| Outcome | Probability | Yes Bid | Yes Ask | 24h Change | Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis wins by over 2.5 goals | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| St. Louis wins by over 1.5 goals | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| San Jose wins by over 1.5 goals | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| San Jose wins by over 2.5 goals | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
This market asks how the point spread will play out for the San Jose at St. Louis game; spread markets matter because they capture expectations about the margin of victory rather than just who wins. Traders use them to express views on relative team strength and in-game developments.
San Jose (Sharks) and St. Louis (Blues) are NHL franchises with differing styles, roster compositions, and home-ice factors that shape matchups. Historical head-to-head results, recent form, goaltending consistency, and travel or schedule density are typical background considerations that affect how a spread is set and how it moves leading up to puck drop. Markets like this aggregate that information from many participants and update as new facts emerge.
In a spread market the quoted prices reflect the market’s consensus about the likely margin between the teams across the available outcome ranges; movement in those prices signals how new information (injuries, lineup announcements, in-game events) changes expectations. Always check the contract text to see exactly which margins and game periods the outcomes cover and whether overtime or shootouts are included in settlement.
Close time is listed as TBD on the market page; check the market for the official close time and any updates. Resolution follows the exchange’s stated settlement rules and is based on the official final score or specified game period as described in the contract.
The spread outcome is determined by the margin of victory as defined in the contract (for example ranges or point differentials). Consult the market’s contract text to confirm whether the margin uses regulation score only or includes overtime/shootouts and which team’s margin corresponds to each outcome.
Key movers include official starting goalie announcements, confirmed scratches or returns from injury, late travel or illness reports, and any coaching or lineup changes that alter matchup dynamics.
Live spread pricing reacts quickly to goals, power plays, major penalties, injuries during the game, and momentum swings; a single early goal or a goalie change can produce large, rapid adjustments in the market.
Handling of postponements or cancellations follows the platform’s rules—markets are often voided and funds returned or carried over to the rescheduled event per the exchange’s policy. Check KALSHI’s market terms or announcements on the event page for the definitive procedure.