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Yahoo
11 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Connor McDavid, Nathan MacKinnon Highlighted in 2026 Hart Trophy Odds
Betting Odds for 2026 Hart trophy race headlined by Edmonton's Connor McDavid, Colorado's Nathan MacKinnon Image The 2026 NHL Hart Trophy race may already be under way as the odds have already come out for next season's MVP with values across the board. It's shaping up to be one of the most competitive races in recent memory with more quality contenders than ever. Advertisement With odds now available for both winning the award and finishing as a finalist, let's delve into the top contenders and see if we can find great values. All betting lines are from FanDuel Sportsbook and are subject to change. Hockey is a difficult sport to predict so please gamble responsibly. More NHL: 2025 Stanley Cup Final Betting Preview: Oilers-Panthers Set for Epic Rematch Top Contenders Connor McDavid (Edmonton Oilers) Odds: Win +210 | Finalist -470 2024–25 Stats: 67 GP, 26 G, 74 A, 100 PTS Playoffs: 26 points in 16 games Hart History: Two-time winner (2017, 2021), five-time finalist Team Performance: Led Oilers to consecutive Stanley Cup Finals McDavid continues to be the linchpin for the Oilers, leading them back to the Stanley Cup Final. His playoff performance has been stellar, aiming to solidify his legacy with a championship. Advertisement More NHL: Oilers vs. Panthers: Breaking Down Game One Trends Ahead of 2025 Stanley Cup Finals Nathan MacKinnon (Colorado Avalanche) Odds: Win +450 | Finalist -140 2024–25 Stats: 79 GP, 32 G, 84 A, 116 PTS Hart History: 2024 Winner, Three-time Finalist (2018, 2020, 2021) Team Performance: Avalanche appeared strong contenders but lost in the first round MacKinnon had a career-best season, finishing second in league scoring. His consistent performance keeps him in the MVP conversation. Nikita Kucherov (Tampa Bay Lightning) Odds: Win +600 | Finalist +165 2024–25 Stats: 77 GP, 37 G, 84 A, 121 PTS Hart History: Winner in 2019, finalist in 2024 Team Performance: Lightning remained competitive Kucherov led the league in points, showcasing his playmaking prowess. His 121 points underscore his value to the Lightning. Leon Draisaitl (Edmonton Oilers) Odds: Win +950 | Finalist +200 2024–25 Stats: 71 GP, 52 G, 54 A, 106 PTS Hart History: Winner in 2020, finalist in 2025 Team Performance: Key contributor to Oilers' success to back-to-back Finals appearances Draisaitl secured the Rocket Richard Trophy with 52 goals, leading the league. His scoring ability remains unmatched. Kirill Kaprizov (Minnesota Wild) Odds: Win +1200 | Finalist +380 2024–25 Stats: 41 GP, 25 G, 31 A, 56 PTS Hart History: No prior finalist appearances Team Performance: Wild remained competitive Advertisement Despite playing only 37 games, Kaprizov maintained over a point-per-game pace, highlighting his offensive impact. More NHL: New Mitch Marner Next Team Betting Odds Highlight Unexpected Frontrunner Dark Horse Candidates Auston Matthews (Toronto Maple Leafs) Odds: Win +2000 | Finalist +600 2024–25 Stats: 67 GP, 33 G, 45 A, 78 PTS Hart History: Winner in 2022, Finalist in 2021 Team Performance: Maple Leafs lost in the second round to the Panthers Matthews' season was marred by injuries, limiting his impact. However, his scoring ability keeps him in the conversation. Connor Hellebuyck (Winnipeg Jets) Odds: Win +2000 | Finalist +600 2024–25 Stats: 63 GP, 47 W, 2.00 GAA, .925 SV% Hart History: Finalist in 2020 Team Performance: Jets topped regular-season standings Hellebuyck's stellar regular season was pivotal for the Jets. Despite playoff struggles, his overall performance was noteworthy. Cale Makar (Colorado Avalanche) Odds: Win +2900 | Finalist +900 2024–25 Stats: 80 GP, 30 G, 62 A, 92 PTS Hart History: First-time finalist in 2025 Team Performance: Avalanche remained strong contenders Makar's offensive output as a defenseman was historic, becoming only the second blueliner in the post-lockout era to score 30 goals. David Pastrnak (Boston Bruins) Odds: Win +3100 | Finalist +1000 2024–25 Stats: 82 GP, 43 G, 63 A, 106 PTS Hart History: Finalist in 2023 Team Performance: Bruins remained competitive Advertisement Pastrnak's consistent scoring placed him among the league's elite, tying for third in points. Jack Eichel (Vegas Golden Knights) Odds: Win +3200 | Finalist +950 2024–25 Stats: 76 GP, 27 G, 67 A, 94 PTS Hart History: No prior finalist appearances Team Performance: Golden Knights remained strong contenders Eichel's playmaking was instrumental for the Golden Knights, showcasing his value as a top center. Jack Hughes (New Jersey Devils) Odds: Win +3400 | Finalist +850 2024–25 Stats: 62 GP, 27 G, 43 A, 70 PTS Hart History: No prior finalist appearances Team Performance: Devils faced challenges Hughes' season was cut short due to shoulder surgery, but his per-game production was impressive. More NHL: 2026 Stanley Cup Odds: Oilers, Panthers Lead Early Contenders But One Unexpected Favourite Emerges Potential Value Picks Best Value Pick: Leon Draisaitl at +950 offers strong value, especially given his league-leading goal total that has kept him in the conversation for the Hart over the last few seasons. Advertisement High-Risk, High-Reward Pick: Cale Makar at +2900 is intriguing, considering his historic season as a defenseman. Long Shot Bet: Jack Hughes at +3400 is a gamble due to his injury-shortened season, but his talent is undeniable and has been primed for a Hart-trophy caliber season for some time now.
