Nickel Line

Slang for a 5-cent line, where vig is split as -102.5/+100 or similar. The tightest mainstream pricing available.

Like a broker charging a $1 commission instead of $10 -- same trade, much better deal.

Why it matters

Nickel lines minimize vig and maximize your expected return on every bet placed.

How DMP uses this

DMP identifies markets with nickel-line pricing to highlight the best-priced opportunities.

Common mistake

Assuming nickel lines exist everywhere -- they are typically only on major markets at sharp books.