NHL Blog Archive
We’ve put this page together to provide you with all of our NHL blogs in one place. Below you’ll find blogs on hockey betting strategy, odds to win NHL awards and other general updates from around the NHL.
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Picking the best NHL anytime goal scorer bets today can be time-consuming, but our hockey experts are here to help! They will share their goal scorer predictions daily from the first dropped puck at the…
Read More → Free 2026 NHL Contests: Best Pick’em and Hockey Pools for Real Prizes
Joining free NHL pools and contests is a fun way to put your hockey knowledge to the test while competing for real prizes. 2026-27 Pick’em pools and other NHL contests let you go head-to-head with hockey fans and bettors from around the world, with prizes up for grabs throughout the season.
Whether you’re making game-by-game picks or competing in larger season-long pools, these contests offer ...
NHL Stanley Cup 2026-27 Betting Preview: Winner Odds, Predictions, & Best Bets
The 2026-27 Stanley Cup odds once again show how competitive the NHL is, as there’s no clear favorite. After the Carolina Hurricanes surged to the top to lift Lord Stanley’s Cup, are they in a good position to repeat, or will there be a new champion?
I evaluate the pre-season winner odds, analyze the top contenders, and share my Stanley Cup predictions for the 2026-27 season.
Here are the...
2026-27 NHL Worst Record Betting Preview: Last Place Odds, Predictions, & Best Bets
While the league’s top teams battle for the Stanley Cup, several others are contending for the unfortunate distinction of having the NHL worst record odds. The tank is already underway for multiple teams and we haven’t even dropped the puck on the new season yet.
In this analysis, I review the latest worst NHL team odds this season, examine the bottom-tier clubs, and share my predictions for w...
2026-27 NHL Awards Betting Preview: Odds, Predictions, Best Bets
As we wait for the next NHL season, the 2026-27 awards odds are now live for what should be an exciting campaign. With plenty of value on the board, now is the time to consider backing the players you think can take home hardware.
I break down the updated winner odds, make my NHL awards predictions, and highlight the best bets to lock in.
Here’s a quick overview of the latest favorites at...
NHL Eastern Conference Final 2026 Betting Preview: Hurricanes vs. Canadiens
The stage is set for a hard‑nosed, physical showdown in the 2026 NHL Eastern Conference Final. Oddsmakers have weighed in, giving the Carolina Hurricanes a clear edge in the betting markets, but are they really the right side for your money?
In this betting preview, I break down the latest odds, analyze the key matchup dynamics, and share my NHL Eastern Conference Final predictions for how the...
NHL Western Conference Final 2026 Preview: Series Odds, Predictions, & Best Bets
The 2026 NHL Western Conference Final odds are out, and oddsmakers have listed one team as the clear betting favorite with a Stanley Cup berth on the line. But which side really has the edge in this heavyweight matchup, and where’s the smart money?
In this betting preview, I break down the latest numbers, analyze the matchup from multiple angles, and share my best NHL Western Conference Final ...
NHL Playoffs 2026 First Round Betting Preview: Predictions, Odds, & Best Bets
As the battle for Lord’s Stanley Cup gets underway, it’s time to make our 2026 NHL Playoffs first round predictions. The opening round promises to be another tightly contested contest, but there is strong value on the board for savvy bettors this year.
Below, I explore the latest NHL Playoffs first round odds, analyze each matchup, and share my best bets.
The following NHL first round odd...
Is Wayne Gretzky the Hockey GOAT: A Deep Dive
Is Wayne Gretzky the greatest hockey player ever? Widespread consensus among fans would agree that Gretzky is, in fact, the hockey GOAT. The four-time Stanley Cup winner has the rings, stats, and accolades to show for it.
However, was Gretzky really that good, and could you argue that another hockey player is worthy of being the best of all time? Let’s break down the objective facts around Gre...
NHL Draft 2025 Odds: Is James Hagens the No. 1 Pick?
As anticipation builds for the next crop of rookie talent, 2025 NHL Draft odds are now available online! With hockey fans wondering who will be the first player off the board, bettors can wager on their top pick in this year’s entry draft.
Below, I explore the latest odds, handicap the best bets, and make my NHL Draft predictions!
The following NHL Draft No. 1 pick odds are courtesy of Be...
Ovechkin Within 12 of Gretzky’s NHL Goal-Scoring Record
Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record of 894 goals is an achievement many thought would never be matched.
Alex Ovechkin scored his fourth goal in three games to reach 30 goals for the 19th time in his NHL career.
Ovechkin now has 883 goals, just 12 shy of Gretzky’s record.
Many athletes are playing at a high level really late into their careers now, but few can compare to Alex Ovechkin. The Washi...
2025 Hockey Day in Canada Predictions – Picks for an All-Day Celebration in Canada!
Hockey Day in Canada is an institution in the Great White North, and that also leads to some fantastic betting opportunities for you! This is the 25th edition of Hockey Day in Canada, when all seven Canadian teams are in action, along with one American squad, and we have predictions for all four games!
We have odds for each game, so I’ll still make some Hockey Day in Canada predictions for you...
NHL Player Archetypes: Types of Hockey Players
What NHL archetypes are there? We examined the history of hockey to figure out the different types of NHL players and what they bring to the table.
There are a variety of different responsibilities and styles that players undertake to make the team as efficient as possible. Let’s delve into the most common archetypes and NHL players of all time that best represent each skill set!
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