Golden Knights Challenge Hurricanes as Road Underdogs for NHL Faceoff
The Vegas Golden Knights and the Carolina Hurricanes are both established NHL teams heading in opposite directions this season. With the Golden Knights currently in first in
Game outlook
The Vegas Golden Knights and the Carolina Hurricanes are both established NHL teams heading in opposite directions this season. With the Golden Knights currently in first in the Pacific Division and the Hurricanes in fourth in the Metropolitan Division, this could be an interesting faceoff for fans. Our best NHL Predictions have Toronto as the betting favorite opening at -115, and currently at -112.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Rangers -105 | Maple Leafs -112
Spread: Rangers +1.5 (-245) | Maple Leafs -1.5 (+205)
Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Toronto will win straight-up is 53%.
New York Rangers
The Golden Knights are having an excellent season with 30 goals scored in their last six games. A strong top two lines of Jack Eichel, Mark Stone, and William Karlsson have combined for 38 goals and 59 assists, while Jonathan Marchessault, Chandler Stephenson, and Ivan Barbashev have also contributed with a combined 29 goals and 29 assists. Alex Pietrangelo and Brayden McNabb from the point have added three goals and 23 assists to complete the offensive season. On the defensive side, the team is allowing 2.50 goals per game, with 4.0 defensive point shares and 170 blocked shots provided by Alex Pietrangelo and Brayden McNabb. Adin Hill has been impressive in net with a .933 save percentage and a 1.93 goals against average. With a 11th ranking in offense and 9th ranking in defense, the Golden Knights currently have a 21-7-1 season record and 6th power ranking.