NHL Betting Odds and Lines
See the latest NHL betting odds for today’s games below. Toggle between puck line, moneyline and goal totals to compare prices across sportsbooks. Lines move as books react to injuries, goalie confirmations and betting volume, so check the number again before you place a bet.
NHL betting lines explained
Every NHL game has three core markets. Here is how each one works, using a sample matchup between the Colorado Avalanche and the Chicago Blackhawks.
Moneyline
You pick the winner. A minus number is the favorite, a plus number is the underdog.
- Colorado -150, bet $150 to win $100. Total return $250.
- Chicago +130, bet $100 to win $130. Total return $230.
The bigger the minus number, the heavier the favorite. At -300 you risk $300 to win $100.
Puck line
Hockey’s version of the point spread, almost always set at 1.5 goals. Because NHL games are low scoring, the payout swings hard.
- Colorado -1.5 (+160), Colorado must win by two or more goals. A $100 bet wins $160.
- Chicago +1.5 (-190), Chicago wins the bet if it loses by exactly one goal or wins the game. You risk $190 to win $100.
An empty net goal in the final minute is what decides most puck line bets.
Total goals (over/under)
You bet on the combined goals scored by both teams. Most NHL totals sit at 5.5 or 6.5.
- Over 6.5 (-105) wins if the teams combine for 7 goals or more.
- Under 6.5 (-115) wins at 6 goals or fewer.
A 6-3 final goes over. A 3-2 final goes under.
How to read NHL betting lines today
Read the odds table left to right: teams, moneyline, puck line, total, then the sportsbook offering that price.
Two details matter in hockey.
- First, standard moneyline, puck line and total bets settle on the final result including overtime and the shootout. Regulation time markets are listed separately and priced differently, so check which one you are backing.
- Second, a confirmed starting goalie can move a moneyline by 20 to 30 points on its own.
Why NHL odds move
- Starting goalies. Confirmations usually land on game day morning. A backup in net can flip a team from -140 to +110.
- Injuries and lineup changes. A top line forward or a first pair defenseman scratched late shifts both the moneyline and the total.
- Betting volume. Heavy money on one side forces books to adjust the price.
- Schedule spots. Back to back games and long road trips are priced in.
The number you see in the morning is rarely the number at puck drop. That is why comparing books is worth the extra minute.
Where to find the best NHL betting odds
No sportsbook has the best price on every game. A 10 point difference on a moneyline is common, and over a season it is the difference between a winning and a losing record.
Example: Colorado at -150 on one book and -140 on another. On a $100 bet that is $71.43 profit versus $76.92. Same bet, same result, 8% more return for using the second book.
The table above compares live prices across the major US sportsbooks:
- DraftKings, deep NHL prop and futures markets.
- FanDuel, strong same game parlay coverage for hockey.
- BetMGM, wide range of NHL award futures.
- Caesars, competitive pricing on puck lines and totals.
- bet365, extensive live betting during games.
- Fanatics Sportsbook, simple interface and regular NHL promos.
Availability depends on your state. See our sportsbook reviews for what is live where you are.
NHL futures and award odds
Game lines are only part of the market. NHL futures run all season and cover team results and individual awards. Each market below has its own page with live odds.
| Market | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Stanley Cup odds | Championship odds for all 32 teams, updated through the playoffs. |
| NHL playoff odds | Each team’s chance of reaching the postseason. |
| Eastern Conference winner odds | Odds to win the East and reach the Stanley Cup Final. |
| Western Conference winner odds | Odds to win the West and reach the Stanley Cup Final. |
| NHL point totals | Season point totals by team, over or under. |
| Hart Trophy odds | Most valuable player to his team. |
| Art Ross Trophy odds | Most points in the regular season. |
| Rocket Richard Trophy odds | Most goals in the regular season. |
| Norris Trophy odds | Best defenseman. |
| Vezina Trophy odds | Best goaltender. |
| Calder Trophy odds | Rookie of the year. |
NHL picks and betting trends
Once you have the lines, this page helps you use them. NHL betting trends, how each team performs against the puck line and the total.
NHL Betting Odds FAQ
It is the underdog puck line. The team can lose by one goal and the bet still wins. If Chicago is +1.5 and loses 4-3, the bet cashes.
A $100 bet returns $200 in profit, $300 in total. Plus odds always show what you win on a $100 stake.
You risk $150 to win $100. Minus odds show what you need to bet to win $100.
Standard moneyline, puck line and total bets settle after overtime and the shootout. Regulation time markets are listed separately.
Books pull lines when key news is pending, usually a goalie or injury update. Prices return once the news is confirmed.
The odds table above compares live prices across sportsbooks. Always take the best available number, since a 10 point moneyline difference changes your payout on every bet.
