The NHL has decided to do something different and replace the All-Star Game with the 4 Nations Face-Off. A four-team tournament featuring players from the NHL divided into teams USA, Canada, Finland, and Sweden. It is an entirely different concept and an idea that promises to provide fans with more excitement and bettors with more opportunities to wager on these types of games. 

Besides NHL hockey, UFC Fight Night continues with a banger of a matchup where hard-hitting Jarred Cannonier faces off against Gregory Rodrigues, aptly nicknamed Robocop, promising slobber knocker fight fest. And let’s not forget that both the Daytona 500 (NASCAR) and the Genesis Invitational (PGA Tour golf) are all being played this week as well, offering some interesting bets that could be made. So here is the take.

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4 Nations Face-Off Hockey Tournament: USA vs. Canada – Potential Overtime p1m1a

The USA vs. Canada game in the 4 Nations Face-Off is set for Saturday, February 15, at 8 PM ET in Montreal. Both teams are considered favorites to win the tournament, with experts split on which team will come out on top.

For betting, consider the USA’s strong goaltending with Connor Hellebuyck and their depth across all lines, while Canada boasts elite offensive talent like Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon. The game is expected to be close, so betting on a tight score or overtime might be a smart play.

4 Nations Face-Off Hockey Tournament: Finland vs. Sweden – Swedes for the Win 201bz

Next up is the Finland vs. Sweden match set to be played on the same night. Sweden enters the game with momentum after a strong showing against Canada, despite losing in overtime. Bookmakers favor Sweden with a moneyline of -159, while Finland is the underdog at +1403.

For those looking to place bets, consider Sweden’s moneyline or the under 5.5 goals at -130, given Finland’s inexperienced defense and both teams’ solid goaltending.

UFC: Cannonier vs Rodrigues – Over 2.5 Rounds 714s6j

The UFC Fight Night main event on February 15 features Jared Cannonier facing Gregory Rodrigues in a middleweight clash at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Rodrigues enters as the favorite with odds of -220, while Cannonier is the underdog at +185.

Bettors should consider Cannonier’s experience against top-ranked opponents and Rodrigues’ aggressive style when placing wagers, with the fight expected to go beyond 2.5 rounds at -105 odds.

NASCAR: Daytona 500 – William Byron Longshot Win 3z5q43

The 2025 Daytona 500 is set to take place on Sunday at Daytona International Speedway as the second race of the NASCAR Cup Series season. Kyle Busch enters as the favorite at 11-1 odds, while defending champion William Byron is a 20-1 longshot.

For bettors, recent history suggests considering underdogs, as the last four winners had odds of +2200 or longer. When placing wagers, spread your bets across multiple drivers, including some longshots, to potentially capitalize on the unpredictable nature of this iconic race.

Golf: The Genesis Invitational – Tony Finau for the Win 676sx

The 2025 Genesis Invitational is relocated to Torrey Pines Golf Course due to wildfires in Southern California. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler leads the field as the betting favorite at +350, followed by Rory McIlroy at +7005.

For those looking to place bets, consider Tony Finau at +4500, who has shown strong form recently and tends to perform well on longer courses. Also, keep an eye on Hideki Matsuyama at +5000. His ball-striking ability makes him a valuable long-shot wager.

This weekend offers plenty of exciting bets beyond NASCAR, golf, UFC, and hockey – NBA All-Star Weekend is here, and with March Madness just a month away, NCAA games are becoming even more intriguing. See our top basketball betting picks.