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New York Rangers at Carolina Hurricanes odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Friday’s Rangers at Hurricanes NHL matchup, with NHL betting odds, picks and best bets

The New York Rangers (31-24-4) head south to meet the Carolina Hurricanes (34-21-4) Friday at PNC Arena in Raleigh, N.C. at 7 p.m. ET. We analyze the Rangers-Hurricanes sports betting odds and lines, while providing NHL betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Rangers at Hurricanes: Projected starting goalies

Henrik Lundqvist vs. James Reimer

The Rangers’ three-headed goaltender logjam is likely to be busted up in the coming days with the NHL trade deadline. It’s hard to believe King Henrik could be moved, but you never know. Lundqvist is 10-11-3 with a 3.12 goals-against average and .907 save percentage. He has been a thorn in the side of Carolina all season, going 3-0-0 with a 2.33 GAA and .947 SV% against the Hurricanes. That includes an impressive 45-save performance in the second game of a back-to-back in this very building.

With Petr Mrazek going 0-2-0 with a 3.10 GAA and .860 SV% in his two starts against the Rangers, it’s fair to expect head coach Rod Brind’Amour to see what Reimer can do against the Blueshirts. Reimer is 4-2-2 with a 2.56 GAA and .914 SV% in eight starts at home.

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Rangers at Hurricanes: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Rangers 3, Hurricanes 2

Moneyline (ML)

The RANGERS (+135) have been kryptonite to the Hurricanes (-162), and New York is the value play on the road in snowy Raleigh (no, really!). The Rangers have won six straight overall on the road, and they’re 40-14 in the past 54 meetings overall in this series — including 4-1 in the past five trips to North Carolina.

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on the Rangers to win returns a profit of $13.50, while a $10 wager on the Hurricanes results in a profit of $6.17.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The Rangers (+1.5, -189) aren’t worth this kind of juice if you feel the need for insurance. Just roll with the Blueshirts on the moneyline. If you are on the Hurricanes (-1.5, +155), feeling they’ll avoid the four-game regular-season sweep at the hands of the Rangers, they’re a much better value here.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 5.5 (+125) is where it’s at, cashing in four of the past five meetings in this series. The under is also 5-2 in the past seven overall for the Rangers, while going 7-1-1 in the past nine against Eastern Conference foes. While the over is 7-2 in Carolina’s past nine overall, and 4-0 in the past four at home, look for the under to cash in Raleigh based on Rangers and series trends.

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New Jersey Devils at Carolina Hurricanes odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Friday’s New Jersey Devils at Carolina Hurricanes sports betting odds and lines, with NHL matchup analysis, picks and best bets.

The New Jersey Devils (21-25-10) visit the Carolina Hurricanes (32-21-3) Friday at PNC Arena for a 7 p.m. ET puck drop. We analyze the Devils-Hurricanes odds and lines, while providing NHL betting tips and picks around this matchup.

The Devils rallied with a four-goal third period to beat the visiting Detroit Red Wings 4-1 Thursday. New Jersey has won three of its last four games and is 4-1-3 since returning from the All-Star break. The Hurricanes last played Tuesday, falling to the Dallas Stars 4-1, snapping a two-game win streak and wrapping up a 2-2 road trip.

New Jersey won the first head-to-head meeting of the season, 5-3 at Carolina Nov. 2.

Devils at Hurricanes: Projected starting goalies

Louis Domingue vs. Petr Mrazek

Domingue is 3-6-2 with a 3.74 goals against average (GAA) and .882 save percentage. Domingue lost his last five starts, allowing 19 goals on 134 shots. He is 2-2-2 at home this season with a 2.82 GAA and .903 SV%.

Mrazek is 18-15-2 with a 2.74 GAA and a .901 SV% with three shutouts. He enters on a three-game skid and most recently allowed three goals on 36 shots in Tuesday’s loss at Dallas. He is 0-2 in February – both road games – but touts a 14-7 home record with a 2.43 GAA and .908 SV%. The ‘Canes could go with James Reimer, who won his last four starts and is 14-6-1 overall with a 2.61 GAA and a .917 SV%.

