Mar 12, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks forward Connor Bedard (98) waits for a face off in the third period against the Anaheim Ducks at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-USA TODAY Sports
- The 2024 NHL Awards will be presented Thursday night (June 27)
- Connor Bedard is the heavy Calder Trophy favorite
- Read below for 2024 NHL Awards odds, predictions, and best bets
The Stanley Cup has been awarded to the Florida Panthers, which means it’s time for the NHL to hand out their hardware for the regular season. The 2024 NHL Awards are set for Thursday night, June 27 at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas.
We’ve got odds for the major categories, including Hart, Calder, Vezina and Norris. We’ve also made our NHL Awards predictions and picks for Thursday night. You can catch the ceremony at 7 pm ET on ESPN in the U.S. and Sportsnet in Canada.
Please note most sportsbooks took down their odds near the conclusion of the regular season. The odds used in this article are from the date last offered.
2024 Hart Trophy Odds & Prediction
| Player (Team) | Odds |
|---|---|
| Nathan MacKinnon (Avalanche) | -300 |
| Nikita Kucherov (Lightning) | +500 |
| Connor McDavid (Oilers) | +2500 |
All odds as of Apr. 16 at DraftKings Sportsbook.
The NHL betting odds imply the Hart Trophy is the closest race of the four major awards, but there’s still a clear favorite. Colorado’s Nathan MacKinnon is priced as the -300 favorite to win his first MVP award on Thursday night.
MacKinnon finished the season with a career-high 140 points (51 goals, 89 assists) while leading the Avs to 107 points and a playoff berth. His consistency was remarkable, never going more than three games without a point.
2024 Hart Trophy finalists, as voted by @ThePHWA: Nikita Kucherov (TBL), Nathan MacKinnon (COL) and Connor McDavid (EDM). pic.twitter.com/DjRqReARw1
— Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) May 7, 2024
Kucherov is a really intriguing bet at +500, although his previous win might make oddsmakers lean toward MacKinnon. Kuch led the league with 144 points and became just the 5th player ever to record 100 assists in a season. Furthermore, Kuch outscored his team’s 2nd highest scorer by 54 points.
Connor McDavid, a three-time previous Hart winner, is third in the Hart odds as a +1500 longshot. McDavid missed time this season due to injury, finishing third in NHL scoring with 126 points. It’s highly unlikely he will repeat as the NHL MVP winner given the monstrous seasons the other two players had.
For our Hart Trophy prediction, we’re going to take a flier on Kucherov. Yes, MacKinnon scored more goals, but Kucherov is the true definition of “MVP.” Kucherov factored in on 50% of his team’s goals this season, becoming the second player since 1998-99 to do so.
- Hart Pick: Kucherov (+500 sprinkle bet)
2024 Calder Trophy Odds & Predictions
| Player (Team) | Odds |
|---|---|
| Connor Bedard (Blackhawks) | -1400 |
| Brock Faber (Wild) | +700 |
| Pyotr Kochetkov (Hurricanes) | +7500 |
Chicago Blackhawks forward Connor Bedard is the heavy Calder favorite at -1400 odds (96% implied probability). The Rookie of the Year award is the closest thing to a lock on Thursday, with Minnesota’s Brock Faber a distant second at +700 odds.
Connor Bedard, Brock Faber and Luke Hughes are the 2023-24 Calder Trophy finalists! 👏 pic.twitter.com/SGuPBA8iEt
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) April 30, 2024
Bedard exceeded expectations in his rookie campaign, averaging nearly a point per game on a weak Chicago team. The 18-year-old led all rookies with 61 points (22 goals, 39 assists) despite missing 14 games.
The 18-year-old also dazzled with several highlight-reel tallies, including a ‘Michigan goal’ against the St. Louis Blues. Bedard is a near-lock for this award, so there’s no value in betting on him at -2500. Faber will receive votes, but Bedard’s star power makes him impossible to bet against.
- Calder Pick: Connor Bedard (-1400)
2024 Vezina Trophy Odds & Picks
| Player (Team) | Odds |
|---|---|
| Connor Hellebuyck (Jets) | -1200 |
| Sergei Bobrovsky (Panthers) | +1200 |
| Thatcher Demko (Canucks) | +2500 |
The Vezina Trophy is another category with a heavy favorite, as Winnipeg’s Hellebuyck is priced at -1200 to win his second “Best Goaltender” award. He led the league in wins with 37 while also boasting the best save percentage (.921) among goalies who played at least 30 games.
