What “Winner (incl. extra innings)” in Ice Hockey Sports Betting Means
This betting market means you’re betting on which team will eventually win the game — including overtime and penalty shootouts.
So, it does not matter whether the team wins in regulation time (after 3 periods), overtime, or a shootout — as long as they win the match outright, your bet wins.
It’s sometimes written as:
- “Moneyline (incl. OT & penalties)”
- “Winner (incl. OT)”
- “To win (including OT & penalties)”
Example
Let’s use an example with Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Boston Bruins:
| Team | Odds |
|---|---|
| Toronto Maple Leafs | 1.85 |
| Boston Bruins | 2.05 |
If you bet “Toronto Maple Leafs – Winner (incl. extra innings)”, here’s what happens:
- Toronto wins in regulation (3 periods) → Bet wins
- Toronto wins in overtime or shootout → Bet wins
- Boston wins in regulation, overtime, or shootout → Bet loses
Contrast with “3-Way (Regulation Time)” Bets
In a 3-way bet, the options are:
- Team A to win in regulation
- Draw (after 3 periods)
- Team B to win in regulation
In that case:
- If Toronto wins in overtime or penalties, a 3-way “Toronto to win” bet loses, because that market only counts the score after 60 minutes.
So, Winner (incl. extra innings) is safer because it includes all possible win outcomes.
Example Scenario
Match: New York Rangers vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
Final Score (after 3 periods): 3–3
Final Score (after OT): Rangers 4–3
- If you bet Rangers – Winner (incl. extra innings) → WIN
- If you bet Rangers – 3-way (regulation only) → LOSE (draw after 60 mins)
Betting Tips
1. Use “incl. extra innings” when teams are evenly matched
- If the game looks tight and could go to overtime, choosing “Winner (incl. extra innings)” is lower risk.
- You still get paid if your team wins in OT or shootout.
2. Check team overtime performance
- Some teams perform better in OT or have strong goalies in shootouts.
Example: Vegas Golden Knights often do well in overtime due to speed and attack depth.
3. Expect slightly lower odds
- Because this bet includes overtime and penalties, it’s safer, so odds are usually lower than “regulation only” bets.
4. Combine with Double Chance for safety
- “Double Chance (incl. OT)” lets you bet on Team A or Draw to win, giving you even more protection if you’re unsure.
5. Consider motivation factors
- In playoff games or late-season matches, teams often fight to the end — increasing the chance of overtime — so this market becomes especially useful.
Example Bet Slip
| Market | Pick | Odds | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winner (incl. OT & penalties) | Colorado Avalanche | 1.80 | Avalanche won 3–2 in OT |
Your bet wins even though the victory came in overtime.
Summary
| Term | Includes Overtime? | Includes Penalties? | Safer Option? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winner (incl. extra innings) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 3-way (regulation only) | No | No | No |
Would you like me to explain the difference between “Winner (incl. OT)” and “Regulation Time Winner” side by side in a comparison chart next?