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Devils at Hurricanes: Key injuries

Devils

  • C Nico Hischier (knee) questionable
  • D Sami Vatanen (leg) out, on IR

Hurricanes

  • LW Jordan Martinook (upper body) doubtful
  • D Dougie Hamilton (leg) out, on IR

Devils at Hurricanes: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Hurricanes 6, Devils 1

Moneyline (ML)

AVOID. Carolina (-238) is a big favorite, but I’m not into laying that kind of chalk. Every $2.38 wagered on the Hurricanes ML profits only $1 if they win. I’ll PASS and focus on the puck line and Over/Under.

FYI: Carolina is 18-9-1 at home, while New Jersey (+190) is 12-15 on the road.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (PL/ATS)

Because New Jersey (+1.5, -143) played Thursday, CAROLINA (-1.5, +120) is worth a small wager. It’s only a slight lean because the Hurricanes are 24-32 vs. the PL overall and 12-16 vs. the PL at home. New Jersey is 27-29 vs. the PL overall and 12-15 vs. the PL on the road.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 5.5 (-139) is the STRONGEST PLAY. I wouldn’t be surprised if the number moves to 6 by early afternoon. Eight of Domingue’s 12 starts have seen at least 6 total goals scored.

Every $1.39 bet on the Over profits $1 if there are 6 or more goals scored.

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Carolina Hurricanes at Vegas Golden Knights odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Carolina Hurricanes at Vegas Golden Knights sports betting odds and lines, with NHL betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Carolina Hurricanes (31-20-3) and Vegas Golden Knights (28-21-7) will do battle at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas at 10 p.m. ET. We analyze the Hurricanes-Golden Knights sports betting odds and lines, while providing NHL betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Hurricanes at Golden Knights: Projected starting goalies

James Reimer vs. Marc-Andre Fleury

Reimer picked up the road win over the Arizona Coyotes Thursday night, and he has been victorious in three straight outings. He hasn’t lost in regulation in his past six starts dating back to Dec. 27.

Fleury didn’t face the Hurricanes in the head-to-head meeting Jan. 31, as he was serving his one-game league-mandated suspension for skipping the All-Star Game. It’s been mixed results for Fleury lately, winning two three outings since the break. He allowed two goals on 25 shots Thursday in a 7-2 win over the Florida Panthers.

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Hurricanes at Golden Knights: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Golden Knights 4, Hurricanes 2

Moneyline (ML)

The GOLDEN KNIGHTS (-139) haven’t been as dominant as their first two campaigns, especially that historic first season. They still have plenty of solid offense and Fleury can be a dangerous netminder. The Hurricanes (+115) dropped a 4-3 decision to the Golden Knights a little over a week ago, and the speed of Vegas might be a problem again.

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Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

If you’re going to bet the puck line, the GOLDEN KNIGHTS (-1.5, +190) are worth a small-unit play at nearly double money. The Hurricanes have been a decent team against the Pacific Division, going 8-3 in the past 11 meetings, and 30-10 in the past 40 against Western Conference teams; however, they are just 1-5 in the past six on the road.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 5.5 (-139) is a little risky, as I could see this going Over only because of an empty-net goal, let’s say. The Over is 4-0 in Carolina’s past four overall, and 4-0 in the past four against the Western Conference, too. The Over is 5-1 in the past six at home for Vegas, and 7-2-1 in the past 10 as a favorite, so that’s the way to lean.

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Vegas Golden Knights at Carolina Hurricanes odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Friday’s Vegas Golden Knights at Carolina Hurricanes sports betting odds and lines, with NHL betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Vegas Golden Knights (25-20-7) and Carolina Hurricanes (29-18-3) tangle at PNC Arena in Raleigh at 7:30 p.m. ET Friday. We analyze the Golden Knights-Hurricanes sports betting odds and lines, while providing NHL betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Golden Knights at Hurricanes: Projected starting goalies

Malcolm Subban vs. Petr Mrazek

Starter Marc-Andre Fleury is expected to serve his one-game suspension due to his decision to skip the All-Star Game, so Subban should get the nod in Raleigh. He is 6-7-3 with a 3.04 goals against average and .898 save percentage. Subban has dropped each of his past two starts, and four of his past six assignments. Fleury is expected to return Saturday in Nashville.

Mrazek has registered an 18-12-2 record with a 2.59 GAA and .905 SV% in 31 starts and 32 appearances overall. The Czechoslovakia native has been even more impressive in Raleigh, going 14-6-0 with a 2.35 GAA and .910 SV% with two shutouts across 20 starts at PNC.

