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NHL 2024-25 Info
- Dates: October 4, 2024 – April 17, 2025
- Playoffs: TBC
- Stanley Cup final: Starts June 9, 2025
- Season kicks off - Buffalo Sabres vs. New Jersey Devils: October 4, 2024
- First North American match - Boston Bruins vs. Chicago Blackhawks: October 8, 2024
- NHL Frozen Frenzy with all 32 teams playing on the one night: October 22, 2024
- Annual NHL Winter Classic outdoor match - Chicago Blackhawks vs. St. Louis Blues: December 31, 2024
- NHL Stadium Series game - Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Detroit Red Wings: March 1, 2025
- Season concludes: April 17, 2025
The puck has dropped for the 2024-25 NHL season and with it comes exciting opportunities for punters everywhere.
Follow along here at TAB NZ for all the latest NHL betting odds and hockey markets, plus detailed info on the key players to watch and all games across the Eastern and Western Conferences this season.
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NHL Fast Facts
- Name: National Hockey League (NHL)
- Founded: November 26, 1917 in Montreal, Canada
- Number of teams: 32 teams across two conferences (Eastern, Western) and four divisions (Atlantic, Metropolitan, Central, Pacific)
- Season matches: 82 per team
- Championship match: The Stanley Cup
- Playoffs: 16 teams qualify for an elimination tournament with the best two playing off in the Stanley Cup
- Most Stanley Cup wins: The Montreal Canadiens (24)
- Reigning Stanley Cup winners: Florida Panthers (2024)
Overview of the NHL 2025 Season
With the 2024-25 edition of the NHL underway, get familiar with all the important dates, match schedules, teams and players across both the Eastern and Western Conferences.
Who will win the Stanley Cup this year? Follow along with us at TAB NZ as we dive into all the key dates, details and NHL betting tips.
What does the NHL stand for?
The NHL, or National Hockey League, is the premier ice hockey league in the world, where the best players lace up their skates and hit the ice.
Founded in 1917, the NHL has grown into a high-stakes, fast-paced league with 32 teams battling it out for the coveted Stanley Cup.
For sports punters, the NHL offers a thrilling array of opportunities, from betting on power plays and hat tricks to predicting the outcome of sudden-death overtime. With its blend of skill, speed, and physicality, the NHL is a slapshot of excitement, making every game a potential game-winner for fans.
Whether you’re wagering on the puck line or the next Stanly Cup winner, the NHL’s dynamic and unpredictable nature ensures that there’s never a dull moment on the ice, and the best place to get in on the action is at the TAB NZ!
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2024/25 NHL Tips
Favourites for the title: Edmonton Oilers
The Edmonton Oilers are early favourites to win the next Stanley Cup thanks to their dynamic duo of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, whose unmatched skill and chemistry on the ice make them a formidable force capable of leading the team to ultimate glory!
Value contenders for the title: Toronto Maple Leafs
The team boasts a potent offensive lineup led by Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner, and William Nylander, who can all change the game in an instant. Additionally, their new coach, Craig Berube, brings a no-nonsense approach that has already started to improve their defensive play. If they can maintain their current form and continue to build on their strengths, they have a real chance to end their long championship drought and lift the Stanley Cup for the first time since 1967.
Underdogs not to discount: Winnipeg Jets / Washington Capitals
The Jets have been dominating the league with a strong offense and solid goaltending, making them a dark horse worth considering. Another interesting value pick is the Washington Capitals. They’ve made significant roster improvements and have started the season strong, positioning themselves as a potential surprise contender.
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Past NHL Champions
See below for a complete list of past NHL champions dating back to 1927 complete with the winning and losing teams, coaches, Stanly Cup game results and winning goals.