Associated Press
13 hours ago
- Sport
- Associated Press
Lightning's Nikita Kucherov wins the Ted Lindsay Award as the NHL's most outstanding player
TORONTO (AP) — Nikita Kucherov of the Tampa Bay Lightning won the Ted Lindsay award as the NHL's most outstanding player as chosen by his peers. The NHL Players' Association announced the honor Wednesday. Kucherov and Colorado teammates Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar were the finalists for the trophy as voted on by members of the NHLPA. Kucherov was the league's leading scorer with 121 points on 37 goals and 84 assists. He is also a finalist for the Hart Trophy as the most valuable player along with Edmonton forward Leon Draisaitl and Winnipeg goaltender Connor Hellebuyck. The 31-year-old Russian winger is a back-to-back Art Ross Trophy winner after also leading the NHL in points last season. He took home the Hart in 2019 and helped Tampa Bay win the Stanley Cup in 2020 and '21. Since Kucherov became a full-time player in the league in 2014-15, only Oilers captain Connor McDavid has more regular-season points, 1,082 to 976. ___ AP NHL:
Global News
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Global News
Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov named this year's Ted Lindsay Award winner
See more sharing options Send this page to someone via email Share this item on Twitter Share this item via WhatsApp Share this item on Facebook Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov is the winner of this season's Ted Lindsay Award, the NHL Players' Association announced Wednesday. The award is given annually to 'the most outstanding player in the NHL' as voted by his peers. Kucherov led the league with 121 points (37 goals, 84 assists) in 78 games in 2024-25 to pick up his second Ted Lindsay Award. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy He also won the award in 2018-19 and was a finalist last year. Colorado teammates Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar were the other finalists. MacKinnon won the award in the 2023-24 season. 1:37 Thousands show up for Nathan MacKinnon Stanley Cup parade in Halifax
Washington Post
17 hours ago
- Business
- Washington Post
Avalanche boost depth at center by bringing back Brock Nelson on a 3-year contract extension
DENVER — The Colorado Avalanche shored up their depth at center by bringing back Brock Nelson on a three-year deal. The team announced the contract extension Wednesday that will keep the 33-year-old Nelson with the Avalanche through the 2027-28 season. Colorado picked up Nelson in a trade with the New York Islanders on March 6. Nelson played in 19 games with Colorado to finish up the regular season with six goals and seven assists, and had four assists in the team's first-round playoff exit against Dallas. 'He's been a great center in this league for a long time, and he brings professionalism and a dedicated work ethic on and off the ice,' Avalanche general manager Chris MacFarland said in a statement. 'We think he's a great fit and is a stabilizing presence to our second-line center role with his size and ability to touch all areas of the ice. We're excited to see what his contributions will be over a larger sample size with the Avalanche.' Nelson has 587 career points (301 goals, 286 assists) spanning 920 regular-season games since being selected by the Islanders in the first round of the 2010 NHL draft. He played at North Dakota before joining the Islanders. Nathan MacKinnon is Colorado's top-line center and turned in a regular season in which he finished second in the league with 116 points. Nelson occupies the second-line center spot and Charlie Coyle anchors the third line. Nelson has proven durable, playing in 246 straight regular-season games. 'Having spent my entire career with one organization, we weren't totally sure what to expect when we arrived in Denver,' said Nelson, who was acquired as part of a deal that sent Calum Ritchie, Oliver Kylington, a first-round pick in the 2026 or 2027 NHL draft and a conditional third-round pick in 2028 to the Islanders. 'But getting the opportunity to play for the Avalanche, to compete with a great group of teammates in that locker room, and in front of the tremendous fans at Ball Arena, we knew this was where we wanted to stay.' ___ AP NHL playoffs: and
Associated Press
18 hours ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Avalanche boost depth at center by bringing back Brock Nelson on a 3-year contract extension
DENVER (AP) — The Colorado Avalanche shored up their depth at center by bringing back Brock Nelson on a three-year deal. The team announced the contract extension Wednesday that will keep the 33-year-old Nelson with the Avalanche through the 2027-28 season. Colorado picked up Nelson in a trade with the New York Islanders on March 6. Nelson played in 19 games with Colorado to finish up the regular season with six goals and seven assists, and had four assists in the team's first-round playoff exit against Dallas. 'He's been a great center in this league for a long time, and he brings professionalism and a dedicated work ethic on and off the ice,' Avalanche general manager Chris MacFarland said in a statement. 'We think he's a great fit and is a stabilizing presence to our second-line center role with his size and ability to touch all areas of the ice. We're excited to see what his contributions will be over a larger sample size with the Avalanche.' Nelson has 587 career points (301 goals, 286 assists) spanning 920 regular-season games since being selected by the Islanders in the first round of the 2010 NHL draft. He played at North Dakota before joining the Islanders. Nathan MacKinnon is Colorado's top-line center and turned in a regular season in which he finished second in the league with 116 points. Nelson occupies the second-line center spot and Charlie Coyle anchors the third line. Nelson has proven durable, playing in 246 straight regular-season games. 'Having spent my entire career with one organization, we weren't totally sure what to expect when we arrived in Denver,' said Nelson, who was acquired as part of a deal that sent Calum Ritchie, Oliver Kylington, a first-round pick in the 2026 or 2027 NHL draft and a conditional third-round pick in 2028 to the Islanders. 'But getting the opportunity to play for the Avalanche, to compete with a great group of teammates in that locker room, and in front of the tremendous fans at Ball Arena, we knew this was where we wanted to stay.' ___ AP NHL playoffs: and
