Series Recap

The Florida Panthers drew first blood in the series and stole home ice with a 5-2 win over the Hurricanes in game one. Carter Verhaeghe opened the scoring for the Panthers 8:30 into the game on the power play before Aaron Ekblad doubled Florida’s lead less than four minutes later. Sebastian Aho got the Hurricanes on the board in the dying seconds of the first but A.J. Greer would restore Florida’s two-goal lead with the lone goal of the second period. Sam Bennett pushed the lead to 4-1 for Florida on the power play 6:08 into the 3^rd and Eetu Luostarinen made it 5-1 for Florida with just over five minutes to go. Jackson Blake scored a consolation goal for Carolina just 1:24 later, but that’s as close as the Hurricanes would get as the Panthers would slam the door shut on Carolina and open the series with a win.

Panthers Looking To Take 2-0 Lead Going Back Home

Sam Reinhart has a team-high 81 points including 39 goals and 42 assists while Sam Bennett has 51 points with 25 goals and 26 assists and Anton Lundell has 45 points of his own with 17 goals and 28 assists. Aleksander Barkov also has 71 points with 51 assists of his own while Carter Verhaeghe has 53 points with 20 goals and 33 assists and Matthew Tkachuk has 57 points with 22 goals and 35 assists. Sergei Bobrovsky is 33-19-2 with a 2.44 GAA and a .906 save percentage in goal for Florida this season. Vitek Vanecek is also 2-4-1 with a 3.00 GAA and an .890 save percentage in goal for the Panthers this year.

Why the Florida Panthers will win

• The Hurricanes have lost each of their last five games as favorites against Atlantic Division opponents.
• The underdogs have won each of the last four games between the Panthers and Hurricanes.
• The Hurricanes have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last seven games against Atlantic Division opponents.
• The underdogs have covered the puck line in 11 of the last 12 games between the Panthers and Hurricanes.

Florida Panthers Player Prop Facts

• Sam Bennett has scored a goal in each of the Panthers’ last four playoff games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• Eetu Luostarinen has recorded at least one point in each of the Panthers’ last six road playoff games.
• Sam Reinhart has recorded at least one assist in each of the Panthers’ last seven Thursday games.
• Aleksander Barkov ranks T1st in the league for shootout goals (4) this season.

Hurricanes Looking To Even Up Set

Sebastian Aho leads Carolina with 74 points with 29 goals and 45 assists while Andrei Svechnikov has 48 points with 20 goals and 28 assists. Jack Roslovic has 39 points with 22 goals while Shayne Gostisbehere’s added 45 points with 7 goals and 38 assists. Seth Jarvis has also chipped in 67 points with a team-high 32 goals as well this season. Pyotr Kochetkov has gone 27-16-3 with a 2.60 GAA and an .898 save percentage in goal for Carolina so far this year while Frederik Andersen is 13-8-1 with a 2.50 GAA and an .899 save percentage on the year. Spencer Martin has also gone 3-4-1 with a 3.89 GAA and an .846 save percentage and Dustin Tokarski’s 4-2 with a 2.18 GAA and a .902 save percentage this season.

Why the Carolina Hurricanes will win

• The Hurricanes have won each of their last 14 games at Lenovo Center following a loss.
• The Panthers have lost three of their last four games following a road win.
• The Hurricanes have covered the puck line in each of their last four games at Lenovo Center following a loss.
• The Panthers have failed to cover the puck line in five of their last six games against Metropolitan Division opponents.

Carolina Hurricanes Player Prop Facts

• Seth Jarvis has scored at least one goal in each of the Hurricanes’ last six Thursday home games.
• Sebastian Aho has recorded at least one assist in each of the Hurricanes’ last eight Game 2s of a playoff series.
• Seth Jarvis has recorded at least one point in each of the Hurricanes’ last 14 night games at Lenovo Center.
• Jackson Blake ranks 2nd amongst rookies for Plus/Minus (+10) this season.

Total Goals Facts

• Each of the Hurricanes’ last six home games against the Panthers following a loss have gone UNDER the total goals line.
• Each of the Panthers’ last six road games have gone OVER the total goals line.

Hurricanes vs Panthers Prediction

I’m on the Hurricanes in this one. I think that the Hurricanes can ill afford to go down 0-2 in this series with a pair of games in Florida on the horizon. The Hurricanes have sent a message in this series that they’re not going to be rattled by Florida’s physical antics and I think the Hurricanes bounce back here.

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Carolina Hurricanes Betting Preview

The Carolina Hurricanes were able to defeat the Washington Capitals in the last round in five games by scores of 2-1, 1-3, 4-0, 5-2, and 3-1. In their game five win, Carolina was tied at one late in the game, but they scored two goals in the final two minutes to pull away with the win. The Hurricanes outshot Washington by a total of 22-19, won 64.2% of the face-offs, and went 0-2 on the power play in the game. Carolina got goals from Jarvis, Staal, and Svechnikov, while Aho and Staal led the way with seven hits each. Frederik Andersen stopped 18 out of 19 shots in the win, which was a .947 save percentage. 

Prior to that series, the Hurricanes defeated the Devils in the first round in five games by scores of 4-1, 3-1, 2-3, 5-2, and 5-4. Carolina led 2-0 after two games in that series, but they dropped game three on the road, before winning games four and five to advance. Carolina has scored 3.24 goals per game and they have allowed 2.81 goals against per game, while also going 18.7% on the power play and 83.6% on the penalty kill this season. Seth Jarvis and Sebastian Aho have led Carolina in the playoffs with 10 points each, while Andrei Svechnikov has added nine points. Frederik Andersen is 7-2 with a 1.36 goals against average and a .937 save percentage for the Hurricanes in the postseason. 

Florida Panthers Betting Preview

The Florida Panthers were able to survive game seven to defeat Toronto in the last round by scores of 4-5, 3-4, 5-4, 2-0, 6-1, 0-2, and 6-1. In their game seven win, Florida scored three goals in the second period to lead 3-0 and they added three more goals in the third after Toronto cut the lead to 3-1. The Panthers outshot Toronto by a total of 34-20, won 49.2% of the face-offs, and went 0-1 on the power play in the game. Florida got goals from Gadjovich, Lundell, Luostarinen, Marchand, Reinhart, and Jones, while Greer and Bennett led the way with seven hits a piece. Sergei Bobrovsky stopped 19 out of 20 shots in the game, which was a .950 save percentage. 

Prior to that series, the Panthers defeated the Lightning in the first round in five games by scores of 6-2, 2-0, 1-5, 4-2, and 6-3. Florida has scored 3.00 goals per game and they have allowed 2.72 goals against per game, while also going 23.5% on the power play and 80.7% on the penalty kill this season. Brad Marchand and Eetu Luostarinen have led Florida with 12 points each in the playoffs, while Sam Reinhart has added 11 points. Sergei Bobrovsky is 8-4 with a 2.31 goals against average and a .901 save percentage in the playoffs. 

Why the Hurricanes will beat the Panthers

• The Hurricanes have won 19 of their last 20 home games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Panthers have lost five of their last six road games following a road win.
• The Panthers have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last five games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• The Hurricanes have covered the puck line in 10 of their last 12 home games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Hurricanes have won the third period in each of their last 11 games as favorites when leading after the second period.

Total Goals Facts

• Each of the last six night games between the Panthers and Hurricanes at Lenovo Center have gone UNDER the total goals line.
• Seven of the Panthers’ last eight road games have gone OVER the total goals line.
• The ‘Over 2.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in five of the Panthers’ last six games as underdogs against opponents on a winning streak.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in 11 of the Hurricanes’ last 12 home games against Atlantic Division opponents.

Carolina Hurricanes Player Prop Facts

• Andrei Svechnikov has scored a goal in four of the Hurricanes’ last five home playoff games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• Seth Jarvis has recorded at least one point in each of the Hurricanes’ last 13 night games at Lenovo Center.
• Dmitry Orlov has recorded at least one assist in six of his last seven playoff appearances against the Panthers.
• Jackson Blake ranks 2nd amongst rookies for Plus/Minus (+10) this season.

Florida Panthers Player Prop Facts

• Matthew Tkachuk has scored the last goal in three of the Panthers’ last four playoff games against the Hurricanes.
• Matthew Tkachuk has scored at least one goal in four of the Panthers’ last five playoff games as underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents.
• Brad Marchand has recorded at least one assist in each of his last four appearances in Game 1s of a playoff series.
• Brad Marchand has recorded at least one point in eight of his last nine road playoff appearances against Eastern Conference opponents.
• Aleksander Barkov ranks T1st in the league for shootout goals (4) this season.

Matchup/League Facts

• The Carolina Hurricanes rank 1st in the league in penalty kill percentage this season (83.61%).
• The Carolina Hurricanes are one of seven teams to rank in the top 10 for both goals scored and goals conceded per game this season.
• The Florida Panthers rank 7th in the league for goals against per game this season (2.72).
• The Florida Panthers rank 1st in the league in penalty minutes this season (843).

Hurricanes vs Panthers Prediction 

Carolina was able to defeat Washington in five games in the second round of the playoffs, while Florida had to go to seven games against Toronto, so the Hurricanes will have the rest advantage and home ice. Carolina has been outstanding on home ice all season, while Florida was right around .500 on the road in the regular season. I do think Carolina will get the win in this game, as that extra rest will help their defense suffocate the Florida attack. This is going to be a big change for Florida, who is used to playing against a Toronto team that wasn’t great on defense, but now has to go against the Carolina pressure. Take the Hurricanes to win at home. 

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Carolina Hurricanes Betting Preview

The Carolina Hurricanes look to make the conference finals for the third time since the 2018-19 season. The Hurricanes are 7-2 in these NHL playoffs and 2-2 on the road. The Hurricanes have allowed two or less goals in six of their last nine games.