| Year | Winning team | Coach | Games | Losing team | Coach | Winning goal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD | |
| 2024 | Florida Panthers (EC) (3, 1–2) | Paul Maurice | 4–3 | Edmonton Oilers (WC) (8, 5–3) | Kris Knoblauch | Sam Reinhart (15:11, second) |
| 2023 | Vegas Golden Knights (WC) (2, 1–1) | Bruce Cassidy | 4–1 | Florida Panthers (EC) (2, 0–2) | Paul Maurice | Reilly Smith (12:13, second) |
| 2022 | Colorado Avalanche (WC) (3, 3–0) | Jared Bednar | 4–2 | Tampa Bay Lightning (EC) (5, 3–2) | Jon Cooper | Artturi Lehkonen (12:28, second) |
| 2021 | Tampa Bay Lightning (4, 3–1) | Jon Cooper | 4–1 | Montreal Canadiens (35, 24–10) | Dominique Ducharme (interim) | Ross Colton (13:27, second) |
| 2020 | Tampa Bay Lightning (EC) (3, 2–1) | Jon Cooper | 4–2 | Dallas Stars (WC) (5, 1–4) | Rick Bowness (interim) | Brayden Point (12:23, first) |
| 2019 | St. Louis Blues (WC) (4, 1–3) | Craig Berube (interim) | 4–3 | Boston Bruins (EC) (20, 6–14) | Bruce Cassidy | Alex Pietrangelo (19:52, first) |
| 2018 | Washington Capitals (EC) (2, 1–1) | Barry Trotz | 4–1 | Vegas Golden Knights (WC) (1, 0–1) | Gerard Gallant | Lars Eller (12:23, third) |
| 2017 | Pittsburgh Penguins (EC) (6, 5–1) | Mike Sullivan | 4–2 | Nashville Predators (WC) (1, 0–1) | Peter Laviolette | Patric Hornqvist (18:25, third) |
| 2016 | Pittsburgh Penguins (EC) (5, 4–1) | Mike Sullivan | 4–2 | San Jose Sharks (WC) (1, 0–1) | Peter DeBoer | Kris Letang (7:46, second) |
| 2015 | Chicago Blackhawks (WC) (13, 6–7) | Joel Quenneville | 4–2 | Tampa Bay Lightning (EC) (2, 1–1) | Jon Cooper | Duncan Keith (17:13, second) |
| 2014 | Los Angeles Kings (WC) (3, 2–1) | Darryl Sutter | 4–1 | New York Rangers (EC) (11, 4–7) | Alain Vigneault | Alec Martinez (14:43, second OT) |
| 2013 | Chicago Blackhawks (WC) (12, 5–7) | Joel Quenneville | 4–2 | Boston Bruins (EC) (19, 6–13) | Claude Julien | Dave Bolland (19:01, third) |
| 2012 | Los Angeles Kings (WC) (2, 1–1) | Darryl Sutter | 4–2 | New Jersey Devils (EC) (5, 3–2) | Peter DeBoer | Jeff Carter (12:45, first) |
| 2011 | Boston Bruins (EC) (18, 6–12) | Claude Julien | 4–3 | Vancouver Canucks (WC) (3, 0–3) | Alain Vigneault | Patrice Bergeron (14:37, first) |
| 2010 | Chicago Blackhawks (WC) (11, 4–7) | Joel Quenneville | 4–2 | Philadelphia Flyers (EC) (8, 2–6) | Peter Laviolette | Patrick Kane (4:06, OT) |
| 2009 | Pittsburgh Penguins (EC) (4, 3–1) | Dan Bylsma | 4–3 | Detroit Red Wings (WC) (24, 11–13) | Mike Babcock | Maxime Talbot (10:07, second) |
| 2008 | Detroit Red Wings (WC) (23, 11–12) | Mike Babcock | 4–2 | Pittsburgh Penguins (EC) (3, 2–1) | Michel Therrien | Henrik Zetterberg (7:36, third) |
| 2007 | Anaheim Ducks (WC) (2, 1–1) | Randy Carlyle | 4–1 | Ottawa Senators (EC) (1, 0–1) | Bryan Murray | Travis Moen (15:44, second) |
| 2006 | Carolina Hurricanes (EC) (2, 1–1) | Peter Laviolette | 4–3 | Edmonton Oilers (WC) (7, 5–2) | Craig MacTavish | Frantisek Kaberle (4:18, second) |
| 2005 | Season cancelled due to the 2004–05 NHL lockout | |||||
| 2004 | Tampa Bay Lightning (EC) (1, 1–0) | John Tortorella | 4–3 | Calgary Flames (WC) (3, 1–2) | Darryl Sutter | Ruslan Fedotenko (14:38, second) |
| 2003 | New Jersey Devils (EC) (4, 3–1) | Pat Burns | 4–3 | Mighty Ducks of Anaheim (WC) (1, 0–1) | Mike Babcock | Michael Rupp (2:22, second) |
| 2002 | Detroit Red Wings (WC) (22, 10–12) | Scotty Bowman | 4–1 | Carolina Hurricanes (EC) (1, 0–1) | Paul Maurice | Brendan Shanahan (14:04, second) |
