Basic Hockey Betting

A look at the 2012 NHL Stanley Cup Finals between the L.A. Kings and N.J. Devils.

A look at the betting odds to win the win the 2011-2012 Stanley Cup.

Ever wonder how to bet on the NHL? Look no further than here.

Hockey bettors aren't restricted to solely betting on the National Hockey League. A number of sportsbooks accept wagers on European hockey games. Learn how to bet on European hockey games and how betting differs from the NHL.

Line moves in the NHL are more noteworthy than they are in other sports, for the sheer reason that fewer people wager on the games. Learn how to use line moves to your benefit.

When big favorites lose in the NHL, they're not always good bets in their next game. Learn when teams are good bets to bounce back and when they're not here.

Power ratings for NHL teams are rare, as few people have the time or the know-how to create a mathematical index for each hockey team. Jeff Sagarin is one of those people, however, and his NHL power ratings are a good source for beginning hockey bettors.

Some insight into betting NHL totals.

A look at the second round of the NHL playoffs from a betting perspective.

A look at the third round of the NHL playoffs from a betting perspective.