AccuScore has simulated each of the 2018 Stanley Cup playoffs first-round series 10,000 times to come up with predictions to play on the second round as well as win the Stanley Cup. Below are the probabilities and Vegas odds of advancing through the NHL playoffs and how they have changed.
SN STAFF PLAYOFF PREDICTIONS Eastern Conference | Western Conference | Stanley Cup
AccuScore’s odds to win Stanley Cup
Probability vs. weekly % change
When comparing these numbers to Las Vegas odds, there are few teams that have some value for the bets. Tampa Bay is the most probable winner, but also longer shots like Anaheim and Columbus have value when betting the Stanley Cup winner right now.
AccuScore’s Stanley Cup probabilities will be updated on a weekly basis throughout the playoffs.