| 2001 | Colorado Avalanche (WC) (2, 2–0) | Bob Hartley | 4–3 | New Jersey Devils (EC) (3, 2–1) | Larry Robinson | Alex Tanguay (4:57, second) |
| 2000 | New Jersey Devils (EC) (2, 2–0) | Larry Robinson (interim) | 4–2 | Dallas Stars (WC) (4, 1–3) | Ken Hitchcock | Jason Arnott (8:20, second OT) |
| 1999 | Dallas Stars (WC) (3, 1–2) | Ken Hitchcock | 4–2 | Buffalo Sabres (EC) (2, 0–2) | Lindy Ruff | Brett Hull (14:51, third OT) |
| 1998 | Detroit Red Wings (WC) (21, 9–12) | Scotty Bowman | 4–0 | Washington Capitals (EC) (1, 0–1) | Ron Wilson | Martin Lapointe (2:26, second) |
| 1997 | Detroit Red Wings (WC) (20, 8–12) | Scotty Bowman | 4–0 | Philadelphia Flyers (EC) (7, 2–5) | Terry Murray | Darren McCarty (13:02, second) |
| 1996 | Colorado Avalanche (WC) (1, 1–0) | Marc Crawford | 4–0 | Florida Panthers (EC) (1, 0–1) | Doug MacLean | Uwe Krupp (4:31, third OT) |
| 1995 | New Jersey Devils (EC) (1, 1–0) | Jacques Lemaire | 4–0 | Detroit Red Wings (WC) (19, 7–12) | Scotty Bowman | Neal Broten (7:56, second) |
| 1994 | New York Rangers (EC) (10, 4–6) | Mike Keenan | 4–3 | Vancouver Canucks (WC) (2, 0–2) | Pat Quinn | Mark Messier (13:29, second) |
| 1993 | Montreal Canadiens (PW) (34, 24–9) | Jacques Demers | 4–1 | Los Angeles Kings (CC) (1, 0–1) | Barry Melrose | Kirk Muller (3:51, second) |
| 1992 | Pittsburgh Penguins (PW) (2, 2–0) | Scotty Bowman | 4–0 | Chicago Blackhawks (CC) (10, 3–7) | Mike Keenan | Ron Francis (7:59, third) |
| 1991 | Pittsburgh Penguins (PW) (1, 1–0) | Bob Johnson | 4–2 | Minnesota North Stars (CC) (2, 0–2) | Bob Gainey | Ulf Samuelsson (2:00, first) |
| 1990 | Edmonton Oilers (CC) (6, 5–1) | John Muckler | 4–1 | Boston Bruins (PW) (17, 5–12) | Mike Milbury | Craig Simpson (9:31, second) |
| 1989 | Calgary Flames (CC) (2, 1–1) | Terry Crisp | 4–2 | Montreal Canadiens (PW) (33, 23–9) | Pat Burns | Doug Gilmour (11:02, third) |
| 1988 | Edmonton Oilers (CC) (5, 4–1) | Glen Sather | 4–0 | Boston Bruins (PW) (16, 5–11) | Terry O’Reilly | Wayne Gretzky (9:44, second) |
| 1987 | Edmonton Oilers (CC) (4, 3–1) | Glen Sather | 4–3 | Philadelphia Flyers (PW) (6, 2–4) | Mike Keenan | Jari Kurri (14:59, second) |
| 1986 | Montreal Canadiens (PW) (32, 23–8) | Jean Perron | 4–1 | Calgary Flames (CC) (1, 0–1) | Bob Johnson | Bobby Smith (10:30, third) |
| 1985 | Edmonton Oilers (CC) (3, 2–1) | Glen Sather | 4–1 | Philadelphia Flyers (PW) (5, 2–3) | Mike Keenan | Paul Coffey (17:57, first) |
| 1984 | Edmonton Oilers (CC) (2, 1–1) | Glen Sather | 4–1 | New York Islanders (PW) (5, 4–1) | Al Arbour | Ken Linseman (0:38, second) |
| 1983 | New York Islanders (PW) (4, 4–0) | Al Arbour | 4–0 | Edmonton Oilers (CC) (1, 0–1) | Glen Sather | Mike Bossy (12:39, first) |
| 1982 | New York Islanders (PW) (3, 3–0) | Al Arbour | 4–0 | Vancouver Canucks (CC) (1, 0–1) | Roger Neilson | Mike Bossy (5:00, second) |
| 1981 | New York Islanders (CC) (2, 2–0) | Al Arbour | 4–1 | Minnesota North Stars (PW) (1, 0–1) | Glen Sonmor | Wayne Merrick (5:37, first) |
| 1980 | New York Islanders (CC) (1, 1–0) | Al Arbour | 4–2 | Philadelphia Flyers (CC) (4, 2–2) | Pat Quinn | Bob Nystrom (7:11, OT) |
| 1979 | Montreal Canadiens (PW) (31, 22–8) | Scotty Bowman | 4–1 | New York Rangers (CC) (9, 3–6) | Fred Shero | Jacques Lemaire (1:02, second) |
| 1978 | Montreal Canadiens (PW) (30, 21–8) | Scotty Bowman | 4–2 | Boston Bruins (PW) (15, 5–10) | Don Cherry | Mario Tremblay (9:20, first) |
