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New Jersey Devils vs. Carolina Hurricanes: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 29, 2025

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Apr 29, 2025 10:15 PM
The Carolina Hurricanes look to close out their playoff series against the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 7:30 PM at the Lenovo Center, holding a commanding 3-1 series lead. With a win, the Hurricanes can advance to the next round, while the Devils will fight to stay alive and force a Game 6. Expect an intense matchup as both teams battle for playoff survival in this critical Game 5 showdown.
New Jersey Devils vs Carolina Hurricanes

Current Odds

NJ
CAR
Over
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-
Under
-
-
NJ
-
-
CAR
-
-
NJ
ML
+160
CAR
ML
-180

Devils vs Hurricanes statistics

Stat Devils Hurricanes
Goals For per Game 2.93 3.24
Goals Against Average 2.68 2.81
Shots per Game 28.1 31.7
Shots Against per Game 26.4 24.9
Power Play Goals 61 46
Power Play Goals Against 39 40
Short Handed Goals 7 10
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 665 648
Power Play Percentage 28.2 18.7
Penalty Kill Percentage 82.7 83.6

Carolina Hurricanes recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/27/25 @ New Jersey Devils W 5-2
4/25/25 @ New Jersey Devils L 3-2 2OT
4/22/25 vs New Jersey Devils W 3-1
4/20/25 vs New Jersey Devils W 4-1
4/17/25 @ Ottawa Senators L 7-5

New Jersey Devils recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/27/25 vs Carolina Hurricanes L 5-2
4/25/25 vs Carolina Hurricanes W 3-2 2OT
4/22/25 @ Carolina Hurricanes L 3-1
4/20/25 @ Carolina Hurricanes L 4-1
4/16/25 vs Detroit Red Wings L 5-2

Carolina Hurricanes injuries

  • Frederik Andersen (G): Day-To-Day
  • Jesper Fast (RW): Injured Reserve

Devils vs Hurricanes game info

Type Info
Venue Lenovo Center
Location Raleigh, NC
Puck drop Tue 7:30 PM
TV MSGSN

Devils vs Hurricanes predictions

As the New Jersey Devils prepare to face the Carolina Hurricanes, the spotlight is undoubtedly on Nico Hischier and Jesper Bratt. Hischier, in particular, has been a formidable scorer with 35 goals this season, and one can't help but wonder if he’ll carry that form into Game 5. With Bratt creating nearly every play with his incredible 67 assists, he has been the maestro orchestrating the Devils’ offense. It's clear that Bratt has the vision and finesse needed to carve up any defense, including Carolina's. What do you think? Could they pull off a show-stopping performance at the Lenovo Center?

As for the Carolina Hurricanes, the young and dynamic Seth Jarvis is someone to keep your eyes glued to. He's had quite the breakout season, netting 32 goals, and you can feel the energy anytime he's on the ice. Meanwhile, Sebastian Aho, with 45 assists, continues to be the backbone of the Hurricanes' playmaking strategy. His ability to find his teammates at the perfect moment is unparalleled. Picture this: Aho sending a pinpoint pass to Jarvis, who converts it into yet another goal. That’s just classic Hurricanes hockey right there. Carolina fans are surely hoping for more of the same from their stars.

All things considered, the Hurricanes, leading the series 3-1, seem to have the upper hand, playing on home ice at the Lenovo Center. The current betting odds are favoring Carolina, indicating a level of confidence in their ability to close out this series. Not to forget, they have the home crowd's energy to amplify their gameplay. Although the Devils have key players who might provide surprises, it feels like the Hurricanes are poised to seal the series with this game. Let's see if they can strike that final blow or if the Devils will put up a fight and extend this series a little longer.

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