The Carolina Hurricanes are averaging 3.44 goals per game and are scoring 30 percent of their power play opportunities. Andrei Svechnikov leads Carolina with 7 goals, Sebastian Aho has 7 assists, and Jaccob Slavin has 23 shots on goal. Defensively, the Carolina Hurricanes are allowing 1.89 goals per game and are killing 92.6 percent of their opponent’s power plays. Frederik Andersen has given up 11 goals on 170 shots faced, and Pyotr Kochetkov has allowed 5 goals on 50 shots.

Washington Capitals Betting Preview

The Washington Capitals look to force a game 6 on Saturday. The Capitals have split their last eight games. The Capitals haven’t lost three straight games since March 25-30.

The Washington Capitals are averaging 2.67 goals per game and are scoring 20 percent of their power play opportunities. Alex Ovechkin leads Washington with 5 goals, Dylan Strome has 9 assists, and Anthony Beauvillier has 20 shots on goal. Defensively, the Washington Capitals are allowing 2.67 goals per game and are killing 69.2 percent of their opponent’s power plays. Logan Thompson has given up 22 goals on 268 shots faced, and Charlie Lindgren has allowed 1 goal on 5 shots.

Why the Washington Capitals will win

• The Hurricanes have lost six of their last seven games as road favorites against opponents on a losing streak.
• The Capitals have won four of their last five games as home underdogs following a road loss.
• The home team has covered the puck line in each of the last 10 games between the Hurricanes and Capitals.
• The Hurricanes have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last eight road games against opponents on a losing streak.
• The home team has won the second period in each of the Capitals’ last 10 games.

Why the Carolina Hurricanes will win

• The Hurricanes have won each of their last four Game 5s of a playoff series.
• The Capitals have lost each of their last four playoff games when facing elimination.
• The Hurricanes have won the third period in each of their last 11 games as favorites when leading after the second period.

Washington Capitals Player Prop Facts

• Tom Wilson has scored a goal in four of the Capitals’ last five home playoff games against the Hurricanes.
• Tom Wilson has recorded an assist in four of the Capitals’ last five home playoff games.
• Aliaksei Protas has recorded at least one point in each of his last six home appearances against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• Aliaksei Protas ranks 1st in the Metropolitan Division for Plus/Minus (+40) this season.

Carolina Hurricanes Player Prop Facts

• Andrei Svechnikov has scored a goal in three of his last four appearances in Game 5s of a playoff series.
• Sebastian Aho has recorded at least one assist in five of the Hurricanes’ last six road games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• Seth Jarvis has recorded at least one point in each of his last 11 Thursday appearances.
• Dmitry Orlov has scored two goals against the Capitals this season – most against any opponent.

Capitals vs Hurricanes Injury Report

The Hurricanes will be without Jesper Fast. Mark Jankowski is questionable.

The Washington Capitals will be without Martin Fehervary.

Capitals vs Hurricanes Prediction

The Hurricanes have absolutely dominated the Capitals in the last two games, outscoring them 9-2, and you can bet that has something to do with this line. However, let’s pump the brakes a bit and realize the home team has won nine of the last 10 games between the Canes and Caps.

Also, the Hurricanes have seen 22 of their 31 losses come on the road, while the Capitals have seen 30 of their 56 wins come at home. The Capitals have won eight of their last 11 home games as an underdog. The Hurricanes have lost seven of their last 10 road games as a favorite. The road / home splits for both the Capitals and Hurricanes is why I lean toward the home underdog.

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Series Recap

The Carolina Hurricanes restored their series lead after picking up a 4-0 win over the Washington Capitals in game three last time out. The game was scoreless through the first 20 minutes and through the first half of the second period, before Andrei Svechnikov gave Carolina the lead 12:34 into the middle frame. Jack Roslovic made it 2-0 Carolina with just over one minute to go in the second heading into the third frame. Eric Robinson made it 3-0 for Carolina early in the third before Jackson Blake added the 4^th goal with 3:16 to go, securing the win.

Capitals Trying To Steal Back Home Ice

Dylan Strome leads the Capitals with 82 points including 29 goals and a team-high 53 assists while Alex Ovechkin has 73 points with 44 goals and 29 assists and Connor McMichael’s added 57 points with 26 goals and 31 assists. Aliaksei Protas has 66 points with 30 goals and 36 assists while Tom Wilson has 65 points and John Carlson has 51 points with Wilson logging 33 goals and 32 assists and Carlson adding 46 assists. Pierre-Luc Dubois also has 66 points with 46 assists of his own. Jakob Chychrun has 47 points with 20 goals and 27 assists as well on the year. In goal for Washington, Logan Thompson has gone 31-6-6 with a 2.49 GAA and a .910 save percentage while Charlie Lindgren is 20-14-3 with a 2.73 GAA and an .896 save percentage this season.

Why the Washington Capitals will win

• The Capitals have won each of their last three games as underdogs following a road loss.
• The Capitals have covered the puck line in each of their last four night games at Lenovo Center following a road loss.
• The Hurricanes have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last four night games following a win.

Washington Capitals Player Prop Facts

• Alex Ovechkin has scored at least one goal in nine of the Capitals’ last 12 games at Lenovo Center.
• Alex Ovechkin has recorded at least one point in seven of his last eight appearances with the Capitals as road underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents.
• Nicklas Backstrom has recorded an assist in four of his last five appearances against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• Aliaksei Protas ranks 1st in the Metropolitan Division for Plus/Minus (+40) this season.

Hurricanes Looking To Put Capitals To The Brink

Sebastian Aho leads Carolina with 74 points with 29 goals and 45 assists while Andrei Svechnikov has 48 points with 20 goals and 28 assists. Jack Roslovic has 39 points with 22 goals while Shayne Gostisbehere’s added 45 points with 7 goals and 38 assists. Seth Jarvis has also chipped in 67 points with a team-high 32 goals as well this season. Pyotr Kochetkov has gone 27-16-3 with a 2.60 GAA and an .898 save percentage in goal for Carolina so far this year while Frederik Andersen is 13-8-1 with a 2.50 GAA and an .899 save percentage on the year. Spencer Martin has also gone 3-4-1 with a 3.89 GAA and an .846 save percentage and Dustin Tokarski’s 4-2 with a 2.18 GAA and a .902 save percentage this season.

Why the Carolina Hurricanes will win

• The Hurricanes have won each of their last 17 home games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• The Capitals have lost each of their last four games at Lenovo Center.
• The home team has covered the puck line in each of the last nine games between the Capitals and Hurricanes.
• The Capitals have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last four games at Lenovo Center.

Carolina Hurricanes Player Prop Facts

• Taylor Hall has recorded an assist in five of his last six appearances with his team as a home favorite against the Capitals.
• Andrei Svechnikov has scored a goal in three of the Hurricanes’ last four home playoff games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• Seth Jarvis has recorded at least one point in each of the Hurricanes’ last 12 night games at Lenovo Center.
• Dmitry Orlov has scored two goals against the Capitals this season – most against any opponent.

Total Goals Facts

• Each of the Hurricanes’ last four games as favorites following a home win have gone UNDER the total goals line.
• Each of the Capitals’ last four games have gone UNDER the total goals line.
• Five of the last six night games between two teams from the Metropolitan Division have gone UNDER the total goals line.

Hurricanes vs Capitals Prediction

I’m on the under here. I get the case to be made for either side here, as Carolina looked strong in Saturday’s matchup, and this is still a lot of plus money on the table with the Capitals. However, this has been a grinder of a series with a lot of low-scoring games and a greater emphasis on low-scoring battles, and I think that the under is in play once again here. Give me the under.

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Washington Capitals Betting Preview

The Washington Capitals (56-23-10, 51-38-0 ATS) eliminated the Montreal Canadiens from the NHL playoffs with a 4-1 win in the Round 1 series, and although they lost Game 1 of the series against the Carolina Hurricanes, they responded with a 3-1 win in Game 2. Connor McMichael, John Carlson, and Tom Wilson scored for the Caps, while Logan Thompson saved 27 of 28 shots he faced.

The Capitals score 3.14 goals per game on average in the playoffs (8th), while they concede 2.14 GPG (2nd). This postseason, Dylan Strome leads the team with 10 points (2 G and 8 A). Tom Wilson has 7 points (3 G and 4 A), while Connor McMichael chips in with 6 points (4 G and 2 A).

Logan Thompson (5-2-0) is expected to start for the Capitals at the goal on Saturday against the Hurricanes. The 28-year-old is allowing 2.01 goals per game this playoffs with a .931 SV% and no shutouts.

Carolina Hurricanes Betting Preview

The Carolina Hurricanes ( 53-31-6, 35-47-7 ATS) didn’t have a lot of problems with the Devils in the opening round of the playoffs. They won 4-1, even though the Devils fought bravely. The Hurricanes did beat the Capitals in Game 1 of the current series and took the home-ice advantage, but the Capitals bounced back with a 3-1 victory. Shayne Gostisbehere scored the only goal for the Canes, while Frederik Andersen stopped 18 of 20 shots he faced.

The Hurricanes average 3.14 goals per game this postseason (8th), while they allow 2.14 GPG (1st). Sebastian Aho leads the team with 9 points (3 G and 6 A). Seth Jarvis contributes 6 points (2 G and 4 A), while Andrei Svechnikov has 6 points (5 G and 1 A).

Frederik Andersen (4-2-0) will likely take his place in the cage for the Hurricanes on Saturday against the Capitals. The 35-year-old is allowing 1.55 goals per game this playoffs with a .930 SV% and no shutouts.

Total Goals Facts

• Four of the Capitals’ last five games against Metropolitan Division opponents have gone UNDER the total goals line.
• Four of the Hurricanes’ last five night games against Metropolitan Division opponents have gone UNDER the total goals line.
• Twelve of the last 16 games between teams from the same division have gone OVER the total goals line.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Hurricanes’ last 10 Saturday at Lenovo Center.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in nine of the Capitals’ last 11 road games.

