Can I Bet on Hockey in Vermont?
Yes, you can bet on hockey in Vermont, but only under certain conditions:
- ✅ Professional hockey, such as NHL or international leagues
- ✅ Out-of-state college teams
- ✅ In-state college teams playing in a tournament, such as the Division I Ice Hockey Championship
Vermont state law prohibits betting on any in-state college teams, including hockey, during the regular season.
NHL Betting Explained: How Do You Bet on NHL in Vermont?
Betting on NHL games will be easy in Vermont. Just follow these steps:
- ✅ Choose a Vermont sportsbook.
- ✅ Create a new player account.
- ✅ Deposit funds using one of the sportsbook's approved methods.
- ✅ Navigate to the NHL betting section, where you'll find tabs of upcoming NHL games and betting markets.
- ✅ Choose the type of bet you want to place.
- ✅ Enter the amount you want to wager into your betslip and confirm your bet.
- ✅ Monitor the NHL game and collect any winnings you earn!
To make the best bet you can, I highly suggest staying up to date on the latest NHL news, such as injury reports, transactions, game locations, player stats, and matchup history. All of these factors will affect the odds of NHL betting markets, game by game—and sometimes even minute by minute.
How Do You Read NHL odds?
NHL odds are almost always presented in the American odds or moneyline format. You'll see either a plus sign or a minus sign in front of a number. The number following a plus sign (+) is the amount you can win on a $100 bet. The number following a minus sign (-) is the amount you would need to bet to win $100.
These odds demonstrate an NHL team's perceived chances of winning or losing. Negative odds indicate the favored hockey team; positive odds indicate the underdog hockey team. All you have to decide is which team will win.
The American odds format is used to indicate not just moneyline markets, but totals, futures, and prop bets, as well. So, if you understand how NHL moneyline odds work, you're on your way to becoming an NHL betting expert.
Best NHL Betting Sites: Where To Wager On Your NHL Best Bets
In Vermont, you'll only be able bet on the NHL online. There are no retail or online Vermont casinos allowed under state law.
These are the three confirmed Vermont betting apps that you can use on NHL.
- FanDuel Vermont: Best NHL parlays
- DraftKings Vermont: Most NHL markets
- Fanatics Vermont: Best for NHL withdrawals
NHL Betting Terms to Know
- 🏒 Puck Line: The puck line is hockey's point spread. It indicates the margin of victory expected in an individual NHL game. For example, if the Bruins' puck line is -1.5, they must win by at least 2 goals for a bet to pay out.
- 🏒 Grand Salami Bet: This is one of the best bets in hockey. You bet on the total number of goals scored in all games on a specific day. On an average regular-season day, there could be anywhere from 3-12 games.
- 🏒 Overtime goals: If the score is tied after three 20-minute periods, the game goes into a five-minute overtime with just three players from each team playing. It's crucial to read the terms & conditions of your bet before placing it to know if overtime goals count toward your wager.
- 🏒 Shootout goals: If the score is still tied after overtime, the game goes into shootouts. Each side picks three players to take alternating shots. The team with the most goals at the end wins. If it's still tied, it goes into a sudden death shootout. Read the terms & conditions before placing your bet to know if shootout goals count toward your wager.
End-of-season NHL futures are unique in that they are labeled with the trophy name, rather than by the accolade. Here's a quick glossary so you know what you're betting on:
| 🏆 Hart Trophy | MVP |
| 🏆 Presidents' Trophy | Team with Best Reg. Season Record |
| 🏆 Vezina Trophy | Goalie of the Year |
| 🏆 Calder Trophy | Rookie of the Year |
| 🏆 Rocket Richard Trophy | Player with Most Goals |
| 🏆 Norris Trophy | Defenseman of the Year |
| 🏆 Jack Adams Award | Coach of the Year |
Vermont NHL Betting Strategies: NHL Best Bets & Popular Types of NHL Betting Odds
Here I highlight my picks for NHL best bets, as well as tips and strategies on how to maximize your wagers.
