NHL Odds (AR, US)
April 2026
6 matches · 3 days
10 upcoming matches and outright odds across 15 competitors.
We compare NHL odds across 9 bookmakers in AR, United States
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Arkansas bettors can compare NHL odds across multiple regulated sportsbooks through OddsGuard's comprehensive platform. Since online sports betting launched in the Natural State, OddsGuard has tracked lines from licensed operators including BetSaracen, DraftKings, and FanDuel, giving Arkansas hockey fans access to real-time odds comparison across the state's legal betting market.
While Arkansas lacks a home NHL franchise, the state's hockey interest centers around regional connections to the Dallas Stars and Nashville Predators, with some fans gravitating toward Original Six teams through family ties or college allegiances. The NHL's fast-paced betting markets create significant line movement, particularly during playoff runs when casual Arkansas bettors join the action. NHL betting odds Arkansas sportsbooks offer tend to show tighter margins on popular matchups, making odds comparison essential for finding value in a sport where one goal can swing entire betting cards.
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Upcoming Matches
Today
Tomorrow
Utah Hockey Club vs Vegas Golden Knights
Tue, Apr 28, 1:40 AM
Wednesday
Dallas Stars vs Minnesota Wild
Wed, Apr 29, 12:00 AM
Edmonton Oilers vs Anaheim Ducks
Wed, Apr 29, 2:00 AM
Tampa Bay Lightning vs Montréal Canadiens
Wed, Apr 29, 11:00 PM
| Bookmaker | Tampa Bay Lightning | Montréal Canadiens |
|---|---|---|
| Best Odds | -167 LowVig.ag | +147 LowVig.ag |
 DraftKings | -175 | +145 |
 FanDuel | -169 | +140 |
 LowVig.ag | -167 | +147 |
 ReBet | -179 | +127 |
May 5
Carolina Hurricanes vs Philadelphia Flyers
Tue, May 5, 11:00 PM
| Bookmaker | Carolina Hurricanes | Philadelphia Flyers |
|---|---|---|
| Best Odds | -208 FanDuel | +172 FanDuel |
| FanDuel | -208 | +172 |
Carolina Hurricanes vs Pittsburgh Penguins
Tue, May 5, 11:00 PM
| Bookmaker | Carolina Hurricanes | Pittsburgh Penguins |
|---|---|---|
| Best Odds | -208 FanDuel | +172 FanDuel |
| FanDuel | -208 | +172 |
May 6
Colorado Avalanche vs Minnesota Wild
Wed, May 6, 11:00 PM
| Bookmaker | Colorado Avalanche | Minnesota Wild |
|---|---|---|
| Best Odds | -185 FanDuel | +152 FanDuel |
| FanDuel | -185 | +152 |
Colorado Avalanche vs Dallas Stars
Wed, May 6, 11:00 PM
| Bookmaker | Colorado Avalanche | Dallas Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Best Odds | -185 FanDuel | +152 FanDuel |
| FanDuel | -185 | +152 |
NHL Outrights & Futures
| Competitor | Best Odds | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
Colorado Avalanche | +230 FanDuel | +230 |
Carolina Hurricanes | +300 FanDuel | +300 |
Tampa Bay Lightning | +600 FanDuel | +600 |
Buffalo Sabres | +1200 FanDuel | +1200 |
Dallas Stars | +1600 FanDuel | +1600 |
Minnesota Wild | +1700 FanDuel | +1700 |
Vegas Golden Knights | +1800 FanDuel | +1800 |
Utah Mammoth | +2000 FanDuel | +2000 |
Utah Hockey Club | +2000 FanDuel | +2000 |
Montréal Canadiens | +2200 FanDuel | +2200 |
Philadelphia Flyers | +2200 FanDuel | +2200 |
Anaheim Ducks | +2200 FanDuel | +2200 |
Edmonton Oilers | +3500 FanDuel | +3500 |
Pittsburgh Penguins | +10000 FanDuel | +10000 |
Boston Bruins | +15000 FanDuel | +15000 |
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NHL Odds Comparison in Arkansas
NHL odds in American format display favorites with minus signs and underdogs with plus signs on the moneyline. A -150 favorite requires a $150 wager to win $100, while a +130 underdog pays $130 on a $100 bet. Puck line betting functions similarly to point spreads, typically set at 1.5 goals, while totals betting focuses on combined goals scored by both teams.
