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NHL Stars Return to Olympics: Canada Leads Betting Odds
2/11/2026
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Story summary
- NHL players will compete in the Olympic men's hockey tournament for the first time since 2014.
- Canada is favored to win gold at +115, with the U.S. at +175, Sweden at +650, and Finland at +1000.
- Bookmakers expect strong betting activity, with 60% to 80% of wagered money on hockey.
- The success of last year's 4 Nations Face-Off revived interest in hockey betting, prompting bookmakers to expect engagement from storylines.
