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$323,326,361
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2,984,640,614
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,969,435,260
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Closed: Oct 28, 10:09 PM EST
Kalshi
This event tracks the total number of goals scored by both teams in an upcoming NHL game. Bettors predict whether the combined score will exceed specific thresholds, offering various levels of difficulty for forecasting the game's offensive output.
All markets resolve based on the official total goals scored by both teams in the Philadelphia vs Washington NHL game scheduled for October 28, 2026, counting goals from regulation and overtime periods. A shootout result contributes one goal to the winning team's total. If the game is postponed but starts within 48 hours of the original time, markets remain open and resolve according to the final result. If the game is cancelled or does not start within 48 hours of its scheduled time, all markets resolve to a fair price. Each market has a different threshold (ranging from 1.5 to 9.5 goals), with the market resolving to 'Yes' if the combined score exceeds that threshold.
Often, prediction market odds reflect a different perspective than those found at sportsbooks. Sportsbooks incorporate a ‘vig’ or commission into their odds, representing their profit margin. This market, being driven by the collective predictions of traders, can sometimes offer more favorable odds, especially if there’s disagreement with the initial sportsbook lines. However, it’s important to remember that both represent probabilities as perceived by different groups – bettors at sportsbooks versus forecasters on Kalshi. Discrepancies can arise due to differing information or analytical approaches.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous order book where traders buy and sell contracts corresponding to different total goal outcomes. The price of a contract represents the probability of that outcome occurring, as perceived by the market participants. As more traders buy contracts for a specific outcome, its price increases, reflecting growing confidence in that result. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The market dynamically adjusts to new information and changing sentiment, providing a real-time assessment of the likely total goals scored in the Philadelphia vs Washington game.
This market resolves around Oct 29, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. The final total goals scored in the Philadelphia vs Washington match will be used to determine which contracts pay out. Contracts corresponding to the correct total goals outcome will settle at 100, while those for incorrect outcomes will settle at 0. The resolution will be based on official game statistics, ensuring a transparent and verifiable outcome for all participants in this market.
Several factors could influence the price movement of this market. Any news regarding key player injuries or suspensions for either Philadelphia or Washington would likely have a significant impact. Changes in team form, tactical adjustments, or even weather conditions on game day could also shift market sentiment. Unexpected announcements about starting lineups or alterations to the game schedule could also cause fluctuations. Ultimately, any information that alters the perceived probability of different total goal outcomes has the potential to move this market.