Arkansas bettors should monitor line movement throughout the day, as NHL markets can shift dramatically based on injury reports, goaltender confirmations, and sharp money. The sport's lower-scoring nature makes every half-goal significant in totals betting, while goaltending matchups heavily influence both moneyline and puck line odds across different sportsbooks.
Comparing NHL betting Arkansas options becomes crucial during playoff season when recreational money floods the market. Look for discrepancies in live betting odds, where books may lag behind game flow, and consider how back-to-back games affect pricing on tired teams facing fresh opponents.
How do NHL playoff odds differ from regular season betting in Arkansas?
Playoff NHL odds Arkansas sportsbooks offer typically feature tighter lines due to increased betting volume and more efficient markets. Series betting and futures markets expand significantly, while game-to-game variance decreases as teams deploy their best lineups consistently.
What's the best way to compare NHL totals across Arkansas sportsbooks?
Focus on half-goal differences in totals, as NHL games frequently land on key numbers like 5.5 and 6.5. Track how each book adjusts to early money, and consider team-specific trends like offensive output against particular goaltending styles when evaluating value.
- Puck Line
- Hockey's version of the point spread, almost always set at -1.5 / +1.5. The favorite at -1.5 must win by 2+ goals. Underdogs at +1.5 cover if they lose by exactly 1 or win.
- Over/Under (Game Total)
- A bet on whether combined goals exceed or fall short of the line, typically set at 5.5 or 6.5 in the NHL. Low-scoring games make the under more competitive than in other sports.
- Three-Way Moneyline
- A moneyline bet that includes the draw as a third outcome. Settles at the end of regulation — overtime and shootout results do not apply.
- Period Betting
- Spreads, totals, and moneylines for individual periods (1st, 2nd, 3rd). Valuable for targeting teams with strong starts or historically high-scoring third periods.
- Grand Salami
- A single over/under bet on the total goals scored across ALL games on a given day. A market unique to hockey (and occasionally baseball).
- Alternate Puck Line
- Adjusted puck lines beyond the standard -1.5, such as -2.5 or +2.5, with corresponding odds changes.
- Moneyline
- A straight-up wager on which side wins. No point spread involved — you simply pick the winner.
- Vig (Juice)
- The bookmaker's commission built into every line. Standard vig is around -110 on each side, meaning you risk $110 to win $100.
- Implied Probability
- The likelihood of an outcome as suggested by the odds. For example, -200 implies a 66.7% chance. Comparing implied probability across bookmakers reveals where value exists.
- Closing Line Value (CLV)
- The difference between the odds you locked in and the odds at the time the market closes. Consistently beating the closing line is the strongest predictor of long-term betting profit.
- Line Movement
- Changes in odds between when a market opens and when it closes. Driven by sharp money, public betting patterns, injuries, and other news.
- Bankroll
- The total amount of money you've set aside specifically for betting. Effective bankroll management — typically risking 1-3% per wager — is essential for surviving variance.
- Unit
- A standardized bet size, typically 1% of your bankroll. Tracking results in units rather than dollars normalizes performance regardless of stake size.
- Hedge
- Placing a bet on the opposite side of an existing wager to lock in a guaranteed profit or reduce exposure, often used with futures or parlays.
- Parlay (Accumulator)
- A single bet combining two or more selections. All picks must win for the parlay to pay out. Higher potential return but significantly lower probability.
- Futures
- Long-term bets on outcomes determined at the end of a season or tournament, such as championship winners, MVP awards, or win totals.
- Live Betting (In-Play)
- Placing wagers while a game is in progress. Odds update continuously based on score, time remaining, and game flow.
- Overround
- The total implied probability across all outcomes in a market. An overround above 100% represents the bookmaker's margin. Lower overround means better value for bettors.
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