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Carolina Hurricanes at Florida Panthers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Carolina Hurricanes at Florida Panthers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Carolina Hurricanes (16-6-1) meet the Florida Panthers (14-9-1) Saturday at Amerant Bank Arena in the second end of a home-and-home series. Puck drop is scheduled for 4 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Hurricanes vs. Panthers odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: Panthers lead 1-0 after 6-3 win Friday in the front-end of the home-and-home as moderate underdogs (+141) as the Over (6) cashed

Carolina is in a tough spot, as the top 2 goaltenders Frederik Andersen (knee) and Pyotr Kochetkov (concussion) are banged up. After Spencer Martin allowed 5 goals on 29 shots, the Canes might have to turn to their fourth-string goaltender Yaniv Perets.

The Panthers have 6 different goal scorers in their 6-3 win Friday, as Sergei Bobrovsky kicked aside 28 of the 31 shots he faced in the win. Florida has won 2 in a row after a 1-6-0 skid, and it’s the first time winning consecutive games since a 7-game win streak from Oct. 24-Nov. 9.

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Hurricanes at Panthers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated at 9:30 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Hurricanes -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Panthers -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Hurricanes +1.5 (-250) | Panthers -1.5 (+200)
Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Hurricanes at Panthers projected goalies

Yaniv Perets (0-0-0, 0.00 GAA, 1.000 SV% in 2023-24) vs. Spencer Knight (3-4-0, 2.63 GAA, .902 SV%)

Perets is likely to make his season debut, and his first-ever NHL start. The French-Canadian made a single save in a relief appearance Jan. 15, 2024 against the Los Angeles Kings in 12:46 in his only previous NHL appearance last season.

Knight allowed 2 goals on 29 shots last time out against the Washington Capitals in a 4-1 loss Monday. While he has a rough 1-3-0 record in 4 November starts, he has managed a strong 2.30 GAA and .906 SV%.

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Hurricanes at Panthers picks and predictions

Prediction

Panthers 5, Hurricanes 2

Moneyline

The PANTHERS (-110) are a good bet to sweep this home-and-home set.

It’s a tough spot for the Hurricanes (-110), as they either have to start Perets for his first NHL start on the road, or keep leaning into Martin, who has never been a No. 1 goaltender in the NHL. He is starting to show signs of breaking down after allowing 12 goals in 3 games since Monday.

Puck line/Against the spread

If you’re a little more adventurous, consider PANTHERS -1.5 (+200) at plus-money instead of just playing the moneyline.

The Panthers have won back-to-back games against the Maple Leafs and Hurricanes, outscoring the opposition 11-4 to cover the puck line in both outings. In the past 10 victories since Oct. 24, Florida has won by 2 or more goals 9 times. So, if you like the Panthers to win, you should also like them to cover.

Over/Under

The OVER 6.5 (-110) is the lean in the second end of this back-to-back.

The Over cashed Friday in Raleigh, and the Over has hit in 3 of the past 4 outings, with an average of 7.8 goals per game (GPG) in the span.

For Carolina, the Over has hit in 4 straight games, and, again, Perets might be making his first NHL start. That’s a tough assignment against the defending Stanley Cup champs on the road.

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Carolina Hurricanes at Florida Panthers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Carolina Hurricanes at Florida Panthers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Carolina Hurricanes (51-21-9) visit the Florida Panthers (42-31-8) on Thursday. Puck drop from FLA Live Arena is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Hurricanes vs. Panthers odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Hurricanes had an adventure on the final charter flight of the regular season, as their Boeing 737 was diverted to Miami International Airport due to torrential rains and an airport closure at Fort Lauderdale International Airport Wednesday night.

Carolina is playing for a Metropolitan Division title. It enters with 111 points, to 110 for the second-place New Jersey Devils. If the teams end up tied, regulation wins are the tiebreaker, and the Devils enter play Wednesday with 39 regulation wins to just 38 for the Canes. New Jersey closes its season on the road at the Washington Capitals Thursday.

The Panthers are playing to finish in the top Eastern Conference Wild Card, attempting to dodge the No. 1-seed Boston Bruins. Florida has won 6 of the past 7 games overall while going 5-2 in the past 7 against Metropolitan Division teams. Florida trails the New York Islanders by 1 point; the Isles have finished regular-season play.

Florida has won 5 of the past 6 meetings with Carolina, and the home team is 7-3 in the previous 10 meetings in the series.

