Eastern Conference
The Orient is supposed to be a deeper conference, with the entire field having a case to go together in depth. The high-flying Panthers, who won the President’s Cup for the top record in the league, took the lead.
Bet on Eastern win rate
Odds are courtesy of DraftKings.
- Florida Panthers (+275)
- Toronto Maple Leafs (+450)
- Tampa Flying Lightning (+550)
- Hurricane Carolina (+600)
- Boston Bruins (+800)
- New York Rangers (+800)
- Pittsburgh Penguins (+850)
- Washington Capitals (+1400)
Washington vs Florida
Florida is a favorite from the East, and they will face the lowest hand in the knockout round, the Washington Capitals. Washington may not have Alex Ovechkin to start the series.
Series Winner Betting Odds: Florida -290 | Washington +225
Tampa Bay vs Toronto
The most marketable first series of this year’s playoffs took place in Tampa Bay and Toronto. On one side is the two-time defending champion Lightning, clicked at the right time, and on the other is the explosive Maple Leafs team led by Auston Matthews, one of the brightest young stars in the game.
Series Winner Betting Odds: Toronto -120 | Tampa Bay +100
Boston vs Carolina
The Bruins will face the Hurricanes in the first round, a team they’ve struggled with all season. Both teams have decided the tempo of this season with strong shots and scoring ability. This must be a good series, with the winner having a good chance of progressing to the Conference Finals.
Series Winner Betting Odds: Carolina -115 | Boston -105
Pittsburgh vs New York
The final end of the Eastern Conference playoffs series sees another close game between the Penguins and Rangers. Pittsburgh has a stronger attack, but New York has a better goalkeeper. This will be another great series to join.
Series Winner Betting Odds: Pittsburgh -115 | New York -105
Western Conference
The West is a bit heavier, but the top performing teams are the strongest in the league. Colorado had limped to the finish line but was getting reinforcements at the right time.
Bet on the West win rate
All odds are provided by DraftKings.
- Colorado Avalanche (+130)
- Calgary Flames (+300)
- Minnesota Wild (+800)
- Edmonton Oilers (+800)
- St. Louis Blues (+1000)
- Dallas Stars (+2000)
- Nashville Predator (+2000)
- Los Angeles Kings (+3000)
Nashville vs Colorado
Predator has some great players and has played tough teams this year, but it will be tough for them to get past Avalanche in Round 1, and the odds reflect that.
Series Winner Betting Odds: Colorado -450 | Nashville +360
St. Louis vs Minnesota
The Blues and Wild fought for the final game of the season, a battle that Minnesota won. It’s going to be a great series between two of the best fouls in the league from last month. These teams have seen their high scoring rates this season, so be prepared for goals in this even match.
Series Winner Betting Odds: Minnesota -150 | St. Louis +130
Dallas vs Calgary
The Flames have been one of the best performing teams all season, and many think they have the best chance of bringing the long-awaited Stanley Cup back to Canada. The Stars had some nice synergies, but just couldn’t stand it against Calgary.
Series Winner Betting Odds: Calgary -260 | Dallas +210
Los Angeles vs Edmonton
The Kings took the win to end the regular season, and not many expected to see them here a few weeks ago. The Oilers are led by two of the top centers in the league in Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, and with stronger goals in mind over the long term, they are the favorites to head here.
Series Winner Betting Odds: Edmonton -250 | Los Angeles +200
More on the Stanley Cup to come during the playoffs right here on Yardbarker, including some of the best futures you can bet on Round 1 results.
