NHL betting: Odds that Nathan MacKinnon and Avalanche finish historic awards, Stanley Cup sweep
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Matt Severance
February 25, 2026
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Colorado Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon is on the verge of a historic achievement as he chases a trifecta of individual NHL awards while also leading his team toward a potential Stanley Cup sweep. With just over two weeks left in the regular season, MacKinnon is odds-on favorite to claim the Hart Trophy (MVP), Rocket Richard Trophy (most goals), and Art Ross Trophy (leading scorer). His Colorado team, meanwhile, sits atop the NHL standings with 83 points and a commanding +1160 odds to win both the awards trifecta and the Stanley Cup.
The article highlights MacKinnon’s dominance this season, with his 40 goals leading the league by six, and his 93-point tally placing him second behind Connor McDavid’s 96. While MacKinnon is heavily favored for the Hart Trophy at -250, the Art Ross race remains uncertain despite his strong showing. Tampa Bay’s Nikita Kucherov (+145) trails by five points but holds a slight edge in odds, despite sitting out due to rest. McDavid, who missed recent games to recover after leading Team Canada to Olympic gold, is seen as the primary competition for MacKinnon’s Art Ross bid.
The Avalanche’s deep roster and league-best scoring (3.84 goals per game) have positioned them as strong Stanley Cup favorites, with a -210 odds to win the Cup alone. However, their reliance on two solid but unremarkable goalies—Scott Wedgewood and Mackenzie Blackwood—poses a potential weakness in the playoffs. Only one team since 2012-13 has
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Originally published on CBS Sports on 2/25/2026