It’s been nearly 35 years since a Canadian franchise, the Montreal Canadiens, last won the Stanley Cup in 1993, although eight Canadian teams have reached the finals since then. This year, the Edmonton Oilers, Canadiens, and Senators have a chance to end the drought, with the Oilers seen as the strongest contender at +1400 odds. The Oilers face the Anaheim Ducks in the first round, while the Canadiens and Senators are underdogs against the Lightning and Hurricanes, respectively. Collectively, the odds of any of these teams winning the Cup are about 12%, offering a glimmer of hope for Canadian fans.
