The 2024-25 NHL season is set to kick off with a tripleheader on ESPN and ESPN+. Experts from ESPN have made predictions regarding division winners, individual awards, and the Stanley Cup champion.
In the Atlantic Division, the Florida Panthers and Toronto Maple Leafs are favored, while the New York Rangers lead in the Metropolitan Division predictions. The Central Division sees the Dallas Stars as the frontrunners, and the Edmonton Oilers dominate the Pacific Division forecasts.
Connor McDavid is heavily favored for multiple individual awards, including the Hart Trophy and Art Ross Trophy, while Auston Matthews is expected to contend for the Rocket Richard Trophy. The predictions also highlight key players for the Norris, Vezina, and Calder Trophies.