Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. Our featured game of this edition is the Boston Bruins taking on the Carolina Hurricanes check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.
NHL Predictions
Boston Bruins vs Carolina Hurricanes
Head-to-Head: Bruins 1-1 Hurricanes
How to Watch: US TV: Fan Duel Sports South; NESN; ESPN+. Canada TV: SN Pacific.
Time: 7 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
We open up NHL predictions with our featured game between the Boston Bruins and the Carolina Hurricanes. Boston is expected to give Jeremy Swayman the start in this game but always check social media before locking in a daily fantasy starter. The Bruins are 6-3-1 in their previous 10 games but have dropped their last three games in a row. The Bruins currently hold the first wild card spot, and a win would give the Bruins a leg up in clinching a playoff spot. David Pastrnak leads the team in points with 97 so far this campaign.
Carolina is likely to give Brandon Bussi the start in this game. The Hurricanes are 7-3 in their previous 10 games but did lose to the Ottawa Senators last time out. The Hurricanes are on the edge of locking down the Metropolitan Division title with a victory. Sebastian Aho leads the club in assists (52) and points (78).
This is an important game for both teams. However, the Hurricanes get the victory in this one.
Prediction: Hurricanes win 5-3.