The race for the Stanley Cup is on with the NHL playoffs underway.
Here are the matchups of the second round:
Series #1: Carolina Hurricanes vs NY Rangers
Series #2: Vancouver Canucks vs Edmonton Oilers
Series #3: Dallas Stars vs Colorado Avalanche
Series #4: Florida Panthers vs Boston Bruins
2024 NHL playoff Series prices
Here's a look at the current series prices. Who will advance and get one step closer to the Stanley Cup?
carolina hurricanes vs nY rangers
| Team | Opening Odds | Current Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Carolina Hurricanes | -140 | +120 |
| NY Rangers | +120 | -140 |
Odds as of May 7
Series Score: Rangers Lead 1-0
The first matchup of the second round is set with the top two from the Metropolitan Division. The New York Rangers, ignoring the President's Trophy curse, swept the Washington Capitals with ease. The Canes also swiftly eliminated the Islanders in five games.
The regular season series tipped in favor of the Rangers, going 2-1 SU. Notably, New York won the single game played at PNC Arena. Two of the three games were seriously low scoring (2-1 Rangers, 1-0 Rangers).
No doubt the talent will keep this close. Their last postseason outing in 2022 went a full seven-game series. I would expect no less this time around.
Check out our Carolina vs NY Rangers series preview for a full analysis.
Best Bet: Hurricanes 4-3 Win Series (+500)
Vancouver Canucks vs Edmonton Oilers
| Team | Opening Odds | Current Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Vancouver Canucks | +220 | - |
| Edmonton Oilers | -260 | - |
Odds as of May 7
Series Score: Rangers Lead 1-0
The remaining Canadian teams square-off in the second round. The Canucks are pretty new to moving on in the playoffs and getting past Edmonton will be a whole new beast.
We saw Vancouver's goaltending trio struggle last series against Nashville. Good luck stopping McJesus and his disciples.
Check out our Edmonton vs Vancouver series preview for a full analysis.
Best Bet: Oilers Win Series 4-1 (+350)
Dallas stars vs colorado avalanche
| Team | Opening Odds | Current Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas Stars | -120 | - |
| Colorado Avalanche | +100 | - |
Odds as of May 7
Series Score: TBD
Colorado's offense was untouchable in the first round, scoring 29 goals across five games. But, Dallas allowed Vegas just seven goals in the last five outings. Oddsmakers are calling a close series to go the distance.
Defense may win championships, but the Avs won't make it easy.
Check out our Dallas vs Colorado series preview for a full analysis.
Best Bet: Stars Win Series 4-3 (+425)
florida panthers vs boston bruins
| Team | Opening Odds | Current Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Florida Panthers | -190 | -110 |
| Boston Bruins | +160 | -110 |
Odds as of May 4
Series Score: Bruins Lead 1-0
The Panthers got a decent rest after finishing the Battle of Florida in five games. But, the Bruins have momentum spinning in full throttle after another seven game series with Toronto.
In their last 10 meetings, Boston holds a 8-2 SU record over Florida.
Check out our Florida vs Boston series preview for a full analysis.
Best Bet: Panthers Win Series 4-2 (+425)
