We’re a few games into the second round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs, and with a multitude of upsets so far, most notably the Florida Panthers eliminating the President’s Trophy-winning Boston Bruins in the first round, the odds have shifted dramatically since the end of the regular season.
Here is an updated look at the odds to win the Stanley Cup, along with a brief analysis on why each team sits where they do.
Updated Odds to Win the Stanley Cup
Stanley Cup Playoffs
Round 2: May 2‑16, 2023
Stanley Cup Final Starts: June 3, 2023
Edmonton Oilers | +300
The Oilers are tied 1-1 in their series with the Vegas Golden Knights, but their offense has been even more potent than we’ve seen in some time. Leon Draisaitl has 13 goals and 18 points in eight games, Connor McDavid and Evan Bouchard are hot on his tail with 15 and 14 points, respectively, and Stuart Skinner appears to be settling in between the pipes.
Stanley Cup Pick: Bet Oilers to Win
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Florida Panthers | +380
The only team on this list with a 3-0 lead in their second-round series, the Panthers have surged gone from clinching a playoff spot on the final day of the regular season then being down 3-1 in the series, with Boston to winning six straight and being the favorites in the Eastern Conference. The Matthew Tkachuk trade looks masterful at this point, and if Sergei Bobrovsky keeps playing at the level that won him Vezina Trophies in 2013 and 2017, the Panthers will be a tough out.
Stanley Cup Pick: Bet Panthers to Win
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Carolina Hurricanes | +400
Carolina’s Cup odds have taken a hit following the injuries to Teuvo Teravainen and Andrei Svechnikov, but that they still are in third on this list speaks volumes about their depth. The Canes are 10-2 at home over the last two postseasons and would have the home-ice advantage over any team remaining in the playoff field.
Stanley Cup Pick: Bet Hurricanes to Win
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Vegas Golden Knights | +750
The Golden Knights were the top team in the Western Conference in the regular season despite an abundance of injuries. They may also be the best defensive team remaining in the playoffs. If they can get by the offensive juggernaut that is the Edmonton Oilers, they’ve got a great chance to go all the way.
Stanley Cup Pick: Bet Golden Knights to Win
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New Jersey Devils | +850
New Jersey is a scrappy young team that is built to remain on this list over the next few years. Though they’re allowing a postseason-best 28.3 shots against per game, they’ve also posted the fewest shots per game of any remaining team. The Devils won their first playoff series in more than a decade in the first round, but playing against a more seasoned Hurricanes squad could be their downfall.
Stanley Cup Pick: Bet Devils to Win
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Dallas Stars | +900
Trailing 2-1 in their series following a 7-2 loss to Seattle on Sunday, Dallas is in familiar territory. They also trailed the Minnesota Wild 2-1 in the first round before winning the series in six games. Miro Heiskanen took a puck to the face in the second period and did not return. If he’s out long-term, it may be time to fade the Stars.
Stanley Cup Pick: Bet Stars to Win
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Seattle Kraken | +1100
The Kraken have a 2-1 series lead with Game Four in their home barn, so there may be some value here at +1100. Phillip Grubauer is a man on a mission in net and has a .918 playoff save percentage after posting an .895 rate in the regular season. An amazing 19 skaters have recorded a point so far, so while Seattle may not have the same top-end talent, the balanced roster can still cause problems for opponents.
Stanley Cup Pick: Bet Kraken to Win
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Toronto Maple Leafs | +2500
After 19 seasons, the Maple Leafs FINALLY won a playoff series and advanced to the second round, only to immediately face a 3-0 series deficit, having dropped the first two at home. With a few days off, Toronto will have plenty of time to refocus and regroup to keep their season alive, but it’s hard to see a path to winning the Cup, let alone making it out of the second round.
Stanley Cup Pick: Bet Maple Leafs to Win
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