TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.4b
24H VOL:
$235,918,089
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,028,936
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,884,820,873
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PLATFORM COVERAGE:
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Polymarket:
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Kalshi:
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Closed: Oct 20, 11:57 PM EST
Kalshi
This market assesses various thresholds of total goals scored by both teams in an upcoming NHL game. Each threshold represents a different level of scoring intensity, allowing participants to evaluate the likelihood of high-scoring or low-scoring outcomes based on team performance and match dynamics.
All markets resolve based on the total number of goals scored by both teams in the Minnesota vs Edmonton NHL game scheduled for October 20, 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 all markets, if the game is postponed but starts within 48 hours of the original scheduled time, it remains active and resolves according to 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. Each individual market has a specific threshold (e.g., Over 1.5, Over 2.5, etc.), and the market resolves to 'Yes' only if the combined goals exceed that threshold.
Prediction market odds often reflect the collective wisdom of a diverse group of traders, potentially offering a different perspective than traditional sportsbooks. Sportsbooks set their lines based on statistical models and expert analysis, but may also incorporate a profit margin. This market, however, is driven by individuals willing to put their capital behind their beliefs. While sportsbooks may initially have different odds, they often adjust as new information becomes available, and you may find that prediction market prices become increasingly aligned with sportsbook lines as the game date nears. It’s a fascinating comparison of different forecasting approaches.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous order book, where buyers and sellers set the prices for contracts representing different total goals scored in the Minnesota vs Edmonton game. Traders can buy 'yes' contracts, betting that the total goals will be above a certain number, or sell 'no' contracts, betting it will be below. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The price of these contracts fluctuates based on supply and demand, reflecting the collective expectations of the market participants. Essentially, the price represents the probability of that specific outcome occurring, as perceived by the traders on the platform.
This market resolves around Oct 21, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the final total goals scored in the Minnesota vs Edmonton game is verifiable from credible public reporting. The resolution will be based on the official game statistics as reported by a trusted sports data source. Traders holding contracts corresponding to the correct total goals outcome will receive a payout, while those holding contracts on incorrect outcomes will not. The platform will determine the winning outcome based on these official results, ensuring a transparent and verifiable resolution process.
Several factors could influence the price movement of this market. Any news regarding injuries to key players on either the Minnesota or Edmonton teams would likely have a significant impact, as this could affect their scoring potential. Changes in weather conditions, particularly if they are expected to impact the game, could also move the market. Late-breaking news about team strategies or goalie changes could also cause shifts in trader sentiment. Even public perception and betting trends observed elsewhere could influence trading activity and, consequently, the prices within this market.