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:
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Polymarket:
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Kalshi:
63%
Closed: Oct 8, 10:07 PM EST
Kalshi
This event tracks the total number of goals scored by both teams in a specific NHL hockey match. Bettors predict whether the combined score will exceed various thresholds, offering different levels of difficulty and potential payout. The outcome depends entirely on the game's final score, including regulation and overtime goals.
All markets resolve based on the official total goals scored by both Vancouver and Carolina in their NHL game scheduled for October 8, 2026. Goals counted include those scored during regulation time and any overtime periods; a shootout result contributes one goal to the winning team's total. If the match is postponed but starts within 48 hours of the original time, all markets remain active and resolve according to the final result. If the game is cancelled or fails to start within this window, all markets resolve to a fair price, ensuring equitable treatment for all participants across all threshold levels.
Generally, prediction market odds tend to reflect the wisdom of the crowd, often proving more accurate than initial sportsbook lines. Sportsbooks set their odds based on models and public perception, while this market aggregates the insights of many individual traders. If a significant number of traders believe a sportsbook is undervaluing or overvaluing a particular outcome, the price in this market will adjust accordingly. However, sportsbook odds can still offer valuable information, and discrepancies between the two can present potential arbitrage opportunities for informed traders.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous auction mechanism. Traders buy and sell contracts representing different total goal outcomes, and the price of each contract reflects the probability of that outcome occurring, as perceived by the market participants. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The price moves based on supply and demand; if more people buy contracts for a specific outcome, the price increases, and vice versa. This dynamic pricing ensures that the market constantly reflects the latest information and collective intelligence of the traders.
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 Vancouver vs Carolina game will be used to determine which contracts pay out. The resolution will be based on official game statistics, ensuring a transparent and accurate settlement. Traders should monitor official sources for the final score to understand the outcome of this market and any resulting payouts.
Several factors could influence the price of this market. Late-breaking news regarding key player injuries or suspensions for either the Vancouver or Carolina teams would likely cause significant movement. Changes in weather conditions, particularly if they impact the style of play, could also affect the perceived probability of different goal totals. Additionally, any major shifts in public sentiment or expert analysis regarding the teams' offensive capabilities could drive trading activity and alter the market price. Monitoring these signals can help traders make informed decisions.