Matchup/League Facts

• The Carolina Hurricanes rank 25th in the league in power play percentage this season (18.70%).
• The Carolina Hurricanes rank 1st in the league for shots against per game this season (24.9).
• The Washington Capitals are one of seven teams to rank in the top 10 for both goals scored and goals conceded per game this season.
• The Washington Capitals rank T8th in the league for goals against per game this season (2.79).

Hurricanes vs Capitals Prediction

The teams have traded wins in the last couple of years, as each recorded five in the previous ten H2H encounters. Five of Washington’s seven playoff games went Under, which was also the case in five of Carolina’s seven playoff games. I am going with another low-scoring affair here. The Canes are 35-47-7 Over/Under this season, and considering how they play in the postseason, I doubt we will have a shootout on Saturday.

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Carolina Hurricanes Betting Preview

The Carolina Hurricanes look for a fourth straight win to take a 2-0 series lead. The Hurricanes are 5-1 in these NHL playoffs. The Hurricanes have lost seven of their last nine road games.

The Carolina Hurricanes are averaging 3.5 goals per game and are scoring 27.3 percent of their power play opportunities. Andrei Svechnikov leads Carolina with 5 goals, Sebastian Aho has 5 assists, and Jaccob Slavin has 19 shots on goal. Defensively, the Carolina Hurricanes are allowing 2 goals per game and are killing 100 percent of their opponent’s power plays. Frederik Andersen has given up 7 goals on 108 shots faced, and Pyotr Kochetkov has allowed 5 goals on 50 shots.

Washington Capitals Betting Preview

The Washington Capitals need a win to even up the series at 1-1. The Capitals are 4-2 in these NHL playoffs. The Capitals haven’t lost two straight games since April 12-13.

The Washington Capitals are averaging 3.17 goals per game and are scoring 20 percent of their power play opportunities. Alex Ovechkin leads Washington with 4 goals, Dylan Strome has 7 assists, and Anthony Beauvillier has 15 shots on goal. Defensively, the Washington Capitals are allowing 2.33 goals per game and are killing 72.2 percent of their opponent’s power plays. Logan Thompson has given up 13 goals on 176 shots faced, and Charlie Lindgren has allowed 1 goal on 5 shots.

Why the Washington Capitals will win

• The Capitals have won eight of their last nine games as underdogs after coming off overtime.
• The Hurricanes have lost three of their last four games as road favorites following a road win.
• The home team has covered the puck line in each of the last seven games between the Hurricanes and Capitals.
• The Hurricanes have failed to cover the puck line in 10 of their last 11 night games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The home team has won the second period in each of the Capitals’ last seven games.

Why the Carolina Hurricanes will win

• The Hurricanes have won each of their last six games after coming off overtime.
• The Capitals have lost seven of their last eight games against opponents on a winning streak.
• The Capitals have failed to cover the puck line in four of their last five games against opponents on a winning streak.
• The Hurricanes have won the third period in each of their last nine games as favorites when leading after the second period.

Washington Capitals Player Prop Facts

• Aliaksei Protas has scored a goal in four of his last five home appearances against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• John Carlson has recorded an assist in four of the Capitals’ last five Game 2s of a playoff series.
• Alex Ovechkin has recorded at least one point in each of his last nine Thursday appearances against Eastern Conference opponents.
• Aliaksei Protas ranks 1st in the Metropolitan Division for Plus/Minus (+40) this season.

Carolina Hurricanes Player Prop Facts

• Seth Jarvis has scored the last goal in each of his last five Thursday appearances against Eastern Conference opponents.
• Seth Jarvis has scored a goal in four of the Hurricanes’ last five games at Capital One Arena.
• Sebastian Aho has recorded at least one assist in each of the Hurricanes’ last seven Game 2s of a playoff series.
• Sebastian Aho has recorded at least one point in each of the Hurricanes’ last eight Game 2s of a playoff series.
• Dmitry Orlov has scored two goals against the Capitals this season – most against any opponent.

Capitals vs Hurricanes Injury Report

The Washington Capitals will be without Martin Fehervary.

The Hurricanes will be without Jesper Fast. Mark Jankowski is questionable.

Capitals vs Hurricanes Prediction

The Hurricanes have put in work this postseason and oddsmakers have caught on as they look like the team to beat up to this point. However, this is pretty much a must-win game for the Capitals, and we’re getting them at home with plus money. The Caps had their chances to win game 1 despite getting outshot 33-14.

The Capitals are 29-9-7 on their home ice this season, and the Canes have seen 21 of their 30 losses come on the road. The Capitals have won seven of their last 10 games as a home underdog. The Hurricanes have lost six of their last nine games as a road favorite. Give me the Capitals and the more favorable price.

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Carolina Hurricanes Betting Preview

The Carolina Hurricanes (51-30-6, 40-47 ATS) eliminated the New Jersey Devils in the first round of the playoffs, as expected. Game 5 of the series was the most efficient one as the teams produced nine goals and the Canes won 5-4 in the second overtime. Sebastian Aho scored a pair of power-play goals, while Taylor Hall, Jackson Blake, and Andrei Svechnikov also scored for Carolina. Pyotr Kochetkov stopped 31 of 34 shots he faced.

The Hurricanes score 3.80 goals per game on average in the playoffs (5th), while they concede 2.20 GPG (1st). This postseason, Sebastian Aho leads the team with 8 points (3 G and 5 A). Andrei Svechnikov has 6 points (5 G and 1 A), while Seth Jarvis chips in with 5 points (2 G and 3 A).

Frederik Andersen (3-1-0) is expected to start for the Hurricanes at the goal on Tuesday against the Capitals. The 35-year-old is allowing 1.59 goals per game this playoffs with a .936 SV% and no shutouts.

Washington Capitals Betting Preview

The Washington Capitals (55-23-9, 49-38 ATS) advanced to the second round of the playoffs with a 4-1 series win over the Montreal Canadiens. The Canadiens managed to win Game 3, but that was all from them as the Capitals won the next two and clinched the series. In the latest 4-1 victory, Alex Ovechkin, Jakob Chychrun, Tom Wilson, and Brandon Duhaime scored for Washington, while Logan Thompson saved 28 of 29 shots he faced.

The Capitals average 3.60 goals per game this postseason (6th), while they allow 2.40 GPG (2nd). Dylan Strome leads the team with 9 points (2 G and 7 A). Connor McMichael contributes 5 points (3 G and 2 A), while Tom Wilson has 5 points (2 G and 3 A).

Logan Thompson (4-1-0) will likely take his place in the cage for the Capitals on Tuesday against the Hurricanes. The 28-year-old is allowing 2.23 goals per game this playoffs with a .923 SV% and no shutouts.

Total Goals Facts

• Fourteen of the last 16 games between teams from the same division have gone OVER the total goals line.
• Each of the Capitals’ last five games as home underdogs following a home win have gone UNDER the total goals line.
• Each of the Hurricanes’ last four road games following an overtime win have gone UNDER the total goals line.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in 15 of the Capitals’ last 17 games as underdogs against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• The ‘Over 2.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in three of the Hurricanes’ last four games as favorites against the Capitals.

Matchup/League Facts

• The Washington Capitals are one of seven teams to rank in the top 10 for both goals scored and goals conceded per game this season.
• The Washington Capitals rank T8th in the league for goals against per game this season (2.79).
• The Carolina Hurricanes rank 25th in the league in power play percentage this season (18.70%).
• The Carolina Hurricanes rank 1st in the league for shots against per game this season (24.9).

Capitals vs Hurricanes Prediction

The Hurricanes won six of the previous ten H2H encounters. This season, the series is tied at 2-2. Only three of the last ten H2H duels went Over, and considering how these teams are playing defensively in the playoffs, I expect another low-scoring affair. They have the two best defenses in the postseason, and I think one goal will be the difference on Tuesday. I am going with a tight clash and Under.

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New Jersey Devils Betting Preview

The New Jersey Devils need a win to save their season and force a game 6 on Friday. The Devils are in danger of being bounced in the first round for the first time since the 2017-18 season.

The New Jersey Devils are averaging 1.75 goals per game and are scoring 0 percent of their power play opportunities. Nico Hischier leads New Jersey with 3 goals, Jesper Bratt has 2 assists and Timo Meier has 13 shots on goal. Defensively, the New Jersey Devils are allowing 3.5 goals per game and are killing 69.2 percent of their opponent’s power plays. Jacob Markstrom has given up 11 goals on 126 shots faced.

Carolina Hurricanes Betting Preview

The Carolina Hurricanes look to make the second round for a fifth straight season. The Hurricanes have won 15 of their last 18 games when scoring at least three goals.

The Carolina Hurricanes are averaging 3.5 goals per game and are scoring 30.8 percent of their power play opportunities. Andrei Svechnikov leads Carolina with 4 goals, Sebastian Aho has 4 assists, and Eric Robinson has 10 shots on goal. Defensively, the Carolina Hurricanes are allowing 1.75 goals per game and are killing 100 percent of their opponent’s power plays. Frederik Andersen has given up 6 goals on 94 shots faced, while Pyotr Kochetkov has allowed one goal on 15 shots.

Why the Carolina Hurricanes will win

• The Hurricanes have won each of their last 15 home games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• The Devils have lost each of their last nine games at Lenovo Center.
• The Hurricanes have covered the puck line in each of their last six home games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• The Devils have failed to cover the puck line in nine of their last 10 road games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• The Hurricanes have won the third period in each of their last 10 games against Metropolitan Division opponents.

Why the New Jersey Devils will win

• The Hurricanes have lost eight of their last nine night games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Devils have won five of their last six road games following a home loss.
• The Hurricanes have failed to cover the puck line in eight of their last nine night games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Devils have covered the puck line in six of their last seven night games against the Hurricanes following a home loss.
• The Devils have won the third period in 10 of their last 11 games as road underdogs when leading after the second period.

