Glossary Updated April 21, 2025 By Lines.comPuck lineA wager specific to the sport of ice hockey that is similar to betting in other sports. This is a combination of a moneyline and a point spread bet. A book maker sets a handicap of a certain number of goals for the favorite team and the underdog gets the same amount. Margins of victory are smaller and the point spread can give a bettor a good chance to win.