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 1 action continues.
As the 2024 NHL playoffs heat up, 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 Carolina Hurricanes have been white hot since the return of Frederik Andersen, and they seem to be piecing things together at the right time. Hot goaltending is key to a long playoff run, and as long as Andersen stays healthy the Canes have a serious chance of breaking through.
Speaking of hot goaltending, no team would want to face a hot Jake Oettinger with how well the Dallas Stars are stacked in front of him. It's already been four years since Dallas last made it to the Cup Final, but this team has everything needed to get through the blood bath that is the Western Conference.
NHL playoff series odds
| Team | To win | To win in 4 | To win in 5 | To win in 6 | To win in 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 New York Islanders |
+1,000 | N/A | N/A | +3,300 | +1,800 |
 Carolina Hurricanes |
-2,000 | +155 | +175 | +450 | +800 |
Give credit where it's due, the New York Islanders turned their season around at the right time and were able to secure the third spot in the Metro Division. Unfortunately for them, the Carolina Hurricanes have also amped up their play since the deadline, and to put it bluntly, they're the superior team. Ilya Sorokin may steal a game or two from the Canes, but he won't be able to steal four.
Pick: Hurricanes to win in 6 (+350)
| Team | To win | To win in 5 | To win in 6 | To win in 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Toronto Maple Leafs |
-105 | +650 | +375 | +425 |
 Boston Bruins |
-115 | +525 | +375 | +350 |
Good news Maple Leafs fans, you don't have to play the Lightning! Bad news Maple Leaf fans... you have to play the Bruins.
Boston has the superior goaltending and will be able to bully the Leafs despite Ryan Reaves' best efforts. However, the Leafs are no slouches, and they have plenty of firepower that will prolong the inevitable, only to let down their fanbase once more. But hey, Matthews is going for 70!
Pick: Bruins in 7 (+425)
| Team | To win | To win in 4 | To win in 5 | To win in 6 | To win in 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Tampa Bay Lightning |
+320 | N/A | +1,500 | +850 | +800 |
 Florida Panthers |
-400 | +400 | +260 | +400 | +450 |
The Panthers are good, like really good. Strong defense, capable scorers, goaltender that possesses the ability to transform into a brick wall... check, check, and check! The Cats have all that's needed for a Stanley Cup run, and the Bolts just aren't the same dominant team we've seen in recent years. Florida hockey may have a new champ in town come June.
Pick: Panthers to win series (-170)
| Team | To win | To win in 4 | To win in 5 | To win in 6 | To win in 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Washington Capitals |
+650 | N/A | +4,000 | +2,000 | +1,400 |
 New York Rangers |
-1,000 | +260 | +190 | +350 | +550 |
I will now ask everyone to please rise and give a round of applause for the Washington Capitals, as they now hold the honor of being the most dogshit team to grace the NHL postseason in the modern era. Need proof, then look no further than Washington's best odds in the 'series correct score' market being to win in seven... at +1,000. And if that doesn't convince you, maybe their -37 goal differential will.
Get out the brooms, boys; we got ourselves a first-round sweep.
Pick: Rangers to win in 4 (+400)
| Team | To win | To win in 4 | To win in 5 | To win in 6 | To win in 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Winnipeg Jets |
-160 | +750 | +425 | +450 | +425 |
 Colorado Avalanche |
+135 | N/A | +550 | +400 | +450 |
The Colorado Avalanche were amongst the top teams in the Central Division for much of the season, but somewhere in the last 10 games, they blew a tire and lost home-ice advantage in Round 1. This could be the undoing of the Avs as the Jets have Vezina favorite Connor Hellebuyck between the pipes, and he's played just a tad better than whatever the hell Alexander Georgiev has been doing.
Colorado's offense has bailed out the netminder's mediocre play for much of the season, but when things get tight in the playoffs that won't be the case.
Pick: Jets to win series (+110)
| Team | To win | To win in 4 | To win in 5 | To win in 6 | To win in 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Nashville Predators |
+220 | N/A | +1,400 | +750 | +650 |
 Vancouver Canucks |
-270 | +450 | +280 | +425 | +450 |
The story of the Vancouver Canucks is an interesting one. From overperforming as a young team during the COVID run, stinking it up for the next few years, then nearly winning the Presidents' Trophy. I just don't buy into the hype of Vancouver and think Nashville has a real chance of pulling off the upset. Juuse Saros in the playoff atmosphere is scary hours, and Nashville has enough weapons to keep up with the Canucks.
Pick: Predators to win (+125)
Odds courtesy of bet365 as of 4-23.
Picks made on 4-17.
Stanley Cup 2023-24 winning Conference odds
Odds as of 4-23.
The Carolina Hurricanes (+650) have the best odds to win the Stanley Cup among Eastern Conference Contenders, while the Philadelphia Flyers (+55,000) have the worst. As for the Western Conference, the Dallas Stars (+800) stand on top while the Nashville Predators (+3,700) odds aren't as great.
I mean, let's be honest, there's a pretty damn good reason why the West is favored here. Just about every contender loaded up at the deadline, and we're about to witness a war. All of that just for the Carolina Hurricanes to pick up the scraps of whoever is left.
Pick: Eastern Conference (+100)
Picks made on 4-17.
2023-24 Stanley Cup champion: Canadian teams vs the Field odds
Odds as of 4-23.
If a Canadian team doesn't win this year, it'll mark 31 years since the feat was last accomplished, but the Edmonton Oilers (+850) have the best chance to end that drought — unlike the Winnipeg Jets (+1,500).
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
- Carolina Hurricanes +450
- Edmonton Oilers +600
- Florida Panthers +650
- New York Rangers +700
- Vegas Golden Knights +1,000
- Dallas Stars +1,200
- Colorado Avalanche +1,300
- Vancouver Canucks +1,300
Odds courtesy of Sports Interaction.
Stanley Cup Predictions FAQ
The Carolina Hurricanes are currently predicted to win the Stanley Cup.
Aside from the Carolina Hurricanes, the Dallas Stars and Florida Panthers have the best odds among contenders.
As of right now, the Toronto Maple Leafs are -105 to beat the Boston Bruins in the first round.
Team defense, strength of goaltending, injuries, and playoff experience are good factors to consider when making Stanley Cup predictions.
