While most teams have approximately a dozen games remaining to play in the regular season, the four NHL restructured divisional races are coming down to the wire. Focusing on one favorite or spotting a longshot who offers long-term value still remains the best way to attack futures betting.
Bettors continue to quietly target the Carolina Hurricanes, who continue to lead the Central Division. Carolina, once offered as high as +3500, has now fallen to odds of +900 this week. The Colorado Avalanche returned to action with a 4-2 win over St. Louis on Thursday after being forced to postpone their previous three games due to COVID-19 protocols.