Carolina Hurricanes vs New York Rangers Betting Picks & Predictions
In a highly anticipated match-up in the Big Apple, the Carolina Hurricanes and New York Rangers will face off in an afternoon game. The Rangers have a slight advantage in
Game outlook
In a highly anticipated match-up in the Big Apple, the Carolina Hurricanes and New York Rangers will face off in an afternoon game. The Rangers have a slight advantage in their head-to-head history, but the Hurricanes secured a close victory in their most recent meeting earlier this season. Both teams are coming off recent wins, with Carolina being the current betting favorite at -150. The line has remained steady leading up to the game.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Hurricanes -150 | Rangers +130
Spread: Hurricanes -1.5 (+158) | Rangers +1.5 (-198)
Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Carolina will win straight-up is 60%.
Carolina Hurricanes
Carolina's two-game win streak was halted by a road loss to Washington, leaving them with a 20-11-1 record for the season and third in the Metropolitan Division standings. The Hurricanes rank fourth in goals scored per game at 3.53 and eighth in goals against at 2.78. Their power play success rate is sixth in the league at 26.7% and their penalty kill is third at 85.6%. In their recent game against Washington, Carolina struggled offensively, ultimately falling short despite outshooting their opponent. Despite a lone goal from Seth Jarvis assisted by Sebastian Aho and Brent Burns, the Hurricanes couldn't overcome the deficit. Pyotr Kochetkov made 19 saves in the loss. Carolina, with a power ranking of 5, ranks fifth in offense, eighth in defense, and has a season record of 9-2. For expert advice on NHL handicapping, consider consulting the best NHL handicappers.