At the onset of the week is an irony from the Eastern Conference. The Carolina Hurricanes are the top seed in the Eastern Conference. As a result, the Canes have a home-ice advantage for the next two rounds. But the New Jersey Devils opened as a small Stanley Cup betting odds favorite to win their series against Carolina. Certainly, the Devils command respect for their 7-game series triumph over the New York Rangers. Meanwhile, the Canes are the NHL version of Rodney Dangerfield. Carolina gets no respect. But Wise Guys love a quality underdog in an even series.
2023 Stanley Cup Playoff Second Round Carolina Hurricanes vs. New Jersey Devils
| Date and Time: | Friday, May 05, 2023, 7 P.M. ET. |
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| Location: | PNC Arena, Raleigh, NC. |
| TV Coverage: | ESPN |
| Team | Spread | Total | ML | |
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| Devils | +1½ (-265) | 5½ (+115) | -105 |  |
| Hurricanes | -1½ (+225) | 5½ (-135) | -115 | |
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Carolina Hurricanes vs. New Jersey Devils SBG Odds Overview
Although Carolina is the higher seed with home-ice advantage, New Jersey’s win over the New York Rangers has captivated the casual sector. Thus, sharps will take advantage of Carolina’s online betting value.
Carolina Hurricanes vs. New Jersey Devils Series Schedule
- Game 1 (at CAR): May 3, 7 ET (ESPN)
- Game 2 (at CAR): May 5, TBD
- Game 3 (at NJ): TBD
- Game 4 (at NJ): TBD
- Game 5 (at CAR): TBD
- Game 6 (at NJ): TBD
- Game 7 (at CAR): TBD
Carolina Hurricanes Team Overview
Overall, the Carolina Hurricanes finished 52-21-9 straight up and 35-42-2 over/under the total. Also, Carolina was 2nd in the Eastern Conference playoff standings. Carolina was 22 points behind the Boston Bruins in the Eastern Conference playoff race. Late on, Carolina has covered four out of their last six t games. While the Hurricanes have gone under the total in one of its previous five matchups.
Carolina has NHL rankings of 15th for goals scored and 20th for power play efficiency. In comparison on defense, the Hurricanes have NHL rankings of 2nd for goals against and 2nd for penalty killing.
First among Carolina scorers is Sebastian Aho, with four goals, three assists, seven points, and a +3. Goaltender Antti Raanta has a .906 save percentage and 2.59 goals-against average. His record is 3-2 with no shutouts.
New Jersey Devils Team Overview
In sum, the New Jersey Devils were 52-22-8 straight up and 40-37-5 over/under the total. Also, New Jersey was 3rd in the Eastern Conference playoff standings. New Jersey was 23 points behind the Boston Bruins in the Eastern Conference playoff race. Late on, New Jersey has covered three out of their last three games. While the Devils have gone under the total in three of its previous three matchups.
New Jersey has NHL rankings of 4th for goals scored and 13th for power play efficiency. In comparison, on defense, the Devils have NHL rankings of 8th for goals against and 4th for penalty killing.
First among New Jersey scorers is Erik Haula, with four goals, two assists, six points, and a +1. Goaltender Akira Schmid has a .951 save percentage and 1.38 goals-against average. His record is 4-1 with two shutouts.
Carolina Hurricanes vs. New Jersey Devils SBG Free Picks
In this situation, Carolina brings the top-seed, home-ice advantage, and playoff experience with the NHL Playoff betting odds. New Jersey faces a potential letdown spot after rallying from 0-2 down to rally against the Rangers. Carolina is fresher and is getting a better price.
Carolina Hurricanes vs. New Jersey Devils SBG Best Bet: Carolina Hurricanes.