NHL News
The Toronto Maple Leafs and Columbus Blue Jackets will take centre stage Wednesday evening when they square off at 7:37 ET in the lone NHL matchup on the schedule. My best bet for Wednesday’s clash between the Maple Leafs and…
All 32 NHL teams will be in action on Tuesday night as part of hockey's "Frozen Frenzy" event, which will feature 16 thrilling games for bettors to handicap. One of the most exciting ways to bet on the NHL is…
It will be a huge weekend for hockey fans, as the NHL will follow a 13-game Saturday slate with an abnormally large eight-game card on Sunday. In this article, I’ll outline my favourite two bets based on Friday’s opening prices…
With only three games on Wednesday's NHL slate, the Montreal Canadiens and Calgary Flames will take centre stage when they square off at the Scotiabank Saddledome at 8:30 p.m. ET. My best bet for Wednesday’s clash between the Canadiens and…
After being shut out for the third time in their opening five games Tuesday versus the Edmonton Oilers, the New York Rangers will look to respond Thursday in a marquee NHL matchup versus the Toronto Maple Leafs. Though the Rangers…
Canada Sports Betting examines the best NHL player prop bets for Wednesday, Oct. 15, highlighting a pair of potential anytime goal-scorers to target. The two NHL goal-scorers we're backing for Wednesday's four-game slate are Tage Thompson and Dylan Guenther. Best…
The NHL will follow Friday’s off-day with a massive 16-game “Super Saturday” slate, which will feature start times spanning from 1:30 p.m. ET to 10:00 p.m. ET on Oct. 11. In this article I’ll provide three moneyline bets that look…
The Montreal Canadiens and Toronto Maple Leafs will renew their historic NHL rivalry Wednesday evening in the season opener for both teams. Toronto lost last season's opening night matchup, 1-0, as Montreal's Sam Montembeault stole the show with 48 saves.…
It's the best time of the year for hockey bettors, as the NHL opens its 2025-26 regular season with a three-game slate on Tuesday night. The season will officially get underway at 5 p.m. ET when the Florida Panthers begin…
The Edmonton Oilers have secured themselves as the NHL Stanley Cup betting favourites in 2025-26 after announcing a two-year, $25 million contract extension with captain Connor McDavid on Monday, just days ahead of the team's regular-season opener. McDavid was set…
Over the past three decades, the NHL has delivered some truly spectacular Stanley Cup moments. From legendary dynasties to underdog triumphs, hockey fans have witnessed memorable championship after memorable championship. But here's what's interesting: not all of these victories have…
With the 2024-25 NHL season in full swing, we have conducted an analysis of more than 2000+ NHL players of the last 10 years to find out what are their most common first names, places of birth, dates of birth,…
While it only seemed like a matter of time before the Toronto Maple Leafs locked defenceman Jake McCabe into a contract extension, the two sides finally made the move official Monday morning, announcing a five-year deal carrying an annual average…
Teams across the National Hockey League are back in full swing, with the league's 32 teams beginning to settle into their expected positions across the standings. For some, though, we've seen signs of over or underachievement - and that seems…
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… Pages:
Maple Leafs vs. Blue Jackets Odds & Best Bet (Oct. 29)
NHL Frozen Frenzy Anytime Goal-Scorer Picks (Oct. 28)
NHL Odds, Betting Notes & Picks For Oct. 25
Canadiens vs. Flames Odds & Best Bet (Oct. 22)
Rangers vs. Maple Leafs Odds & Best Bet (Oct. 16)
NHL Player Props: Anytime Goal-Scorer Predictions & Best Bets For Oct. 15
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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.
NHL Predictions 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 hockey wagers 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. Now we might be biased, but for the best and latest NHL predictions, check out our NHL projections.
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 the top sportsbook apps for you explore the best of the best 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.