OHL Betting Odds - Bet on Ontario Hockey League & Canadian Hockey Betting Tips
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What is the OHL (Ontario Hockey League)?
The Ontario Hockey League, better known as the OHL, is one of the three major junior hockey leagues of Canada. Together with the Western Hockey League and the Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League, these organisations form the Canadian Hockey League.
The OHL is open to players aged between 16 and 20 and is one of the best places to see the NHL stars of the future . Approximately 20% of players on active NHL rosters have come from the OHL. Currently, 20 teams take part in the league, with 17 from Ontario, 2 from Michigan, and 1 from Pennsylvania.
History of the OHL
Hockey leagues were first established in Ontario in 1890 by the Ontario Hockey Association (OHA). Just 2 years later, the OHA established senior and intermediate divisions, although players were categorised by skill level rather than age. However, this changed in 1896, when age-limited divisions were created to allow talented young players to develop in the sport.
Since age-limited divisions were introduced to Ontario hockey, several changes have helped shape the OHL we know today. In 1933, the junior division was split into two levels, and in 1970, there was an additional split of the top level into two tiers.
In 1974, the top tier of junior Ontario hockey broke away to become the independent Ontario Major Junior Hockey League, which would become the Ontario Hockey League in 1980. Since then, the league has grown considerably thanks to broadcast and commercial deals.
Format & Schedule of the OHL
The 20 clubs taking part in the OHL play a 69-game schedule, which begins in the third week of September and runs to the third week of March. Matches are normally scheduled between Thursday and Sunday to minimise the number of school days that players miss.
Teams are split between the Western and Eastern Conferences, and the top 16 teams progress to the playoffs. The conference champions are decided from the first 3 rounds of the playoffs, before the winners progress to the finals to decide the OHL season champions.
Here’s the schedule for the 2024-25 OHL season:
30 August - 22 September 2024 - Preseason
25 September 2024 - 23 March 2025 - Regular season games
27 March - May 2025 - Playoffs
How to Bet on the OHL & Hockey Bet Types
It’s easy to start betting on hockey at Stake, with our guide to hockey betting telling you everything you need to know. You can also find more details on how to place sports bets in our full guide , but we’ve broken down the basic steps for you to follow:
Sign in to your Stake.com account and check your available balance in the wallet.
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Search for the OHL or a team to see the available live and upcoming matches .
Alternatively, you can use the menu to find Ice Hockey > Canada > OHL.
Select a match to see the full list of betting markets.
Choose a bet to add it to your bet slip, check the odds, and enter your stake.
Confirm your bet to place it.
There are lots of different ways to bet on hockey games at Stake. We cover hockey leagues all over the world, including American leagues such as the ECHL and AHL , plus Canadian leagues like the WHL . You can also bet on Russian hockey with KHL betting and VHL betting , as well as Swedish hockey with SHL betting. Here are some of the most popular types of betting markets:
Live Stream OHL Games & Live Ice Hockey Betting
There’s a range of pre-match and live markets to bet on the OHL at Stake. To see the latest live odds , simply log into your account while the match is going on. You can also utilize live stats to gain valuable insights into the game and potential outcomes. Although you won’t be able to watch OHL games at Stake, you can enjoy other hockey games on our free live streams .
OHL Betting Odds & Payouts
Before using online sportsbooks, ensure you understand how odds work and how to calculate your payouts from winning bets. Remember that although higher odds lead to bigger potential returns, they also imply a lower probability of that outcome. Switch between the decimal, fractional, and American odds formats to choose the one that’s easiest for you to read.
Ice Hockey Betting Tips, Predictions & Strategies
Analyze the stats - When making your OHL picks, be sure to analyze the statistics and research both player and team performances. Look at recent form, head-to-head records, and goaltender performances to get a better idea of future results.
Make the most of market variety - When choosing your bets, you should be looking for value, which is backed up by data. Make sure you look through the wide range of available betting markets, including totals, moneyline, puck lines, and live betting, to find betting opportunities.
Consider schedule - OHL games can be unpredictable, as junior hockey leagues are less consistent generally. However, you can predict performances by looking at schedules. Key players may be rested during busy periods, and long travel distances can also be a factor.
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