Excited for NHL betting in Ohio? Here’s everything you need to know to get started! Sports betting in Ohio will begin on January 1, 2023 for both retail and online sports betting. Bettors must be at least 21 years old and inside state lines to place a bet.

NHL Betting Basics

NHL bets are simple: you either bet on the favorite or the underdog. The team listed as the favorite (-) is expected to win, while the team listed as the underdog (+) is not. For example, if the Columbus Blue Jackets are playing the Chicago Blackhawks, and the Blue Jackets are -120 and the Blackhawks are +100, that means most people are betting on the Blue Jackets to win. In order for a person who bet on the Blue Jackets to win money, they would have to bet $120. If they only bet $100, they would only win $80 (their original bet plus their winnings). If someone bet on the Blackhawks to win and they did, they would win $100 (their original bet plus their winnings). The higher the minus number (-), the bigger favorite the team is. The higher the plus number (+), the bigger underdog the team is.

NHL Betting Types Available in Ohio

The following bet types will be available for NHL games in Ohio:
-Moneyline: A bet on which team will win the game outright
-Puck Line: A bet on the spread of the game, with the favorite giving up 1.5 goals and the underdog receiving 1.5 goals
-Over/Under: A bet on whether the total number of goals scored by both teams will be over or under a certain amount

How to Start Betting on NHL Games in Ohio

NHL betting in Ohio will begin on Jan. 1, 2023, for both retail and online sports betting. So how do you get started? Here’s a step-by-step guide:

1. First things first, you need to be at least 21 years old to bet on NHL games in Ohio.
2. Once you’re of age, you can register for an account with a licensed sportsbook operator in Ohio. You’ll need to provide some personal information like your name, date of birth, address, and Social Security number.
3. After your account is created and verified, you’ll need to fund it so that you can start placing bets. You can do this by credit or debit card, e-check, or bank transfer.
4. Now you’re ready to start betting! When placing a bet on an NHL game, you’ll first need to choose a side (the team you think will win). Then, you’ll need to decide how much money you want to bet.
5. If your team wins, great! You’ll receive your winnings according to the odds that were set by the sportsbook. If they lose… well, better luck next time!
6. Remember to always gamble responsibly. Don’t bet more than you’re comfortable losing, and never chase your losses. If gambling starts to feel like a problem for you, there are resources available to help (Gamblers Anonymous, National Council on Problem Gambling, etc.).

Now that you know all of the basics of NHL betting in Ohio, it’s time to get out there and start placing some bets! Remember to always gamble responsibility and have fun! If you’re ever feeling unsure about something or have any questions, be sure to ask one of our friendly staff members for assistance.