| 1977 | Montreal Canadiens (PW) (29, 20–8) | Scotty Bowman | 4–0 | Boston Bruins (PW) (14, 5–9) | Don Cherry | Jacques Lemaire (4:32, OT) |
| 1976 | Montreal Canadiens (PW) (28, 19–8) | Scotty Bowman | 4–0 | Philadelphia Flyers (CC) (3, 2–1) | Fred Shero | Guy Lafleur (14:18, third) |
| 1975 | Philadelphia Flyers (CC) (2, 2–0) | Fred Shero | 4–2 | Buffalo Sabres (PW) (1, 0–1) | Floyd Smith | Bob Kelly (0:11, third) |
| 1974 | Philadelphia Flyers (W) (1, 1–0) | Fred Shero | 4–2 | Boston Bruins (E) (13, 5–8) | Bep Guidolin | Rick MacLeish (14:48, first) |
| 1973 | Montreal Canadiens (E) (27, 18–8) | Scotty Bowman | 4–2 | Chicago Black Hawks (W) (9, 3–6) | Billy Reay | Yvan Cournoyer (8:13, third) |
| 1972 | Boston Bruins (E) (12, 5–7) | Tom Johnson | 4–2 | New York Rangers (E) (8, 3–5) | Emile Francis | Bobby Orr (11:18, first) |
| 1971 | Montreal Canadiens (E) (26, 17–8) | Al MacNeil | 4–3 | Chicago Black Hawks (W) (8, 3–5) | Billy Reay | Henri Richard (2:34, third) |
| 1970 | Boston Bruins (E) (11, 4–7) | Harry Sinden | 4–0 | St. Louis Blues (W) (3, 0–3) | Scotty Bowman | Bobby Orr (0:40, OT) |
| 1969 | Montreal Canadiens (E) (25, 16–8) | Claude Ruel | 4–0 | St. Louis Blues (W) (2, 0–2) | Scotty Bowman | John Ferguson (3:02, third) |
| 1968 | Montreal Canadiens (E) (24, 15–8) | Toe Blake | 4–0 | St. Louis Blues (W) (1, 0–1) | Scotty Bowman | J. C. Tremblay (11:40, third) |
| 1967 | Toronto Maple Leafs (21, 13–8) | Punch Imlach | 4–2 | Montreal Canadiens (23, 14–8) | Toe Blake | Jim Pappin (19:24, second) |
| 1966 | Montreal Canadiens (22, 14–7) | Toe Blake | 4–2 | Detroit Red Wings (18, 7–11) | Sid Abel | Henri Richard (2:20, OT) |
| 1965 | Montreal Canadiens (21, 13–7) | Toe Blake | 4–3 | Chicago Black Hawks (7, 3–4) | Billy Reay | Jean Beliveau (0:14, first) |
| 1964 | Toronto Maple Leafs (20, 12–8) | Punch Imlach | 4–3 | Detroit Red Wings (17, 7–10) | Sid Abel | Andy Bathgate (3:04, first) |
| 1963 | Toronto Maple Leafs (19, 11–8) | Punch Imlach | 4–1 | Detroit Red Wings (16, 7–9) | Sid Abel | Eddie Shack (13:28, third) |
| 1962 | Toronto Maple Leafs (18, 10–8) | Punch Imlach | 4–2 | Chicago Black Hawks (6, 3–3) | Rudy Pilous | Dick Duff (14:14, third) |
| 1961 | Chicago Black Hawks (5, 3–2) | Rudy Pilous | 4–2 | Detroit Red Wings (15, 7–8) | Sid Abel | Ab McDonald (18:49, second) |
| 1960 | Montreal Canadiens (20, 12–7) | Toe Blake | 4–0 | Toronto Maple Leafs (17, 9–8) | Punch Imlach | Jean Beliveau (8:16, first) |
| 1959 | Montreal Canadiens (19, 11–7) | Toe Blake | 4–1 | Toronto Maple Leafs (16, 9–7) | Punch Imlach | Marcel Bonin (9:55, second) |
| 1958 | Montreal Canadiens (18, 10–7) | Toe Blake | 4–2 | Boston Bruins (10, 3–7) | Milt Schmidt | Bernie Geoffrion (19:26, second) |
| 1957 | Montreal Canadiens (17, 9–7) | Toe Blake | 4–1 | Boston Bruins (9, 3–6) | Milt Schmidt | Dickie Moore (0:14, second) |
| 1956 | Montreal Canadiens (16, 8–7) | Toe Blake | 4–1 | Detroit Red Wings (14, 7–7) | Jimmy Skinner | Maurice Richard (15:08, second) |
| 1955 | Detroit Red Wings (13, 7–6) | Jimmy Skinner | 4–3 | Montreal Canadiens (15, 7–7) | Dick Irvin | Gordie Howe (19:49, second) |
| 1954 | Detroit Red Wings (12, 6–6) | Tommy Ivan | 4–3 | Montreal Canadiens (14, 7–6) | Dick Irvin | Tony Leswick (4:20, OT) |
| 1953 | Montreal Canadiens (13, 7–5) | Dick Irvin | 4–1 | Boston Bruins (8, 3–5) | Lynn Patrick | Elmer Lach (1:22, OT) |
