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Vegas Golden Knights vs. Carolina Hurricanes: Preview, Predictions and Picks for January 17, 2025

Updated on:
Jan 17, 2025 6:00 PM
The Vegas Golden Knights, still riding high after Pavel Dorofeyev's hat trick, head to the Lenovo Center on Friday, January 17, 2025, to take on the Carolina Hurricanes at 7:00 PM. The Hurricanes, currently leading the series 1-0, look to capitalize on their strong home record (17-5-1) against the Golden Knights, who have been solid on the road with an 11-6-3 record. This NHL matchup is shaping up to be an exciting battle between two top teams in their respective divisions.
Vegas Golden Knights vs Carolina Hurricanes

Current Odds

VGK
CAR
Over
5.5
-118
Under
6.0
-105
VGK
+1.5
-200
CAR
-1.5
+180
VGK
ML
+130
CAR
ML
-140

Golden Knights vs Hurricanes statistics

Stat Golden Knights Hurricanes
Goals For per Game 3.41 3.31
Goals Against Average 2.68 2.78
Shots per Game 30.7 31.9
Shots Against per Game 27.0 25.0
Power Play Goals 27 31
Power Play Goals Against 20 20
Short Handed Goals 5 4
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 234 314
Power Play Percentage 26.2 22.3
Penalty Kill Percentage 78.0 85.1

Carolina Hurricanes recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
1/15/25 @ Buffalo Sabres L 4-2
1/12/25 vs Anaheim Ducks L 3-2 OT
1/10/25 vs Vancouver Canucks W 2-0
1/9/25 vs Toronto Maple Leafs W 6-3
1/7/25 @ Tampa Bay Lightning L 3-2

Vegas Golden Knights recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
1/14/25 @ Nashville Predators L 5-3
1/12/25 vs Minnesota Wild W 4-1
1/11/25 vs New York Rangers L 2-1
1/9/25 vs New York Islanders L 4-0
1/7/25 @ San Jose Sharks W 4-2

Carolina Hurricanes injuries

  • William Carrier (LW): Out
  • Tyson Jost (C): Out
  • Frederik Andersen (G): Injured Reserve
  • Jordan Martinook (LW): Day-To-Day
  • Shayne Gostisbehere (D): Injured Reserve

Vegas Golden Knights injuries

  • Jack Eichel (C): Day-To-Day
  • Victor Olofsson (RW): Day-To-Day
  • Ivan Barbashev (C): Injured Reserve
  • Nicolas Roy (C): Injured Reserve
  • Zach Whitecloud (D): Day-To-Day

Golden Knights vs Hurricanes game info

Type Info
Venue Lenovo Center
Location Raleigh, NC
Puck drop Fri 7:00 PM

Golden Knights vs Hurricanes predictions

The Vegas Golden Knights' visit to the Carolina Hurricanes will undoubtedly be electrified by Pavel Dorofeyev, who is fresh off a stunning hat trick. He's got a hot hand with 19 goals this season, and you can bet he's looking to ride that momentum. Moreover, Jack Eichel, though day-to-day with an injury, is another player to watch. With 43 assists and a total of 54 points this season, Eichel orchestrates plays with finesse. Imagine if he's back on the ice this game—Dorofeyev might find the net again either through clean setups or picking up Eichel's slack. They're a dynamic pair that can seriously test the Hurricanes’ defense.

Turning our attention to the Carolina Hurricanes, Martin Necas needs to keep his impressive assist tally going in order to push his team to victory. He's leading the Canes with 35 assists, and his ability to read the plays and execute timely passes is crucial. Pair him up with Jack Roslovic, who has netted 17 goals this season, and you've got a concoction for offensive mayhem. The Hurricanes have proven strong at home, boasting a 17-5-1 record, which further cements the crucial roles of Necas and Roslovic. They're not just pacing the team; they're defining the backbone of their strategy.

So, who's got the edge in this faceoff? It's never easy to call, but given the home ice advantage and how formidable the Hurricanes have been at Lenovo Center, I’d give them a slight upper hand. However, with Dorofeyev on fire and the potential of Eichel’s return, the Golden Knights won't be bowing out easily. It promises to be a nail-biter, but if Necas and Roslovic can capitalize on their momentum, the Hurricanes might just keep their winning stride going. What do you think? Could Vegas pull an upset, or will the storm roar in Raleigh?

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