Jonathan Toews aims for NHL return with new betting odds revealed for his next team
Jonathan Toews is officially eyeing an NHL comeback, according to multiple reports and the question becomes: where will the three-time Stanley Cup champion end up?
After stepping away from the game due to long COVID and Chronic Immune Response Syndrome, the former Blackhawks captain announced he’s ready to return and sportsbooks like FanDuel have already released odds on his potential destination.
Before stepping away from hockey, Toews played 53 games during the 2022–23 season, tallying 15 goals and 16 assists for 31 points. His faceoff percentage remained strong at 63.1%, and he continued to be relied upon in defensive situations.
With Toews expressing interest in winning another Cup, speculation has swirled around contenders and potential fits, from his hometown Winnipeg Jets to reunion possibilities with former coaches. Now, bettors can get in on the action and wager on where “Captain Serious” might suit up next.
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Jonathan Toews Next Team Betting Odds Per FanDuel Sportsbook
- Winnipeg Jets +210
- Toronto Maple Leafs +300
- Colorado Avalanche +470
- Vegas Golden Knights +650
- Edmonton Oilers +1100
- Tampa Bay Lightning +1500
- Detroit Red Wings +1900
- Anaheim Ducks +2200
- New York Rangers +3400
- Dallas Stars +4500
- Los Angeles Kings +4500
- Washington Capitals +4500
- Minnesota Wild +4500
- Florida Panthers +4500
- New York Islanders +5000
- Calgary Flames +5000
- New Jersey Devils +5000
- Chicago Blackhawks +5500
- Carolina Hurricanes +5500
- Boston Bruins +6000
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Top Contenders in Toews Sweepstakes:
Winnipeg Jets (+210)
Toews returning to Winnipeg would be a storybook homecoming and could be the final piece for a Jets team poised to contend. The Jets dominated the 2024–25 regular season with a league-best 56–22–4 record, earning the Presidents’ Trophy.
Kyle Connor led the charge with 97 points, while Connor Hellebuyck secured his second straight Vezina Trophy with elite goaltending. But with captain Adam Lowry sidelined for 5–6 months after hip surgery, the Jets could use Toews’ leadership and experience down the middle. If Toews is chasing one more Stanley Cup, few teams offer a better shot than Winnipeg.
Anaheim Ducks (+2200)
This is a long shot on paper, but offers one of the most intriguing storylines. Anaheim just hired Joel Quenneville, Toews’ coach during Chicago’s dynasty run, as their new head coach.
The Ducks are rebuilding, but a veteran like Toews could help mentor young players while giving Quenneville a familiar leader to help establish a new culture in Anaheim. We even outlined this possibility in a previous article about how Toews could fit in Anaheim’s system and at +2200 odds, this bet could be a steal.
Colorado Avalanche (+470)
Colorado remains a perennial Cup contender, and Toews would add playoff-tested depth to a core led by Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar. He wouldn’t need to carry the load but could play a crucial shutdown role in key matchups. He’d be joining a roster that already knows how to win.
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Toronto Maple Leafs (+300)
It’s always a circus in Toronto, but the Leafs remain a team on the cusp. Adding Toews could help tilt the balance, especially given their need for reliable two-way forwards in the postseason.
Plus, the spotlight would make for a high-profile final act to his career and further solidify his legend status by ending the Maple Leafs' Cup Curse.
Vegas Golden Knights (+650)
Vegas never shies away from veteran additions and already proved it can win with a deep, physical roster. With some cap gymnastics, Toews could be the next puzzle piece in another deep playoff run.
Edmonton Oilers (+1100)
If Edmonton doesn’t capture the 2025 Stanley Cup, look for them to be aggressive in free agency. Toews could fill a similar role as Corey Perry, who's provided veteran leadership and grit as well as playoff IQ that very few have.
Toews joining the back-to-back Western Conference Champions would give him one of the best chances to chase a ring alongside Connor McDavid.
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