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Carolina Hurricanes vs. Florida Panthers: Preview, Predictions and Picks for January 2, 2025

Updated on:
Jan 2, 2025 7:47 PM
The Carolina Hurricanes are set to take on the Florida Panthers on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at 7:00 PM at the Amerant Bank Arena. The Panthers, boasting a 2-0 lead in the regular season series, look to continue their dominance against the Hurricanes, who are seeking to even the score. With both teams vying for divisional supremacy, this matchup promises to be an intense and thrilling contest.
Carolina Hurricanes vs Florida Panthers

Current Odds

CAR
FLA
Over
4.5
-118
Under
4.5
+110
CAR
+1.5
-455
FLA
-1.5
+375
CAR
ML
+102
FLA
ML
-120

Hurricanes vs Panthers statistics

Stat Hurricanes Panthers
Goals For per Game 3.46 3.39
Goals Against Average 2.81 3.13
Shots per Game 32.0 30.6
Shots Against per Game 25.1 27.0
Power Play Goals 30 30
Power Play Goals Against 17 21
Short Handed Goals 3 10
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 268 386
Power Play Percentage 25.6 25.2
Penalty Kill Percentage 85.2 80.9

Florida Panthers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
12/30/24 vs New York Rangers W 5-3
12/28/24 vs Montreal Canadiens L 4-0
12/23/24 vs Tampa Bay Lightning L 4-0
12/22/24 @ Tampa Bay Lightning W 4-2
12/20/24 vs St. Louis Blues W 2-1 OT

Carolina Hurricanes recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
12/31/24 @ Columbus Blue Jackets L 4-3 SO
12/28/24 vs New Jersey Devils W 5-2
12/27/24 @ New Jersey Devils L 4-2
12/23/24 @ Nashville Predators L 5-2
12/22/24 @ New York Rangers W 3-1

Florida Panthers injuries

  • Jonah Gadjovich (LW): Out
  • Niko Mikkola (D): Out
  • Matthew Tkachuk (LW): Day-To-Day
  • Jesper Boqvist (C): Day-To-Day
  • Sam Bennett (C): Day-To-Day

Carolina Hurricanes injuries

  • Tyson Jost (C): Day-To-Day
  • Shayne Gostisbehere (D): Out
  • Jack Drury (C): Injured Reserve
  • Pyotr Kochetkov (G): Day-To-Day
  • Seth Jarvis (C): Injured Reserve

Hurricanes vs Panthers game info

Type Info
Venue Amerant Bank Arena
Location Sunrise, FL
Puck drop Thu 7:00 PM

Hurricanes vs Panthers predictions

As the Carolina Hurricanes prepare to hit the ice, Jack Roslovic looks to continue his impressive scoring streak. With 17 goals this season, he's been a consistent threat in front of the net. You have to admire Roslovic’s knack for finding those sweet spots where goalies rarely anticipate a shot. Martin Necas, on the other hand, is the engine driving the Hurricanes’ offense with his 31 assists. It's clear that if the Canes are to challenge the Panthers, Necas will need to keep threading those needle-like passes. His chemistry with Roslovic is undeniable, and their tandem play could be the key to upsetting the Florida Panthers' defense. What do you think? Could this duo shine more brightly than the South Florida sun?

Now, let's switch the spotlight to the Florida Panthers. Sam Reinhart stands out as a crucial player in this matchup. With a staggering 22 goals and 23 assists, he is, without a doubt, the Panthers' all-round offensive powerhouse. Reinhart’s ability to adapt his play style, whether it's setting up his teammates or taking the shot himself, shows the depth of his skill set. When you have someone like that leading the charge, confidence in the locker room is bound to be high. The Panthers will look to capitalize on Reinhart's synergy, hoping his efforts propel them to a home victory at Amerant Bank Arena, where they've had a solid, if not impeccable, 11-7-1 record this season.

So, with these stars aligning for both teams, who might take home the win? Considering the Panthers have already bested the Hurricanes twice this season, it seems they have the edge. Plus, playing on home ice always brings an extra burst of energy, right? Then again, hockey is unpredictable and that's why it's such a thrill to watch. While the Panthers' stronghold at home and Reinhart’s stellar form might tip the scales, don't count the Hurricanes out. Their resilience on the road and Roslovic’s fiery form could easily turn the tables. But if I had to place a bet, the Panthers seem poised to continue their dominance in the series—barely. Whatever happens, it’s sure to be an exciting clash of titans on the ice!

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