{"id":536200,"date":"2026-04-02T07:43:24","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T07:43:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/536200\/"},"modified":"2026-04-02T07:43:24","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T07:43:24","slug":"columbus-blue-jackets-vs-carolina-hurricanes-prediction-picks-odds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/536200\/","title":{"rendered":"Columbus Blue Jackets vs Carolina Hurricanes Prediction, Picks &#038; Odds"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>    NHL Betting Preview: Blue Jackets vs Hurricanes<\/p>\n<p>The Columbus Blue Jackets square off against the Carolina Hurricanes at Lenovo Center, with face-off scheduled for 16:00 on Thursday, April 2.<\/p>\n<p>Back Canes to Have the Edge<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re keeping things simple by backing the Hurricanes on the 3-Way Moneyline. They should get the better of the Blue Jackets and our betting prediction is available at odds of -115.<\/p>\n<p>Teams\u2019 Last Battle Saw 5-2 Canes Victory<\/p>\n<p>Columbus Blue Jackets and Carolina Hurricanes faced off two nights ago, with the Canes coming away with a 5-2 win at Nationwide Arena.<\/p>\n<p>The Canes had 25 shots on goal and Andrei Svechnikov was one of five different players on the scoresheet. The Blue Jackets fired 25 shots on goal, with Kirill Marchenko and Adam Fantilli scoring one goal each.<\/p>\n<p>Head-to-Head Statistics<\/p>\n<p>The Canes have triumphed in six of the previous 10 clashes between these teams.<\/p>\n<p>                     Starting Goalies<\/p>\n<p>                             <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/316.png\" height=\"20\" width=\"20\" alt=\"\"\/><br \/>\n                             Jet Greaves (Expected)<\/p>\n<p>                                Season<br \/>\n                                W-L-OTL:<br \/>\n                                GAA:<br \/>\n                                SV%:<br \/>\n                                SO:<\/p>\n<p>                                24\/25<br \/>\n                                24-15-9<br \/>\n                                2.6<br \/>\n                                .909<br \/>\n                                2<\/p>\n<p>                                23\/24<br \/>\n                                3-6-0<br \/>\n                                3.49<\/p>\n<p>.908<br \/>\n                                0<\/p>\n<p>                             <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/282.png\" height=\"20\" width=\"20\" alt=\"\"\/><br \/>\n                             Frederik Andersen (Expected)<\/p>\n<p>                                Season<br \/>\n                                W-L-OTL:<br \/>\n                                GAA:<br \/>\n                                SV%:<br \/>\n                                SO:<\/p>\n<p>                                24\/25<br \/>\n                                13-13-5<br \/>\n                                3.2<br \/>\n                                .871<br \/>\n                                0<\/p>\n<p>                                23\/24<br \/>\n                                13-2-0<br \/>\n                                1.84<\/p>\n<p>.932<br \/>\n                                3<\/p>\n<p>            Columbus Blue Jackets \u2013 Last 10 Games<\/p>\n<p>5 wins, 4 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.8 goals from 26.8 shots on goal, with a 12.9% powerplay efficiency. The Blue Jackets have given up 2.3 goals from 26.6 shots, averaging 3.9 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 79.5%.<\/p>\n<p>Zach Werenski is the top points scorer with 10 points, 1 goal and 9 assists, with Adam Fantilli racking up 9 points, 3 goals and 6 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie Jet Greaves have a 2.11 goal against average with a .919 save percentage.<\/p>\n<p>            Carolina Hurricanes \u2013 Last 10 Games<\/p>\n<p>The Canes have 6 wins and 4 losses, averaging 3.4 goals from 34.7 shots on goal, with a 31.4% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 3.1 goals from 22.7 shots, averaging 3.6 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 88.9%.<\/p>\n<p>The top points scorer is Nikolaj Ehlers with 13 points, 4 goals and 9 assists, while Seth Jarvis is next in line after having 9 points, 2 goals and 7 assists. Goalie Brandon Bussi have a 2.82 GAA with a .879 SV%.<\/p>\n<p>    Columbus Blue Jackets vs Carolina Hurricanes Prediction &amp; Picks<\/p>\n<p>Make the most of Columbus Blue Jackets vs Carolina Hurricanes with our betting analysis that includes an expert match prediction, expected scoreline, key player prop picks and a value-focused bet builder.<\/p>\n<p>Game Prediction<\/p>\n<p>The pick is that Carolina Hurricanes will outscore their opponents in 60 minutes, with odds of -115 currently available that they win this NHL game. That looks a price worth taking on this value selection.<\/p>\n<p>The handicappers at Sportsgambler.com always keep close tabs on team news as it develops. We also rely on recent form and key NHL stats to help shape our hockey predictions and guide the final call.<\/p>\n<p>Key Blue Jackets vs Hurricanes stats:<\/p>\n<p>            Hurricanes have won 8 of their last 10 games at home.Hurricanes have won 15 of their last 20 games at home.Blue Jackets have lost their last 4 games.Hurricanes have won 6 of their last 10 games against Blue Jackets.Canes 3-Way Moneyline Probability<\/p>\n<p>Based on the odds from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/app\/\" style=\"color: blue;font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best betting apps<\/a>, our pick has a 53.5% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our experts think there\u2019s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we can recommend this hockey bet.<\/p>\n<p>Looking for Bigger Odds?<\/p>\n<p>If you can correctly predict that Carolina will win along with the number of goals, then you are able to combine the two picks by going down the Match Winner &amp; Total Goals route.