2025-26 NHL Stanley Cup Favorites and Underdogs: Early Odds and Predictions
The NHL season has come to a close, but the excitement for the next season is already building up. The oddsmakers at BetMGM have pegged the Edmonton Oilers as the early favorites to win the 2025-26 Stanley Cup, following two consecutive defeats in the final. Teams like Colorado, Dallas, and Carolina are also considered strong contenders for the championship, based on their track record of contending in the past.
Surprisingly, the Toronto Maple Leafs find themselves with the 10th-best odds to win the Cup at +2000, behind teams like New Jersey. The Winnipeg Jets, despite winning the Presidents' Trophy in the previous season, are ranked 11th with odds of +2200. The Ottawa Senators are placed in the middle of the pack with odds of +3300, showing potential for improvement but still a step away from serious contention.
On the other end of the spectrum, the Chicago Blackhawks and San Jose Sharks are seen as the least likely teams to raise the Cup next season, with odds of +50000 each. Both teams had challenging seasons, with the Sharks finishing with the fewest wins and goals in the league. However, the New York Rangers present an intriguing longshot with odds of +3000, boasting offensive talent, an elite goalie, and a new coach, which could lead to a season of contention for the Cup.
As the off-season begins, fans and analysts alike eagerly await the next NHL season to see which team will emerge victorious and claim the coveted Stanley Cup. The anticipation is high, and the competition is fierce, setting the stage for an exciting and unpredictable journey towards hockey glory.