The Florida Panthers (23-13-2) and Carolina Hurricanes (22-13-2) are set to face off in a compelling Eastern Conference matchup at Amerant Bank Arena on Thursday night, with both teams looking to strengthen their positions in their respective divisions.
The Panthers enter the contest with momentum after breaking their scoring drought with a decisive 5-3 victory over the Rangers, while the Hurricanes aim to bounce back from a disappointing 4-3 shootout loss to Columbus.
Florida has dominated recent meetings between these teams, winning seven of their last ten matchups, including an impressive 6-0 victory in their most recent encounter on November 30.
The Panthers' offensive resurgence, led by Jesper Boqvist's two-goal performance in their last game, could prove crucial against Carolina's typically strong defensive unit, which has shown some unexpected vulnerability lately, conceding 15 goals in their last four games.
Both teams bring impressive offensive credentials to the matchup, with Carolina ranking fifth in goals per game (3.46) and Florida close behind in sixth place (3.39).
This Eastern Conference clash promises to be an intriguing battle between two playoff-caliber teams, featuring the Panthers' home-ice advantage against the Hurricanes' determination to improve their 8-9-1 road record this season.
Florida Panthers vs. Carolina Hurricanes: who will win?
For tonight's Panthers vs Hurricanes matchup, our predictive model gives the Panthers a 61% chance of defeating the Canes.
Florida Panthers: 61% win probability
- Superior offensive output (131 goals for vs Carolina's 128)
- Better overall record (23 wins in 38 games vs Carolina's 22 in 37)
- Higher points total (48 points vs Carolina's 46)
Carolina Hurricanes: 39% win probability
- Recent inconsistent form (LWLLW in last 5 games)
- Lower scoring efficiency (128 goals in 37 games vs Florida's 131 in 38)
- Struggling on the road (13 losses already this season)
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Florida Panthers vs. Carolina Hurricanes odds
| Florida Panthers | Carolina Hurricanes | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | -125 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) | +105 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) |
Key stats
- 1The Florida Panthers have won 23 out of 38 matches this season.
- 2The Carolina Hurricanes have won 22 out of 37 matches this season.
- 3With 48 points, the Florida Panthers holds the 4th position in the league standings.
- 4Carolina Hurricanes's 46 points place them 5th in the rankings.
Florida Panthers vs. Carolina Hurricanes form
Florida Panthers vs. Carolina Hurricanes head to head
Florida Panthers
50%
Carolina Hurricanes
50%
Nov 30, 2024
Florida Panthers
6 : 0
Carolina Hurricanes
Nov 29, 2024
Carolina Hurricanes
3 : 6
Florida Panthers
Sep 28, 2024
Florida Panthers
5 : 4
Carolina Hurricanes
Sep 27, 2024
Carolina Hurricanes
8 : 2
Florida Panthers
Mar 14, 2024
Carolina Hurricanes
4 : 0
Florida Panthers
Feb 23, 2024
Carolina Hurricanes
1 : 0
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