- The Florida Panthers are favored over the Edmonton Oilers in Game 7 on the Stanley Cup Finals.
- Despite being a small underdog, Connor McDavid has all but locked up the Conn Smythe Trophy evident from his -4000 odds.
MIAMI – The Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers are set to face off in a thrilling Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final on Monday. Both teams have shown remarkable resilience and determination throughout the playoffs, making this final match highly anticipated.
Stanley Cup Final Game 7 Odds
Team | Puckline | To Win | Total |
---|---|---|---|
Edmonton Oilers | +1.5 (-285) | -105 | O5.0 (-137) |
Florida Panthers | -1.5 (+235) | -115 | U5.0 (+117) |
The NHL betting odds slightly favor the Panthers due to their depth and experience from last year’s Stanley Cup Final. However, the Oilers’ dynamic duo of McDavid and Draisaitl, combined with their solid special teams, makes them a formidable contender.
Many experts are divided on the outcome, with some leaning towards the Panthers’ experience and others believing in the Oilers’ star power and national support.
For those looking to place bets, legal sportsbooks offer various options for betting on the Stanley Cup Final, including futures, individual game lines, and player awards like the Conn Smythe Trophy, where McDavid is a strong candidate regardless of the series outcome.
Conn Smythe Trophy Odds 2024
- Connor McDavid -4000
- Aleksander Barkov +1200
- Sergei Bobrovsky +6000
For reference, McDavid was -225 to win the award before Game 6.
More On The Series
The Oilers, led by superstars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, have had an impressive run, overcoming the Los Angeles Kings, Vancouver Canucks, and Dallas Stars to reach the final. McDavid leads all postseason scorers with 31 points, while Draisaitl has added 28 points. The Oilers have been strong on special teams, boasting the best power play and penalty kill percentages in the NHL playoffs.
McDavid has -500 odds to score at least one point (goal or assist) in Game 7.
On the other hand, the Panthers, aiming for redemption after last year’s disappointment, have been formidable opponents, defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning, Boston Bruins, and New York Rangers. Matthew Tkachuk has been instrumental for the Panthers, leading the team in assists and points during the playoffs.
Florida’s goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky has also been stellar, posting a 1.89 goals-against average and a .921 save percentage in the conference finals.
This Game 7 promises to be an exciting conclusion to the 2023-24 NHL season, showcasing the best of hockey’s elite teams and players.
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