TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.4b
24H VOL:
$245,801,863
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,028,936
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,902,097,102
417,059
Markets across
40,178
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
4,415
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
37%
VS.
Kalshi:
63%
Closed: Oct 3, 11:41 PM EST
Kalshi
These markets determine whether either team secures a victory with a margin exceeding specific goal differences. The outcome hinges solely on the goal differential between the two teams, with all games resolving based on official results regardless of postponement within 48 hours.
Markets resolve based on whether Colorado or St. Louis wins by more than specified goal margins in the NHL game scheduled for Oct 3, 2026. If the game is postponed but begins within 48 hours of its original start time, markets stay open and resolve using the official final result. If the game is cancelled or does not start within 48 hours, all markets resolve to a fair price.
Typically, prediction market odds reflect the wisdom of the crowd and can differ from traditional sportsbook odds. Sportsbooks often set initial lines based on statistical models and expert analysis, while this market incorporates a broader range of information and opinions from traders. It's common to see discrepancies, especially as new information emerges or public sentiment shifts. However, as the event approaches, the odds on Kalshi often converge with those found at sportsbooks, as both attempt to accurately predict the final result. This convergence isn’t guaranteed, but it’s a frequent observation.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous auction mechanism where traders buy and sell contracts representing different spread outcomes. The price of each contract reflects the market’s collective probability assessment of that outcome occurring. As more traders participate, the prices adjust to reflect new information and changing expectations. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The price movements are driven by supply and demand; if many traders believe the Cardinals will cover, they will buy contracts representing that outcome, driving up the price. Conversely, selling pressure will lower prices.
This market resolves around Oct 4, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the final spread is verified against credible public reporting. The resolution will be based on the official result of the St. Louis Cardinals versus Colorado Rockies game, specifically the final point spread. Traders holding contracts corresponding to the correct spread outcome will receive a payout, while those holding contracts on incorrect outcomes will not. The platform will determine the winning outcome based on official game data, ensuring a transparent and verifiable resolution process.
Several factors could influence this market leading up to Oct 4, 2026. Any news regarding injuries to key players on either the Cardinals or the Rockies would likely cause significant movement. Changes in pitching matchups, weather forecasts impacting the game, or even significant shifts in public betting sentiment could also affect the odds. Unexpected team performance in preceding games, or even broader trends in baseball statistics, might also prompt traders to adjust their positions, leading to price fluctuations within this market. Monitoring these signals is key to understanding potential shifts.