Conn Smythe Trophy Odds: NHL Playoff MVP
The Conn Smythe Trophy is awarded to a player most valuable to his club in the Stanley Cup playoffs. This isn’t the Hart Trophy, which is presented for general season performance.
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Conn Smythe Trophy Winners & Trends
Jordan Staal won the Conn Smythe Trophy in 2026 after a memorable playoff run with the Carolina Hurricanes. He scored six goals in the Stanley Cup Final. At 37 years and 277 days old, became the oldest player ever to receive the award.
The award has produced several useful historical patterns. NHL records list 54 different winners through 2026. 40 were skaters, which means forwards and defensemen account for about 74% of unique winners.
Conn Smythe odds move with team advancement. The strongest path to the award is winning, although six players have won the trophy after their teams lost the final.
| Year | Winner | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Jordan Staal | Carolina Hurricanes |
| 2025 | Sam Bennett | Florida Panthers |
| 2024 | Connor McDavid* | Edmonton Oilers |
| 2023 | Jonathan Marchessault | Vegas Golden Knights |
| 2022 | Cale Makar | Colorado Avalanche |
| 2021 | Andrei Vasilevskiy | Tampa Bay Lightning |
| 2020 | Victor Hedman | Tampa Bay Lightning |
| 2019 | Ryan O’Reilly | St. Louis Blues |
| 2018 | Alex Ovechkin | Washington Capitals |
| 2017 | Sidney Crosby | Pittsburgh Penguins |
| 2016 | Sidney Crosby | Pittsburgh Penguins |
| 2015 | Duncan Keith | Chicago Blackhawks |
| 2014 | Justin Williams | Los Angeles Kings |
| 2013 | Patrick Kane | Chicago Blackhawks |
| 2012 | Jonathan Quick | Los Angeles Kings |
| 2011 | Tim Thomas | Boston Bruins |
| 2010 | Jonathan Toews | Chicago Blackhawks |
| 2009 | Evgeni Malkin | Pittsburgh Penguins |
| 2008 | Henrik Zetterberg | Detroit Red Wings |
| 2007 | Scott Niedermayer | Anaheim Ducks |
| 2006 | Cam Ward | Carolina Hurricanes |
How Conn Smythe Odds Work
Conn Smythe Trophy odds are usually shown in the American format. The plus figure is the amount of profit you’ll receive if you bet $100. You win your original $100 stake plus $100 back. If the chances are -150, you have to put down $150 to make $100.
This is a market where team performance is king. Players’ value drops as they progress through the playoffs. A player who was a strong early favorite could slip away from a quiet series, and a goaltender or a player who was overlooked may move up the rankings after a couple of standout games.
When comparing Conn Smythe odds, look at more than individual statistics. Look at how far the player’s club is predicted to go in the playoffs and if he’s likely to be a key part of it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Conn Smythe Trophy?
It is granted to the most valuable player to his team in the Stanley Cup playoffs.
How is the Conn Smythe different from the Hart Trophy?
The Conn Smythe rewards playoff performance. The Hart Trophy is awarded to the NHL’s MVP based on the regular season.
When do Conn Smythe Trophy odds become available?
Odds usually start popping up during the playoffs, although it varies by the bookmaker and the season.
Conclusion
The market can move a lot between playoff rounds. A player who has been great in the conference finals or Stanley Cup Final can leapfrog a favorite after Round 1. It’s not enough to just look at the opening Conn Smythe odds — stay current on the latest news throughout the playoffs.