| 1952 | Detroit Red Wings (11, 5–6) | Tommy Ivan | 4–0 | Montreal Canadiens (12, 6–5) | Dick Irvin | Metro Prystai (6:50, first) |
| 1951 | Toronto Maple Leafs (15, 9–6) | Joe Primeau | 4–1 | Montreal Canadiens (11, 6–4) | Dick Irvin | Bill Barilko (2:53, OT) |
| 1950 | Detroit Red Wings (10, 4–6) | Tommy Ivan | 4–3 | New York Rangers (7, 3–4) | Lynn Patrick | Pete Babando (8:31, second OT) |
| 1949 | Toronto Maple Leafs (14, 8–6) | Hap Day | 4–0 | Detroit Red Wings (9, 3–6) | Tommy Ivan | Cal Gardner (19:45, second) |
| 1948 | Toronto Maple Leafs (13, 7–6) | Hap Day | 4–0 | Detroit Red Wings (8, 3–5) | Tommy Ivan | Harry Watson (11:13, first) |
| 1947 | Toronto Maple Leafs (12, 6–6) | Hap Day | 4–2 | Montreal Canadiens (10, 6–3) | Dick Irvin | Ted Kennedy (14:39, third) |
| 1946 | Montreal Canadiens (9, 6–2) | Dick Irvin | 4–1 | Boston Bruins (7, 3–4) | Dit Clapper | Toe Blake (11:06, third) |
| 1945 | Toronto Maple Leafs (11, 5–6) | Hap Day | 4–3 | Detroit Red Wings (7, 3–4) | Jack Adams | Babe Pratt (12:14, third) |
| 1944 | Montreal Canadiens (8, 5–2) | Dick Irvin | 4–0 | Chicago Black Hawks (4, 2–2) | Paul Thompson | Toe Blake (9:12, OT) |
| 1943 | Detroit Red Wings (6, 3–3) | Jack Adams | 4–0 | Boston Bruins (6, 3–3) | Art Ross | Joe Carveth (12:09, first) |
| 1942 | Toronto Maple Leafs (10, 4–6) | Hap Day | 4–3 | Detroit Red Wings (5, 2–3) | Jack Adams | Pete Langelle (9:48, third) |
| 1941 | Boston Bruins (5, 3–2) | Cooney Weiland | 4–0 | Detroit Red Wings (4, 2–2) | Jack Adams | Bobby Bauer (8:43, second) |
| 1940 | New York Rangers (6, 3–3) | Frank Boucher | 4–2 | Toronto Maple Leafs (9, 3–6) | Dick Irvin | Bryan Hextall (2:07, OT) |
| 1939 | Boston Bruins (4, 2–2) | Art Ross | 4–1 | Toronto Maple Leafs (8, 3–5) | Dick Irvin | Roy Conacher (17:54, second) |
| 1938 | Chicago Black Hawks (A) (3, 2–1) | Bill Stewart | 3–1 | Toronto Maple Leafs (C) (7, 3–4) | Dick Irvin | Carl Voss (16:45, second) |
| 1937 | Detroit Red Wings (A) (3, 2–1) | Jack Adams | 3–2 | New York Rangers (A) (5, 2–3) | Lester Patrick | Marty Barry (19:22, first) |
| 1936 | Detroit Red Wings (A) (2, 1–1) | Jack Adams | 3–1 | Toronto Maple Leafs (C) (6, 3–3) | Dick Irvin | Pete Kelly (9:45, third) |
| 1935 | Montreal Maroons (C) (2, 2–1) | Tommy Gorman | 3–0 | Toronto Maple Leafs (C) (5, 3–2) | Dick Irvin | Baldy Northcott (16:18, second) |
| 1934 | Chicago Black Hawks (A) (2, 1–1) | Tommy Gorman | 3–1 | Detroit Red Wings (A) (1, 0–1) | Jack Adams | Mush March (10:05, second OT) |
| 1933 | New York Rangers (A) (4, 2–2) | Lester Patrick | 3–1 | Toronto Maple Leafs (C) (4, 3–1) | Dick Irvin | Bill Cook (7:34, OT) |
| 1932 | Toronto Maple Leafs (C) (3, 3–0) | Dick Irvin | 3–0 | New York Rangers (A) (3, 1–2) | Lester Patrick | Ace Bailey (15:07, third) |
| 1931 | Montreal Canadiens (C) (7, 4–2) | Cecil Hart | 3–2 | Chicago Black Hawks (A) (1, 0–1) | Dick Irvin | Johnny Gagnon (9:59, second) |
| 1930 | Montreal Canadiens (C) (6, 3–2) | Cecil Hart | 2–0 | Boston Bruins (A) (3, 1–2) | Art Ross | Howie Morenz (1:00, second) |
| 1929 | Boston Bruins (A) (2, 1–1) | Art Ross | 2–0 | New York Rangers (A) (2, 1–1) | Lester Patrick | Bill Carson (18:02, third) |
| 1928 | New York Rangers (A) (1, 1–0) | Lester Patrick-playing | 3–2 | Montreal Maroons (C) (2, 1–1) | Eddie Gerard | Frank Boucher (3:35, third) |
| 1927 | Ottawa Senators (C) (5, 4–1) | Dave Gill | 2–0 | Boston Bruins (A) (1, 0–1) | Art Ross | Cy Denneny (7:30, second) |
