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Carolina Hurricanes on the Verge of Sweeping New York Islanders in Playoff Series

The playoffs continue with the Carolina Hurricanes facing off against the New York Islanders in Game 4 of their best-of-seven series. Carolina currently holds a 3-0 series advantage, with strong performances in the first three games. The Hurricanes have historically performed well against the Islanders in the playoffs, with an 11-2 record in head-to-head playoff wins. Carolina is favored to win Game 4, with the current line set at Carolina -180. Will the Islanders be able to turn things around and avoid being swept out of the postseason, or will the Hurricanes continue their dominance in this series?

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Hurricanes -180 | Islanders +158
• Spread: Hurricanes -1.5 (+148) | Islanders +1.5 (-172)
• Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Carolina will win straight-up is 64%.

Carolina vs New York Stats

Carolina Hurricanes

Carolina dominated the Islanders on the road to take a commanding 3-0 series lead, showcasing their strength in offense and defense. The Hurricanes have been impressive in the postseason, ranking 6th in goals per game and 1st in goals against. With a solid power play success rate and penalty killing efficiency, Carolina looks to close out the series and sweep the season against the Islanders. Leading scorers Brent Burns and Dmitry Orlov contributed to the win, with Sebastian Aho also adding a goal. Goaltender Frederik Andersen made 29 saves to secure the victory. Carolina's power ranking of 2 reflects their strong performance this season, ranking 7th in offense and 3rd in defense. For those looking to take advantage of the best betting promos, it's recommended to research the top sportsbook options.

New York Islanders Analysis

The New York Islanders faced a tough loss at home in Game 3 of their series, putting them in a 3-0 series deficit. They are now in a must-win situation as they head into their next game. In the postseason, the Islanders are averaging two goals per game, ranking 13th in the league, while allowing 3.67 goals against per game, ranking 9th. Their power play success rate is 20%, tied for 9th, and their penalty killing is at 80%, tied for 6th. Despite falling behind early in their last game against Carolina, the Islanders managed to narrow the margin but ultimately fell short in a one-goal loss. Goalie Semyon Varlamov is expected to start in the next game. The Islanders currently have a power ranking of 21 and are ranked 23rd in offense and 21st in defense, with an overall record of 39-30-16. Carolina has struggled in their last three matchups against New York, going 0-3-0. For NHL betting picks, consider trying our services to enhance your handicapping.

Islanders Struggles Continue as Hurricanes Dominate Series

The Islanders have faced challenges in this series and the prospects for turning it around appear slim. Their strongest opportunity to gain an advantage was in Game 2, where they held a 3-0 lead early in the second period and a 3-1 lead in the third before conceding four goals. Switching goaltenders from Varlamov to Sorokin did not yield desired results and reverting back is unlikely to shift the momentum. Carolina, being a leading contender for the Stanley Cup, boasts a formidable and skilled lineup with strong offensive capabilities. Andersen's exceptional performance in goal has contributed to the Hurricanes dominating the season series.

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