was full of insights across the…
Outside of a couple of offer sheets, the NHL had been relatively quiet—until the Montreal Canadiens made a major move on Monday afternoon by acquiring star winger Patrik Laine from the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for defenceman Jordan Harris…
The worst-kept secret in the sporting world this week was officially confirmed on Wednesday morning, as the Toronto Maple Leafs announced that Auston Matthews would be named the 26th captain in franchise history. Many felt this move would come eventually,…
Hockey fans across the continent woke up to surprising news on Tuesday morning, as the St. Louis Blues announced that they had tendered two offer sheets to Philip Broberg and Dylan Holloway, both of the Edmonton Oilers. This now starts…
Even though the NHL regular season doesn't kick off until October 4th, fans and bettors alike can predict where teams like the Toronto Maple Leafs, Edmonton Oilers, and Montreal Canadiens will finish now that bet365 has released their regular season…
NHL schedule makers wasted no time in crafting the 2024-25 regular season schedule, getting right to work following the Stanley Cup Final on June 24th. The eagerly awaited schedule was released on July 2nd, providing fans and teams with a…
The National Hockey League offseason is in full swing, and the betting markets are already starting to prepare for 2024/25. Earlier this week, we took a look at which teams saw big swings after the opening day of unrestricted free…
The National Hockey League offseason continues to march forward, with the NHL Entry Draft occurring last weekend and free agency opening on Monday. Canada's seven teams have all been deeply involved in the mix of transactions. Yesterday, Andy MacNeil looked…
There has been no shortage of player movement in the National Hockey League this week, between Friday and Saturday's Entry Draft and Monday's start of free agency. All seven of Canada's teams were deep into the mix, with a firm…
The first day of the National Hockey League's free agency period is behind us, and what a day it was. Blessed with a maximum 5% salary cap ceiling increase for the first time since 2018/19, teams used the newfound money… Pages:
2024/25 NHL Points, Standings, Stanley Cup Futures Preview: Central Division
Article posted on Sunday 22 September - 10:35 EDT
2024/25 NHL Points, Standings, Stanley Cup Futures Preview: Metropolitan Division
Article posted on Friday 20 September - 12:03 EDT
2024/25 NHL Points, Standings, Stanley Cup Futures Preview: Atlantic Division
Article posted on Tuesday 17 September - 14:23 EDT
Crosby Continues Penguin For Life Pursuit With New Extension
Article posted on Monday 16 September - 15:47 EDT
How To Approach Your NHL Vezina Trophy Handicapping
Article posted on Sunday 15 September - 10:11 EDT
Leafs Bolster Winger Depth, But Questions Still Remain
Article posted on Thursday 12 September - 11:42 EDT
Can Pro Tryouts Help Pair Of Canadian Teams?
Article posted on Sunday 08 September - 11:44 EDT
Leon Draisaitl Cashes Out With Long-Term Extension In Edmonton
Article posted on Tuesday 03 September - 13:32 EDT
How To Approach Your NHL Calder Trophy Handicapping
Article posted on Tuesday 03 September - 10:38 EDT
How To Approach Your NHL Jack Adams Award Handicapping
Article posted on Thursday 29 August - 11:00 EDT
What Options Do the Maple Leafs Have At Left Wing?
Article posted on Monday 26 August - 12:50 EDT
Does Patrik Laine Make Montreal A Serious Playoff Threat?
Article posted on Tuesday 20 August - 12:31 EDT
How Will A Captaincy Swap Impact The Maple Leafs?
Article posted on Wednesday 14 August - 15:26 EDT
Should The Oilers Match Offer Sheets To Broberg, Holloway?
Article posted on Tuesday 13 August - 11:14 EDT
Predicting Points: Over/Under Projections On Canadian NHL Teams for the 2024-25 Regular Season
Article posted on Thursday 25 July - 11:53 EDT
2024-25 NHL Schedule Analysis: Strength Of Schedule Breakdown
Article posted on Tuesday 23 July - 12:04 EDT
Opening Futures Odds Released For 2024/25 NHL Awards
Article posted on Saturday 06 July - 11:58 EDT
Canadian NHL Free Agency Recap – Eastern Trio Shake-Up Their Bluelines
Article posted on Thursday 04 July - 11:49 EDT
Canadian NHL Free Agency Recap – Western Teams Solidify Directions
Article posted on Wednesday 03 July - 10:31 EDT
NHL Free Agency Brings Big Risers, Fallers In Stanley Cup Futures Market
Article posted on Tuesday 02 July - 15:43 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.
