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Penguins early favorite in Stanley Cup

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The Pittsburgh Penguins have opened as the early favorite in the Stanley Cup Finals.

According to the online betting site Bovada, the Penguins are a minus-145 choice to win the best-of-seven series for the NHL championship. In that scenario, someone would have to wager $145 to win $100 if Pittsburgh wins.

The Sharks, who are making their first trip to the Finals, are plus-125; a $100 bet would net a $125 payoff if San Jose wins.

Using odds instead of the betting line, the Penguins are the 20-29 favorite; the Sharks the 5-4 underdog.