NHL News
It's been a jam-packed second full week of action across the National Hockey League, and Canada's seven teams are no exception. Already, we've seen some surprising results, with a few teams going against the grain of expectation out of the…
We're back! Every Friday for the past two seasons, we at Canada Sports Betting have taken a trip around the Great White North to get you set for every weekend NHL game involving a Canadian team, particularly the top games…
While the Ottawa Senators are the only one of the seven Canadian NHL teams to not be in action Wednesday night, fans of the team have plenty to talk about, as the team announced a four-year contract extension for recently-acquired…
While the National Hockey League season officially kicked off last week in Prague, yesterday felt like a more official return to action, with three games in Seattle, Florida, and the first-ever game in Salt Lake City getting fans back in…
The Toronto Maple Leafs have wrapped up their preseason and dive straight into the real deal on Wednesday night, taking on the Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Centre in yet another opening pursuit towards the Stanley Cup - or at…
Edmonton’s “Cup or bust” mindset heading into the 2023-24 season didn’t end with a Stanley Cup championship, as they fell just one goal short in Game 7. However, instead of tearing things down, they made key additions and are back…
The National Hockey League season is officially underway, sort of. Most of the league is technically still wrapping up their preseason, but for the New Jersey Devils and Buffalo Sabres, the regular season officially got underway on Friday and Saturday…
Toronto has been a 100-plus point team for the last three years, and sportsbooks expect that to continue, setting their 2024-25 regular season point total at 102.5. However, the Maple Leafs' Stanley Cup odds are the longest they've been in…
The National Hockey League is back! Sort of. Most of the league's 32 teams still have a few preseason games to go before getting their regular seasons started next week, but for the New Jersey Devils and Buffalo Sabres, the…
Vancouver crushed expectations in 2023-24, winning the Pacific Division with 109 points, but the betting market isn’t expecting a repeat. Sportsbooks currently have the Canucks listed at 99.5 regular season points, largely due to the uncertainty surrounding their starting goaltender.…
In what feels like no time at all, the National Hockey League is just a few days away from its opening night, with the Buffalo Sabres and New Jersey Devils kicking off the 2024/25 season in Czechia on Friday and…
Winnipeg is still a tough contender in the Western Conference, but the betting market expects the Jets to regress in 2024-25, projecting a mid-90s point finish. Winnipeg Jets 2024-25 FuturesSports Interactionbet365Regular Season PointsTotal: 95.5Over: -115Under: -105Total: 81.5Over: -115Under: -105PlayoffsYes: -185No:…
Over the past few weeks, we've touched on a few of the National Hockey League's most prestigious individual awards and the process behind winning them, such as the Jack Adams Trophy for best coach, the Calder Trophy for best rookie,…
The National Hockey League preseason is well underway, and with that comes plenty of options for getting yourselves tuned back into the action! For Canadian bettors and hockey fans alike, though, it's likely the closest teams to you that will…
Ottawa is a popular pick to make the playoffs after acquiring Vezina Trophy-winning goalie Linus Ullmark from the Boston Bruins, but fans and pundits should temper their expectations. The Senators haven’t placed higher than sixth in the Atlantic Division since…
In the two seasons since Nazem Kadri, Jonathan Huberdeau, and MacKenzie Weegar arrived in Calgary, the Flames' expectations have shifted from division title contenders to fringe playoff team and now to draft lottery participants. But after falling short the last…
Montreal hasn’t sniffed the playoffs in the three years since their Cinderella run to the Stanley Cup Final in 2021, failing to accumulate more than 76 points in a single season. However, despite making only one significant roster change, many…
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 -… Pages:
HNIC Coast To Coast: Huberdeau, Flames Hope To Build On Surprising Start
Article posted on Friday 18 October - 12:44 EDT
HNIC Coast To Coast: Superstars Out On Opening Saturday
Article posted on Friday 11 October - 11:19 EDT
How The Linus Ullmark Extension Impacts the Ottawa Senators
Article posted on Wednesday 09 October - 14:51 EDT
Three NHL Player Props To Play (Oct. 9): Target This Montreal Sniper To Find The Back Of The Net
Article posted on Wednesday 09 October - 12:25 EDT
What Would A Successful Season Look Like For Mitch Marner?
Article posted on Tuesday 08 October - 12:44 EDT
2024-25 NHL Betting Preview: Edmonton Oilers
Article posted on Monday 07 October - 10:51 EDT
Are the New Jersey Devils This Year’s NHL Futures Darlings?
Article posted on Sunday 06 October - 11:02 EDT
2024-25 NHL Betting Preview: Toronto Maple Leafs
Article posted on Friday 04 October - 10:06 EDT
NHL Betting Preview (Oct 4): Devils vs. Sabres Predictions
Article posted on Thursday 03 October - 15:13 EDT
2024-25 NHL Betting Preview: Vancouver Canucks
Article posted on Wednesday 02 October - 12:02 EDT
Which NHL Goalies Will Start On Opening Night? You Can Bet On It!
Article posted on Tuesday 01 October - 14:44 EDT
2024-25 NHL Betting Preview: Winnipeg Jets
Article posted on Monday 30 September - 11:47 EDT
How To Approach Your NHL Norris Trophy Handicapping
Article posted on Sunday 29 September - 08:20 EDT
Three Canadian NHL Preseason Games To Watch This Weekend
Article posted on Friday 27 September - 14:09 EDT
2024-25 NHL Betting Preview: Ottawa Senators
Article posted on Friday 27 September - 09:14 EDT
2024-25 NHL Season Betting Preview: Calgary Flames
Article posted on Wednesday 25 September - 11:22 EDT
2024-25 NHL Season Betting Preview: Montreal Canadiens
Article posted on Tuesday 24 September - 09:34 EDT
2024/25 NHL Points, Standings, Stanley Cup Futures Preview: Pacific Division
Article posted on Monday 23 September - 10:39 EDT
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
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.
