What is the puck line in NHL betting at Stake?

The puck line is a 1.5-goal spread where the favorite must win by 2+ goals, analogous to the run line in baseball, offering better odds on favorites than the straight moneyline.

Does Stake offer NHL period betting?

Yes, Stake offers first, second, and third period moneylines and totals, as well as first-period puck line markets for every NHL game.

Can I bet on the Stanley Cup at Stake?

Yes, Stake has Stanley Cup winner futures, conference champion odds, and individual award markets like Hart Trophy and Vezina Trophy open from the start of the NHL season.

Ice Hockey / NHL Betting on Stake.com

Stake Ice Hockey covers the NHL, KHL, and SHL with competitive puck lines, goal totals, and period-by-period betting. Live puck line and next-goal markets make the fast pace of hockey ideal for in-play wagering. Stanley Cup futures and conference odds are available throughout the regular season with boosted specials on playoff series.

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Available Leagues & Competitions

Stake.com covers 3 major ice hockey / nhl leagues and competitions from around the world.

NHL

USA/Canada

KHL

Russia/Europe

SHL

Sweden

Betting Markets

Popular betting markets available for ice hockey / nhl on Stake.com.

Moneyline

Puck Line

Over/Under Goals

Period Betting

First Goal Scorer

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Example Bet

Maple Leafs vs Bruins — Over 5.5 goals: -105 ($10.50 bet returns $20.50 total)

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Last updated 2026-02-24