Teams and Players to Watch
While we watch the 2024-25 NHL season unfold, a good way to get a gauge on team performance is by looking at results from the most recent season. These recent standings can help give you a sense of the quality and potential of teams in this current season.
Teams to watch:
Here are the top four NHL teams from each conference division in the 2023-24 season.
Eastern – Atlantic
- Florida Panthers
- Boston Bruins
- Toronto Maple Leafs
- Tampa Bay Lightning
Eastern – Metropolitan
- New York Rangers
- Carolina Hurricanes
- New York Islanders
- Washington Capitals
Western – Central
- Dallas Stars
- Winnipeg Jets
- Colorado Avalanche
- Nashville Predators
Western – Pacific
- Vancouver Canucks
- Edmonton Oilers
- Los Angeles Kings
- Vegas Golden Knights
Top Teams
Across the four divisions, defending champions from last season, the Vegas Golden Knights teams, are predicted to do well again this year, with many suggesting they could win the Stanley Cup. Other teams to watch across the season include the Colorado Avalanche, Carolina Hurricanes, and Edmonton Oilers. The Boston Bruins are another team to watch this year.
Players to watch
If you’re thinking of NHL betting on individual player markets – including goals scored during matches, season performance and any of the NHL player trophies – keep recent performance in mind.
Here are some key players to watch in season 2024-25:
- Nikita Kucherov: 2023-24 Art Ross Trophy winner (most points scored). This Russian import is one of the most damaging offensive players in the league and has been gaining a reputation over the past decade. One of Tampa Bay Lightning’s most important players.
- Connor Bedard: 2023-24 Calder Memorial Trophy winner (rookie of the year). The top draft pick in 2023 is primed to continue his rapid rise in the NHL after a scintillating rookie season for the Chicago Blackhawks.
- Nathan MacKinnon: 2023-24 Hart Memorial Trophy winner (season MVP). Since being selected as the 2013 number one draft pick, MacKinnon has made big strides in the NHL and is predicted to rise again after a Hart Memorial Trophy-winning season in 2023.
- Connor McDavid: 2023-24 Conn Smythe Trophy (playoffs MVP). It’s a combination of speed and skill that makes Connor McDavid one of the very best and his game will be a big reason why the Edmonton Oilers challenge again in 2024/25.
NHL Betting Odds
In the NHL, the main odds for a match (the head to head bet) reflect a range of factors. Typically, this will include past matchups between the teams, the performance of both teams that season, as well as other factors. There are also betting odds for every market and bet type, which get more specific.
When you’re placing a bet, odds can be a good indication of which team is more likely to win. The lower the NHL betting odds, the more likely a team is considered to win. For instance, if the odds are $1.78 vs $2.01, the first team is considered the favourite. Of course, low odds also equal low returns, so it’s worth putting your own research in to determine which bets make sense for you.
NHL Stanley Cup Odds
For NHL players, it all comes down to the Stanley Cup – the major trophy for the team which wins the NHL playoffs. The 2024 Stanley Cup was won by the Florida Panthers over the Edmonton Oilers.
Looking for the latest 2025 Stanley Cup odds? Find them here.