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Hurricanes at Panthers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:25 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Hurricanes -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Panthers -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Hurricanes +1.5 (-250) | Panthers -1.5 (+200)
Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Hurricanes at Panthers projected goalies

Frederik Andersen (20-11-1, 2.43 GAA, .904 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Alex Lyon (9-3-2, 2.80 GAA, .916 SV%, 1 SO)

Andersen has dropped his past 2 starts, although a lack of offensive support is to blame. He has allowed just 6 total goals on 76 shots in 3 April starts, good for a .921 SV% and 2.04 GAA but is just 1-2-0 due to lack of offensive support. The Danish netminder has allowed 3 or fewer goals in 7 consecutive outings.

Lyon has been red-hot down the stretch for the Panthers, and it’s hard to envision the team turning to veteran Sergei Bobrovsky (24-20-3, 3.07 GAA, .901 SV%, 1 SO) in such a crucial game. Bob was sidelined for a week due to a non-COVID illness, last playing March 27, and he has been the backup since returning.

Lyon has sparkled in 5 April starts, going 4-0-1 with a 1.38 GAA, .958 SV% and a shutout.

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Hurricanes at Panthers picks and predictions

Prediction

Panthers 3, Hurricanes 2

Moneyline

The PANTHERS (-115) are worth playing at home as they shoot for the top wild card. This will be a tough one, as the Hurricanes are very much alive for a Metropolitan Division title. However, Carolina has dropped 3 in a row on the road and all 3 setbacks were against non-playoff teams.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Hurricanes +1.5 (-250) are quite expensive on the road, costing you 2 1/2 times your return. It’s just not worth the single goal of insurance. This game figures to be very close, but if you like Carolina, just take a chance on it straight up instead.

PASS.

Over/Under

The UNDER 6.5 (-110) is the lean in this super-important Eastern Conference matchup.

Both teams have a lot at stake and are not likely not to take a lot of chances that might give the opposition a chance at an odd-man break. Expect a lot of careful play.

The Under is 8-1 in the past 9 games for the Hurricanes while going 5-1 in the past 6 games on the road.

The Under is 4-1-4 in the past 9 games overall for the Panthers while going 3-1-2 in the past 6 against Metropolitan Division foes.

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Carolina Hurricanes at Florida Panthers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Carolina Hurricanes at Florida Panthers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Carolina Hurricanes (8-3-1) and Florida Panthers (7-5-1) meet Wednesday at FLA Live Arena in Sunrise, Fla. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Hurricanes vs. Panthers odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Hurricanes are coming off a 3-1 setback at home Sunday against the Toronto Maple Leafs. That snapped a 4-game win streak, and the single goal was their lowest scoring output of the season.

The Panthers capped a 4-game road trip with a 5-3 win at the Anaheim Ducks Sunday, going 2-2 over a 6-day trek through Arizona and California. The Panthers have scored 4 or more goals in each of their past 3 games, and Florida remains No. 1 in the NHL with 40.4 shots per game.

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Hurricanes at Panthers odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Hurricanes -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Panthers -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Hurricanes +1.5 (-240) | Panthers -1.5 (+190)
Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -165 | U: +133)

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Hurricanes at Panthers projected goalies

Frederik Andersen (5-3-0, 2.72 GAA, .891 SV%) vs. Sergei Bobrovsky (3-4-1, 3.29 GAA, .897 SV%)

Andersen is looking to rebound after coughing up 3 goals on 21 shots in a loss at home Sunday against his former team, the Maple Leafs. The road has been slightly more friendly to the “Great Dane”, as he is 3-1-0 with a 2.71 GAA and .887 SV% in 4 starts away from PNC Arena.

Bobrovsky was tagged for 5 goals on 39 shots in a loss Saturday at the Los Angeles Kings, and he is just 1-3-1 across his last 5 starts with 3 or more goals allowed in each of his past 7 assignments.

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Hurricanes at Panthers picks and predictions

Prediction

Panthers 4, Hurricanes 3

Moneyline

The PANTHERS (-110) are worth siding with in this home game against the Hurricanes.

Bob has managed a 1-0-1 record with a 2.96 GAA and .908 SV% in his 2 starts at home this season, while he is just 2-4-0 with a 3.40 GAA and .893 SV% in 4 road outings. These 2 games at home aren’t against slouches either, as Bobrovsky has topped the red-hot Philadelphia Flyers and lost to the high-octane Tampa Bay Lightning in OT.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Hurricanes +1.5 (-240) will cost you nearly 2 1/2 times your potential return. That’s just too much risk and not enough reward, especially since Carolina has won just once in regulation across the past 6 games.

If you like Carolina, just bet it straight up or a better value, although that’s not the way to go here.

AVOID.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 (-165) is the play here, as we should see some offensive fireworks.

The Over is 5-1 across the past 6 outings for the Panthers, and Florida has yielded 3 or more goals in each of the past 7 contests.

For Carolina, the Over is 23-11-3 in the past 37 road games dating back to last season, while hitting at a 7-2-1 clip across the past 10 vs. Atlantic Division foes.

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