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What are the most popular betting markets for ice hockey?

Match winners, outrights, puck line betting, and totals are the most popular ice hockey betting markets. You can find them all—and more—in 32Red’s ice hockey section.

How does the puck line work in ice hockey betting?

The puck line is a fancy name for spread betting in ice hockey. It follows the same rules for this particular market, with the line set at -1.5 and +1.5. 

Can I bet live on NHL and international ice hockey games?

Yes, you can. Aside from NHL betting, 32Red offers numerous ice hockey betting markets that cover international tournaments and events in pre-match and live betting variety.

Ice Hockey Betting – Best Odds & Markets at 32Red

Get ready to hit the ice rink and bet on your favourite teams with ice hockey betting at 32Red. Despite the sport’s popularity in North American it’s more than just NHL betting. In fact, 32Red covers the majority of hockey betting markets around the world and has fully updated ice hockey odds for all of the leagues and tournaments. It may not be as popular as football, but it’s nonetheless exciting. Read on to learn more about how to bet on ice hockey at 32Red.

How to Bet on Ice Hockey – A Quick Guide 

Betting on ice hockey at 32Red is simple. The first thing you should do is register, after which you’re allowed to fund your account and bet place NHL bets – or others. Here’s a quick guide: 

 

  • Register and log in at 32Red 

  • Choose ice hockey from the list of sports 

  • Study the markets and make your picks 

  • Click on the NHL odds you want to bet on 

  • The markets and odds are automatically added to your slip 

  • If you continue adding ice hockey markets, the system will create an accumulator 

 

Ice Hockey Betting Markets & Odds 

In terms of markets and odds, betting on ice hockey is comparable to football or horse racing betting. 32Red has a diverse range of pre-match and live betting markets for the top ice hockey events. 

The most popular markets are always the same, involving match winners and outright predictions. However, there’s a special market in puck line betting that garners a lot of attention from UK punters, who are also interested in totals NHL odds. Let’s take a look at the most popular ice hockey markets at 32Red.

 

Match Winner – Backing the Winning Team

Similar to moneyline, the match winner market allows you to back the winning team. It’s slightly different from 1x2 betting as it eliminates the tie. With match winner ice hockey betting, you’re backing up the winning team to defeat its opponents and win the game.

 

Puck Line Betting – Understanding the Handicap

The puck line betting is just another term for spread betting, but this time made specifically for ice hockey. It’s set at -1.5 for the favourite and +1.5 for the underdog because ice hockey matches don’t have a lot of goals. To cover the spread, the favourite must win by 2 goals or more, and the underdog must win or lose by a single goal.

 

Total Goals Over/Under – Predicting High-Scoring Games 

The totals market in ice hockey betting works in much the same way as anywhere else. You’ll find the best odds ice hockey odds and NHL O/U lines at 32Red. Bet over or under the set line and watch the games to see the outcome.

 

Period Betting – Wagering on Individual Periods 

If you’re not the type of punter who wants to predict the match winner or bet the puck line, why not try period betting? This NHL betting market allows you to bet on what happens in each period individually instead of betting on the final match result.

 

Ice Hockey Live Betting – Dynamic In-Play Markets 

Live betting offers a more dynamic way to bet on ice hockey. It’s available on all the popular markets ranging from the NHL to European hockey leagues and the Ice Hockey World Cup. Once the match starts, you’ll be treated to a range of unique in-play markets with dynamic odds, so make sure to act fast.

 

Major Ice Hockey Leagues & Tournaments 

While the NHL is the most popular ice hockey league in the world, the truth is that there are plenty of other major ice hockey leagues and tournaments around the world. We’ll cover some of the top ones available at 32Red below.

 

NHL Betting – The Top Ice Hockey League 

The National Hockey League is a North American professional hockey league that’s widely considered the best in the world. Its main trophy, the Stanley Cup, is the oldest professional sports trophy in North America. 

Most of the world’s ice hockey stars play in the NHL, so it’s not hard to predict that NHL bets are the most popular at 32Red. You can bet on all the regular season matches as well as the playoffs at 32Red, with a particular focus on the Stanley Cup matches.

 

IIHF World Championship & Olympic Ice Hockey 

The IIHF World Championship is an annual ice hockey tournament that features the best men’s international teams in the world. Teams participate depending on their performances in various tournaments from the previous year. It’s one of the leading ice hockey tournaments to bet on alongside Olympic ice hockey held at winter Olympic tournaments. 

Both ice hockey betting markets are highly popular at 32Red, as they offer an entirely different way to bet on ice hockey compared to the NHL.

 

European Hockey Leagues – KHL, SHL & Liiga Betting 

The NHL may be everyone’s favourite, but Europe has its fair share of ice hockey markets. The KHL (Kontinental Hockey League), SHL or Swedish Hockey League betting and Liiga betting (Finnish Elite League) are all popular among bettors and come with regularly updated ice hockey odds.

 

Ice Hockey Betting Tips & Strategies 

When betting on ice hockey, it’s very important to adopt a strategy. Betting without a strategy in mind can lead to a drained bankroll, and you never want that to happen. Before you bet on ice hockey, it’s best to look at the 32Red blog, which offers ice hockey predictions tips and general tips on betting on the sport. 

Just like with basketball or football odds, you can calculate the probability of all ice hockey bets and find the true value. This can optimise your returns if you plan ahead and manage your bankroll, too. 

Expert tips are the best way of getting the most out of your ice hockey odds and bets. You should also think about using 32Red’s betting promotions, many of which are tied directly to the most popular ice hockey markets.

 

Responsible Betting – Play Smart on Ice Hockey Bets 

One of the key principles you must stick to when betting on sports is to place your bets responsibly. 32Red has a detailed responsible gambling guide where you can learn more about managing your bankroll and how to place bets responsibly. If you think your gambling is becoming a habit, the self-exclusion tools at the website will help you keep everything under control.

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