The PointsBet Invitational is just under two weeks away, and the opening sportsbook odds for both the men’s and women’s events are out, giving fans and bettors an early look at the favorites to win. In the women’s competition, Ontario’s Rachel Homan leads the pack with +115 odds to win the event, making her the favorite. Close behind are Chelsea Carey (+250) and Kerri Einarson (+300), both from Manitoba, as they are expected to provide tough competition. Other notable contenders include Kaitlyn Lawes at +450 and Selena Sturmay at +700. The odds reflect the strength and experience of these teams, with Homan and Einarson being perennial powerhouses in Canadian women’s curling.
On the men’s side, Brad Gushue from Newfoundland and Labrador is the favorite with +150 odds, followed closely by Alberta’s Brad Jacobs at +175. These two skips are no strangers to success, making them strong contenders to take the title. Mike McEwen (+300) and Matt Dunstone (+400) are also expected to perform well, while veteran Kevin Koe comes in at +1000. Gushue’s odds highlight his consistent performances, making him a top pick for this year’s tournament.
As always, these odds are for informational purposes, and Curling Central emphasizes responsible betting. The PointsBet Invitational promises to be an exciting start to the Curling Canada season with top-tier talent competing for the prestigious title.
Women’s event
Rachel Homan (ON) – +115
Chelsea Carey (MB) – +250
Kerri Einarson (MB) – +300
Kaitlyn Lawes (MB) – +450
Selena Sturmay (AB) – +700
Kate Cameron (MB) – +1000
Danielle Inglis (ON) – +1500
Corryn Brown (BC) – +1800
Serena Gray-Withers (AB) – +2000
Kayla Skrlik (AB) – +3000
Jolene Campbell (SK) – +3000
Ashley Thevenot (SK) – +5000
Allyson MacNutt (NS) – +10000
Abby Burgess (NB) – +50000
Gabby Wood (AB) – +50000
Men’s event
Brad Gushue (NL) – +150
Brad Jacobs (AB) – +175
Mike McEwen (SK) – +300
Matt Dunstone (MB) – +400
Kevin Koe (AB) – +1000
Reid Carruthers (MB) – +1000
Aaron Sluchinski (AB) – +1300
Rylan Kleiter (SK) – +1800
Sam Mooibroek (ON) – +2500
Owen Purcell (NS) – +4000
Félix Asselin (QC) – +6600
Josh Bryden (SK) – +10000
Kenan Wipf (AB) – +20000
Jacob Dobson (ON) – +20000
Dan Sherrard (AB) – +50000
Note – These odds are an average of found odds across online sportsbooks that operate in Canada legally. These odds are for informational purposes only, Curling Central is not responsible for consequences of placing wagers. Play responsibly.