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Hockey is unofficially the main sport of Canada and the favorite winter game in North America. Intense action and almost 1,312 regular season games open up a variety of exciting matches to bet on. If you’re thinking about betting on Betboom on hockey, first check out the key points below.
There are three popular types of betting in hockey:
- Who will win?
- A bet on whether the team’s score will exceed or cover the set point spread. The term “puck line” is used in hockey in the same way as “point spread” in other sports.
- Place a bet on whether the total number of points will be more or less than the assigned total number. This type of bet is also called “Total”.
Understanding the odds
When you bet on hockey, each of your choices is linked to a coefficient that tells you which bet is most likely to win and the potential payout. Here is an example of the “Who wins?” type of bet. ” in hockey, the coefficients of which are indicated in decimal format:
WHO WILL WIN? (MATCH)
TORONTO
1,62
OTTAWA
2.40
Decimal coefficients are the default format in PROLINE+ and make it relatively easy to calculate payouts. A decimal number, such as 1.62 or 2.40, in a variable means that these are decimal coefficients. This number tells you about the potential payout and whether it is a favorite or not.
Potential payouts are calculated by multiplying the bet by a decimal factor. For example, a winning bet of $10 with odds of 2.40 will result in a win of $24 (including the initial bet).
The highest coefficients correspond to the unloved and least likely outcome. This is a riskier bet with a higher potential payout. The lowest odds correspond to the favorite, the most likely outcome. This is a more conservative rate with a lower potential payout. You can also change the PROLINE+ settings at any time to display the coefficients in fractional or American format.
Common types and options of betting on hockey
In hockey, the question “Who will win?” is simply to choose the team that will win the match: the favorite or the favorite.
WHO WILL WIN? (MATCH)
TORONTO
1,62
OTTAWA
2.40
In this example, the odds indicate that Ottawa is the favorite and Toronto is the favorite. To post your “Who will win?” question, you just need to choose the team that you think will win the match, without worrying about spreads or totals. Winning bets on the favorite are paid less, as this is the expected outcome. On the other hand, winning bets on a non-favorite pays off much more, since such an outcome is less likely.
Points difference
The puck line is a type of betting in hockey. It’s about guessing whether the highlighted space will exceed or cover the final score of one of the teams. Point spreads are often set at 1.5, but they can vary and, in particular, be integers. If the point spread is set at 1.5, the favorite gets a spread of -1.5, and the non-favorite gets a spread of +1.5.
POINTS DIFFERENCE (MATCH)
TORONTO -1.5
2.65
OTTAWA +1.5
1.54
The above is an example of the type of points spread in hockey. The point spread (1.5) is the number indicated next to the name of each team.
Ottawa has a spread of +1.5 — if the team loses by less than 2 points (or wins the game), the bet wins. Toronto has a spread of -1.5 — if the team wins by more than 2 points, the bet wins.
In terms of betting, the points spread makes the match competitive and interesting. An unloved team can lose a match, but still win by a margin. On the other hand, the favored team has to do more than just win the game; it has to score more points than the gap. Like all other types of bets, the green numbers indicate the odds and potential payout, depending on whether one bet is selected or the other.
More/less (total)
The “More” bid type/Less” involves predicting whether the total number of points scored in a match will be higher or lower than the set total. That is why this type of bet is often called “Total”.
MORE/LESS (MATCH)
MORE THAN 5.5
1.83
MINUS 5.5
2,00
In the example above, you are betting on whether the combined total score of both teams will be higher or lower than 5.5. In this case, it is more reasonable to bet on the “plus” option, the potential payout of which is lower, but the chances of winning are higher.
Conclusion
In conclusion, betting on hockey offers a variety of exciting opportunities, from predicting the winner to wagering on point spreads or totals. Understanding the nuances of odds and the specifics of each bet type is essential for making informed decisions. Whether you’re betting on the puck line or exploring over/under totals, a solid grasp of the basics will enhance your experience and increase your chances of success. Remember to bet responsibly and enjoy the thrill of the game!