How NHL betting predictions work is that an expert (or experts) will recommend bets for selected, upcoming NHL fixtures. The purpose of these tips is to help regular bettors by providing them with well-researched NHL picks, which can help shape their betting decisions. It is particularly useful for any bettors who do not have the time and/or energy to research their own NHL bets.
At Nostrabet, we supply our readers with free-to-view NHL tips, which this article will explain in more detail. During the NHL season, our team of experts churn out a regular supply of betting picks for your consideration. All our predictions are solely for the benefit of our readers, and we only publish what we believe are the best picks available.
Why Trust Nostrabet’s NHL Picks?
With a quick internet search, you can find many websites offering NHL expert picks. However, not all of them will be reliable and deeply researched. Here at Nostrabet, though, we never publish a betting prediction without extensive number-crunching beforehand. Our tipsters always follow a strict analytical process that enables them to identify value in the betting market.
As part of this process, Nostrabet hockey experts will comb through all relevant statistical data and consider any useful historical trends. There is also consideration of game-specific factors such as a clash’s location, team injuries/absences and head-to-head records. Using all this information, we can identify bets that have a good chance of success.
NHL Picks Types
Most bookmakers will provide customers with a large range of different markets for every NHL game. While many can offer some appeal for specific matches, we tend to focus our selections around four key markets. Part of the reason for this is that these markets come with a lot of relevant data or news that can help our experts settle on their picks.
- NHL Moneyline Picks: All the moneyline market involves is picking the team you think will win the match. It is a simple market and an extremely popular one, too, as people will often discuss who they think will win an upcoming fixture. For moneyline picks, our experts will compare the underlying stats of both teams and look closely at recent head-to-head clashes. Although past performance does not guarantee future results, they are useful to show where matches might be won and lost.
- NHL Spread (Puck Line) Picks: Similar to point spread betting, with a puck line, you are betting on whether a team will win after a 1.5 (usually) goal handicap is applied to their score. In NHL puck line betting, the match favourite will normally have -1.5 goals, meaning they need to win by 2+ goals. The underdog, meanwhile, will be +1.5 goals, meaning they can win by any margin or lose by just one goal. This enables bettors to back the favourite at a higher price or back the underdog with reduced risk. By looking deeply at the data, including spread performances, our experts can assess which team is likely to cover the spread.
- NHL Totals (Over/Under) Predictions: This straightforward market involves betting on the total number of goals a specific NHL match will see. It is a case of betting over or under an amount set by the bookmaker, for example, 5.5 or 6.5. The number varies by the game as bookmakers select a goal total that will produce two similarly priced betting options. This is an appealing market for genuine tipsters as bets are rarely won/lost on just one incident, like they can be with moneyline. It is all about finding trends and then seeing if a bookmaker has underpriced it.
- NHL Player Prop Bets: Most top NHL bookmakers allow users to place player prop bets, providing the match is not too far in the future. With these, you are betting on how an individual player will perform rather than their team. There are many types of player prop bets, such as goals scored, assists, shots on goal or number of saves. Our experts like dipping into the player prop markets when they have extra insight relating to a particular player. This may be following something they have read in the news or a trend they have spotted in the underlying stats.
Key Factors Influencing NHL Predictions
There are no guarantees in the NHL, but you can decrease the unpredictability element by looking at various key factors. Our experts consider variables such as team form, player form, injury news, head-to-head records and the strength of home advantage. If relevant, we may also consider the context of the game and what impact that may have.
It is only by combining this information with all the underlying data on team performances that we can start making worthwhile predictions. Although it is tempting to make wagers based on gut feelings, well-researched bets are generally more accurate. This is why we always take into consideration as many factors as possible when making our free NHL picks.
Things to Be Careful With When Searching for NHL Picks
Websites can promise a lot with their NHL picks and parlays, but do not believe everything you read. Some places may offer guaranteed wins, but these simply do not exist. Alternatively, some sites may charge you to read their tips. Although some content is occasionally worth paying for, it can often be a waste of money and feature misleading claims.
Instead, we strongly encourage you to stick with free and reputable sites that have genuine experts writing for them. Our NHL picks are always free, and we have extensive experience publishing betting tips across sports.
Summary
When done right, NHL betting picks can be a great tool for any bettor. Being able to access free and well-researched tips is something that can noticeably improve long-term betting performance. You need to be careful where you get your information, but sites like ours provide genuine, free expert tips. This is why we recommend you check out our NHL picks today and see if you like the content we provide.
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FAQ
How do Nostrabet experts create their NHL predictions?
Each prediction we make follows a close inspection of the data and consideration of other key factors. They then look at the available odds to ensure the NHL picks and parlays represent good value for money.
What does the puck line mean in NHL betting?
Puck line betting is the equivalent of points spread betting. You either bet on a team to win with a +1.5 goal handicap or the other team to win with a -1.5 goal handicap. Other margins may also be available.
What does 2.5 signify in a puck line bet?
A 2.5 puck line bet simply changes the regular 1.5 goal modifier to 2.5 goals. This means the -2.5 team will need to win by 3+ goals, while the +2.5 team can lose by 2 or fewer goals in order for the bet to win.
How reliable are Nostrabet’s NHL predictions?
As our NHL expert picks involve extensive research, we believe they are as reliable as they come. See for yourself by tracking our predictions over the course of an NHL season!
Can following NHL picks guarantee a profit?
There is no such thing as a guaranteed profit when making a bet. Although our NHL picks can help you improve your betting performance, remember that no bet is ever certain to win.