Carolina Hurricanes Player Prop Facts

• Seth Jarvis has scored at least one goal in six of the Hurricanes’ last seven home games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• Sebastian Aho has recorded at least one assist in eight of the Hurricanes’ last nine games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• Seth Jarvis has recorded at least one point in each of the Hurricanes’ last 10 night games at Lenovo Center.
• Logan Stankoven has scored two goals against the Devils this season – equal-most against any opponent.

New Jersey Devils Player Prop Facts

• Jack Hughes has recorded at least one point in each of his last seven appearances against Eastern Conference opponents.
• Jack Hughes has recorded at least one assist in six of his last seven appearances with the Devils as underdogs against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• Jack Hughes has scored at least one goal in each of his last four appearances against Eastern Conference opponents.
• Ondrej Palat has scored two goals against the Hurricanes this season – most against any opponent.

Hurricanes vs Devils Injury Report

The New Jersey Devils will be without Brenden Dillon, Johnathan Kovacevic, and Luke Hughes.

The Hurricanes will be without Jesper Fast with a neck injury. Frederik Andersen is questionable due to an undisclosed issue.

Hurricanes vs Devils Prediction

The Devils have had success on the road this season, where they’ve won 23 games, so you can make a case for the big plus money. The problem is, the Devils haven’t been able to find offense lately, especially in this series. The Canes have won seven of the last 10 games against the Devils, and have bottled them up through four games. In seven of the last 10 games against the Hurricanes, the Devils have scored two or fewer goals. The Canes are an experienced playoff team that has a team on the ropes at home, where they’re 33-9-1 on the year. Give me the Hurricanes and the PL for max betting value.

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Carolina Hurricanes Betting Preview

The Carolina Hurricanes look for a road win to take a commanding 3-1 series lead. The Hurricanes lost game 3 in double overtime and have now lost eight of their last 11 games.

The Carolina Hurricanes are averaging 3 goals per game and are scoring 30 percent of their power play opportunities. Logan Stankoven leads Carolina with 2 goals, Taylor Hall has 2 assists, and Jesperi Kotkaniemi has 9 shots on goal. Defensively, the Carolina Hurricanes are allowing 1.67 goals per game and are killing 100 percent of their opponent’s power plays. Frederik Andersen has given up 5 goals on 87 shots faced.

New Jersey Devils Betting Preview

The New Jersey Devils look for another home win to even up the series at 2-2. The Devils have now won three straight games that have made it out of regulation.

The New Jersey Devils are averaging 1.67 goals per game and are scoring 0 percent of their power play opportunities. Nico Hischier leads New Jersey with 2 goals, Jesper Bratt has 2 assists and Timo Meier has 10 shots on goal. Defensively, the New Jersey Devils are allowing 3 goals per game and are killing 70 percent of their opponent’s power plays. Jacob Markstrom has given up 7 goals on 98 shots faced.

Why the New Jersey Devils will win

• The Hurricanes have lost each of their last five games as road favorites.
• The home team has won each of the last seven games between the Hurricanes and Devils.
• The home team has covered the puck line in each of the last seven games between the Hurricanes and Devils.
• The Hurricanes have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last seven road games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Devils have won the third period in each of their last five day games at Prudential Center when leading after the second period.

Why the Carolina Hurricanes will win

• The Devils have lost seven of their last eight games at Prudential Center following an overtime win.
• The Hurricanes have won each of their last four games after coming off overtime.
• The Devils have failed to cover the puck line in eight of their last nine games against Eastern Conference opponents after coming off overtime.
• The favorites have covered the puck line in seven of the last eight games between the Hurricanes and Devils.
• The Hurricanes have won the third period in each of their last nine games against Metropolitan Division opponents.

New Jersey Devils Player Prop Facts

• Nico Hischier has scored a goal in each of the Devils’ last four games as home underdogs against the Hurricanes.
• Jack Hughes has recorded at least one assist in each of his last four appearances with the Devils as home underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents.
• Jack Hughes has recorded at least one point in each of his eight previous home appearances against the Hurricanes.
• Ondrej Palat has scored two goals against the Hurricanes this season – most against any opponent.

Carolina Hurricanes Player Prop Facts

• Jalen Chatfield has scored the first goal in three of the Hurricanes’ last four day games.
• Seth Jarvis has scored at least one goal in six of the Hurricanes’ last seven games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• Sebastian Aho has recorded at least one assist in seven of the Hurricanes’ last eight games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• Sebastian Aho has recorded at least one point in each of the Hurricanes’ last 12 games as road favorites against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• Logan Stankoven has scored two goals against the Devils this season – equal-most against any opponent.

Devils vs Hurricanes Injury Report

The Hurricanes will be without Jesper Fast.

The New Jersey Devils will be without Brenden Dillon and Luke Hughes. Johnathan Kovacevic is questionable.

Devils vs Hurricanes Prediction

It’s going to take more than one win for me to believe the Devils have the offensive firepower to really win this series. However, the Devils winning in double overtime can do wonders for a team confidence wise. Wins like that can sometimes feel like you won a game and a half, and it can have a carry-over effect. 

The Canes aren’t the same team on the road as they are at home, as they have just 16 road wins. The Hurricanes were a mess to finish the regular season, and their offense has gone into hiding a lot during this stretch. The Canes are the better team, but the value is with the Devils at home and a chance to make 1.5 times your money.

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Carolina Hurricanes Betting Preview

The Carolina Hurricanes (49-30-5, 39-45 ATS) are in a commanding position in this playoff series after defeating the Devils in the opening two games. Following a convincing 4-1 win in Game 1, the Canes had to come from behind in Game 2, but still secured a 3-1 win in the end. Shayne Gostisbehere, Jordan Martinook (shorthanded), and Seth Jarvis scored for Carolina, while Frederik Andersen saved 25 of 26 shots he faced.

The Hurricanes score 3.24 goals per game on average (9th), while they concede 2.81 GPG (10th). This season, Sebastian Aho leads the team with 75 points (29 G and 46 A). Seth Jarvis has 68 points (32 G and 36 A), while Andrei Svechnikov chips in with 50 points (21 G and 29 A).

Frederik Andersen (15-8-1) is expected to start for the Hurricanes at the goal on Friday against the Devils. The 35-year-old is allowing 2.50 goals per game this year with a .899 SV% and one shutout.

New Jersey Devils Betting Preview

The New Jersey Devils (42-35-7, 32-52 ATS) are hoping not to drop into the hole after losing the opening two games of this series. The Devils scored just one goal in each game in Carolina, and their offense must improve if they want to extend this series. Jesper Bratt scored in Game 2 to give the lead to Devils, but the Canes responded with three goals and secured the win. Jacob Markstrom stopped 25 of 27 shots he faced.

The Devils average 2.93 goals per game this year (18th), while they allow 2.68 GPG (5th). Jesper Bratt leads the team with 90 points (22 G and 68 A). Nico Hischier contributes 70 points (36 G and 34 A), while Timo Meier has 53 points (26 G and 27 A).

Jacob Markstrom (26-18-6) will likely take his place in the cage for the Devils on Friday against the Hurricanes. The 35-year-old is allowing 2.50 goals per game this year with a .900 SV% and four shutouts.

Why the Devils will beat the Hurricanes

• The Hurricanes have lost each of their last four games as road favorites against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The home team has won each of the last six games between the Hurricanes and Devils.
• The home team has covered the puck line in each of the last six games between the Hurricanes and Devils.
• The Hurricanes have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last six road games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Hurricanes have lost the second period in each of their last four night games at Prudential Center following a win.

Total Goals Facts

• Five of the Devils’ last six games at Prudential Center against opponents on a winning streak have gone UNDER the total goals line.
• Four of the Hurricanes’ last five night games against the Devils following a win have gone UNDER the total goals line.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in 18 of the Devils’ last 19 games as home underdogs.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 2′ market has hit in each of the Hurricanes’ last seven games against Metropolitan Division opponents.

Matchup/League Facts

• The New Jersey Devils rank 5th in the league for goals against per game this season (2.68).
• The New Jersey Devils are the only team in the league to rank top 5 for both power play and penalty kill percentage this season.
• The Carolina Hurricanes rank 25th in the league in power play percentage this season (18.70%).
• The Carolina Hurricanes rank 1st in the league for shots against per game this season (24.9).

Devils vs Hurricanes Prediction

The Hurricanes won eight of the previous ten H2H encounters, four of six this season, and were better in the last three meetings. Coming back from a 0-3 hole seems highly unlikely for the Devils, so they cannot afford to lose this one. If they do lose on Friday, I’m afraid they will be swept, which would be a sad ending to the season. The Devils must utilize their defense, one of the best five in the NHL, on home ice and prevent the Canes from scoring more than two goals. If that happens, the Devils will have their chance. I am backing New Jersey to get back into the series with a W here.

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New Jersey Devils Betting Preview

The New Jersey Devils look for a bounce back effort after losing game 1 in a blowout. The Devils have lost five of their last six games and have allowed four or more goals in five of their last six games.

The New Jersey Devils are averaging 1 goal per game and are scoring 0 percent of their power play opportunities. Nico Hischier leads New Jersey with 1 goal, Brett Pesce has 1 assist and Jesper Bratt has 3 shots on goal. Defensively, the New Jersey Devils are allowing 4 goals per game and are killing 66.7 percent of their opponent’s power plays. Jacob Markstrom has given up 3 goals on 44 shots faced.

Carolina Hurricanes Betting Preview

The Carolina Hurricanes look for another win to take a quick 2-0 series lead. The Hurricanes look to win back-to-back games for the first time since March 30 – April 2.

The Carolina Hurricanes are averaging 4 goals per game and are scoring 33.3 percent of their power play opportunities. Logan Stankoven leads Carolina with 2 goals, Taylor Hall has 2 assists, and Andrei Svechnikov has 5 shots on goal. Defensively, the Carolina Hurricanes are allowing 1 goal per game and are killing 100 percent of their opponent’s power plays. Frederik Andersen has given up 1 goal on 24 shots faced.

