Early 2026 Stanley Cup Odds

The NHL recently completed its annual draft. Although some players, like top pick Matthew Schaefer, will have an immediate impact, it often takes time to develop in the National Hockey League, which is why early 2026 Stanley Cup odds have shown no effects. What teams look poised to lift the Cup in 2026? Check out early 2026 Stanley Cup odds, analysis, and picks.

Odds to Win the 2026 Stanley Cup

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• Edmonton Oilers +650
• Florida Panthers +750
• Colorado Avalanche +800
• Dallas Stars +850
• Carolina Hurricanes +900
• Vegas Golden Knights +1200
• Tampa Bay Lightning +1500
• LA Kings +2000
• Toronto Maple Leafs +2000
• Winnipeg Jets +2200
• Washington Capitals +2800
• New York Rangers +3000
• Ottawa Senators +3300
• Minnesota Wild +3500
• Utah Mammoth +4000
• Vancouver Canucks +5000
• New York Islanders +6600
• Columbus Blue Jackets +8000
• Montreal Canadiens +8000
• Calgary Flames +9000
• Nashville Predators +9000
• Boston Bruins +10000
• Detroit Red Wings +10000
• Philadelphia Flyers +10000
• Anaheim Ducks +15000
• Buffalo Sabres +15000
• Pittsburgh Penguins +20000
• Seattle Kraken +30000
• Chicago Blackhawks +50000
• San Jose Sharks +50000

Top Pick to Win the 2026 Stanley Cup: Edmonton Oilers

This is the year Connor McDavid and Leo Draisaitl take the Cup. McDavid is the best player in the NHL, while Draisaitl has the case to be the second best. But offense won’t be enough for the Oilers, which is why we should expect them to land a star defenseman, or at least more defensive help, in free agency.

The odds suggest that the Oilers will finally get over the hump. Edmonton is destined to be the first Canadian team to win the Stanley

Second Pick to Win the 2026 NBA Championship: Florida Panthers

The Panthers have the chance to build a dynasty. The back-to-back Cup winners recently resigned Stanley Cup Playoffs MVP Sam Bennett to an 8-year extension. Keeping Bennett in the fold is a massive sign that Florida isn’t going anywhere.

It’s going to be tough for the Oilers to regain their status as repeating champs. If you believe Florida has Edmonton’s number, it makes sense to back FL to make it three straight.

Third Pick to Win the 2026 Stanley Cup: Vegas Golden Knights

Vegas couldn’t return to the Stanley Cup series this season. However, the 2023 winners did make a strong run to the playoffs, and then in the postseason, the Golden Knights secured a win over Edmonton after defeating the Wild in six games.

Vegas’s chances rest on a decent free agency, which may or may not happen. Still, it isn’t easy to find a more hospitable place to play hockey than in Las Vegas. The Golden Knights could attract some talent once free agency begins. It won’t take much for this team to challenge the Oilers.

Underdog Pick to Win the 2026 Stanley Cup: LA Kings

20-to-1 odds on the Kings make Los Angeles an overlay. For sure, the Kings must improve in some areas to get past the Oilers or the Knights. It’s possible.

Let’s not forget that in their first-round playoff series versus Edmonton, L.A. went up 2-0. The Oilers won four straight, but the fact Los Angeles played so well so early should give Kings fans hope. Los Angeles has a rich hockey tradition. So, a return to prominence isn’t a question of if but when.

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