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Three-Way Moneyline Betting 3 way moneyline options are very popular for hockey betting. Sportsbooks will list odds for either team to win or regulation to end in a tie. In 2022-23, nearly 23% of NHL games went to overtime and 32% of OT games went to shootouts. -
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NHL Futures I recommend comparing odds across various NHL betting sites in Vermont for futures. The same outcome could have different prices across the three sportsbooks, and picking the longest odds listed for an NHL betting market you feel confident in benefits you the most. -
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NHL Player Props Individual player or game props are great for dedicated hockey bettors who know a lot about the little parts of the game. You don't have to worry about the game's end result; since hockey has more outcomes than other sports, betting on markets outside of the final score might be the better option. -
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NHL Live Betting Live betting is popular for a reason. Once a game is underway, what's going to happen is as much a mystery to you as it is to the sportsbooks. So, you can edit and make new bets as the odds change with the game action. -
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NHL Parlays If you've done your research, this is a great way to maximize your payout without relying completely on one NHL team or hockey player. Parlays allow you to diversify your investment and give you a higher payout without betting a huge stake. -
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NHL Totals Since NHL games are relatively low-scoring, I recommend stacking totals bets into a parlay when possible. You can find markets with a greater edge and get a higher payout across multiple games. -
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NHL Promo Codes & Bonuses Some sportsbooks will offer NHL-specific Vermont betting promos and bonuses. For example, DraftKings offers a 33% same-game parlay boost on all NHL games. I recommend checking each sportsbooks' promotions section to see what other NHL bonuses you can find. -
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Season Specials Look for these unique wagers sportsbooks pre-select. I've found some great ones centered around rookie standout Connor Bedard. Depending on the odds, they can give you some great value you otherwise wouldn't have found.
NHL Hockey Teams to Bet on in Vermont
Though Vermont has no NHL teams located within the state, there are some fan-favorites not too far away.
Boston Bruins
The Boston Bruins are tied for the shortest Stanley Cup odds for 2023-24. Their six franchise Stanley Cup wins tie them for fourth all time.
| 🥇 2024 Stanley Cup Odds: | +750 |
| 🚗 Distance to Montpelier, VT: | 180 mi |
| 🏆 All-Time Stanley Cup Wins: | 6 |
| 🌊 Division: | Atlantic |
| 🎓 Notable U of Vermont Players: | Tim Thomas Kevan Miller David Reece |
| ✅ Last Verified: | March 20, 2025 |
Buffalo Sabres
The Sabres are one of 12 teams with zero Stanley Cup wins, though they've been to two of them.
| 🏆 2024 Stanley Cup Odds: | +15000 |
| 🚗 Distance to Montpelier, VT: | 425 mi |
| 🚫 All-Time Stanley Cup Wins: | 0 |
| 🌊 Division: | Atlantic |
| 🎓 Notable U of Vermont Players: | Tom Draper Torrey Mitchell |
| ✅ Last Verified: | March 20, 2025 |
Ottawa Senators
The Senators are another team of 12 with no Stanley Cup wins. They've only had one trip in franchise history.
| 🏆 2024 Stanley Cup Odds: | +12000 |
| 🚗 Distance to Montpelier, VT: | 250 mi |
| 🚫 All-Time Stanley Cup Wins: | 0 |
| 🌊 Division: | Atlantic |
| 🎓 Notable U of Vermont Players: | Viktor Stålberg |
| ✅ Last Verified: | March 20, 2025 |
Montreal Canadiens
The Montreal Canadiens hold the NHL record for the most Stanley Cup wins of all time. The next closest franchise is Toronto with 13.
| 🏆 2024 Stanley Cup Odds: | +20000 |
| 🚗 Distance to Montpelier, VT: | 130 mi |
| 🥇 All-Time Stanley Cup Wins: | 24 |
| 🌊 Division: | Atlantic |
| 🎓 Notable U of Vermont Players: | John LeClair Torrey Mitchell |
| ✅ Last Verified: | March 20, 2025 |
New York Rangers
The New York Rangers are tied with the Bruins for the shortest odds to win this season's Stanley Cup. They are tied for the eighth-most Stanley Cup wins among NHL teams.
| 🥇 2024 Stanley Cup Odds: | +750 |
| 🚗 Distance to Montpelier, VT: | 315 mi |
| 🏆 All-Time Stanley Cup Wins: | 4 |
| 🏙️ Division: | Metropolitan |
| 🎓 Notable U of Vermont Players: | Connor Brickley Viktor Stålberg Martin St. Louis |
| ✅ Last Verified: | March 20, 2025 |
New York Islanders
The New York Islanders are tied for the eighth-most Stanley Cup wins among NHL teams.
| 🏆 2024 Stanley Cup Odds: | +5000 |
| 🚗 Distance to Montpelier, VT: | 315 mi |
| ⭐️ All-Time Stanley Cup Wins: | 4 |
| 🏙️ Division: | Metropolitan |
| 🎓 Notable U of Vermont Players: | Tom Draper |
| ✅ Last Verified: | March 20, 2025 |
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Author
Shannon Lane is an editor, fact-checker and researcher for BetVermont. She's spent the last decade working in sports, including as a digital content expert at NFL Media and as a reporter at Sports Illustrated. A native East Coaster, she's turning her attention to Vermont teams and sports betting to deliver the latest updates on the state's launch.
