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Florida Panthers Favored Over Carolina Hurricanes in Crucial Sunshine State Matchup

In this upcoming matchup, the Carolina Hurricanes will be facing off against the Florida Panthers on the road. Carolina is coming off a 4-3 shootout loss to Columbus, while Florida secured a 5-3 victory against the Rangers in their previous game. The Panthers have dominated in recent meetings, holding a 7-3 advantage over the Hurricanes and winning the last two matchups, including a 6-0 home win in their most recent game in November 2024. Despite Carolina's previous struggles against Florida, the Panthers are still the betting favorite with an opening line of -125, currently sitting at -124. This promises to be an exciting matchup as both teams compete for two crucial points in the Sunshine State.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Hurricanes +105 | Panthers -124
• Spread: Hurricanes +1.5 (-225) | Panthers -1.5 (+192)
• Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Florida will win straight-up is 55%.

Carolina vs Florida Stats

Carolina Hurricanes

Carolina picked up a point in a shootout loss to Columbus, bringing their record to 22-13-2 on the season. They are currently third in the Metropolitan Division, trailing the Capitals by six points. The Hurricanes rank fifth in goals per game with an average of 3.46 and ninth in goals against, allowing 2.81 goals per game. They have the fifth-best power play success rate at 25.6% and are ranked first in penalty killing, successfully navigating 85.2% of their shorthanded situations. Despite a strong offensive performance against Columbus, Carolina ultimately fell in a shootout. Pyotr Kochetkov made 25 saves in the game and is likely to be the starting goalie in the next game. Carolina is ranked 10th in power rankings, with a strong offensive and defensive performance this season. If you are looking to increase your profits during the hockey season, consider using the best NHL handicappers.

Florida Panthers Analysis

The Florida Panthers recently snapped a two-game scoreless streak with a strong win against the Rangers. The team, currently tied for the top spot in the Atlantic Division with Toronto, has been performing well offensively, ranking 6th in the league in goals per game. They also have a strong power play success rate of 25.2%. In their recent game against the Rangers, the Panthers took an early lead and held on for the win, with Jesper Boqvist scoring two goals. Goalie Sergei Bobrovsky made 32 saves in the victory and is expected to start the next game. The Panthers have a power ranking of 5 and rank 6th in offense, 18th in defense, and have a season record of 23-13-2. They have a positive record against the Carolina Hurricanes in their last three matchups. For those interested in placing bets, check out our free NHL picks.

Panthers have the edge as Hurricanes struggle in playoff race

Both teams are currently positioned favorably in the playoff race. The Hurricanes have experienced some recent struggles, posting a 2-3-1 record in their last six games. Additionally, Carolina has a road record of 8-9-1 this season. On the other hand, the Panthers recently broke a two-game losing streak by defeating the Rangers on Monday night. This victory has provided Florida with a boost in confidence, particularly in their offensive capabilities. Moreover, the Panthers have had recent success against the Hurricanes, winning both matchups in late November. Therefore, it is likely that the Panthers will have the upper hand in securing another victory in this upcoming game.

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