Bet Types

Hedge

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Price range: $$

What Hedge means in sports betting — explained in plain English.

Definition

Placing a bet on the opposite side to guarantee profit or minimize loss.

Like insurance for your bet. Bet both sides to lock in some winnings.

Your futures bet on Chiefs is alive. Bet against them in the NFL Championship to guarantee profit.

Browse the full A–Z betting glossary or read the complete betting guide. The Cold Line also publishes a free year-round sports calendar and live odds board — no signup required.

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The Cold Line

Bet Types

What Hedge means in sports betting — explained in plain English.

Placing a bet on the opposite side to guarantee profit or minimize loss.

Like insurance for your bet. Bet both sides to lock in some winnings.

Your futures bet on Chiefs is alive. Bet against them in the NFL Championship to guarantee profit.

Browse the full A–Z betting glossary or read the complete betting guide. The Cold Line also publishes a free year-round sports calendar and live odds board — no signup required.