Why the Carolina Hurricanes will win

• The Hurricanes have won each of their last 14 home games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• The Devils have lost each of their last eight games at Lenovo Center.
• The favorites have covered the puck line in each of the last six games between the Devils and Hurricanes.
• The Devils have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last six games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Hurricanes have won the third period in each of their last seven games against Metropolitan Division opponents.

Why the New Jersey Devils will win

• The Hurricanes have lost each of their last seven night games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Devils have won five of their last six road games following a road loss.
• The Hurricanes have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last seven night games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Devils have covered the puck line in each of their last three games as road underdogs following a road loss.
• The Devils have won the third period in 10 of their last 11 games as road underdogs when leading after the second period.

Carolina Hurricanes Player Prop Facts

• Logan Stankoven has scored at least one goal in each of the Hurricanes’ last five games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• Sebastian Aho has recorded at least one assist in each of the Hurricanes’ last six Game 2s of a playoff series.
• Sebastian Aho has recorded at least one point in 21 of the Hurricanes’ last 22 games as favorites against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• Logan Stankoven has scored two goals against the Devils this season – equal-most against any opponent.

New Jersey Devils Player Prop Facts

• Jesper Bratt has recorded at least one assist in seven of the Devils’ last eight games as underdogs against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• Jack Hughes has scored at least one goal in each of his last four appearances against Eastern Conference opponents.
• Jack Hughes has recorded at least one point in each of his last seven appearances against Eastern Conference opponents.
• Ondrej Palat has scored two goals against the Hurricanes this season – most against any opponent.

Hurricanes vs Devils Injury Report

The Hurricanes will be without Jesper Fast.

The New Jersey Devils will be without Jonas Siegenthaler. Brenden Dillon and Cody Glass are questionable.

Hurricanes vs Devils Prediction

The Devils have had success on the road this season, but they’ve lost eight of the last 10 games against the Hurricanes. The Devils have been outscored 9-3 in the last two games against the Devils. The Devils have also been sluggish offensively lately, scoring two or fewer goals in five of their last six games.

The Hurricanes are arguably the scariest team in the field and looked flawless in game 1. The Hurricanes are 32-9-1 on their home ice this season. I’m not stepping in front of the Canes. Give me the Hurricanes and the PL for max betting value.

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Carolina Hurricanes Betting Preview

The Carolina Hurricanes are 47-30-5 this season after they lost to Ottawa by a score of 7-5 in their last game. Carolina erased a 3-0 deficit and took a 5-3 lead, but they allowed the last four goals in the loss. The Hurricanes outshot Ottawa by a total of 33-32, won 50.8% of the face-offs, and went 1-3 on the power play in the game. Carolina got goals from Brind’Amour, Jost, Kotkaniemi, Roslovic, and Svechnikov, while Andersen stopped 25 out of 32 shots in the loss. 

Prior to that game, the Hurricanes lost to the Canadiens by a score of 4-2 and the Maple Leafs by a score of 4-1. Carolina has lost seven of their last eight games and they finished second in the Metro standings with 99 points. Carolina has scored 3.24 goals per game and they have allowed 2.81 goals against per game, while also going 18.7% on the power play and 83.6% on the penalty kill this season. Sebastian Aho has led Carolina with 29 goals, 45 assists, and 207 shots on goal, while Seth Jarvis has added 32 goals, 35 assists, and 204 shots on goal. Pyotr Kochetkov is 27-16-3 with a 2.60 goals against average and an .898 save percentage this season. 

New Jersey Devils Betting Preview

The New Jersey Devils are 42-33-7 this year after they lost to Detroit by a score of 5-2 in their last game. New Jersey cut the deficit from 3-0 to 3-2 in the third, but they allowed the last two goals in the game to seal the loss. The Devils outshot Detroit by a total of 30-27, won 53.1% of the face-offs, and went 1-2 on the power play in the game. New Jersey got goals from Haula and Mercer, while Daws stopped 22 out of 26 shots in the loss. 

Prior to that game, the Devils defeated the Bruins by a score of 5-4, but did lose to the Islanders by a score of 1-0 before that. New Jersey has lost four of their last five games and they finished third in the Metro standings with 91 points. New Jersey has scored 2.93 goals per game and they have allowed 2.68 goals against per game, while also going 28.2% on the power play and 82.7% on the penalty kill this season. Jesper Bratt has led New Jersey with 21 goals, 67 assists, and 180 shots on goal, while Nico Hischier has added 35 goals, 34 assists, and 187 shots on goal. Jacob Markstrom is 26-16-6 with a 2.50 goals against average and a .900 save percentage this year. 

Why the Devils will beat the Hurricanes

• The Hurricanes have lost five of their last six games as favorites.
• The Devils have won nine of their last 10 road games following a loss.
• The Devils have covered the puck line in each of their last seven games as road underdogs following a loss.
• The Hurricanes have failed to cover the puck line in seven of their last eight games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Devils have won the third period in 10 of their last 11 games as road underdogs when leading after the second period.

Total Goals Facts

• Each of the Devils’ last seven day games following a loss have gone UNDER the total goals line.
• Each of the Hurricanes’ last five games against the Devils following a road loss have gone OVER the total goals line.
• Each of the last three games between teams from the same division have gone OVER the total goals line.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 2′ market has hit in each of the Hurricanes’ last 14 home games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in 14 of the Devils’ last 15 games as underdogs.

Carolina Hurricanes Player Prop Facts

• Seth Jarvis has scored at least one goal in each of the Hurricanes’ last five home games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• Sebastian Aho has recorded at least one assist in each of the Hurricanes’ last seven home games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• Sebastian Aho has recorded at least one point in each of the Hurricanes’ last 21 games as favorites against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• Jack Roslovic has recorded two assists against the Devils this season – equal-most against any opponent.

New Jersey Devils Player Prop Facts

• Jesper Bratt has recorded at least one assist in each of the Devils’ last four games against the Hurricanes.
• Jack Hughes has recorded at least one point in each of his last seven appearances against Eastern Conference opponents.
• Jack Hughes has scored at least one goal in each of his last four appearances against Eastern Conference opponents.
• Ondrej Palat has scored two goals against the Hurricanes this season – most against any opponent.

Matchup/League Facts

• The Carolina Hurricanes rank 1st in the league in penalty kill percentage this season (83.61%).
• The Carolina Hurricanes are one of seven teams to rank in the top 10 for both goals scored and goals conceded per game this season.
• The New Jersey Devils rank 2nd in the league in penalty kill percentage this season (82.67%).
• The New Jersey Devils rank 3rd in the league in power play percentage this season (28.24%).

Hurricanes vs Devils Prediction 

Both of these teams finished the regular season struggling to find wins, so it will be interesting to see which team can get back on track here. The Hurricanes are 31-9-1 at home this year, while the Devils are 23-16-2 on the road. New Jersey has lost four of their last five games, while Carolina has lost seven of their last eight. These two teams split the season series with two wins each and I think they are pretty evenly matched, even with Jack Hughes out for the season. This should be a pretty low scoring series and I think game one could go either way, so I will take the Devils and the plus money. 

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Ottawa Senators Betting Preview

The Ottawa Senators are 44-30-7 this season after they lost to Chicago in overtime by a score of 4-3 in their last game. Ottawa trailed 2-0 and 3-2, but they were able to tie the game at three, before losing in overtime. The Senators outshot Chicago by a total of 37-16, won 62% of the face-offs, and went 2-3 on the power play in the game. Ottawa got goals from Batherson, Cousins, and Chabot, while Forsberg stopped 12 out of 16 shots in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Senators defeated the Flyers by a score of 4-3 and the Canadiens by a score of 5-2. Ottawa has won five of their last seven games and they are currently fourth in the Atlantic standings with 95 points. Ottawa has scored 2.90 goals per game and they have allowed 2.80 goals against per game, while also going 23.4% on the power play and 77.9% on the penalty kill this season. Tim Stutzle has led Ottawa with 23 goals, 53 assists, and 158 shots on goal, while Drake Batherson has added 24 goals, 41 assists, and 188 shots on goal. Linus Ullmark is 24-14-3 with a 2.67 goals against average and a .911 save percentage this season. 

Carolina Hurricanes Betting Preview

The Carolina Hurricanes are 47-29-5 this year after they lost to Montreal by a score of 4-2 in their last game. Carolina tied the game at one in the first and cut the deficit to 3-2 in the third, but they allowed an empty net goal with about two minutes left to put the game away. The Hurricanes outshot Montreal by a total of 29-21, won 62.1% of the face-offs, and went 0-1 on the power play in the game. Carolina got goals from Hall and Jost, while Kochetkov stopped 17 out of 20 shots in the game. 

Prior to that game, the Hurricanes lost to the Maple Leafs by a score of 4-1, but did beat the Rangers by a score of 7-3 before that. Carolina has lost six of their last seven games and they are currently second in the Metro standings with 99 points. Carolina has scored 3.24 goals per game and they have allowed 2.74 goals against per game, while also going 18.6% on the power play and 84.1% on the penalty kill this season. Sebastian Aho has led Carolina with 29 goals, 45 assists, and 207 shots on goal, while Seth Jarvis has added 32 goals, 35 assists, and 204 shots on goal. Frederik Andersen is 13-7-1 with a 2.29 goals against average and a .907 save percentage this season. 

Why the Senators will beat the Hurricanes

• The Hurricanes have lost each of their last six night games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Senators have won nine of their last 10 home games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Hurricanes have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last nine road games against Atlantic Division opponents.
• The home team has covered the puck line in nine of the Hurricanes’ last 10 games.
• The Hurricanes have lost the second period in each of their last five night games.

Why the Hurricanes will beat the Senators

• The underdogs have won five of the Hurricanes’ last seven games.
• The Senators have lost four of their last seven games as favorites against opponents who are on the second leg of a back-to-back.
• The Senators have failed to cover the puck line in 10 of their last 11 home games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• The underdogs have covered the puck line in 11 of the Senators’ last 13 games.
• The Hurricanes have won the third period in each of their last six games when leading after the second period.

