NHL Atlantic Division Odds (2026-27)

The following post features NHL Atlantic Division Odds (2026-27).

The NHL Atlantic Division odds reflect how sportsbooks currently view each team’s chances of winning the Eastern Conference’s Atlantic Division.

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As the NHL season unfolds, these odds will shift based on performance, injuries, and which teams can maintain momentum over a long season.

So, how is the NHL Atlantic Division race shaping up? Here’s what you need to know.

NHL Atlantic Division Odds (2026-27)

Below is a table displaying the odds for the NHL Atlantic Division Odds (2026-27). All odds were sourced on September 15, 2026. Click here for the very latest odds (via OddsChecker).

Preseason Team Spotlights

Florida Panthers

Florida missed the playoffs last season at 40-38-4 after years of deep runs and back-to-back Stanley Cups, largely due to injuries. The Panthers reloaded by acquiring Brady Tkachuk to join his brother Matthew and adding goaltender Jacob Markstrom. With Aleksander Barkov returning healthy and a still-formidable core, Florida enters the year as one of the clear favorites to reclaim the top of the Atlantic.

Tampa Bay Lightning

The Lightning finished second in the Atlantic last season with a 50-26-6 record and 106 points but once again exited early in the playoffs. Nikita Kucherov, Brayden Point, and Andrei Vasilevskiy remain the foundation of the roster, while the addition of veteran defenseman John Carlson strengthens the blue line. Tampa Bay continues to possess elite talent and will look to finally convert regular-season success into a deeper postseason run.

Montreal Canadiens

Montreal continued its strong upward trajectory last season, finishing third in the Atlantic at 48-24-10 with 106 points and advancing to the Eastern Conference Final. Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield lead a talented young core that has grown more complete under coach Martin St. Louis. The Canadiens added veteran help and enter the year as a legitimate contender capable of challenging for the division title.

Toronto Maple Leafs

Toronto struggled last season, finishing last in the Atlantic at 32-36-14 and missing the playoffs. The Maple Leafs underwent significant offseason changes aimed at reshaping the roster and culture under new leadership. While high-end skill remains, the team faces a transitional period and will need strong internal development to climb back into the playoff picture in a competitive division.

Buffalo Sabres

Buffalo captured the Atlantic Division title last season with a franchise-best 50-23-9 record and 109 points, ending a long playoff drought before falling in seven games to Montreal in the second round. Tage Thompson and Rasmus Dahlin headline a talented young core that has matured into a true contender. The Sabres enter the year with high expectations and the talent to remain near the top of the division.

Ottawa Senators

Ottawa finished fifth in the Atlantic last season at 44-27-11 and returned to the playoffs before being swept by Carolina in the first round. The Senators traded captain Brady Tkachuk in the offseason and will now rely more heavily on Tim Stützle, Drake Batherson, and Jake Sanderson. While the loss of Tkachuk creates questions, Ottawa still possesses a strong young core capable of competing for a playoff spot.

Boston Bruins

Boston bounced back last season to finish fourth in the Atlantic at 45-27-10 and earn a wild-card berth. David Pastrnak remains the face of the franchise, while the Bruins added young talent in an effort to retool around a competitive core. Under coach Marco Sturm, Boston will look to build on last year’s improvement and stay in the mix in a deep division.

Detroit Red Wings

Detroit finished sixth in the Atlantic last season with a 41-31-10 record and remained on the playoff bubble. Moritz Seider anchors the blue line, while the forward group continues to search for consistency amid uncertainty surrounding captain Dylan Larkin. The Red Wings are still building toward sustained contention and face a challenging road in a competitive Atlantic.

NHL Atlantic Division Results (2025-26)

The Buffalo Sabres captured the 2025-26 Atlantic Division title with a 50-23-9 record and 109 points, finishing three points ahead of both the Tampa Bay Lightning and Montreal Canadiens. Led by Tage Thompson and captain Rasmus Dahlin, Buffalo ended a long playoff drought and earned the top seed in the Atlantic. The Sabres defeated the Boston Bruins in six games in the first round before falling to the Montreal Canadiens in a hard-fought seven-game second-round series.

NHL Atlantic Division Champion (by Year)

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