Stanley Cup odds – Favorites don’t always win it all
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- Detroit Red Wings favored to win Stanley Cup
- Vancouver Canucks offer good value at +500
- Carolina Hurricanes are a dark horse at +1100
As we enter the second round of the NHL playoffs, those who bet sports know that the field of 16 has been slashed in half. The pretenders have been separated from the contenders and we’re left with a tight list for the Stanley Cup odds.
The Stanley Cup odds are posted below for the remaining teams:
- ANAHEIM DUCKS +700
- BOSTON BRUINS +300
- CAROLINA HURRICANES +1100
- CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS +600
- DETROIT RED WINGS +175
- PITTSBURGH PENGUINS +710
- VANCOUVER CANUCKS +500
- WASHINGTON CAPITALS +385
It’s hard to argue with the Detroit Red Wings when betting the Stanley Cup odds. They looked dominant in round one, and with the San Jose Sharks out of the way, the Red Wings are easily the most popular bet on the Stanley Cup odds.
But Detroit will have to deal with the Anaheim Ducks, who have seemingly come to life in the playoffs. Behind the super play of net minder Jonas Hiller, the Ducks appear ready to make a run themselves. While many people perceive their first-round victory to be more of a Sharks choke than a Ducks win, the Ducks should get plenty of credit for their win.
The Stanley Cup odds in the sportsbook are up for every single team but not all of them have a serious chance at winning. The Chicago Blackhawks are too young to end up drinking from the Cup while the Washington Capitals also look a little weak after barely advancing past the New York Rangers in round one.
One team that does offer good value on the Stanley Cup odds is the Vancouver Canucks. The Canucks have the goaltending, defense and just enough scoring to get it done. As we all know, goaltending is the key to a Stanley Cup run and Roberto Luongo is the best goaltender left among the eight playoff teams.
While the Carolina Hurricanes are the longest shot on the Stanley Cup odds and the only team beyond 10-to-1 odds, they are one of the hottest teams right now. Goalie Cam Ward has taken the team on his back and with a virtually anonymous roster, the Canes have what it takes to surprise. Just because they don’t have a lot of brand names doesn’t mean that they can’t cash in for you on the Stanley Cup odds. Remember, they’ve done it before.
Don Melrose’s Pick: Bet on the Red Wings to win it all. While they are the favorites on the Stanley Cup odds, they are the most complete team remaining in the playoffs.
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Who better to offer great sports betting and hockey tips than a native Canadian? Like any good Canuck, Don Melrose eats, sleeps, breathes and bets hockey, making him the perfect NHL handicapper. Thoughts or questions? Email Comments@BetOnline.com.
