Charlie Cummings breaks down the opening odds for Canadiens vs. Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Published May 18, 2026 11:39 PM EDT
BUFFALO, NEW YORK - MAY 18: Alex Newhook #15 of the Montréal Canadiens celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal against the Buffalo Sabres during overtime in Game Seven of the Second Round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at KeyBank Center on May 18, 2026 in Buffalo, New York. (Photo by Joe Hrycych/Getty Images)
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Talk about some drama on Monday night. The Montreal Canadiens and Buffalo Sabres needed overtime to settle Game 7, adding more tension to a series that has been full of it. Meanwhile, the Carolina Hurricanes were sitting back and watching, waiting for their opponent. It was Alex Newhook of the Canadiens who settled things and locked in our Eastern Conference Finals matchup in these Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Let’s take a look at the opening odds on DraftKings Sportsbook for this Eastern Conference Finals series between the Hurricanes and Canadiens.
Canadiens vs. Hurricanes Opening Odds
Carolina, 8-0 in these Stanley Cup Playoffs, are solid favorites as expected. They’re second in Stanley Cup odds at the moment, and will look to set the tone in Game 1.
That Game 1 will be played on Thursday in Carolina. Puck drop is set for 8:00 p.m. ET. The Hurricanes are -198 favorites on the moneyline for that home opener.
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