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t miss the chance to claim free bets using our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-offers\/promo-codes\/\" style=\"color: blue;font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">exclusive betting promo codes<\/a> \u2014check our bonus guide before placing your bets.<\/p>\n<p>\n            Our Game Prediction\n        <\/p>\n<p>        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"tpbot_tip\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n            Hurricanes 3-Way Moneyline @ -115<br \/>\n        <\/a><br \/>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"tpbot_btns\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n             Watch Live<br \/>\n            Bet Now<br \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill logo\"\/><br \/>\n        <\/a><\/p>\n<p>                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" width=\"140\" height=\"38\" alt=\"Thrill logo\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                Thrill Promo<br \/>\n                70% Rakeback + 10% Cashback<br \/>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"btn inline-flex justify-center align-center pulsate-bck\" style=\"background-color: #fff; color: #000;\" target=\"_blank\">Get Bonus<\/a><br \/>\n                T&amp;C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+<\/p>\n<p>        Disclosure: This preview contains affiliate links; we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. T&amp;Cs apply. We only recommend licensed and regulated operators. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/editorial-policy\/\" style=\"color: blue; font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Editorial Policy<\/a>. Pick odds and lines reflect the price available at the time of publication (Apr 1, 20:56). Live market odds are updated regularly and may differ. 18+ (or legal age) | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/gamble-responsibly\/\" style=\"color: blue; font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Gamble Responsibly<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Published 20:56, 01 April 2026<\/p>\n<p>        Player Prop Picks<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top:10px;\">Charlie Coyle (Blue Jackets) has finished with Under 1.5 shots on goal in 5 of the past 5 games. We think he might fall short of the mark, with odds of -164 available when it comes to this Shots on Goal bet. <\/p>\n<p>            Latest Charlie Coyle Player Prop Odds<\/p>\n<p>Goals<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                   <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Assists<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                   <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Shots on Goal<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                   <\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"tc-content\" style=\"padding:0;\">Pick odds and lines correct at publication. Live market odds are updated regularly and may differ. T&amp;Cs apply. 18+ (or legal age) | Gamble Responsibly.<\/p>\n<p>                Columbus Blue Jackets vs Carolina Hurricanes Odds<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 12px;padding: 10px; background-color: #f2f5f6\">The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.<\/p>\n<p>Canes Likely to Win According to Latest Odds<\/p>\n<p>The Carolina Hurricanes odds have been priced up by the sportsbooks and they are -185 betting favorites to land victory in this game which means a 65% chance of winning. Columbus Blue Jackets are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +152.<\/p>\n<p>The puck line is 1.5 and total goals is 6.5. Hockey fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Totals wager. The Over 6.5 selection is available to back at -100.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/\" style=\"color: blue;font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best betting sites<\/a> offer hundreds of game lines and team props when it comes to National Hockey League clashes. Make sure you look through all the available options before deciding which bet to place.<\/p>\n<p>Seth Jarvis Favorite to Be First Goalscorer<\/p>\n<p>The Anytime Goalscorer betting indicates that Seth Jarvis has odds of +170. He is available at +1100 to find the net first which makes him favorite.<\/p>\n<p>            Player Goals<\/p>\n<p>Seth Jarvis (Hurricanes)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Andrei Svechnikov (Hurricanes)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Kirill Marchenko (Blue Jackets)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Sebastian Aho (Hurricanes)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>            Player Assists<\/p>\n<p>Zach Werenski (Blue Jackets)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Sebastian Aho (Hurricanes)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Seth Jarvis (Hurricanes)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Shayne Gostisbehere (Hurricanes)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>            Player Shots<\/p>\n<p>Seth Jarvis (Hurricanes)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Kirill Marchenko (Blue Jackets)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Sebastian Aho (Hurricanes)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Adam Fantilli (Blue Jackets)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Micro Betting<\/p>\n<p>Micro betting is an exciting way to wager on the NHL. There are a huge range of live lines and it\u2019s a simple case of predicting what is going to happen next. Next Goal, Next Goalscorer and several 10 Minute lines are among the options.<\/p>\n<p>Live market odds and lines updated regularly. All odds subject to change. T&amp;Cs apply. 18+ (or legal age) | Gamble Responsibly.<\/p>\n<p>Team Stats<\/p>\n<p>Latest regular season and playoff games stats.