Florida’s Sergei Bobrovsky, who some think was snubbed for the Conn Smythe, is the second betting choice. The two-time previous Vezina winner had a stellar bounce-back season at age 34 with a 33-17-3 record, 2.46 GAA, and .912 SV%.
The 2024 Vezina Trophy finalists have been announced.
Who’s got your vote? 🧱 pic.twitter.com/XMnVYj7u6u
— TSN (@TSN_Sports) April 29, 2024
Canucks’ Thatcher Demko rounds out the Vezina favorites with +2200 longshot odds to win the award. Demko has excellent numbers (2.40 GAA, .920 SV%) but played significantly fewer games than each of the other candidates.
This is another NHL award where we don’t see any value in a longshot. Hellebuyck saved 31.71 goals above expected per Natural Stat Trick, which is ten more than the next goalie on the list. His monstrous workload (60 games, 1,656 saves) solidifies his Vezina case.
- Vezina Pick: Connor Hellebuyck (-1200)
2024 Norris Trophy Odds & Prediction
| Player (Team) | Odds |
|---|---|
| Quinn Hughes (Canucks) | -750 |
| Cale Makar (Avalanche) | +600 |
| Roman Josi (Predators) | +2500 |
The Norris Trophy odds feature another lopsided race, with Vancouver’s Quinn Hughes the massive -750 favorite to win “Best Defenseman.” The 24-year-old had a historic season, leading all defensemen with 92 points (17 goals, 75 assists) in 82 games.
Cale Makar, the 2022 Norris winner, is once again in the mix (+600) after finishing second among defensemen in points (90), goals (21), and assists (69) while leading the position in points per game (1.17) over 77 contests.
Quinn Hughes, Roman Josi and Cale Makar are the 2023-24 Norris Trophy finalists! 👏 pic.twitter.com/NZhtxlOyBK
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) May 1, 2024
While Makar’s raw totals are slightly behind Hughes, he was more productive on a per-game basis. The biggest thing working against him is voter fatigue after winning the award recently. Makar has the second-best odds around +600.
Roman Josi is a +2500 longshot after leading all defensemen with 23 goals and finishing third in points (85) while playing all 82 games. While Josi is deserving of finalist status again, his age and voter preference for younger, flashier defensemen will likely work against him.
You can clearly make a case for either Makar or Josi to win the award, but Hughes’ historic offensive season makes him the clear frontrunner. Expect Vancouver to have their first-ever Norris winner on Thursday night.
- Norris Pick: Quinn Hughes (-750)
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As the 2024 NHL season comes to a close, hockey fans are eagerly anticipating the annual NHL Awards ceremony, where the league’s top players and coaches are recognized for their outstanding performances throughout the season. With the event set to take place on Thursday, June 27, speculation is running high on who will take home the prestigious awards.
One of the most highly anticipated awards is the Hart Memorial Trophy, which is awarded to the player judged to be the most valuable to his team. This year, several players have put up impressive numbers and are in contention for the award. Some of the top contenders include Connor McDavid of the Edmonton Oilers, who has been a dominant force on the ice all season, and Auston Matthews of the Toronto Maple Leafs, who has been lighting up the scoreboard with his goal-scoring prowess.
In the race for the Vezina Trophy, which is awarded to the league’s top goaltender, Andrei Vasilevskiy of the Tampa Bay Lightning is a frontrunner after another stellar season between the pipes. However, he faces stiff competition from Marc-Andre Fleury of the Chicago Blackhawks, who has been a standout performer despite his team’s struggles.
For the Norris Trophy, which is awarded to the league’s top defenseman, Cale Makar of the Colorado Avalanche is a strong contender after another impressive season anchoring his team’s blue line. However, he faces tough competition from Victor Hedman of the Tampa Bay Lightning, who has been a defensive stalwart for his team all season.
In terms of coaching awards, the Jack Adams Award for the league’s top coach is up for grabs, with several deserving candidates in the mix. Jon Cooper of the Tampa Bay Lightning and Sheldon Keefe of the Toronto Maple Leafs are both strong contenders after leading their teams to successful seasons.
As fans eagerly await the announcement of the winners on Thursday, June 27, many are placing bets on who they think will come out on top. With odds constantly shifting as the season progresses, it’s important for bettors to stay informed on the latest developments and make educated predictions based on player performances and team success.
Overall, the 2024 NHL Awards ceremony promises to be an exciting event filled with suspense and anticipation as fans wait to see which players and coaches will be recognized for their outstanding contributions to the league. Whether you’re a die-hard hockey fan or just a casual observer, there’s no doubt that this year’s awards show will be one to remember.