Betting markets for the Stanley Cup are largely the same as regular season markets, including head to head and line bets, as well as individual scoring markets, period markets and more.
As of the season beginning, the teams with the lowest odds – those favoured to win the Stanley Cup – are:
- Edmonton Oilers
- Florida Panthers
- Dallas Stars
- New Jersey Devils
- Colorado Avalanche
- Carolina Hurricanes
- New York Rangers
- Vancouver Canucks
- Toronto Maple Leafs
- Nashville Predators
If you’re looking to bet on the Stanley Cup, remember that the season continues up until April 2025. With plenty of developments still to come, Stanley Cup favourites and other markets are subject to change, so it’s worth keeping up to date with the latest results and odds – all of which you’ll find at TAB NZ.
Beginner Tips for NHL Betting
If you’re just starting out in the world of NHL betting, here are some easy tips to get started:
- Learn the bet types: For beginners, grasping the complexities of the sport can be a challenge. While you learn more about ice hockey, start with match outcome/head to head bet markets which require a bet on which team will win a match.
- Be proactive: Don’t wait around to find out about which team is doing well based on the outcome of your bet – do your research and find out yourself. Follow along at TAB NZ for latest odds, results and in-season tips.
- Find the market that works for you: Once you get the hang of the sport, you’ll find there are plenty of great markets to bet on. From total points scored by both teams to futures markets (like betting on the outcome of the Stanley Cup ahead of time) and more, it’s worth figuring out your favourite way to bet on the NHL.
Types of NHL Bets
If you’re looking to place bets on the NHL this season, it’s best to get familiar with the types of bets available. With a wide range of markets, there’s something for every punter in the NHL.
Head to Head Bets
Head to head – or match outcome – bets are the simplest form of betting on the NHL and similar to other head-to-head sports. These bets are essentially bets placed on the outcome of a match, with odds given for both teams relative to factors like past performance, injuries, match location etc.
When placing head to head bets, consider the balance of risk and reward. For instance, if the top-ranked team is playing the bottom, you’ll likely get high odds with a good return if the bottom-ranked team wins, but the outcome is less likely. Keeping abreast of team trends and issues like personnel can help guide you here.
Line Betting
Line betting in the NHL is similar to line betting/points spread in many sports. Here, bookmakers set odds to handicap teams, creating a more even betting field. In the NHL, this works by either adding or subtracting points to the total score. For instance, the favourite to win the match might be given a line of -1.5 points, meaning they have to score more (1.5 points in this example) for the bet to be successful.
Line bets can be a good way to get value from teams which are otherwise unlikely to win or lose, giving you more scope to bet broadly.
Over/Under Goals Betting
Over/Under goals betting relates to the total goals scored by both teams combined in a match. This type of bet is based less on results/who wins, and more on your prediction of total scoring.
Things to keep in mind here relate more to game style or the quality of the match up. For instance, two teams known for strong defences might score fewer goals between them than two teams known for daring attacking play. Keep an eye on the in-season trends of teams and players in order to assist you in over/under goals betting.
Current NHL Betting Lines and Matchups
Stay up to date with all the current match odds and betting lines for the NHL with TAB NZ. The teams to watch in 2024-25 include last year’s Stanley Cup winners the Florida Panthers and runners-up, the Edmonton Oilers.
With each team playing 82 matches across the season, it’s worth paying close attention to the way the season progresses when assessing your next bet.
Check in regularly at TAB NZ to find the latest odds and betting markets.
Weekly Matchup Odds
It’s a long NHL season with plenty of twists and turns. Make sure to return to TAB NZ to find the latest odds and markets, regularly updated to help you plan your next bet.
Key Betting Lines and Spreads
Looking for the best odds for upcoming matches? Puck line bets can represent a great opportunity to bet broadly and on teams/outcomes you might otherwise miss. Be sure to stay up to date with TAB NZ coverage as we update the latest lines and spreads for the current NHL season.
NHL Betting Stats and Insights
One of the best things you can do for your own betting success is to follow and learn about the sport of ice hockey and the NHL league. By understanding statistics, you’ll find a more logical way to guide your bets.
Essential Stats for NHL Betting
Statistics are vital for NHL betting, letting you understand which teams and players are doing well, which match ups might be favourable and which players to follow. When looking at NHL stats, we’d recommend paying attention to the following:
- Goals per game (GPG): How many goals a player is scoring per game, on average. A strong indicator of a player’s consistency and likeliness to score in future.
- Points per game (PPG): Like GPG but with the addition of goal assists, giving a broader indication of how a player can affect an outcome.
- Save percentage: This relates to how many shots a goalie saves as a percentage of shots saved. A good indicator of a team’s ability to defend and often correlated with successful team outcomes.
