As the NHL playoffs continue to heat up, the odds are shifting in favor of two dominant teams. Following their impressive first-round sweeps, the Colorado Avalanche and the Carolina Hurricanes have emerged as overwhelming favorites to win the Stanley Cup, according to the latest odds. The Avalanche's high-powered offense, led by stars like Nathan MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen, proved too much for the Nashville Predators, while the Hurricanes' stingy defense and potent attack left the New York Islanders reeling. With their momentum and talent on their side, these two teams are poised to make a deep run in the playoffs, but can anyone stop them from bringing home the coveted Stanley Cup?


Stanley Cup Odds: Avalanche, Hurricanes Overwhelming Favorites After First-Round Sweeps  Sports Illustrated