<\/p>\n<p>                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/316.png\" height=\"90\"  alt=\"Columbus Blue Jackets logo\"\/><br \/>\n                        Columbus Blue Jackets Stats<\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/282.png\" height=\"90\"  alt=\"Carolina Hurricanes logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                         Carolina Hurricanes Stats<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t            5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t            6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games on the road<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t            6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t            8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games<\/p>\n<p>                            \t+1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 9 of the last 10 games<br \/>\n                            \t+1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 9 of the last 10 games on the road<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t        \t-1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games<br \/>\n                            \t-1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 2 of the last 10 home games<\/p>\n<p>                                Game Totals: An average of 5.30 goals in the previous 10 games<br \/>\n                            \tGame Totals on the Road: An average of 4.80 goals in the previous 10 games on the road<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t        \tOver 6.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games<br \/>\n                            \tOver 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games on the road<br \/>\n                            \tTeam Totals: Have scored an average of 2.90 goals and allowed 2.40 goals in the last 10 games<br \/>\n                            \tTeam Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.70 pts and allowed 2.10 goals in the last 10 games on the road<\/p>\n<p>                            Game Totals: An average of 6.50 goals in the previous 10 games<br \/>\n                            \tGame Totals at Home: An average of 7.20 goals in the previous 10 home games<br \/>\n                            \tOver 6.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games<br \/>\n                            \tOver 6.5 at Home: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 home games<br \/>\n                            \tTeam Totals: Have scored an average of 3.40 goals and allowed 3.10 goals in the last 10 games<br \/>\n                            \tTeam Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 4.00 goals and allowed 3.20 goals in the last 10 home games<\/p>\n<p>Last 10 Games<\/p>\n<p>                            \tGoals Powerplay: 0.4<br \/>\n                            \tShots: 26.8<br \/>\n                            \tGoals Shorthanded: 0<br \/>\n                            \tPenalties: 3.9<br \/>\n                            \tEmpty Net Goals: 0.2<br \/>\n                            \tPenalty Minutes: 9.3<br \/>\n                            \tBlocks: 13.8<br \/>\n                            \tFaceoff Wins : 27.5<br \/>\n                            \tHits: 20.1<br \/>\n                            \tGiveaways: 14.4<br \/>\n                            \tTakeaways: 5.4              \t<\/p>\n<p>Last 10 Games on the Road<\/p>\n<p>                                Goals Powerplay: 0.4<br \/>\n                            \tShots: 27.9<br \/>\n                            \tGoals Shorthanded: 0.1<br \/>\n                            \tPenalties: 3.5<br \/>\n                            \tEmpty Net Goals: 0.3<br \/>\n                            \tPenalty Minutes: 7.7<br \/>\n                            \tBlocks: 14.4<br \/>\n                            \tFaceoff Wins : 25.5<br \/>\n                            \tHits: 21.4<br \/>\n                            \tGiveaways: 15.3<br \/>\n                            \tTakeaways: 5.7    <\/p>\n<p>Last 10 Games<\/p>\n<p>                                Goals Powerplay: 1.1<br \/>\n                            \tShots: 34.7<br \/>\n                            \tGoals Shorthanded: 0.4<br \/>\n                            \tPenalties: 3.6<br \/>\n                            \tEmpty Net Goals: 0.4<br \/>\n                            \tPenalty Minutes: 8.2<br \/>\n                            \tBlocks: 18<br \/>\n                            \tFaceoff Wins : 28.2<br \/>\n                            \tHits: 21.7<br \/>\n                            \tGiveaways: 15.2<br \/>\n                            \tTakeaways: 5.6 <\/p>\n<p>Last 10 Home Games<\/p>\n<p>                            Goals Powerplay: 1<br \/>\n                            \tShots: 34.4<br \/>\n                            \tGoals Shorthanded: 0.2<br \/>\n                            \tPenalties: 3.3<br \/>\n                            \tEmpty Net Goals: 0.1<br \/>\n                            \tPenalty Minutes: 6.6<br \/>\n                            \tBlocks: 19.5<br \/>\n                            \tFaceoff Wins : 29.9<br \/>\n                            \tHits: 21.5<br \/>\n                            \tGiveaways: 16.1<br \/>\n                            \tTakeaways: 6.2 <\/p>\n<p>                Starting Lineups<\/p>\n<p>Both teams\u2019 confirmed lineups will be published ahead of face-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.<\/p>\n<p>                Expert Analysis by Robert Carter<\/p>\n<p class=\"expert-subtitle italic margin-bottom-2\">NHL Analyst<\/p>\n<p>                About the Analyst<\/p>\n<p>Our ice hockey previews are produced by a specialised team of analysts, former odds compilers and sports journalists. Picks are research-driven and reviewed for accuracy and editorial consistency under the oversight of our hockey panel and Editor-in-Chief.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/writers\/robert-carter\/\" class=\"expert-link inline-flex align-center relative\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">View Profile &amp; Track Record<\/a><\/p>\n<p>                NHL Predictions Methodology<\/p>\n<p>Our NHL analysis combines the latest\u00a0team news, injury reports and\u00a0line changes\u00a0with recent form and market movement. We factor in\u00a0situational analysis\u00a0like home ice advantage and schedule spots. 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