Total Goals Facts

• Each of the Senators’ last four games have gone OVER the total goals line.
• Four of the Hurricanes’ last five games at Canadian Tire Centre following a road loss have gone UNDER the total goals line.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in seven of the Senators’ last eight night games at Canadian Tire Centre.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in each of the Hurricanes’ last four games at Canadian Tire Centre.

Ottawa Senators Player Prop Facts

• Thomas Chabot has recorded at least one point in each of the Senators’ last six games against opponents who are playing on the second leg of a back-to-back.
• Thomas Chabot has scored a goal in three of the Senators’ last four games.
• Thomas Chabot has recorded at least one assist in each of his last six home appearances against Metropolitan Division opponents.

Carolina Hurricanes Player Prop Facts

• Seth Jarvis has recorded at least one point in each of the Hurricanes’ last 10 Thursday games.
• Seth Jarvis has scored at least one goal in seven of the Hurricanes’ last eight Thursday games.
• Dmitry Orlov has recorded at least one assist in each of his last six appearances at Canadian Tire Centre.
• Seth Jarvis has scored the last goal in each of the Hurricanes’ last five Thursday games against Eastern Conference opponents.

Senators vs Hurricanes Prediction 

Ottawa comes into this matchup trying to maintain their momentum for the playoffs this weekend, but they also are trying to stay healthy through this game. The Senators are 26-11-3 at home this year, while the Hurricanes are 16-20-4 on the road. Carolina has really struggled down the stretch this season, so they will be trying to find at least a little bit of positive momentum in this game. Both of these teams have been very good defensively for the majority of the season and I just don’t think we are going to see a lot of aggressive play, so I like the under in this game. 

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Matchup History

These two teams have split the regular season meetings between the two, with the home team winning both meetings. Montreal won at home 4-0 on February 25^th, 2025, before Carolina picked up a 4-1 home win on March 28^th, 2025. The Hurricanes have still won 9 of the last 10 meetings between these two teams.

Carolina Hurricanes Recap

The Carolina Hurricanes come into this game looking to bounce back from a 4-1 loss at the hands of the Toronto Maple Leafs last time out to fall to 47-28-5 on the year. After this game, the Carolina Hurricanes will head on the road for their regular season finale against the Ottawa Senators.

Hurricanes Drop 5 Of Their Last 6

Sebastian Aho leads Carolina with 74 points with 29 goals and 45 assists while Andrei Svechnikov has 46 points with 19 goals and 27 assists. Jack Roslovic has 38 points with 21 goals while Shayne Gostisbehere’s added 44 points with 7 goals and 37 assists. Seth Jarvis has also chipped in 67 points with a team-high 32 goals as well this season. Pyotr Kochetkov has gone 27-15-3 with a 2.59 GAA and an .898 save percentage in goal for Carolina so far this year while Frederik Andersen is 13-7-1 with a 2.29 GAA and a .907 save percentage on the year. Spencer Martin has also gone 3-4-1 with a 3.89 GAA and an .846 save percentage and Dustin Tokarski’s 4-2 with a 2.18 GAA and a .902 save percentage this season.

Why the Carolina Hurricanes will win

• The underdogs have won five of the Hurricanes’ last six games.
• The Canadiens have lost two of their last three games as favorites after coming off overtime.
• The Hurricanes have covered the puck line in seven of their last eight games as underdogs against Atlantic Division opponents.
• The Canadiens have failed to cover the puck line in 11 of their last 13 games as favorites.

Carolina Hurricanes Player Prop Facts

• Seth Jarvis has recorded at least one point in 14 of the Hurricanes’ last 16 night games.
• Brent Burns has recorded an assist in each of his last four appearances with his team as an underdog against the Canadiens.
• Jackson Blake has recorded two assists against the Canadiens this season – equal-most against any opponent.

Montreal Canadiens Recap

The Montreal Canadiens come into this game looking to rebound from a 4-3 shootout loss at the hands of the Chicago Blackhawks last time out to fall to 39-31-11 on the year.

Canadiens Need A Point To Clinch

Nick Suzuki has a team-high 87 points with 29 goals and a team-high 58 assists while Cole Caufield has 69 points with a team-high 37 goals. Mike Matheson has 25 assists while Juraj Slafkovsky has 50 points with 32 assists and Lane Hutson has 59 assists as well on the year. Brendan Gallagher has 38 points with 21 goals while Jake Evans has 35 points with 12 goals and 23 assists. In goal for Montreal, Sam Montembeault has gone 30-24-7 with a 2.83 GAA and a .901 save percentage while Cayden Primeau is 2-3-1 with a 4.70 GAA and an .836 save percentage this season. Jakub Dobes is also 7-4-3 with a 2.74 GAA and a .909 save percentage as well on the year.

Why the Montreal Canadiens will win

• The Canadiens have won each of their last eight home games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Hurricanes have lost seven of their last eight road games against Atlantic Division opponents.
• The Hurricanes have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last eight road games against Atlantic Division opponents.
• The home team has covered the puck line in eight of the Hurricanes’ last nine games.

Montreal Canadiens Player Prop Facts

• Nick Suzuki has scored the last goal in three of the Canadiens’ last four home games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• Nick Suzuki has scored at least one goal in seven of the Canadiens’ last eight home games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• Nick Suzuki has recorded at least one assist in eight of the Canadiens’ last nine games as favorites.
• Nick Suzuki has recorded at least one point in 12 of the Canadiens’ last 13 games as favorites against Eastern Conference opponents.
• Mike Matheson ranks 2nd in the Atlantic Division for average time on ice (25:04) this season.

Total Goals Facts

• Each of the Canadiens’ last 12 Wednesday games as home favorites have gone UNDER the total goals line.
• Each of the Hurricanes’ last five games as underdogs following a home loss have gone UNDER the total goals line.

Canadiens vs Hurricanes Prediction

I’m on Montreal here. Both teams aren’t in the greatest of form down the stretch, but if we just look at this from a motivation perspective, the Hurricanes have nothing but pride and spoiler to play for here. They have a back-to-back to close out the regular season. Not to mention, Carolina’s been far less effective on the road this year. Montreal has a chance to control their own destiny and lock up a playoff spot on their terms with the Columbus Blue Jackets surging and breathing down their necks. If we just focus on who is more motivated, we’re getting the Canadiens at a steal of a price here. Give me Montreal.

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Toronto Maple Leafs Betting Preview

The Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Lightning and Canadiens, and they play the Sabres and Red Wings next. The Maple Leafs have won 10 of their last 13 games and are closing in on an Atlantic title.

The Toronto Maple Leafs are averaging 3.23 goals per game and are scoring 25.5 percent of their power-play opportunities. William Nylander leads Toronto with 44 shots on goal, Mitch Marner has 72 shots on goal, and Auston Matthews has 252 shots on goal. Defensively, the Toronto Maple Leafs are allowing 2.85 goals per game and are killing 78 percent of their opponent’s power plays. Anthony Stolarz has allowed 71 goals on 920 shots faced, and Joseph Woll has given up 107 goals on 1,156 shots.

Carolina Hurricanes Betting Preview

The Carolina Hurricanes lost to the Capitals, beat the Rangers, and they play the Canadiens and Senators next. The Hurricanes have been a .500 team over their last 12 games.

The Carolina Hurricanes are averaging 3.27 goals per game and are scoring 18.5 percent of their power play opportunities. Seth Jarvis leads Carolina with 32 goals, Sebastian Aho has 45 assists, and Andrei Svechnikov has 172 shots on goal. Defensively, the Carolina Hurricanes are allowing 2.72 goals per game and are killing 83.9 percent of their opponent’s power plays. Spencer Martin has given up 27 goals on 175 shots faced, and Pyotr Kochetkov has allowed 118 goals on 1,151 shots.

Why the Carolina Hurricanes will win

• The Hurricanes have won each of their last 14 home games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Maple Leafs have lost four of their last five games at Lenovo Center.
• The home team has covered the puck line in each of the Hurricanes’ last eight games.
• The Maple Leafs have failed to cover the puck line in seven of their last eight road games following a win.
• The Hurricanes have won the third period in each of their last six games when leading after the second period.

Why the Toronto Maple Leafs will win

• The Maple Leafs have won each of their last six games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• The Hurricanes have lost four of their last five games as favorites.
• The Maple Leafs have covered the puck line in 21 of their last 22 games as underdogs following an overtime win.
• The Hurricanes have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last four night games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Maple Leafs have won the second period in each of their last five games against Metropolitan Division opponents.

Hurricanes vs Maple Leafs Injury Report

The Hurricanes will be without Jesper Fast, Jesperi Kotkaniemi, Taylor Hall, and Shayne Gostisbehere.

The Maple Leafs won’t have Jani Hakanpaa, David Kampf, Oliver Ekman-Larsson, and Jake McCabe.

Hurricanes vs Maple Leafs Prediction

The Hurricanes are going to get the nod from oddsmakers because they’re the more trustworthy tram, and they’re at home where they’re 31-8-1 on the season. However, this line is a bit thick for a Maple Leafs team that’s playing great hockey and is closing in on a division title. Let’s not act like the Canes weren’t riding a four-game losing streak before their win last night over the Rangers. With wins in six of their last seven games and back-to-back overtime wins, the confidence has to be flowing for the Leafs right now. I’ll grab the plus money.

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Carolina Hurricanes Betting Preview

The Carolina Hurricanes are 46-27-5 this year after they lost to Washington in a shootout by a score of 5-4 in their last game. Carolina led 2-0 in the first period, but they needed two goals in the third period to tie the game, before losing in the shootout. The Hurricanes outshot Washington by a total of 34-28, won 64.9% of the face-offs, and went 0-1 on the power play in the game. Carolina got goals from Blake, Jarvis, Martinook, and Stankoven, while Andersen stopped 24 out of 28 shots in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Hurricanes lost to the Sabres by a score of 3-0 and the Bruins by a score of 5-1. Carolina has lost four games in a row and they are currently second in the Metro standings with 97 points. Carolina has scored 3.22 goals per game and they have allowed 2.72 goals against per game, while also going 18.6% on the power play and 84.2% on the penalty kill this season. Sebastian Aho has led Carolina with 28 goals, 43 assists, and 202 shots on goal, while Seth Jarvis has added 31 goals, 32 assists, and 199 shots on goal. Pyotr Kochetkov is 26-15-3 with a 2.58 goals against average and an .898 save percentage this season. 

