What Are the Canucks’ Stanley Cup Chances?
The Canucks are on the edge of NHL mediocrity as they look to bounce back from a season filled with locker-room drama and bad play. Now, the Canucks must try again with a new head coach in Adam Foote. How will the Canucks fare?
| Canucks Playoff Odds | +105 |
| Canucks Playoff Chances | 48.8% |
| Canucks Miss Playoffs | 57.5% |
| Canucks Stanley Cup Odds | +7000 |
| Canucks Stanley Cup Chances | 1.41% |
| Canucks Win Western Conference | +3000 |
| Canucks Win Pacific Division | +1400 |
This will be a season of tests for the Canucks. While their goalie, Thatcher Demko, will return, there is no telling if he will regain his old form. The Canucks also hope Elias Pettersson can back to being the elite center he was two seasons ago, while Quinn Hughes continues to be one of the best defensemen in the NHL.
Do the Canucks Have a Chance to Make the Playoffs?
Yes, the Canucks do have a chance to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Currently, they have +105 odds to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs, which translates to a 48.8% chance.
Canucks Week-by-Week Playoff Chances
The Canucks' playoff odds are +105. They currently have a solid chance to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs, but must string wins together early to increase their odds.
| September | TBD |
| Preseason: | +105 |
Key Updates On Vancouver Canucks Stanley Cup Chances
The NHL free agency period is here, and the Canucks have just under $1 million after three major contract extensions.
- July 1, 2025: The Canucks re-sign Brock Boeser, extending him to a $50 million, seven-year contract.
- July 1, 2025: The Canucks extend Conor Garlund to a six-year, contract extension worth $30 million.
- July 1, 2025: The Canucks re-sign Thtatcher Demko, extending him to three-year contract extension worth $25.5 million.
- June 3, 2025: The Canucks officially re-sign Derek Forbert to a $2 million extension.
- May 5, 2025: The Canucks are officially awarded the 15th pick in the 2025 NHL Draft.
Key Contributors Toward Vancouver Canucks Postseason Chances
Quinn Hughes was the top guy for Vancouver, leading the Canucks with 16 goals and 60 assists. Additionally, Elias Pettersson is another talented center looking to bounce back after a down season. Thatcher Demko is the goalie who protects the Canucks in the net, and will look to stay fully healthy this season.
Where Can I Bet on the Canucks to Make the Playoffs?
Yes, you absolutely can bet on the Canucks to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Many sportsbooks allow you the chance to bet on the Canucks to make the playoffs. Also, you can also find some sportsbooks in American to place future bets on the Canucks.
Looking Ahead: Canucks Stanley Cup Playoffs Picture
The outlook for the Canucks Stanley Cup odds are long, as they are at +5000. Currently, they are coming off a season filled with turmoil after missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs. To make it back to the postseason, the Canucks will have to improve a team that struggled to score goals in 2024-2025.
Where Do the Canucks Rank in the Western Conference Playoff Picture?
The Canucks face a tough Western Conference. After narrowly missing the playoffs, the Canucks now must deal with teams on the rise, such as the Anaheim Ducks and Utah Mammoth, while also attempting to compete with powerhouses like the Dallas Stars, Edmonton Oilers, and Colorado Avalanche.
Where Do the Canucks Rank in the Pacific Playoff Picture Standings?
The Pacific Division is tough, with the Edmonton Oilers, Vegas Golden Knights, and Los Angeles Kings all being at the top of the heap. Also, the Anaheim Ducks are slowly on the rise, and the Calgary Flames are always a threat to be in the running.
Where Do the Vancouver Canucks Rank to Win the 2025-26 Stanley Cup?
The Canucks currently have the 19th-longest odds to win the Stanley Cup. That puts them in the middle of the pack in terms of contending for a Stanley Cup. A lot can change between now and the regular season, but the odds so far don't look promising for Vancouver.
Who to Root for if You’re a Vancouver Canucks Fan?
Elias Pettersson is one of the most popular players to cheer for in British Columbia. The Vancouver fans also love Quinn Hughes, who is the first defenseman in franchise history to wear the "C." Thatcher Demko is also popular amongst the fans.
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Canucks Stanley Cup Playoff Chances FAQ
The Canucks' odds to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs are +105, ir a 48.8% chance. This suggests that oddsmakers believe the Canucks can likely make the Stanley Cup Playoffs if they can stay healthy, following the signing of several big contract extensions to their core players.
The Canucks have never won the Stanley Cup in their entire team history. Overall, they have been to the Stanley Cup three times, losing in 1982 to the New York Islanders, in 1994 to the New York Rangers, and in 2011 to the Boston Bruins.
The Canucks currently have +5000 odds to win the Stanley Cup, or the probability of 1.96%, according to DraftKings Sportsbook. This indicates that oddsmakers don't believe they will be a significant threat of capturing the greatest trophy in modern sports.
The latest odds for the Canucks to win the Western Conference are at +3000, or a 3.23% chance. This indicates that oddsmakers don't have much faith in the Canucks advancing out of the Western Conference this upcoming season.
The latest odds for the Canucks to win the Pacific Division are +1400, indicating a 6.67% chance. This suggests that oddsmakers don't believe the Canucks have a significant chance of overtaking the Vegas Golden Knights, Edmonton Oilers, or Los Angeles Kings.
Author
Jeff Parker is an sports writer for BetCanada.com. Jeff lives in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and provides news and analysis of the latest developments in professional sports media, with an emphasis on the NHL and the CFL.