How to Bet on the NHL in Massachusetts
Betting on the NHL with Massachusetts sportsbooks is as simple as any other sport. Keep reading as I fill you in on the basics and what you should consider prior to making your first NHL bet.
Choose Your App
The first step is figuring out which Massachusetts betting app you want to use. The main thing to take into consideration here is the types of bets you plan on making. If you just want to place basic wagers like moneylines and totals, you'll find those markets on nearly any operator. If you're looking for markets like player props and period wagers, those can be more difficult to come by so it's worth scrolling through several apps to make sure they have those markets.
Here are a few of my favorite options along with what makes them stand out amongst each other:
- BetMGM MA: Focus on local sports so you can find Bruins bets easier.
- Fanatics MA: FanCash gives you rewards for every bet that you can then use on new merch or bonus bets.
- Caesars MA: Unparalleled options for odds boosts
- DraftKings MA: Best for player prop markets
- FanDuel MA: Live betting
Pick Your Wager
Because NHL betting isn't as popular compared to a sport like football, the market depth and variety tends to not be as expansive. This is why if you're looking for a particular bet type, you might not find it offered at every operator. Here's a list of the most common types of bets you can place on NHL with a brief description of each:
- Moneyline - This is a wager on which team will win the game outright
- Puckline - The puck line is essentially the same thing as the spread in other sports. The unique thing here is that the puck line typically stays at 1.5 no matter what.
- Over/Under - Also called the total, here you're betting on the number of combined goals scored in a given game. If the line is 5.5 and you bet the over, you need at least six total goals for your wager to hit.
- Player Props - Player props are bets on a specific stat for each player. An example would be for Brad Marchand to have over/under 2.5 shots on goal, or Jeremy Swayman to have over/under 26.5 saves.
- Futures - The most common future bets are on things like the winner of the Stanley Cup or Rocket Richard Trophy winner. As the name implies, these bets are on events that won't be determined until later in the season.
Claim Your NHL Betting Promo
Unless specifically stated, any of the Massachusetts sportsbook promos you see below can be used to bet on the NHL. Additionally, each sportsbook will offer bonuses for existing customers throughout the year. Typically, this will be things like profit boosts and second chance bets.
Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US) Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA), 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA). 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. Terms and conditions apply. Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. This promotional offer is not available in Mississippi, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico.
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21+. New customers in AZ, CO, CT, DC, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, NC, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, VT, WV, or WY (excludes NY). Apply promotion in bet slip and place a $1+ cash wager (min odds -500) daily for 10 consecutive days starting day of account creation. Wager must settle as a loss to earn FanCash equal to losing amount (max $200 FanCash/day). FanCash issued under this promotion expires at 11:59 p.m. ET 7 days from issuance. Terms, incl. FanCash terms, apply—see Fanatics Sportsbook app. Gambling Problem? Call or Text 1-800-GAMBLER, 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-888-532-3500 (VA).
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Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US) Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA), 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-981-0023 (PR) 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. See BetMGM.com for Terms. First Bet Offer for new customers only (if applicable). Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. This promotional offer is not available in DC, Mississippi, New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico.
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Hope is here. Call (800)-327-5050 or http://gamblinghelplinema.org. Must be 21+. MA Only. Subject to eligibility requirements.
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Cody Kutzer has been covering the sports betting and gambling space for several years and has been losing his parlay bets for even longer. He currently serves as an editor and fact-checker for BetMassachusetts.com to ensure readers have the latest and most accurate information surrounding MA sports betting.