New York Rangers Betting Preview

The New York Rangers are 37-35-7 this season after they defeated the Islanders by a score of 9-2 in their last game. New York scored the first five goals in this game and they were able to cruise to the win in the third period. The Rangers were outshot by a total of 46-32, won 37.5% of the face-offs, and went 1-1 on the power play in the game. New York got goals from Berard (2), Cuylle, Lafreniere, Panarin (2), Parssinen, Trocheck, and Zibanejad, while Shesterkin stopped 44 out of 46 shots in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Rangers lost to the Flyers by a score of 8-5 and the Lightning by a score of 5-1. New York has lost three of their last four games and they are currently tied for fourth in the Metro standings with 81 points. New York has scored 3.08 goals per game and they have allowed 3.10 goals against per game, while also going 17.6% on the power play and 80.3% on the penalty kill this season. Artemi Panarin has led New York with 37 goals, 50 assists, and 232 shots on goal, while Adam Fox has added nine goals, 51 assists, and 127 shots on goal. Igor Shesterkin is 26-28-5 with a 2.87 goals against average and a .905 save percentage this year. 

Why the Hurricanes will beat the Rangers

• The Hurricanes have won each of their last 13 home games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Rangers have lost six of their last seven day games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The home team has covered the puck line in each of the Hurricanes’ last seven games.
• The Rangers have failed to cover the puck line in five of their last six day games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• The Hurricanes have won the third period in each of their last seven games as favorites against Metropolitan Division opponents when trailing after the second period.

Why the Rangers will beat the Hurricanes

• The Hurricanes have lost each of their last four games as favorites.
• The Rangers have won six of their last eight games as road underdogs against the Hurricanes.
• The underdogs have covered the puck line in each of the Rangers’ last eight games at Lenovo Center.
• The Hurricanes have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last four games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Rangers have won the second period in each of their last five road games following a road win.

Total Goals Facts

• Each of the Rangers’ last eight day games against opponents on a losing streak have gone OVER the total goals line.
• Each of the Hurricanes’ last four day games at Lenovo Center have gone OVER the total goals line.
• Five of the last six day games between teams from the same division have gone UNDER the total goals line.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 2′ market has hit in each of the Hurricanes’ last 13 home games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Rangers’ last nine day games against opponents on a losing streak.

Carolina Hurricanes Player Prop Facts

• Sebastian Aho has recorded at least one point in each of the Hurricanes’ last 20 games as favorites against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• Seth Jarvis has scored at least one goal in each of the Hurricanes’ last four home games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• Sebastian Aho has recorded at least one assist in each of the Hurricanes’ last six home games against Metropolitan Division opponents.

New York Rangers Player Prop Facts

• Artemi Panarin has scored at least one goal in six of the Rangers’ last seven games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• Adam Fox has recorded at least one assist in six of his last seven road appearances against Eastern Conference opponents.
• J.T. Miller has recorded at least one point in 11 of the Rangers’ last 12 road games.

Matchup/League Facts

• The Carolina Hurricanes rank 1st in the league in penalty kill percentage this season (84.21%).
• The Carolina Hurricanes are one of six teams to rank in the top 10 for both goals scored and goals conceded per game this season.
• The New York Rangers rank 27th in the league in power play percentage this season (17.56%).
• The New York Rangers rank 1st in the league in short handed goals this season (16).

Hurricanes vs Rangers Prediction 

New York comes into this matchup with their backs against the wall in the wild card race and they have allowed 19 goals in their last four games. The Rangers are 19-16-4 on the road this year, while the Hurricanes are 30-8-1 at home. Carolina has lost four games in a row and they have very little to play for, as they are locked into the second seed in the Metro. Neither team has been very good defensively in recent games and I think we are going to see a wide open game. Take the over here. 

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Matchup History

The Carolina Hurricanes won the most recent meeting between these two teams by a final score of 5-1 back on April 2^nd, 2025. The win for Carolina in that game made it five straight wins for the home team in this head-to-head matchup.

Carolina Hurricanes Recap

The Carolina Hurricanes come into this game looking to bounce back from a 3-0 loss at the hands of the Buffalo Sabres last time out to fall to 46-27-4 on the year. After this game, the Hurricanes will head home for a game against the New York Rangers.

Hurricanes Lose Third Straight

Sebastian Aho leads Carolina with 70 points, with 28 goals and 42 assists, while Andrei Svechnikov has 45 points with 19 goals and 26 assists. Jack Roslovic has 37 points with 21 goals, while Shayne Gostisbehere has added 40 points with 7 goals and 33 assists. Seth Jarvis has also chipped in 61 points with a team-high 30 goals this season. Pyotr Kochetkov has gone 26-15-3 with a 2.58 GAA and an .898 save percentage in goal for Carolina so far this year, while Frederik Andersen is 13-6 with a 2.11 GAA and a .914 save percentage on the year. Spencer Martin has also gone 3-4-1 with a 3.89 GAA and an .846 save percentage, and Dustin Tokarski’s 4-2 with a 2.18 GAA and a .902 save percentage this season.

Why the Carolina Hurricanes will win

• The Hurricanes have won each of their last four games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• The Capitals have lost three of their last four games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Capitals have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last four games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Hurricanes have covered the puck line in each of their last four games against Metropolitan Division opponents.

Carolina Hurricanes Player Prop Facts

• Sebastian Aho has recorded at least one point in each of the Hurricanes’ last 19 games as favorites against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• Taylor Hall has recorded an assist in each of the Hurricanes’ last four games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• Sebastian Aho has scored a goal in six of the Hurricanes’ last seven games against Metropolitan Division opponents.

Washington Capitals Recap

The Washington Capitals come into this game looking to bounce back from a 4-1 loss at the hands of the New York Islanders last time out to sit at 49-19-9 on the year. After this game, the Capitals will head on the road for a game against the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Capitals Looking For Consistency Down The Stretch

Dylan Strome leads the Capitals with 76 points, including 25 goals and a team-high 51 assists, while Alex Ovechkin has 69 points with 42 goals and 27 assists, and Connor McMichael has added 55 points with 25 goals and 30 assists. Aliaksei Protas has 66 points with 30 goals and 36 assists, while Tom Wilson has 62 points and John Carlson has 50 points, with Wilson logging 32 goals and 29 assists and Carlson adding 45 assists. Pierre-Luc Dubois also has 63 points with 44 assists of his own. Jakob Chychrun has 47 points with 20 goals and 27 assists as well this year. In goal for Washington, Logan Thompson has gone 31-6-6 with a 2.49 GAA and a .910 save percentage, while Charlie Lindgren is 18-13-3 with a 2.71 GAA and an .896 save percentage this season.

Why the Washington Capitals will win

• The Capitals have won each of their last seven games at Capital One Arena against opponents on a losing streak.
• The Hurricanes have lost four of their last five games as road favorites.
• The home team has covered the puck line in each of the Hurricanes’ last six games.
• The Hurricanes have failed to cover the puck line in six of their last seven road games against Eastern Conference opponents.

Washington Capitals Player Prop Facts

• Alex Ovechkin has recorded at least one point in each of his last eight appearances with the Capitals as underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents.
• Dylan Strome has recorded at least one assist in each of the Capitals’ last five games.
• Alex Ovechkin has scored at least one goal in each of his last eight appearances with the Capitals as underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents.

Total Goals Facts

• Each of the last seven games between teams from the same division have gone UNDER the total goals line.
• Each of the Hurricanes’ last nine Thursday games as road favorites have gone UNDER the total goals line.
• Each of the Capitals’ last five night games against Metropolitan Division opponents at Capital One Arena have gone UNDER the total goals line.

Capitals vs Hurricanes Prediction

I’m on the Capitals in this one. I get the case to be made for the Hurricanes as they’re still one of the better teams in the East, but the Hurricanes’ playoff matchup is locked in, and they are only playing for momentum at this point. The Hurricanes, also at their best, have been far less effective on the road this season, and home ice has mattered in this matchup, with the home team winning the last five head-to-head meetings between these two teams. Give me Washington in this one.

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Buffalo Sabres Betting Preview

The Buffalo Sabres are 34-36-6 this year after they defeated Boston by a score of 6-3 in their last game. Buffalo trailed 2-0 after the first period and 3-2 in the second, but they scored the last four goals in the game for the win. The Sabres outshot Boston by a total of 37-20, won 50.9% of the face-offs, and went 0-2 on the power play in the game. Buffalo got goals from Thompson (3), Tuck, Zucker, and Dahlin, while UPL stopped 17 out of 20 shots in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Sabres defeated the Lightning by a score of 3-2 and the Senators by a score of 5-2. Buffalo has won four games in a row, and they are currently second to last in the Atlantic standings with 74 points. Buffalo has scored 3.28 goals per game, and they have allowed 3.51 goals against per game, while also going 18.3% on the power play and 76.3% on the penalty kill this season. Tage Thompson has led Buffalo with 43 goals, 27 assists, and 225 shots on goal, while Alex Tuch has added 33 goals, 29 assists, and 181 shots on goal. James Reimer is 8-6-2 with a 2.75 goals against average and a .906 save percentage for the Sabres this year. 

Carolina Hurricanes Betting Preview

The Carolina Hurricanes are 46-26-4 this season after they lost to Boston by a score of 5-1 in their last game. Carolina allowed the first five goals in this game, but they did score with about 55 seconds left in regulation to avoid the shutout. The Hurricanes outshot Boston by a total of 40-26, won 55.6% of the face-offs, and went 0-1 on the power play in the game. Carolina got their lone goal from Robidas, while Andersen stopped 21 out of 26 shots in the game. 

