TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.3b
24H VOL:
$228,458,490
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,028,936
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,879,276,037
410,833
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MATCHED EVENTS:
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PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
37%
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Kalshi:
63%
Closed: Oct 8, 10:07 PM EST
Kalshi
This market assesses various thresholds of total goals scored by both teams in a specific NHL hockey match. Each threshold represents a different level of scoring intensity, allowing participants to evaluate the likelihood of high-scoring or low-scoring games.
All markets resolve based on the total number of goals scored by both teams in the Dallas vs Buffalo NHL game scheduled for October 8, 2026. Goals counted include those scored during regulation time and any overtime periods. If the game concludes with a shootout, the shootout result counts as a single goal awarded to the winning team. For any market where the specified threshold is exceeded, it resolves to 'Yes'; otherwise, it resolves to 'No'. If the game is postponed but starts within 48 hours of the original schedule, the market remains active and resolves based on the final official result. If the game is cancelled or fails to start within this 48-hour window, all markets resolve to a fair price, ensuring equitable treatment for all participants.
Typically, prediction market odds reflect the wisdom of the crowd and can differ from traditional sportsbook odds. Sportsbooks often set initial lines to balance action, while this market’s prices are driven purely by supply and demand from traders expressing their beliefs about the outcome. If a significant number of traders believe a certain goal total is more likely than implied by sportsbook odds, the price will adjust accordingly. It’s common to see discrepancies, especially as new information emerges or public sentiment shifts leading up to the game. These differences can present potential opportunities for informed traders.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous double auction. Traders buy and sell contracts representing different goal totals, and the price of each contract reflects the market's collective belief about the probability of that outcome. As more traders participate, the prices converge to represent a consensus forecast. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The price movement is driven by the forces of supply and demand, with buyers pushing prices up and sellers pushing them down. This dynamic pricing mechanism allows for a real-time assessment of expectations for the total goals scored in the Dallas vs Buffalo game.
This market resolves around Oct 9, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. The final total goals scored in the Dallas vs Buffalo game will be used to determine which contracts pay out. Resolution will be based on official game statistics, ensuring an objective and transparent process. Traders will be able to view the resolution details on Kalshi once the game concludes and the results are officially reported. The market will then settle, and payouts will be distributed accordingly.
Several factors could influence the price of this market. Any news regarding key player injuries for either the Dallas or Buffalo teams would likely cause significant movement. Changes in weather forecasts, particularly if severe weather is expected, could also impact the anticipated scoring. Furthermore, late-breaking news about team strategies or coaching decisions could shift trader sentiment. Even public perception, reflected in social media trends or expert analysis, can contribute to price fluctuations as traders adjust their predictions based on new information.