USA vs. Canada: Betting Guide for the Olympic Hockey Gold Medal Game
The highly anticipated men’s Olympic hockey gold medal game is set, with Team USA facing off against Team Canada on Sunday, February 22, 2026. With stars like Connor McDavid, Auston Matthews and Nathan MacKinnon expected to dominate the ice, the game promises speed, skill, and high-stakes drama. For fans looking to add to the excitement, several sportsbooks are offering betting opportunities.
How to Bet on the Gold Medal Game
Bettors have multiple options available through top sportsbooks including DraftKings, FanDuel, bet365, and BetMGM. Options range from traditional moneyline bets to puck line and totals, as well as player prop bets on goals, and assists.
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Game Odds (February 22, 2026)
As of February 22, 2026, here’s a snapshot of the odds available at various sportsbooks:
| Team | Puck Line | Moneyline | Total (5.5) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | -1.5 (+220) | -120 | Under -155 |
| USA | +1.5 (-275) | +100 | Over (+130) |
(Odds sourced from FOX Sports)
Key Player Goalscorer Odds (BetMGM)
Here are the anytime goalscorer odds as of February 22, 2026, according to BetMGM:
- Connor McDavid: +160
- Nathan MacKinnon: +180
- Macklin Celebrini: +180
- Auston Matthews: +220
- Jack Eichel: +320
- Matthew Tkachuk: +320
Canada Favored, But It’s a Tight Matchup
Canada enters the gold medal game as the favorite, with odds ranging from -125 on DraftKings to -113 on FanDuel and -118 on BetMGM (The Athletic). These odds suggest Canada has between a 53% and 56% chance of winning. The U.S. Hasn’t won Olympic gold in men’s hockey since the 1980 “Miracle on Ice.”
With gold medal glory on the line, this is a game no hockey fan will want to miss.