NHL Western Conference Odds (2026-27)

The following post features NHL Western Conference Odds (2026-27).

The NHL Western Conference odds give bettors an early look at which teams are favored to win the conference in the upcoming season, along with potential preseason futures bets worth watching.

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As we approach the NHL season, these preseason odds give bettors an early look at how sportsbooks view each team, with prices likely to shift as the season unfolds.

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

NHL Western Conference Odds (2026-27)

Below is a table displaying the odds for the NHL Western Conference Odds (2026-27). All odds were sourced on September 14, 2026. Click here for the very latest odds (via OddsChecker).

Preseason Team Spotlights

Colorado Avalanche

Colorado remains the clear class of the Western Conference after posting a league-best 121 points and claiming the Presidents’ Trophy last season before falling to Vegas in the Conference Final. Nathan MacKinnon continues to drive one of the most dynamic offenses in the league, while Cale Makar (fresh off signing the richest contract in NHL history) anchors a still-elite blue line alongside Devon Toews. The Avalanche made calculated offseason moves to manage the cap and inject some youth, but the core of MacKinnon, Makar, Martin Necas, and Gabriel Landeskog remains intact. With their high-end talent and regular-season pedigree, Colorado enters the year as the favorite to win the West.

Vegas Golden Knights

Vegas enters 2026-27 as the defending Western Conference champions after sweeping Colorado in the Conference Final and reaching the Stanley Cup Final, where they fell to Carolina. Jack Eichel leads a deep, experienced group that includes Mark Stone (who just signed a two-year extension), Mitch Marner, and a strong supporting cast. The Golden Knights have proven they can win in the playoffs and possess the veteran leadership and structure to contend again. While their regular-season results were more modest last year, Vegas’s postseason pedigree and ability to peak at the right time keep them firmly among the top contenders in the West.

Edmonton Oilers

The Oilers remain dangerous as long as Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl are healthy and producing at an elite level. McDavid once again led the league in scoring last season, and the duo gives Edmonton the highest offensive ceiling in the conference. New head coach Mike Babcock takes over with a mandate to add structure and defensive accountability after another early playoff exit. If the supporting cast around the superstars improves and the goaltending stabilizes, Edmonton has the star power to make a deep run. The question remains whether they can finally translate regular-season dominance into consistent playoff success.

Minnesota Wild

Minnesota has quietly built one of the most complete teams in the West, featuring Kirill Kaprizov’s elite scoring, Matt Boldy’s two-way game, and a blue line anchored by Quinn Hughes and Brock Faber. The Wild finished with 104 points last season and own a strong defensive identity under coach John Hynes. Hughes’ presence transforms the power play and transition game, while young goaltender Jesper Wallstedt has shown he can handle a larger role. With a balanced roster and fewer holes than in past years, Minnesota has legitimate aspirations of climbing higher in the Central Division and making noise in the playoffs.

Dallas Stars

Dallas continues to field a deep, skilled roster built around Jason Robertson, Mikko Rantanen, and Wyatt Johnston. Robertson remains the offensive catalyst after another strong season, while the Stars’ combination of scoring depth and defensive structure has made them consistent Central Division contenders. After a first-round exit last spring, the focus is on translating regular-season success into a longer playoff run. With a proven core and the ability to match up against the West’s best, Dallas remains a dangerous team capable of making a deep postseason push.

Utah Mammoth

The Utah Mammoth continue their rapid ascent after making the playoffs for the first time in franchise history last season (under the Mammoth name). Clayton Keller leads the attack, supported by Dylan Guenther and a young core that includes Logan Cooley. The team added veteran two-way center Vincent Trocheck in the offseason to bolster the middle of the lineup and improve their playoff readiness. While still a step behind the Central Division’s top tier, Utah’s improving depth, strong goaltending, and upward trajectory make them a legitimate dark-horse contender capable of causing problems in the West.

2025-26 NHL Western Conference Results

The 2025-26 NHL Western Conference saw the Vegas Golden Knights claim the conference title with a dominant playoff run. After finishing first in the Pacific Division, Vegas defeated the Utah Mammoth in six games in the first round, then advanced through the second round before sweeping the top-seeded Colorado Avalanche in the Western Conference Final. The Golden Knights went on to face the Carolina Hurricanes in the Stanley Cup Final, where they fell in six games.

NHL Western Conference Finals

The Western Conference Final is a best-of-seven series in the NHL playoffs that determines the Western Conference champion and the team that advances to the Stanley Cup Final. The first team to win four games wins the series. Home-ice advantage is awarded to the team with the better regular-season record (higher seed), which hosts Games 1, 2, 5, and 7 (if necessary). The series follows the standard NHL playoff format used in all rounds, with games continuing until one team reaches four victories.

NHL Western Conference Champion (by Year)

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