How to Use Stats to Improve Your Bets
Statistics can be a good marker of a team’s potential for success or failure, but it’s worth remembering that not all statistics are valuable. Keep the three stats above in mind when looking at placing bets, as these are some of the most important indicators.
Stats can also be a great way to evaluate markets or matchups where your knowledge needs assistance. By using statistics, you can often get a sense of an outcome – for instance, if a player has a high GPG across the season, it’s fair to assume (although far from guaranteed) that they will continue to score highly, offering insight in both line betting on the NHL and individual player markets.
Major NHL Events to Bet On
The NHL season is full of exciting matchups, one-off events and – biggest of all – the Stanley Cup final. Here are some great events to keep an eye on for upcoming betting opportunities.
NHL Stanley Cup Betting
The Stanley Cup is the trophy for which all NHL teams compete. For the 2024-25 season, the Stanley Cup match schedule will be finalised when the regular season concludes in April 2025. With the season still to play, check back here for regularly updated odds and the latest developments as teams progress.
Highly rated teams to keep in mind for the 2024-25 season include:
- Edmonton Oilers
- Florida Panthers
- Dallas Stars
- New Jersey Devils
- Colorado Avalanche
Betting markets on the Stanley Cup are much like regular season matches. You’ll find futures markets (betting ahead of time) during the season, with more specific NHL Stanley Cup odds, markets and bet types updated as the playoff draws closer.
NHL All-Star Game and Special Events
A highlight on the NHL schedule, the All-Star game is a mid-season fixture which brings the league’s best players together for an entertaining exhibition match. Betting markets for this special fixture include typical markets such as moneyline and puck line betting, plus unique markets for the fantasy All-Star draft – such as betting on which player will be taken first.
In 2025, there will be no All-Star game – instead, the NHL has announced a Four Nations tournament designed to lead into the Olympics. This tournament will see the United States, Canada, Finland and Sweden compete. We’ll have all the latest odds and markets as the game gets closer.
NHL Teams and Divisions
The NHL is separated into two conferences, each of which are further separated into two divisions. Teams play each other in-season before the best teams from each conference face off in the playoffs. Each team plays 82 matches, with most played against teams in their division, and each team in the conferences must play each other once.
Eastern Conference Overview
The Eastern Conference of the NHL includes 16 teams divided into two divisions. As the name suggests, the Eastern Conference is mainly made up of teams from the eastern parts of the US and Canada.
Atlantic Division
The Atlantic Division of the NHL includes mainly teams from the east coast of the US and Canada. The teams in the Atlantic Division are:
- Boston Bruins
- Buffalo Sabres
- Detroit Red Wings
- Florida Panthers
- Montreal Canadiens
- Ottawa Senators
- Tampa Bay Lightning
- Toronto Maple Leafs
Teams to watch from the Atlantic Division include the Florida Panthers, who won the Stanley Cup in 2024 and should be right in the running to do so again in 2025.
Metropolitan Division
The Metropolitan Division includes teams from the East and Mid-Atlantic areas of North America. Teams are:
- Carolina Hurricanes
- Columbus Blue Jackets
- New Jersey Devils
- New York Islanders
- New York Rangers
- Philadelphia Flyers
- Pittsburgh Penguins
- Washington Capitals
The top ranked team from 2024 in the Metropolitan Division was the New York Rangers, who made it to the Conference Finals in the playoffs but did not progress to the Stanley Cup match.
Western Conference Overview
Like the Eastern Conference, the Western Conference contains half of the NHL’s teams, split into two divisions. While the winner of the 2023-24 season came from the Eastern Conference, the West is well-placed this year with many teams considered to be challenging for the Stanley Cup.
Central Division
Teams in this division are mainly from the central parts of the US and Canada. The teams in Central are:
- Chicago Blackhawks
- Colorado Avalanche
- Dallas Stars
- Minnesota Wild
- Nashville Predators
- St. Louis Blues
- Utah Hockey Club
- Winnipeg Jets
In the 2023-24 season, the top performing team from the Western Conference Central Division was the Dallas Stars, who made it to the Conference Finals but did not progress to the Stanley Cup.
Pacific Division
The Pacific Division includes teams from the western regions of the US and Canada, including some states like California and Nevada which are not traditionally associated with hockey. The teams in the division are:
- Anaheim Ducks
- Calgary Flames
- Edmonton Oilers
- Los Angeles Kings
- San Jose Sharks
- Seattle Kraken
- Vancouver Canucks
- Vegas Golden Knights
The top performing team last year from this division was the Edmonton Oilers, who finished runner-up to Florida in the Stanley Cup match. Expect the Oilers to contend once again in 2024-25.
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