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Golden Knights at Hurricanes: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Hurricanes 5, Golden Knights 2

Moneyline (ML)

The HURRICANES (-133) entered the all-star break with back-to-back wins against the New York Islanders and Winnipeg Jets, holding each team to just one goal. Over their past seven games the Hurricanes have yielded just nine total goals or 1.3 goals per game, so they’ve certainly been stingy lately. They also luck out not having to face ‘Flower’.

The Golden Knights (+110) enter this one with 3.0 goals per game, ranking 17th in the NHL, and they’re 15th in the league with 3.0 goals per game allowed. In other words, VGK has been nothing special this season, and the Knights are a dismal 19th on the penalty kill at 79.5 percent.

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on the Hurricanes to win returns a profit of $7.50, while a $10 wager on the Golden Knights results in a profit of $11.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The Hurricanes (-1.5, +195) are a tempting play at this price, but goals should be at a premium in this battle between two sharp and rested goalies. The Golden Knights (+1.5, -238) are a better play on the moneyline if you like them, as they’re just too expensive at this price. AVOID.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 5.5 (-133) is the way to go. While, yes, Carolina has allowed just nine goals in its past seven games, as mentioned above, remember their all-star netminder is going to be wearing a ball cap while serving his one-game penalty for skipping the ASG. Carolina should be able to piece together some nice offense against P.K.’s brother.

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Carolina Hurricanes at Washington Capitals odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Monday’s Carolina Hurricanes at Washington Capitals sports betting odds and lines, with NHL betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Carolina Hurricanes (27-16-2) and Washington Capitals (30-11-5) battle at Capital One Arena in Washington at 7 p.m. ET Monday. We analyze the Hurricanes-Capitals sports betting odds and lines, with NHL matchup analysis, picks and tips.

Hurricanes at Capitals: Projected starting goalies

Petr Mrazek vs. Ilya Samsonov

Mrazek posted a shutout his last time out, Friday against the Arizona Coyotes. He has posted a 17-10-2 record with a 2.64 goals against average and .905 save percentage. He and backup James Reimer have three shutouts apiece, the first time in Whalers/Hurricanes franchise history they’ve had two goaltenders with three or more shutouts in the same season.

The rookie Samsonov is 12-2-1 with a 2.24 GAA and .921 save percentage, and he continues to eat into the playing time of Braden Holtby. He allowed three goals on 41 shots Jan. 3 in Raleigh in a win in his only meeting against the Hurricanes.

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Hurricanes at Capitals: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Capitals 4, Hurricanes 2

Moneyline (ML)

The CAPITALS (-143) will be facing a team coming off of back-to-back wins, so the Hurricanes (+120) are due to let a few in, especially in a hostile environment.

Carolina is also 2-9 in the past 11 games against Metropolitan Division opponents, and Washington is 1-4 in the past five divisional matchups, so something’s gotta give. The Caps are 12-5 in the past 17 as a favorite, so the arrow definitely points at them.

New to sports betting? Every $10 wagered on the Capitals ML will profit $7.00 if they win.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The CAPITALS (-1.5, +180) might be a nice small-unit play. They edged the Canes 4-3 in Raleigh last time they met, snapping a four-game winning streak by Carolina in this series, including last season’s playoff matchup. Despite a win earlier this season, and a Game 7 win in D.C., the Canes are still just 4-11 in their past 15 trips to the nation’s capital.

Over/Under (O/U)

The UNDER 6.5 (-139) isn’t a slam-dunk play, but a good bet with Carolina coming in having pitched two straight shutouts, while Samsonov tends twine for Washington. He barely gives up more than two goals per contest.

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Flyers-Hurricanes odds: Carolina seeks revenge vs. Philly

Previewing Thursday’s Philadelphia Flyers at Carolina Hurricanes sports betting odds and lines, with NHL matchup analysis, picks and tips

The Carolina Hurricanes (13-7-1) host the Philadelphia Flyers (10-7-4) at PNC Arena in Raleigh at 7 p.m. ET. We analyze the Hurricanes-Flyers odds and lines, while providing NHL betting tips and picks around this matchup

The Hurricanes are looking for some revenge after being topped 4-1 in Philadelphia Nov. 5.

