David Pastrnak Hart Trophy Betting Odds Update

In January, the NHL regular season is well underway and the Boston Bruins, led by David Pastrnak, are causing a stir. With a remarkable record of 37-5-4, they currently hold the top spot in the league and are poised to break records with their impressive 78 points in just 46 games. Pastrnak continues to shine, dominating the Bruins’ scoring charts with an outstanding 65 points (36 goals, 29 assists) in the same number of games.

After being selected as an NHL all-star six times and securing the fourth position in the 2019-20 Hart Memorial Trophy race, it is worth examining Pastrnak’s current standing in the Hart Trophy betting market as we progress through the season.

Pasta Hart Trophy Odds

It will be captivating to observe the competition for the Hart Trophy in the latter part of the season. Predictably, Connor McDavid started the season as the frontrunner with the highest chances at +250 on DraftKings Sportsbook. At that time, Pasta had relatively lower odds ranked 16th at +3500. However, his remarkable performance has led to a significant decrease in his odds. Currently, he stands at +1600, with only McDavid having superior odds at -550.

At the commencement of the season, the following chart displays the initial and current betting odds for the Hart Trophy on DraftKings Sportsbook.

Hart Trophy Betting Odds	Odds before the season	Odds now
Connor McDavid	+250	-550
Auston Matthews	+400	+4000
Leon Draisaitl	+1000	+6000
Kirill Kaprizov	+1200	+6000
Cale Makar	+1300	+10000
Nikita Kucherov	+2000	+1800
Matthew Tkachuk	+3000	+10000
Sidney Crosby	+3000	+7500
Kyle Connor	+3000	+10000
David Pastrnak	+3500	+1600

Pastrnak’s ability to outmaneuver opponents either during transitions or while cycling around the offensive zone is what truly makes him a formidable threat. His exceptional shooting skills, coupled with the quality of his shots, greatly contribute to his consistently high expected goal tally. Pastrnak’s elite finishing talent often surpasses these expectations, making it difficult to fathom that there were 15 other players deemed more likely to win the Hart trophy before the season commenced.

Massachusetts is set to commence sports betting on January 31, according to recent reports.

What Is The Hart Memorial Trophy?

Dr. David Hart, the generous donor and father of Montreal Canadiens coach Cecil Hart, is the namesake of the Hart Memorial Trophy. This prestigious award is bestowed upon the NHL player who is deemed the most valuable to their team. In simpler terms, the Hart Trophy can be thought of as the NHL’s equivalent of the MVP award.

From 1979 to 1987, Wayne Gretzky claimed the award for eight consecutive years. However, in the 2021-22 season, Auston Matthews of the Toronto team became a first-time winner, breaking this streak. Alex Ovechkin has secured the award three times, while Sidney Crosby has achieved it twice. Over the past four seasons, the Edmonton Oilers have witnessed two different players winning the award – Connor McDavid in 2016-17 and 2020-21, and Leon Draisaitl in 2019-20.

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Past Hart Trophy Winners

In the 2021-22 season, Austin Matthews proved himself as an outstanding center for the Toronto Maple Leafs.

In the 2020-21 season, Connor McDavid displayed his exceptional skills as a center for the Edmonton Oilers.

In the 2019-20 season, Leon Draisaitl showcased his skills as a center for the Edmonton Oilers.

In the 2018-19 season, Nikita Kucherov showcased his skills as a right winger for the Tampa Bay Lightning.

In the 2017-18 season, Taylor Hall served as the left winger for the New Jersey Devils.

In the 2016-17 season, Connor McDavid, a center for the Edmonton Oilers, made his mark.

During the 2015-16 season, Patrick Kane showcased his skills as a right winger for the Chicago Blackhawks.

During the 2014-15 season, the Montreal Canadiens had Carey Price as their goaltender.

In 2013-14, Sidney Crosby, a center, played for the Pittsburgh Penguins.

During the 2012-2013 season, Alex Ovechkin showcased his skills as a right winger for the Washington Capitals.

In the 2011-12 NHL season, Evgeni Malkin played as a center for the Pittsburgh Penguins.

What Other NHL Futures Bets Are There?

One of the most highly sought-after award props to bet on is the Hart Memorial Trophy. However, there are numerous other futures markets to delve into within the sports betting industry. DraftKings presents odds on various outcomes such as the winner of the Stanley Cup, champions of each conference and division, and even the prestigious Presidents’ Trophy in the NHL. Additionally, you have the option to place bets on team point totals and whether a particular team will secure a spot in the playoffs.

Although hockey fans in Massachusetts are currently unable to place these bets within their state, they can look forward to doing so in the near future. The approval of Massachusetts sports betting has paved the way for its launch at three local casinos on January 31 at 10 a.m. Mobile betting is also anticipated to become available by late February or early March.

After the industry is launched, NHL bettors in Massachusetts will be presented with a wide array of choices for their betting preferences.

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