NHL Outright Online Betting

The NHL is the top ice hockey league in the world, featuring some of the best teams from North America. If you love hockey or enjoy betting, the NHL gives you an action-packed season with tons of exciting matchups and betting opportunities. Whether you’re backing your favorite team or predicting long-term outcomes, we’ve got a range of outright betting options to keep things interesting throughout the season. And if you want to explore other hockey leagues or even other sports, don’t forget to check out our Ice Hockey Odds & Betting Markets for more options. 

At BetVictor, we make NHL outright betting super easy. Our odds are displayed in a simple decimal format, so it’s quick to figure out your potential returns. Whether you’re backing a Stanley Cup favorite or taking a shot on an underdog to make the playoffs, here’s what you need to know about NHL outright betting. 

Outright betting is a little different from placing a bet on a single game. Instead, you’re making predictions on bigger outcomes - like who’ll win the Stanley Cup or which team will make the playoffs. These types of bets usually come with longer odds and potentially higher payouts since you’re forecasting results over a whole season or playoff run. 

Because the NHL season is long and unpredictable, betting on outright outcomes needs a different approach than just game-to-game bets. You’ll want to think about things like team depth, how well-coached they are, and whether they can keep key players healthy through an 82-game season. All of this can make a big difference when you’re placing outright bets. 

When you’re thinking about outright bets, it’s not just about picking the team with the best players. You’ve got to look at the whole picture - things like roster depth, how the team has been performing in recent seasons, and any major changes they’ve made during the offseason. 

Also, keep in mind the competitiveness of their division. Some divisions are tougher than others, and that can impact a team’s chances of making the playoffs or winning their division. The schedule matters too - teams with long road trips or back-to-back games might struggle more. 

And don’t forget about key players. If a team’s star player gets injured, it can seriously change their chances. So, it’s always a good idea to keep an eye on injury reports and team updates throughout the season. 

At our sports betting site, we’ve got plenty of outright betting markets for the NHL, whether you’re a casual fan or a seasoned bettor. Here are some popular options: 

• Stanley Cup Winner: Bet on who you think will win the NHL championship. 
• Conference Winners: Predict the winners of the Eastern Conference and the Western Conference. 
• Division Winners: Choose which team will finish on top of their division. 
• To Make the Playoffs: Bet on whether a team will qualify for the postseason. 
• Regular Season Points Total: Wager on whether a team will finish over or under a set number of points. 
• Hart Trophy Winner: Bet on who will be named the league’s Most Valuable Player (MVP). 
• Vezina Trophy Winner: Predict which goalie will be judged the best in the league. 
• Calder Trophy Winner: Bet on who you think will be the Rookie of the Year. 
• Art Ross Trophy Winner: Predict which player will lead the league in points. 
• Rocket Richard Trophy Winner: Bet on who will score the most goals in the regular season. 

We offer live betting for NHL games, making the experience even more enjoyable. You can place bets while the action unfolds, with odds updating in real-time based on what’s happening on the ice. It’s a great way to react to key moments - whether it’s a power play, a hot streak, or a goalie making big saves. Some popular live betting options include predicting the next team to score, total goals in the period, whether the game will go to overtime, the player to score the next goal, and even the number of saves by a goalie. 

For those looking for something a little different, we also offer eSports ice hockey betting, allowing you to enjoy the excitement of hockey in the virtual world as well. 

Live betting takes the joy of watching NHL games to the next level, as you’re right there in the moment. Just be sure to gamble responsibly and stay within your limits. Hockey moves fast, and the game can change in an instant, making live betting an engaging and dynamic way to stay connected to the action.