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NHL 2026-27 Prediction Markets: Kings, Sharks and Ducks
The NHL starts September 29 with 84 games per team. Key dates and how to read Kings, Sharks and Ducks season contracts without mistaking a quote for a forecast.
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Catie Di Stefano
Catie Di Stefano has spent 15 years in the regulated gambling industry, starting at Betsson Group in Malta and spending nearly five years at Gaming Innovation Group (GiG) before building an independent consultancy across European and US iGaming brands, including a licensed engagement with Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City under a New Jersey DGE vendor license. She's been interviewed by the California Business Journal on the rise of online gambling in the US, and spoke on a 2022 Next.io panel specifically about California's gaming market. She went on to build the OnlineGamblers.com brand and hold marketing director roles at Smartico.ai and Vegas Kings, and has been named to multiple iGamingExpress industry rankings. She now covers regulated prediction markets full-time.
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Sources & further reading
Every figure and legal claim on this page traces back to a primary source. These are the ones we checked, open them and verify us.
- NHL: 2026-27 season schedule
Official start and end dates.
- NHL: season schedule statistics
Historical 84-game context.
- NHL: California team previews
Official team outlook.
Frequently asked questions
When does the 2026-27 NHL season begin?
- The NHL regular season starts September 29, 2026, according to the league schedule.
How many games will NHL teams play in 2026-27?
- Each team is scheduled to play 84 games, the first 84-game season in 33 years.
Which California teams play in the NHL?
- The Los Angeles Kings, San Jose Sharks and Anaheim Ducks.
Can I see live Kings, Sharks or Ducks contract prices here?
- No unverified NHL price is shown here. Check the applicable US operator for a current listing, bid and ask, fees and resolution rules.
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