Seattle Kraken vs Carolina Hurricanes Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The Seattle Kraken and the Carolina Hurricanes prepare to face off against each other in an exciting match-up, as each team seeks to shake off a rocky start to the season. The Kraken hold a 2-4-1 record, while Carolina's standing is 3-4, coming off of three consecutive losses. The interaction holds importance for each team, as the Kraken look to overcome the bottom of the Pacific Division while the Hurricanes seek to break their losing streak and rise to the top of the Metropolitan Division. Carolina holds the favored position in the betting lines, with no change in the opening rate of -191. The game promises to be an exciting one, as teams vie for improvements in their respective standings.

Game Info

When: Thursday, 10/26/2023 @ 7:00pm EST

Where: PNC Arena Stadium Kraken vs Hurricanes Betting Odds Moneyline: Kraken +165 | Hurricanes -191

Spread: Kraken +1.5 (-155) | Hurricanes -1.5 (+135)

Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Carolina will win straight-up is 66%.

Seattle Kraken

The Kraken are having a difficult start this season, with their offense scoring a mere 2.29 goals per game. Three players, Oliver Bjorkstrand, Jared McCann, and Jaden Schwartz, have managed to produce 8 goals and five assists while Vince Dunn has contributed a goal and six assists from the point. Jordan Eberle is yet to produce as he only has one goal and two assists, and the defense has also been struggling, allowing 3.43 goals per game. Adam Larsson and Vince Dunn have put up a fight with 21 blocked shots and 24 hits, however the unit as a whole needs to put in more effort as opponents are finding a number of open shots. Moreover, the team has had difficulty in goaltending, with Philipp Grubauer having a .896 save percentage and a 3.04 goals-against average. With a power ranking of 10, Seattle are ranked 30 in offense, 21 in defense and have only achieved 2-4-1 this season.