We have your Carolina Hurricanes vs. New York Rangers prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Carolina Hurricanes hit the road to face the New York Rangers.
The New York Rangers (25-9-1) are set to host the Carolina Hurricanes (20-13-4) in a high-stakes Eastern Conference showdown. With the Rangers leading the conference and the Hurricanes chasing closely behind, this matchup is crucial for both teams’ playoff positioning.
Carolina Hurricanes vs. New York Rangers Odds Info
Moneyline: Carolina Hurricanes +104 (BetRivers) / New York Rangers -115 (BetMGM)
Puck Line: -1.5 – Carolina Hurricanes -250 (DraftKings) / New York Rangers +205 (DraftKings)
Total: 6.0 – -120 (BetMGM) / +100 (BetMGM)
Game Info
Date: Tuesday, Jan. 02
Time: 07:00 PM
Location: Madison Square Garden – New York City, NY
TV: ESPN+
Carolina Hurricanes Betting Trends
- This season, the Carolina Hurricanes have hit 19 overs and 18 unders.
- On the road this season, the Carolina Hurricanes have hit 10 overs and 11 unders.
- As the underdog this season, the Carolina Hurricanes have hit 2 overs and 1 under.
New York Rangers Betting Trends
- This season, the New York Rangers have hit 17 overs and 18 unders.
- At home this season, the New York Rangers have hit 8 overs and 8 unders.
- As the favorite this season, the New York Rangers have hit 11 overs and 15 unders.
Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis
Over the course of the last two seasons, the Carolina Hurricanes and the New York Rangers have faced off five times, with the Rangers coming out on top in four of those encounters. These games span from January 3, 2023, to November 2, 2023. The Rangers have demonstrated a strong performance on home ice, winning three out of the two games played at their arena, while the Hurricanes have secured one victory at home. When it comes to betting statistics, the Rangers have covered the spread in three games, whereas the Hurricanes have done so in two. The over/under betting results show a slight tendency towards the under, with three games falling below the total score line set by bookmakers and two games surpassing it. The Rangers have shown a consistent ability to win as both favorites and underdogs, with their most significant victory coming as underdogs with a closing moneyline of +170 and a final score spread of 4, indicating a decisive win.
The most recent matchup between the two teams on November 2, 2023, ended with a narrow 2-1 victory for the New York Rangers. The Rangers were slight favorites with a closing moneyline of -115 and managed to cover the spread of -1.5. The game was a defensive battle, with the Rangers blocking a significant number of shots (20) compared to the Hurricanes (10). Both teams had multiple power play opportunities, but only managed to convert one each, with the Hurricanes scoring on one of their two chances and the Rangers on one of their five. The goaltenders played a crucial role, with the Rangers’ Igor Shesterkin posting a save percentage of 0.963 and the Hurricanes’ Frederik Andersen recording a save percentage of 0.923. Faceoffs were evenly matched, with the Rangers winning 51.6% and the Hurricanes 48.4%. Despite the close scoreline, the game did not meet the over/under of 5.5, contributing to the trend of unders in the series.
Carolina Hurricanes vs. New York Rangers Predictions
The New York Rangers have been on a tear this season, boasting a strong record and sitting comfortably at the top of the Eastern Conference. Their success has been largely driven by left wing Artemi Panarin, who leads the team with 23 goals, 27 assists, and 50 points. The Rangers’ offensive prowess, combined with their solid defense, has made them a formidable opponent on the ice. They come into this game on a one-game winning streak, looking to extend their dominance at the Madison Square Garden.
On the other side, the Carolina Hurricanes are in the midst of a three-game winning streak, showing resilience and determination to climb the conference rankings. Center Sebastian Aho has been a standout performer for the Hurricanes, leading the team with 15 goals, 27 assists, and 42 points. The Hurricanes have been consistent on both ends of the ice, but they will need to be at their best defensively to contain the Rangers’ high-scoring offense. The head-to-head matchup between Aho and Panarin will be one to watch, as both players have the ability to change the game in an instant.
Defensively, both teams have shown they can be stingy, with the Rangers known for blocking shots and the Hurricanes for their disciplined play. The game is expected to be a tight contest, with the Rangers favored by a slim margin. The over/under line is set at 6.0, indicating that a high-scoring affair could be in store. However, with both teams’ recent trends showing a slight preference for the under, this game could very well be decided by the goalies’ performances and the defensive units’ ability to limit high-quality scoring chances.
Carolina Hurricanes vs. New York Rangers Pick
The upcoming clash between the New York Rangers and the Carolina Hurricanes is poised to be a battle of defensive prowess. With the Rangers’ ability to block shots and the Hurricanes’ disciplined play, goals may be hard to come by. The Rangers have hit the under in 18 of their games this season, while the Hurricanes have also leaned towards the under, with 18 of their games falling below the total line. Moreover, the historical head-to-head encounters between these two teams have favored the under, with three out of the last five matchups not surpassing the bookmakers’ total score line. Given these trends, and considering the defensive capabilities of both teams, the under seems to be the more likely outcome for this game.
Additionally, the most recent meeting between the two on November 2, 2023, ended with a low-scoring 2-1 victory for the Rangers, which did not meet the over/under of 5.5. Both teams’ goaltenders are in excellent form, with the Rangers’ Igor Shesterkin and the Hurricanes’ Frederik Andersen posting impressive save percentages in their last encounter. With such strong performances between the pipes, it’s reasonable to expect another closely contested game where defense takes precedence over offense. Therefore, despite the set total line of 6.0, the under is the more compelling pick for this matchup, as both teams are likely to continue their trend of playing games that result in fewer goals than the line suggests.
The Pick: Under 6.0 -120 (BetMGM)
Carolina Hurricanes vs. New York Rangers Player Prop Picks
Here are the players who have hit over their current prop line in at least 7 of their last 10 games.
Carolina Hurricanes
| Player Name | Prop | Line | Over Rate | Over Odds | Under Odds | Last 10 Average | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Bunting | Shots On Goal | 1.5 | 7/10 | -145 | +114 | 1.7 | 1.69 |
| Seth Jarvis | Points | 0.5 | 7/10 | -105 | -125 | 0.8 | 0.80 |
| Andrei Svechnikov | Shots On Goal | 2.5 | 7/10 | -135 | +105 | 2.9 | 2.89 |
New York Rangers
| Player Name | Prop | Line | Over Rate | Over Odds | Under Odds | Last 10 Average | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Kreider | Points | 0.5 | 7/10 | -135 | +105 | 1.1 | 1.04 |
| Mika Zibanejad | Points | 0.5 | 10/10 | -166 | +130 | 1.7 | 1.64 |
| Alexis Lafreniere | Shots On Goal | 1.5 | 7/10 | -160 | +124 | 2.1 | 1.88 |
| Mika Zibanejad | Assists | 0.5 | 7/10 | +120 | -150 | 0.9 | 0.87 |
| Mika Zibanejad | Power Play Points | 0.5 | 8/10 | +175 | -230 | 0.8 | 0.80 |
| Artemi Panarin | Power Play Points | 0.5 | 7/10 | +114 | -145 | 0.8 | 0.80 |
| Adam Fox | Assists | 0.5 | 7/10 | -175 | +135 | 0.8 | 0.80 |
| Adam Fox | Points | 0.5 | 7/10 | -210 | +160 | 0.8 | 0.80 |
