As the NHL season nears its conclusion, the race for the league’s top individual awards is heating up—and BetMGM Sportsbook has revealed fascinating betting insights across all major NHL award markets. From the Hart Trophy to the Jack Adams, bettors are placing their chips behind the game’s biggest stars and breakout names.
Let’s dive into the latest NHL awards odds, betting trends, and sportsbook liabilities based on BetMGM’s latest data.
Hart Memorial Trophy Odds: Draisaitl Tops the Board, MacKinnon Leads in Bets
- Odds Leader: Leon Draisaitl (-165)
- Highest Ticket %: Nathan MacKinnon (17.7%)
- Highest Handle %: Leon Draisaitl (25.3%)
- Biggest Liability: Connor Hellebuyck
The race for NHL MVP is drawing serious action, with Edmonton Oilers star Leon Draisaitl not only the odds-on favorite but also responsible for the highest percentage of total betting handle. Meanwhile, Nathan MacKinnon is garnering the most tickets, showcasing strong fan support. Interestingly, Connor Hellebuyck, a goaltender, represents the book’s biggest liability—an unusual twist in a forward-dominated race.
Vezina Trophy Odds: Connor Hellebuyck Runs Away With the Market
- Odds Leader: Connor Hellebuyck (-10000)
- Highest Ticket %: Connor Hellebuyck (11.7%)
- Highest Handle %: Connor Hellebuyck (35.1%)
- Biggest Liability: Andrei Vasilevskiy
With the Vezina Trophy market currently off the board, it’s clear why: Hellebuyck has all but locked it up. At -10000 odds, the Winnipeg Jets goaltender has dominated both ticket and handle percentages, making him a huge liability for the sportsbook. Andrei Vasilevskiy, despite trailing in betting metrics, remains a notable name in the mix.
James Norris Trophy Betting Trends: Makar’s Market to Lose
- Odds Leader: Cale Makar (-1200)
- Highest Ticket %: Cale Makar (25.9%)
- Highest Handle %: Cale Makar (56.6%)
- Biggest Liability: Quinn Hughes
Cale Makar is commanding the Norris Trophy race from all angles. With over a quarter of total bets and more than half the handle, the Colorado Avalanche blueliner is a dominant favorite. However, the sportsbook’s biggest concern is Quinn Hughes, who’s drawn enough action to become a potential payout problem.
Calder Trophy Odds: Lane Hutson Leads, Michkov Draws Fan Bets
- Odds Leader: Lane Hutson (-1100)
- Highest Ticket %: Matvei Michkov (33.4%)
- Highest Handle %: Macklin Celebrini (26.1%)
- Biggest Liability: Matvei Michkov
While Lane Hutson is firmly in control of the Calder Memorial Trophy odds, it’s Michkov who has caught the eye of the betting public, leading in ticket percentage. Celebrini edges out Hutson in total handle, but Michkov remains the biggest liability for BetMGM in the rookie race.
Maurice “Rocket” Richard Trophy: Draisaitl Dominates Betting Action
- Odds Leader: Leon Draisaitl (-5000)
- Highest Ticket %: Leon Draisaitl (13.8%)
- Highest Handle %: Leon Draisaitl (35.6%)
- Biggest Liability: Leon Draisaitl
Draisaitl’s name once again tops the charts, this time in the Rocket Richard Trophy market. With the category currently off the board, the data shows bettors overwhelmingly backing him to lead the NHL in goals. He accounts for both the most tickets and the largest share of handle—making him a major liability for BetMGM.
Jack Adams Award Odds: Spencer Carbery Commands Market Confidence
- Odds Leader: Spencer Carbery (-5000)
- Highest Ticket %: Todd McLellan (14.3%)
- Highest Handle %: Spencer Carbery (58.0%)
- Biggest Liability: Spencer Carbery
The Washington Capitals’ Spencer Carbery is a runaway favorite for Coach of the Year honors, pulling in more than half the betting handle. Although McLellan leads in tickets, the market is clearly sold on Carbery’s performance—so much so that he represents BetMGM’s biggest liability.
Final Thoughts: NHL Betting Insights Show Where Bettors Are Putting Their Faith
These sportsbook insights offer a revealing snapshot into the mindset of NHL bettors as the season winds down. From star skaters like Leon Draisaitl and Cale Makar to breakout names like Lane Hutson and Spencer Carbery, public confidence is shaping the odds—and creating liabilities—for sportsbooks across the board.
For the most up-to-date NHL award odds and to get in on the action, check out BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL Awards page.
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