2025 NHL Championship Odds
The 2023-24 NHL season concluded with a thrilling finale on Monday, crowning the Florida Panthers as the new Stanley Cup champions after a hard-fought seven-game series against the Edmonton Oilers. Hockey enthusiasts and bettors alike are now eagerly anticipating the next season.
Betting favorites to win Stanley Cup Finals 2024
It’s no surprise that the Panthers (+900) lead the 2025 odds board as favorites, having reached consecutive Stanley Cup Finals. In the 2023-24 season, they dominated with 52 wins, 110 points, and an NHL-best +68 goal differential.
Paul Maurice’s squad looks set to retain its core and make another strong run in 2024-25, making them a justified top pick. Following closely are the Avalanche, Stars, and Oilers (all +1000), the only other teams with odds under +1100. Colorado topped the league with 304 goals and a formidable 31-9-1 home record. Dallas led the Western Conference and ranked second overall with 113 points. Meanwhile, Edmonton, with a +57 goal differential, surged through the playoffs to earn its first finals appearance since 2006.
The Hurricanes (+1100) complete the top five on the futures boards. Carolina finished third in the NHL standings with 111 points in 2023-24 and is reportedly exploring upgrades in goal through trade discussions.
Sports Interaction has wasted no time in setting the early odds for the 2025 Stanley Cup, revealing some intriguing favorites and underdogs. With the Panthers securing their place in history, speculation is already brewing about their chances of repeating next year.
Stanley Cup 2024 Finals NHL champion odds
| Team | Odds |
| Florida Panthers | +900 |
| Colorado Avalanche | +1000 |
| Dallas Stars | +1000 |
| Edmonton Oilers | +1000 |
| Carolina Hurricanes | +1100 |
| Vegas Golden Knights | +1200 |
| New Jersey Devils | +1300 |
| New York Rangers | +1300 |
| Toronto Maple Leafs | +1600 |
| Boston Bruins | +2000 |
| Los Angeles Kings | +2000 |
| Tampa Bay Lightning | +2000 |
| Vancouver Canucks | +2000 |
| Winnipeg Jets | +2200 |
| Minnesota Wild | +3500 |
| Nashville Predators | +3500 |
| Ottawa Senators | +4000 |
| New York Islanders | +4000 |
| St. Louis Blues | +4000 |
| Pittsburgh Penguins | +4000 |
| Detroit Red Wings | +4000 |
| Buffalo Sabres | +5000 |
| Philadelphia Flyers | +5000 |
| Calgary Flames | +6600 |
| Seattle Kraken | +8000 |
| Washington Capitals | +10000 |
| Utah (formerly Arizona) | +10000 |
| Montreal Canadiens | +15000 |
| Columbus Blue Jackets | +25000 |
| Chicago Blackhawks | +30000 |
| Anaheim Ducks | +30000 |
| San Jose Sharks | +30000 |
Reasons Why the Panthers Are Strong Contenders for the 2025 Stanley Cup Finals
After securing back-to-back Eastern Conference titles and a Stanley Cup, analysts are increasingly confident in the Panthers’ potential to establish a dynasty. Despite a projected cap space of around $20 million this summer, which limits flexibility, Florida aims to extend contracts for key players like forward Anton Lundell and potentially another top-line player, likely either F Sam Reinhart or D Brandon Montour.
With the core largely intact and assuming good health, the Panthers appear poised to make another strong push for the Stanley Cup.