Prior to that blowout loss, the Hurricanes lost to the Red Wings by a score of 5-3 but did beat the Capitals by a score of 5-1 before that. Carolina has won three of their last five games, and they are currently second in the Metro standings with 96 points. Carolina has scored 3.25 goals per game, and they have allowed 2.70 goals against per game, while also going 18.9% on the power play and 84.8% on the penalty kill this season. Sebastian Aho has led Carolina with 28 goals, 42 assists, and 195 shots on goal, while Seth Jarvis has added 30 goals, 31 assists, and 192 shots on goal. Pyotr Kochetkov is 26-14-3 with a 2.57 goals against average and an .899 save percentage this season. 

Why the Sabres will beat the Hurricanes

• The Sabres have won each of their last nine games as home underdogs.
• The Hurricanes have lost seven of their last eight games as road favorites against Atlantic Division opponents.
• The Sabres have covered the puck line in each of their last nine games as home underdogs.
• The Hurricanes have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last eight games as road favorites against Atlantic Division opponents.
• The Sabres have won the first period in each of their last six home games against Metropolitan Division opponents.

Total Goals Facts

• Each of the Sabres’ last six games as underdogs following a home win have gone OVER the total goals line.
• Each of the Hurricanes’ last eight Tuesday night games have gone UNDER the total goals line.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 2′ market has hit in each of the Sabres’ last 13 home games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Hurricanes’ last nine night games at KeyBank Center.

Buffalo Sabres Player Prop Facts

• Tage Thompson has scored at least one goal in each of the Sabres’ last six night games at KeyBank Center.
• Tage Thompson has recorded at least one point in each of his last 12 appearances against Metropolitan Division opponents at KeyBank Center.
• Rasmus Dahlin has recorded at least one assist in each of the Sabres’ last nine home games against Eastern Conference opponents.

Carolina Hurricanes Player Prop Facts

• Taylor Hall has scored a goal in three of his last four appearances with his team as a road favorite against the Sabres.
• Seth Jarvis has recorded at least one point in 12 of the Hurricanes’ last 13 night games.
• Shayne Gostisbehere has recorded at least one assist in five of his last six road appearances after playing less than 20 minutes in the Hurricanes’ last game.

Sabres vs Hurricanes Prediction 

Carolina comes into this matchup pretty securely placed into the second seed in the Metro standings, but they have lost two games in a row and have allowed five goals in each game. The Hurricanes are 16-18-3 on the road this year, while the Sabres are 21-14-3 at home. Buffalo is towards the bottom of the Atlantic standings, but they have won four games in a row, with three of them coming against playoff teams. The Sabres are playing at a very high level right now, and I don’t love how Carolina looks on the road. Take Buffalo to win here. 

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Carolina Hurricanes Betting Preview

The Carolina Hurricanes beat the Capitals, lost to the Red Wings, and they play the Sabres, Capitals, and Rangers next. The Hurricanes have won 12 of their last 15 games.

The Carolina Hurricanes are averaging 3.28 goals per game and are scoring 19 percent of their power play opportunities. Seth Jarvis leads Carolina with 30 goals, Sebastian Aho has 42 assists, and Andrei Svechnikov has 170 shots on goal. Defensively, the Carolina Hurricanes are allowing 2.67 goals per game and are killing 84.6 percent of their opponent’s power plays. Spencer Martin has given up 27 goals on 175 shots faced, and Pyotr Kochetkov has allowed 112 goals on 1,102 shots.

Boston Bruins Betting Preview

The Boston Bruins lost to the Canadiens and Capitals, and they play the Sabres, Devils, Blackhawks, and Penguins next. The Bruins are riding a 10-game losing streak.

The Boston Bruins are averaging 2.59 goals per game and are scoring on 15.2 percent of their power play opportunities. David Pastrnak leads Boston with 37 goals, Pavel Zacha has 31 assists, and Elias Lindholm has 135 shots on goal. Defensively, the Boston Bruins are allowing 3.3 goals per game and are killing 76.4 percent of their opponent’s power plays. Jeremy Swayman has allowed 164 goals on 1,525 shots faced, while Joonas Korpisalo has given up 68 goals on 633 shots.

Why the Boston Bruins will win

• The Hurricanes have lost six of their last seven games as road favorites against Atlantic Division opponents.
• The home team has won each of the Hurricanes’ last four games.
• The Hurricanes have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last seven games as road favorites against Atlantic Division opponents.
• The Bruins have covered the puck line in 12 of their last 13 home games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Hurricanes have lost the first period in five of their last six road games against Atlantic Division opponents.

Why the Carolina Hurricanes will win

• The Bruins have lost each of their last 10 games.
• The Hurricanes have won each of their last seven games on the second leg of a back-to-back.
• The Hurricanes have covered the puck line in six of their last seven games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Hurricanes have won the second period in each of their last six games when tied after the first period.

Bruins vs Hurricanes Injury Report

The Bruins will be without Charlie McAvoy and Mark Kastelic.

The Hurricanes will be without Jesper Fast, Jordan Staal, and Andrei Svechnikov.

Bruins vs Hurricanes Prediction

The Hurricanes continue to pile up the wins as they’re gearing up for the playoffs, while the Bruins are waiting for the season to end. The Bruins have completely given up on competing and haven’t won a game since March 11. The Bruins are getting torched defensively, and it’s hard to make a case for them the rest of the way. The Canes are vulnerable on the road, where 17 of their 25 losses have come, but this is a spot that shouldn’t be difficult. The Bruins haven’t a game in nearly a month. Give me the Hurricanes and the PL for max betting value.

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Detroit Red Wings Betting Preview

The Detroit Red Wings are 34-33-7 this year after they lost to St. Louis in overtime by a score of 2-1 in their last game. Detroit led 1-0 in the third period, but they allowed the tying goal with about 30 seconds left and lost in overtime. The Red Wings were out shot by a total of 37-21, won 45.3% of the face-offs, and went 0-3 on the power play in the game. Detroit got their lone goal from Compher, while Talbot stopped 35 out of 37 shots in the game. 

Prior to that overtime loss, the Red Wings defeated the Bruins by a score of 2-1, but did lose to the Senators by a score of 4-3 before that. Detroit has lost five of their last seven games and they are currently sixth in the Atlantic standings with 75 points. Detroit has scored 2.81 goals per game and they have allowed 3.16 goals against per game, while also going 28.4% on the power play and 69% on the penalty kill this season. Lucas Raymond has led Detroit with 26 goals, 47 assists, and 175 shots on goal, while Alex DeBrincat has added 33 goals, 29 assists, and 217 shots on goal. Cam Talbot is 18-17-4 with a 2.92 goals against average and a .903 save percentage this season. 

Carolina Hurricanes Betting Preview

The Carolina Hurricanes are 46-24-4 this season after they defeated Washington by a score of 5-1 in their last game. Carolina scored the first four goals in this game, but they did allow a goal late in the second period to ruin the shutout. The Hurricanes outshot Washington by a total of 31-21, won 50.9% of the face-offs, and went 3-8 on the power play in the game. Carolina got goals from Blake (2), Jarvis, Stankoven, and Walker, while Andersen stopped 20 out of 21 shots in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Hurricanes defeated the Islanders by a score of 6-4 and the Canadiens by a score of 4-1. Carolina has won four of their last five games and they are currently second in the Metro standings with 96 points. Carolina has scored 3.26 goals per game and they have allowed 2.66 goals against per game, while also going 18.5% on the power play and 84.7% on the penalty kill this season. Sebastian Aho has led Carolina with 28 goals, 42 assists, and 189 shots on goal, while Seth Jarvis has added 30 goals, 30 assists, and 181 shots on goal. Pyotr Kochetkov is 26-13-3 with a 2.54 goals against average and a .901 save percentage this year. 

Why the Red Wings will beat the Hurricanes

• The Red Wings have won each of their last six night games after coming off overtime.
• The Hurricanes have lost five of their last six games as road favorites against Atlantic Division opponents.
• The home team has covered the puck line in each of the last eight games between the Hurricanes and Red Wings.
• The Hurricanes have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last eight games at Little Caesars Arena.
• The Red Wings have won the third period in each of their last four night games against the Hurricanes when leading after the second period.

Total Goals Facts

• Eight of the last nine games between the Hurricanes and Red Wings have gone UNDER the total goals line.
• Each of the last seven Friday games at Little Caesars Arena have gone OVER the total goals line.
• Each of the Hurricanes’ last four night games at Little Caesars Arena have gone UNDER the total goals line.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Red Wings’ last 11 games as underdogs.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in each of the Hurricanes’ last four games against Eastern Conference opponents.

Detroit Red Wings Player Prop Facts

• Patrick Kane has scored a goal in four of his last five appearances with the Red Wings as home underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents.
• Patrick Kane has recorded at least one point in each of the Red Wings’ last five home games.
• Andrew Copp has recorded an assist in five of his last six appearances with the Red Wings as underdogs against Metropolitan Division opponents.

Carolina Hurricanes Player Prop Facts

• Mark Jankowski has scored at least one goal in four of his last five appearances in road games.
• Seth Jarvis has recorded at least one point in each of the Hurricanes’ last 11 night games.
• Shayne Gostisbehere has recorded at least one assist in seven of his last eight appearances in night games at Little Caesars Arena.

Red Wings vs Hurricanes Prediction 

Carolina comes into this contest looking for their fourth win in a row and they just dominated the Capitals last time out. The Hurricanes are 16-16-3 on the road this year, while the Red Wings are 19-16-3 at home. Detroit has been a huge disappointment over the last five weeks and they just can’t string wins together when they need it most. Carolina is pretty firmly cemented in the second seed of the Metro standings and they have struggled on the road, so I feel like we could see them come out with a below average effort on the front side of a back to back. Take the Wings at home for a rare big win. 

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