Flyers at Hurricanes: Projected starting goalies

Carter Hart vs. Petr Mrazek

Hart carries a 6-5-0 record with a 2.72 goals-against average and a .896 save percentage into play, and he looks to bounce back after getting pulled midway through his last appearance in Florida on Tuesday night. Veteran Brian Elliott also has a 2.72 GAA with a .913 SV%, so if he gets the start, there isn’t much of a difference.

Mrazek is money at home, posting a sparkling 7-1-0 record, 2.11 GAA and a .918 save percentage in eight starts at PNC Arena while going just 3-2-1 with a 3.26 GAA and a .893 save percentage in six assignments away from the Triangle.

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Flyers at Hurricanes: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Hurricanes 4, Flyers 3

Moneyline (ML)

The HURRICANES (-176) are a tad expensive at this price, but I don’t trust the puck line. This one should be a very physical game with a decent touch of offense, but also plenty of hits and tight checking, too. The Flyers (+145) are a tempting play, but they’re 4-9 in the past 13 trips to Raleigh.

Carolina is also streaking in after sweeping a three-game road trip for the first time in Whalers/Hurricanes franchise history. The ‘Canes will make up for the fact F Erik Haula (knee) being sidelined indefinitely.

On a side note, I’ll be attending this game, and the Hurricanes are 3-1-0 in the four games I’ve been to at PNC Arena this season, so consider yours truly a bit of a good luck charm for the home side.

New to sports betting? A $10 wager on Carolina returns a profit of $5.70 – every $1 wagered profits $0.57 with a Hurricanes win.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

Again, I don’t trust the Hurricanes (-1.5, +150) laying more than a goal, and the Flyers (+1.5, -182) are just too expensive the other way if you want insurance.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 6.5 (+125) is worth a small-unit play, cashing in 10 of the past 14 meetings.

A $10 wager profits $12.50 if there are seven goals or more. Every $1 wagered profits $1.25 in this scenario.

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Hurricanes-Sabres odds: Carolina favored in Buffalo

Previewing Thursday’s Carolina Hurricanes at Buffalo Sabres sports betting odds and lines, with NHL matchup analysis and picks

The Carolina Hurricanes (10-7-1) and Buffalo Sabres (9-6-2) square off in Western New York on Thursday at 7 p.m. ET. Both teams are 4-5-1 across the past 10 outings.

Hurricanes at Sabres: Projected starting goalies

Petr Mrazek vs. Carter Hutton

Mrazek enters play with an 8-3-1 record, 2.51 goals-against average and .907 save percentage. He received a ton of support last time out in a victory against the Ottawa Senators, winning 8-2. While he has a strong overall record, keep in mind that he is 7-1-0 with a 2.11 GAA and .918 save percentage at home, but just a 1-2-1 record, 3.44 GAA and .883 save percentage on the road.

Like Mrazek, Hutton owns an impressive overall record and tremendously opposite splits. He is 6-3-1 with a 2.39 GAA and .921 save percentage overall. On the road he is just 2-2-0 with a 3.06 GAA and .914 save percentage, but he is a solid 4-1-1 with a 1.96 GAA and .927 save percentage in his six assignments at home.

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Hurricanes at Sabres: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Sabres 4, Hurricanes 2

Moneyline (ML)

The SABRES (+115) are a sharp play at home catching plus-money. The Hurricanes (-139) have been less than stellar on the road, and Mrazek has had his struggles, as mentioned above. Hutton has been red-hot at home, but the Sabres have struggled overall. They’re 0-4-1 in the past five outings, including a pair of losses in Sweden against the Tampa Bay Lightning. They haven’t played since Nov. 9, so will be well rested after their overseas trip to Stockholm. Look for them to roar back to life at home.

New to sports betting? A $10 wager on Buffalo returns a profit of $11.50 – every $1 wagered profits $1.15 with a Sabres win.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The Sabres (+1.5, -239) are underdogs, so the puck line is not worth a look. You don’t need the insurance, as I expect them to win outright. Consider the alternate line (including overtime and shootouts), laying -1.5 to win +300, or three times your bet, with a two-goal win by the home side.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 5.5 (-154) is worth a small-unit play, but beware of the high juice on this wager. Personally, while I feel the game should just inch across the finish line for the over, I wouldn’t risk it at this price.

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