The NHL offseason has mostly wrapped up, with many top free agents securing new teams ahead of the 2025-26 season. Most clubs have finalized their rosters in preparation for training camp this fall. With free agency settled, Sportsbook has released betting odds for major NHL awards following the 2025-26 season, allowing bettors to predict which players might win key accolades.<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s a look at some of the notable awards and their leading candidates, with all odds provided by Fanduel Sportsbook.<\/p>\n
Hart Trophy<\/strong> Favorite: Connor McDavid (+200)<\/strong> Dark Horse: Auston Matthews (+1900)<\/strong> Calder Trophy<\/strong> Favorite: Ivan Demidov (+280)<\/strong> Dark Horse: Michael Misa (+1200)<\/strong> Vezina Trophy<\/strong> Favorite: Connor Hellebuyck (+310)<\/strong> Dark Horse: Dustin Wolf (+1500)<\/strong> Norris Trophy<\/strong> Favorite: Cale Makar (+135)<\/strong> Dark Horse: Zach Werenski (+950)<\/strong> Fan Take:<\/strong> This offseason\u2019s roster moves and award race set the stage for an electrifying NHL season, filled with rising stars and seasoned veterans competing at the highest level. Hockey fans should keep an eye on these players as their performances could shape the future of the sport and define legacies.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The NHL offseason has mostly wrapped up, with many top free agents securing new teams ahead of the 2025-26 season. Most clubs have finalized their rosters in preparation for training camp this fall. With free agency settled, Sportsbook has released betting odds for major NHL awards following the 2025-26 season, allowing bettors to predict which […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":16993,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[730],"tags":[734],"class_list":{"0":"post-16992","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-nhl","8":"tag-nhl"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16992","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=16992"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16992\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/16993"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=16992"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=16992"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=16992"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nAwarded annually to the NHL\u2019s Most Valuable Player, the Hart Trophy hasn\u2019t been won consecutively by the same player since Alex Ovechkin did so in 2007-08 and 2008-09. Last season, Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck took the honor, becoming the first goalie to win since Carey Price in 2014-15.<\/p>\n\n
\nMcDavid remains the clear favorite, standing out in a league packed with talent. Although he missed winning last year, McDavid is a two-time Hart winner over the past five years and among the elite group of players with three or more Hart trophies, joining legends like Wayne Gretzky and Gordie Howe. This season might be McDavid\u2019s last with the Oilers if contract talks don\u2019t pan out, fueling his drive for top personal honors.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
\nMatthews has championship experience and the potential to carry a heavy offensive load for the Toronto Maple Leafs. A past Hart winner from his 60-goal season in 2021-22, Matthews could step up significantly this year.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
\nMarner\u2019s move to the Vegas Golden Knights pairs him with top-line talent, including star center Jack Eichel. Despite needing an exceptional season to claim the Hart, playing for a Stanley Cup contender gives him a real shot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\nGiven to the top NHL rookie, last season\u2019s winner was Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson, the third defensive player in six years to claim the trophy. This season features notable rookies like Matthew Schafer and Michael Misa competing for a roster spot.<\/p>\n\n
\nDrafted fifth overall by Montreal in 2024, Demidov impressed in limited NHL action last season and is seen as a strong Calder contender due to his exceptional vision and hockey IQ.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
\nSan Jose Sharks\u2019 second overall pick Misa dominated the OHL with 134 points last season and could make the NHL roster, bringing a high offensive ceiling.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
\nCalgary Flames\u2019 defenseman Parekh showed NHL readiness late last season and could secure a roster spot, especially if the Flames trade a fellow defenseman.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\nThis goes to the top NHL goaltender. Connor Hellebuyck of the Winnipeg Jets is a leading favorite after winning consecutive Vezinas and the Hart Trophy last season.<\/p>\n\n
\nHellebuyck\u2019s stellar record and stats make him the leading candidate to repeat as Vezina winner.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
\nFlames\u2019 rookie Wolf had an impressive debut season and could challenge for the Vezina after stepping in as starting goalie.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
\nThe veteran Panthers goalie remains effective with strong stats, making him a surprise contender.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\nAwarded to the league\u2019s best defenseman, Colorado Avalanche\u2019s Cale Makar is the favorite after winning the award last season.<\/p>\n\n
\nMakar\u2019s offensive brilliance and defensive consistency make him the frontrunner for another Norris Trophy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
\nWerenski\u2019s scoring surge last season brings him into the conversation as a top defenseman.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
\nKnown for playmaking on defense, Bouchard could surprise, especially playing alongside elite forwards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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