Predictions for the 2023-24 season

The Panthers are still favourite for the Cup, followed by the Stars. According to the model, the probability of the Panthers winning the Cup is down 44%.

Let’s update the third round match-ups.

• Rangers (33.3%) vs Panthers (66.7%), 2-2: The Panthers are dominating but the series is tied thanks to Shesterkin. He will be the key for the Rangers if they win this series, or even one more game.

• Stars (55.5%) vs Oilers (44.5%), 0-0: This is a good series. Seeing how it’s going, I would not be surprised if it goes to seven games.

Power ranking

The Panthers still occupy the top spot. All the teams left in the playoffs are in the top five. The Hurricanes take the second spot.