Norris Trophy Odds 2025: Odds On Best Defensemen

The Norris Trophy is awarded annually to the NHL's top defenseman, as voted by the Professional Hockey Writers Association. It honors the player who demonstrates the greatest all-around ability in the position throughout the regular season. Named after James E. Norris, a former owner of the Detroit Red Wings, the award celebrates defensive excellence in hockey.

Latest Norris Trophy Odds (Top Defensemen in the NHL)

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This year is no different than last where we have previous winners in a tight race to win the right to be called the best defensemen in the NHL.

Cale Makar Norris Trophy Odds

Cale Makar, the Colorado Avalanche's star defenseman, is the frontrunner for the Norris Trophy this season. Having previously won the award in 2022, Makar has had an even better season this year, leading all defensemen with 75 points in 64 games. 
His recent performances, including a two-goal, four-assist game against the San Jose Sharks on January 19, 2025, have bolstered his position as the front-runner.  Consequently, his odds have improved to -500, reflecting his strong candidacy for the award.

Zach Werenski Norris Trophy Odds

Zach Werenski, defenseman for the Columbus Blue Jackets, is sitting in a close third for the Norris Trophy this season. As of late-March 2025, his odds stand at +320 (DraftKings), positioning him behind Quinn Hughes and Cale Makar in the race for the award. 
Werenski's recent performances have bolstered his candidacy; notably, he contributed three points in a 5-1 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on February 23, 2025.  Additionally, during the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament, Werenski led all scorers with five assists, enhancing his international profile. 

Quinn Hughes Norris Trophy Odds

Quinn Hughes, the Vancouver Canucks' captain, is a close second for the Norris Trophy this season. After securing the award in the 2023–24 season, Hughes has continued his exceptional performance this season, becoming the third-fastest defenseman in NHL history to reach 300 career assists on November 5, 2024. However, an undisclosed injury caused him to miss the final four games before the 4 Nations Face-Off break, leading to a shift in the Norris Trophy odds. As of mid-March 2025, Hughes' odds have lengthened to +5000, positioning him behind Cale Makar in the race for the award.

Longshot To Win The Norris Trophy

There's a pretty steep drop off between the top 3 defensemen in the NHL and the rest but anything can happen so lets take a look at the best Darkhorse candidate to win.

Josh Morrissey Norris Trophy Odds

Josh Morrissey, defenseman for the Winnipeg Jets, has emerged as a notable contender for the Norris Trophy this season. As of mid-March 2025, his odds have been removed from the board, as he remains far behind the top three contenders after being right behind them for the majority of the season. 

Morrissey's performance has been instrumental in the Jets' success; notably, he secured a two-goal game, including the overtime winner, in a 5-4 victory over the Washington Capitals on February 1, 2025.  Additionally, during the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament, Morrissey logged significant ice time for Team Canada.

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