Top NHL Handicappers 2026-27
Top NHL handicappers right now: 1. David Racey (+$585), 2. John Ryan (+$330), 3. Chris Ruffolo (+$239). Last updated November 11, 2026.
This is Sports Chat Place’s look at which NHL handicappers are actually making money in 2026-27. We sort everyone by dollars won, then give our own read on who’s built to last in a sport full of bad bounces and hot goalies.
NHL Handicapper Power Rankings
| Rank | Handicapper | Record | Win % | Profit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | David Racey | 79-65 | 54.9% | +$585 |
| 2 | John Ryan | 8-4 | 66.7% | +$330 |
| 3 | Chris Ruffolo | 54-43 | 55.7% | +$239 |
| 4 | Jay Yang | 19-15 | 55.9% | +$174 |
| 5 | CD Sports | 4-3 | 57.1% | +$125 |
| 6 | Nick Lagouretos | 2-1 | 66.7% | +$104 |
| 7 | Big Al McMordie | 4-3 | 57.1% | +$52 |
Our Take: Real or Hot Streak?
For real: David Racey
Nobody has fired more NHL picks this season, and he’s still the top earner after 144 plays. A rough 1-3 Tuesday trimmed his lead, but that much volume makes his number the most trustworthy on the board.
Too early to tell: John Ryan
Ryan jumped two spots with one win on Tuesday. At 12 plays, that’s exactly how fast things can move with a small sample, in either direction.
Steady: Chris Ruffolo
Almost 100 plays and in the profit. In hockey, where most bets are moneylines at different prices, staying positive over that many games is harder than it looks.
Trending Up and Down
Up: John Ryan cashed Minnesota at Montreal, and Big Al McMordie made the rankings for the first time.
Down: Racey went 1-3 on Tuesday, and Ruffolo and Jay Yang each dropped a play.
How We Rank NHL Handicappers
Profit decides the order. That matters even more in hockey, where a handicapper backing underdogs can win less than half his bets and still come out ahead. Every play counts as a bet to win $100, and losses stay on the record.
Top NHL Handicappers FAQ
Who is the top NHL handicapper right now?
As of November 11, 2026, David Racey is the top NHL handicapper of the 2026-27 season at 79-65 for +$585. John Ryan is second at +$330 and Chris Ruffolo third at +$239.
Why is David Racey’s record the most reliable?
He has 144 graded NHL plays, more than anyone else in the rankings, so his profit comes from a large sample rather than a short run of wins.
Can an NHL handicapper win under 50% and still make money?
Yes. Most hockey bets are moneylines, and underdogs pay more than they risk, so a handicapper who wins at plus-money prices can lose more bets than he wins and still profit.
How are NHL handicappers ranked?
By profit, not win rate. Every play counts as a bet to win $100, losses stay on the record, and the handicapper who has won the most money ranks first.
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