Once upon a time, the Chicago Blackhawks were the marquee franchise that continued to beat the Stanley Cup betting odds. Chicago won the Stanley Cup in 2010, 2013, and 2015. Equally important, they were in the hunt every year for a decade. But in the era of the salary cap, it’s impossible to maintain a dynasty. Chicago Blackhawks has fallen on hard times. But that era of sadness will end soon. Cause by the arrival of 1st overall draft pick Connor Bedard. Blackhawk fans are bombarding the franchise for tickets. Lord Stanley’s return to the Windy City is expected.
2023-24 NHL Stanley Cup Championship SBG Odds
| Team | Odds |
|---|---|
| Colorado Avalanche | +800 |
| Boston Bruins | +800 |
| Toronto Maple Leafs | +900 |
| Edmonton Oilers | +1000 |
| Carolina Hurricanes | +1200 |
| New Jersey Devils | +1200 |
| Vegas Golden Knights | +1300 |
| New York Rangers | +1400 |
| Florida Panthers | +1400 |
| Tampa Bay Lightning | +1600 |
| Dallas Stars | +1800 |
| Calgary Flames | +2000 |
| Los Angeles Kings | +2500 |
| Minnesota Wild | +3000 |
| Pittsburgh Penguins | +3000 |
| Seattle Kraken | +4000 |
| St. Louis Blues | +4000 |
| All Other Teams | +4500 or higher |
Bedard Arrives for Blackhawk Return to Power
At the onset, a new era of Blackhawks online betting officially begins with the selection of Connor Bedard. Since Connor McDavid was picked No. 1 by the Edmonton Oilers at the 2015 NHL Draft, there has not been such a coveted prospect until now. Bedard’s best asset is his shot. Additionally, he combines it with elite skating and hockey IQ.
Overall, Bedard has been a star at every level he’s played at. Also, he was the youngest player on almost every team he’s been on. From starring as a 15-year-old in the Western Hockey League to dominating the World Juniors this season at age 17. There’s little doubt Bedard will continue to excel with the NHL betting odds.
Connor Bedard (5-foot-10, 185 pounds) became the first Western Hockey League skater with at least 140 points in 27 seasons. Also, he had a 35-game point streak (44 goals, 46 assists) from Sept. 24 to Feb. 1. He had 20 points (10 goals, 10 assists) in seven WHL playoff games. Thus, he became the first WHL player since 2012 to score at least 10 goals in a single series.
Bedard led all players at the 2023 IIHF World Junior Championship with 23 points (nine goals, 14 assists) in seven games. And he was named the tournament’s top forward and most valuable player. As a result, he helped Canada win a second straight gold medal.
Bedfard is the second player from Regina selected No. 1 in the NHL draft, joining Doug Wickenheiser (Montreal Canadiens, 1980). Previously, the last player from the WHL chosen No. 1 was Red Deer forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins by the Edmonton Oilers in the 2011 NHL Draft.
Leo Carlsson Ducks Up
On the whole, the Anaheim Ducks have done a fantastic job stockpiling young talent. Some of it has already made its way to Anaheim. Namely forwards Trevor Zegras, 22, and Mason McTavish, 20. Now, Leo Carlsson has the chance to be the foundational top-line center their future success revolves around. Correlate that he’s strong and smart, with an elite vision. While his skill set won’t pull you out of your seat, he’s effective in all areas of the game. That profile is similar to Aleksander Barkov of the Florida Panthers.
Carlsson (6-2, 194 pounds) had 25 points (10 goals, 15 assists) and seven power-play goals in 44 games in the Swedish Hockey League. The 18-year-old was named Swedish Junior Hockey Player of the Year. In sum, Carlsson became the seventh Sweden-born player to be chosen among the top three in the NHL draft,