The first-round Stanley Cup playoff clash between the New Jersey Devils and the Carolina Hurricanes will take place on April 27 at the Prudential Center. The series score is 2-1 in favor of Carolina. New Jersey vs. Carolina: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
New Jersey Devils
New Jersey claimed their first victory in the series, defeating Carolina at home in overtime with a score of 3-2. The decisive goal was scored by Simon Nemec. This marks the team's first win in their last five home games in the NHL. It's also worth noting that the club has one of the lowest goals scored in regulation time in the current playoffs, with a total of four goals in the last three matches.
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New Jersey has scored no more than two goals in regulation time in 8 of their last 9 NHL home games.
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In 7 of the last 9 home NHL games involving New Jersey, no more than six goals were scored in regulation time.
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As hosts, the team has conceded at least 2 goals in regulation time in their last 6 head-to-head meetings in the league.
Carolina Hurricanes
Rod Brind'Amour's team failed to build on their success in the series against New Jersey. Notably, this marks the team's seventh consecutive away defeat in the league. However, their defensive play remains strong, as they rank second for the fewest goals conceded in the current playoffs, with only five goals allowed in the last three matches, including overtime.
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The club has lost 8 of their last 9 NHL away games (1 in shootouts, 1 in OT).
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The team has conceded at least three goals in regulation time in 6 of their last 7 away NHL matches.
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In 7 of the last 9 away NHL games involving Carolina, at least six goals were scored in regulation time.
New Jersey vs. Carolina: Match Prediction
Sheldon Keefe's team is currently alternating between wins and losses, including at home, but they strive to ensure the opponent's net is not left unscathed on their ice. In 11 of their last 12 NHL home games, New Jersey has scored at least two goals in regulation time. Regarding head-to-head meetings at home, a similar result can be noted: the club scored at least two goals in 12 of 13 NHL matches in regulation time.
Carolina is also going through a challenging period, but despite this, the team's overall goal-scoring statistics continue to improve with almost every match. In 10 of their last 12 NHL away games, the club has scored at least 2 goals in regulation time. In head-to-head encounters, Rod Brind'Amour's team does not lag behind: in 10 of 11 away matches, they scored at least two goals in regulation time.
In my view, the trend of goal-scoring will continue, and both teams will strive to capitalize on every scoring opportunity in the upcoming match.
My prediction: Both teams to score over 1.5 – yes
