NHL News
The Toronto Maple Leafs didn't get off to the hot start to the playoffs that they wanted on Saturday, dropping Game 1 to the Boston Bruins. On one hand, conventional wisdom is that you're never really in trouble in the…
Excitement is high in British Columbia as the Vancouver Canucks get set to play their first home playoff game since the 2014/15 season. While the team has slightly cooled, the Canucks have made huge strides overall this season, and hopes…
It all starts again tonight, as the Stanley Cup playoffs begin, and along with them, the Toronto Maple Leafs make another attempt to get this thing right. After going on a slightly better run than usual in 2023, fans still…
The Stanley Cup Playoffs get underway on Saturday Night, and there are four Canadian teams still in the mix! Unfortunately, we say goodbye to the Calgary Flames, Montreal Canadiens, and Ottawa Senators for the remainder of the year, but between…
It's the last game of the regular season for the Toronto Maple Leafs, and their matchup is set. An unexpected shift in the standings has given them a new opponent to plan for, but before they can do that, they'll…
After Tuesday night, we now know the 16 NHL teams that will be competing in this year's Stanley Cup Playoffs and that's allowed oddsmakers to open some betting lines for the first round of the playoffs which will begin on…
The Toronto Maple Leafs are just two games away from another shot at the Stanley Cup Playoffs - a chance to rewrite history and shake off the cobwebs of underachievement in their competitive window. To do that, though, they'll have…
With three games to go, there isn't a ton riding on the line for the Toronto Maple Leafs. There's an outside chance of home-ice advantage in the first round of the playoffs, but that shifted into "easier said than done"…
Welcome back to HNIC Coast to Coast! For the last time in the 2023/24 National Hockey League regular season, Canada Sports Betting takes a look at the Saturday & Sunday schedules and how they pertain to Canada's seven teams. They're…
Just two days after taking on the New Jersey Devils at the Prudential Center, the Toronto Maple Leafs flip the script and bring their Metropolitan Division friends with them to Scotiabank Arena. It's an immediate grudge match on Thursday's National…
With a resounding tap of his stick and a swift flick of the wrist, Auston Matthews clinched another crucial goal, extending the Maple Leafs' lead to 4-2 against the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday night. This goal not only bolstered…
Flyers Choke: Playoff Dreams Dashed The Flyers were the third-best team in the NHL's Metropolitan Division on March 24th, just one day after defeating the Boston Bruins. They had a two-point lead over the Washington Capitals, a five-point lead over…
Hot off the heels of an overtime win against the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Toronto Maple Leafs find themselves on a quick trip to New Jersey to take on the Devils in the first game of a home-and-home matchup. With key…
The Toronto Maple Leafs inch closer and closer to figuring out their exact playoff seeding, and on Monday night, they have an opportunity to build on their point totals while making things a lot more difficult for some old friends,…
One of the most iconic rivalries in hockey, if not all of the professional sports, comes to its 2023/24 conclusion tonight as the Toronto Maple Leafs take on the Montreal Canadiens. The Maple Leafs have an opportunity to move closer…
Welcome back to HNIC Coast To Coast, Canada Sports Betting's weekly look at NHL action on Saturday and Sunday, particularly games involving Canadian teams. All seven teams of the north are in action on Saturday, including two of the biggest…
Should bettors be concerned about home and road splits? Colorado and Edmonton are among the best teams in the league, however, both the Avalanche and Oilers have struggled to play like it on the road this season. Colorado (+64) and…
The Toronto Maple Leafs' playoff prep tour continues in the final weeks of the season, moving from a win over one of their 2023 playoff opponents in Florida, to a game against another postseason foe in the Tampa Bay Lightning.…
With the Stanley Cup Playoffs fast approaching, the Toronto Maple Leafs will be spending the final few weeks of the regular season fine-tuning for post-season action. It should come as no surprise, then, that the back end of their schedule…
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… Pages:
NHL Betting Preview (April 22): Bruins vs. Maple Leafs Predictions
Article posted on Monday 22 April - 10:45 EDT
NHL Betting Preview (April 21): Predators vs. Canucks Predictions
Article posted on Sunday 21 April - 11:16 EDT
NHL Betting Preview (April 20): Bruins vs. Maple Leafs Predictions
Article posted on Saturday 20 April - 10:48 EDT
HNIC Coast To Coast: Canada’s Teams Get Playoffs Underway
Article posted on Friday 19 April - 13:23 EDT
NHL Betting Preview (April 17): Lightning vs. Maple Leafs Predictions
Article posted on Wednesday 17 April - 12:06 EDT
A First Look At NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs Opening Series Prices
Article posted on Wednesday 17 April - 11:35 EDT
NHL Betting Preview (April 16): Panthers vs. Maple Leafs Predictions
Article posted on Tuesday 16 April - 11:14 EDT
NHL Betting Preview (April 13): Red Wings vs. Maple Leafs Predictions
Article posted on Saturday 13 April - 10:36 EDT
HNIC Coast To Coast: Last Stop Til Stanley
Article posted on Friday 12 April - 13:07 EDT
NHL Betting Preview (April 11): Devils vs. Maple Leafs Predictions
Article posted on Thursday 11 April - 11:15 EDT
Auston Matthews Odds Shift As Leafs Centre Chases 70 Goals
Article posted on Thursday 11 April - 11:05 EDT
Weekly NHL Betting Insights (April 10): McDavid’s Injury, Betting Trends, Most & Least Profitable Teams
Article posted on Wednesday 10 April - 14:00 EDT
NHL Betting Preview (April 9): Devils vs. Maple Leafs Predictions
Article posted on Tuesday 09 April - 10:27 EDT
NHL Betting Preview (April 8): Penguins vs. Maple Leafs Predictions
Article posted on Monday 08 April - 11:28 EDT
NHL Betting Preview (April 6): Canadiens vs. Maple Leafs Predictions
Article posted on Saturday 06 April - 11:37 EDT
HNIC Coast To Coast: McDavid Chases 100 Assists In Rivalry Weekend
Article posted on Friday 05 April - 10:53 EDT
Weekly NHL Betting Insights (April 3): Oilers, Avalanche Not Profitable Road Bets
Article posted on Wednesday 03 April - 15:18 EDT
NHL Betting Preview (April 3): Lightning vs. Maple Leafs Predictions
Article posted on Wednesday 03 April - 11:11 EDT
NHL Betting Preview (April 1): Panthers vs. Maple Leafs Predictions
Article posted on Monday 01 April - 10:37 EDT
NorthStar Bets NHL Schedule & Rest Mismatches: Week of April 1-7
Article posted on Sunday 31 March - 10:16 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.
