- 22 January
- 22 January
In 1875, the Victoria Skating Rink in Montreal gave birth to the first organized game of ice hockey. Today, it’s the most popular winter team sport, with more than 2 billion fans worldwide, according to the WorldAtlas.
And with ice hockey games being held all year round, you can always make bets on this sport! But before you do, explore betting markets, features, and tips to help you secure a decent payday.
Ice hockey has some of the most comprehensive betting market coverage of any sport, and you’ll normally have these options available:
1x2. Bet on Team 1, a Draw (X), or Team 2 to win the match.
Double chance. Bet on two of the three 1x2 possibilities to improve your chances of being right.
Totals over/under. The total score of either team or the cumulative total goals will be above or below a specific number.
Prop bets. Many of the wagering options for this sport are prop bets, like Hat Tricks, Brace, Winner in Overtime, and more.
Click on any of the available pre-match or live events to get a full overview of all your betting options.
To take advantage of all opportunities, remember these features:
Feature | Why It Matters |
Ice hockey-specific terms | Many betting markets available require an understanding of terms like short-handed goal and brace. |
Goalie performance | Their ability to block a puck can make or break a game. |
Overtime and shootouts | These usually determine the outcome of the game, so you should look at their form. |
Of course, these factors should be evaluated on top of player and team performance for your ice hockey bets.
If you want to take advantage of our competitive ice hockey lines, pay attention to these tips:
Keep your emotions out of it. Some bettors wager on their favorite team to mark their support, but doing so without any research is never a good idea.
Stay updated. If you’re betting on professional-level ice hockey, there’s a lot of information out there! Follow beat reports, the NHL, and other reliable sources.
Remember that underdogs can win. Certain conditions, like a strong goalie and impressive recent performance, can be enough to turn the game in their favor.
With these recommendations, you can increase your chances of making the right (and, more importantly, profitable) decisions.
NHL and Kontinental Hockey League are just two of the many featured on Paripesa.
Of course! Just make sure that you’re not betting on opposite outcomes.
This depends, so please refer to the bet slip.