- After consecutive overtime wins, the Dallas Stars Stanley Cup odds shortened from +2200 to +900.
- The Winnipeg Jets and Carolina Hurricanes are tied for the fewest goals against per 60 minutes 5-on-5 through two games (0.63).
- The Los Angeles Kings are 5-for-10, while the Toronto Maple Leafs are 4-for-7 on the power play.
The Dallas Stars shot up the leaderboard after winning two straight in overtime against the Colorado Avalanche. Meanwhile, the Avalanche have been replaced as the Stanley Cup odds favourites by the Carolina Hurricanes.
With their impressive 2-0 series lead over the Edmonton Oilers, the Los Angeles Kings join the Stars as the favourites whose hockey odds improved the most in the last few days.
Prediction: Who Will Win the 2024-25 Stanley Cup?
The Hurricanes are the current favourites to win the Stanley Cup in 2025 with +500 odds, followed by:
- Winnipeg Jets (+700)
- Florida Panthers (+750)
- Toronto Maple Leafs (+750)
- Washington Capitals (+850)
I predict the Avalanche will win the 2025 Stanley Cup, and it’s my best online sportsbook bet. However, they’ll need to win Game 4 or could find themselves in a hole too deep to dig out of.
NHL Stanley Cup Odds 2024-25
| Team | Current Odds | Opening Odds |
| Hurricanes | +500 | +1100 |
| Jets | +700 | +2200 |
| Panthers | +750 | +900 |
| Maple Leafs | +750 | +1600 |
| Capitals | +850 | +10000 |
| Stars | +900 | +1000 |
| Kings | +900 | +2000 |
| Golden Knights | +950 | +1200 |
| Avalanche | +1000 | +1000 |
| Lightning | +1600 | +2000 |
| Oilers | +1900 | +1000 |
| Wild | +4000 | +3500 |
| Senators | +10000 | +4000 |
| Blues | +10000 | +4000 |
| Canadiens | +15000 | +15000 |
| Devils | +15000 | +1300 |
2024-25 Stanley Cup Favourites & Best Bets
Carolina Hurricanes Stanley Cup Odds +500
Gauging how good the Hurricanes are in relation to the other Stanley Cup odds contenders is challenging, given the current situation of their injury-ravaged opponents.
Still, I’m not taking anything away from their solid start. They are tied with the Florida Panthers for the second-best goals percentage (75) in the postseason.
Carolina has allowed the fewest goals per 60 minutes 5-on-5 (0.63) through two games, tied with the Jets. That exquisite team defence is the primary reason they have the shortest odds to win it all.
I’m interested to see how the Hurricanes acquit themselves on the road, where they struggled during the regular season.
Winnipeg Jets Stanley Cup Odds +700
The Jets have been one of the most impressive teams to start the playoffs. They overturned a third-period deficit in Game 1 and executed a hallmark Jets’ defensive masterclass in Game 2.
Their best offensive players, Kyle Connor and Mark Scheifele, have exceeded expectations, with the former scoring both game-winning goals in the third period. Meanwhile, Connor Hellebuyck settled down after a frantic opening 21 minutes, 13 seconds.
He allowed one goal in the ensuing 98:37 to backstop his team to a commanding 2-0 series lead. The Jets’ ace is the early Conn Smythe Trophy odds favourite, where he’ll need to remain for the Jets to make a deep run. So far, so good.
Florida Panthers Stanley Cup Odds +750
And here I thought it would take Matthew Tkachuk a game or two to catch up to the playoffs’ blistering pace.
I was proven wrong about as quickly as Tkachuk got up to speed. After missing over two months, he scored two power-play goals and notched an assist in the Florida Panthers’ 6-2 dismantling of the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 1.
I don’t suspect it will take Aaron Ekblad any time to get back to his best. The Panthers’ elite defenceman will return in Game 3, an ominous prospect for the Lightning.
Toronto Maple Leafs Stanley Cup Odds +750
The Toronto Maple Leafs have Anthony Stolarz and a ruthless power play to thank for their 2-0 series lead over the Ottawa Senators. Craig Berube can also take credit for instilling defensive accountability among the collective.
The Maple Leafs’ Stanley Cup odds shortened from +1200 to +750 after Game 1, which remained unchanged after Game 2.
Toronto’s power play is 4-for-7, and Stolarz continues his exquisite form between the pipes. The Maple Leafs’ No. 1 goaltender is 10-0-0 in his last 10 starts, allowing two goals or fewer eight times.
Washington Capitals Stanley Cup Odds +850
Alex Ovechkin scored his first postseason overtime winner in Game 1, holding off an admirable comeback attempt by the Montreal Canadiens.
After seeing the first two games, I wonder if Ovechkin winning the Cup the same year he broke the all-time goals record is destiny. Logan Thompson returned from injury and has been nothing short of spectacular. The Capitals’ No. 1 netminder has a 1.47 goals-against average and a .951 save percentage through two games.
A hot goaltender and the most prolific goal-scorer in the history of the NHL, bursting with confidence, is a terrifying combination for opponents.
Dallas Stars Stanley Cup Odds +850
Resilience comes to mind when discussing the Stars. Without Jason Robertson and Miro Heiskanen, the Stars have rallied, winning consecutive overtime games to take a 2-1 series lead over a high-powered Avalanche team.
Since returning from injury, Tyler Seguin has been instrumental, scoring the overtime winner in Game 2 for his second goal in as many games. The Stars have the advantage in the series despite leading for just 1:02 of game time.
What NHL Team Has the Most Stanley Cup Wins?
The Montreal Canadiens hold the record for the most Stanley Cup wins, hoisting the iconic trophy 24 times. Their 24 championships set the bar for tradition and excellence in the NHL and serve as the benchmark for teams aiming to build their legacies.
What Team Won the First Stanley Cup?
The Montreal Hockey Club was awarded the first Stanley Cup after finishing as the Montreal Amateur Athletic Association champions in 1893.
This victory marked the beginning of the Cup’s storied history and set the stage for over a century of passionate hockey.
Who Is the Stanley Cup Named After?
The Stanley Cup is named after Lord Stanley of Preston, the sixth Governor General of Canada. Lord Stanley donated the decorative rose bowl that would eventually become one of the most prestigious awards in team sports.
His vision was to have a championship trophy for which teams across Canada could compete.
