Best Sportsbooks for NHL Parlays Ranked

DraftKings and FanDuel lead the field for NHL parlays in 2026, but the right sportsbook depends on whether you prioritize parlay builder depth, same-game parlay options, or promotional boosts. All five operators below are licensed in multiple legal US states.

Which sportsbooks rank best for NHL parlays?

The table below scores each operator on the attributes that matter most to NHL parlay bettors: parlay builder availability, same-game parlay (SGP) support, puck line markets, and parlay boost promos. Scores reflect research from publicly available operator information as of July 2026.

Rank	Sportsbook	Parlay Builder	NHL SGP	Puck Line Markets	Parlay Boosts	States Live
1	DraftKings	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Majority of legal states
2	FanDuel	Yes	Yes (prominent SGP tool)	Yes	Yes	Majority of legal states
3	BetMGM	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	NJ, PA, MI, CO, IL and more
4	Caesars	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes (parlay boosts)	Many legal states
5	ESPN Bet	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Multiple states (launched 2023)

How were these NHL parlay sportsbooks evaluated?

Four criteria drove the rankings. First, parlay builder depth — how easy it is to string together moneyline, puck line, and totals legs in one ticket. Second, same-game parlay availability for NHL, since not every operator lets bettors combine player props with the game result. Third, puck line market coverage across the full slate. Fourth, the presence of parlay boost promos, which can meaningfully lift payout multipliers on winning tickets.

Odds shopping matters more with parlays than with straight bets. Because payout odds multiply across every leg, a small edge on one leg compounds into a noticeably larger return. See the DraftKings vs FanDuel NHL parlay odds head-to-head for a concrete comparison of how leg-by-leg pricing differences stack up.

DraftKings — best overall NHL parlay builder

DraftKings has the deepest parlay builder in the market for hockey. The interface lets bettors add legs from multiple games or go deep on a single contest. Read the full DraftKings NHL Parlay Builder hands-on review for step-by-step details. Bettors who prefer a walkthrough can also check the step-by-step guide to placing an NHL parlay on DraftKings.

FanDuel — best same-game parlay tool for NHL

FanDuel's SGP feature is prominently built into every NHL game card. Bettors can combine puck line, total goals, and player props in one ticket without navigating away from the game page. The FanDuel same-game parlay for NHL full review breaks down exactly which leg combinations the operator accepts and which correlated combos it restricts.

Bettors who want a broader look at same-game parlay options across all operators should visit the NHL same-game parlay sites ranked for 2026.

BetMGM — solid market depth in key states

BetMGM is licensed in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Colorado, Illinois, and other legal states. Its NHL parlay markets cover moneylines, puck lines, and totals reliably across the full schedule. The BetMGM NHL parlay markets review covers what bettors actually get on a typical game night.

Caesars — parlay boosts worth tracking

Caesars runs regular parlay boost promos on NHL games. A boost raises the stated payout above the standard calculated odds. Boost availability is state-specific and subject to change, so check the operator's current terms before opting in. The Caesars Sportsbook NHL parlay boosts review explains how those promos work and what to watch out for. For a side-by-side comparison with BetMGM, see BetMGM vs Caesars for NHL parlays.

ESPN Bet — newer entrant with growing NHL coverage

ESPN Bet launched in 2023 and has been expanding its NHL parlay markets. It suits bettors who are already in the ESPN ecosystem and want NHL picks alongside editorial content. The ESPN Bet NHL parlay new-entrant review details current market depth and any gaps to be aware of.

Are NHL parlay bets legal in your state?

Online sports betting is legal and operational in more than 30 US states plus Washington DC as of 2024, according to the American Gaming Association state gaming map. States including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Illinois, Colorado, and others have active online sportsbooks. California, Texas, and Florida (app blocked by courts) remain unavailable. For a full breakdown, see the legal states for NHL parlay betting guide.

The minimum age is 21 in most legal states; Wyoming and New Hampshire are among the few that allow 18+. Must be 21+ in most states. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER.

What about taxes on NHL parlay winnings?

All parlay winnings are federally taxable as ordinary income. A W-2G form is issued when a single win reaches $600 or more and is at least 300 times the wager, per IRS Topic No. 419. Losses are deductible only if you itemize, and only up to the amount of winnings. The NHL parlay taxes page covers reporting obligations in detail. Understanding how parlays are calculated before placing a ticket also helps — see the NHL parlay payout calculation guide for the math behind multiplied odds.