With all the madness of the NHL playoffs comes abrupt changes to the Stanley Cup odds, and we're already seeing plenty of movement as Round 3 is halfway through.
As the 2024 NHL playoffs reach the climax, NHL odds will see daily shifts, so check this page for updated Stanley Cup predictions and odds as the quest for Lord Stanley's Cup motors on.
NHL Stanley Cup winner predictions 2024
The New York Rangers and Florida Panthers are left to duke it out in the East, while the Dallas Stars will look to put an end to the Edmonton Oilers' run.
NHL playoff series odds
All odds courtesy of bet365 as of 5-30
Edmonton Oilers vs Dallas Stars series odds
Oilers
StarsThe Edmonton Oilers almost blew yet another three-goal lead in Game 7 against the Canucks, but in the words of Elton John, they're still standing. That may not be the case for much longer as the Dallas Stars possess one of the deepest lineups in hockey and have a brick wall in net they've named Jake Oettinger.
The Stars have too much depth for the Oilers to handle, and the battle in net isn't even close. The Canadian Cup drought will continue and Dallas will make their second final in five years.
Pick: Stars to win series (-130)
Pick made on 5-22.
Florida Panthers vs New York Rangers series odds
Panthers
RangersThe Florida Panthers dismantled both the Tampa Bay Lightning and Boston Bruins to get here, and they're favored over the New York Rangers despite no home-ice advantage. The play of Igor Shesterkin cannot go unmentioned and it may turn some people off of betting the Cats, but they just took down both Andrei Vasilevskiy and Jeremy Swayman to get here.
Now I'm not going to sit here and pretend Shesterkin isn't better than both of those netminders, but Florida is plenty capable of winning low-scoring, tight games, and I think their scoring depth and PK will help them win enough to make it to their second-straight Cup Final.
Pick: Panthers to win (-150)
Pick made on 5-22.
Stanley Cup 2023-24 winning Conference odds
Odds as of 5-30.
The Florida Panthers (+230) have the best odds to win the Stanley Cup among Eastern Conference Contenders, while the New York Rangers (+370) have the worst. As for the Western Conference, the Dallas Stars (+230) stand on top, while the Edmonton Oilers are +290.
Pick: Eastern Conference (+100)
Picks made on 4-17.
2023-24 Stanley Cup champion: Canadian teams vs the Field odds
Odds as of 5-30.
If a Canadian team doesn't win this year, it'll mark 31 years since the feat was last accomplished, and the Edmonton Oilers (+260) are the only ones still alive.
As much as I do love the Oilers, I can't see a world where they get through the West. I think teams like Dallas and Vegas are more prepared for a deep playoff run, and I see the Canadian drought continuing.
Pick: Field (-390)
Picks made on 4-17.
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Stanley Cup favorites
- Florida Panthers +250
- Dallas Stars +260
- Edmonton Oilers +275
- New York Rangers +333
Odds courtesy of Sports Interaction.
Stanley Cup Predictions FAQ
The Dallas Stars are currently predicted to win the Stanley Cup.
Aside from the Dallas Stars, the New York Rangers have the best odds among contenders.
As of right now, the Florida Panthers are +130 to beat the New York Rangers in the third round.
Team defense, strength of goaltending, injuries, and playoff experience are good factors to consider when making Stanley Cup predictions.
