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Panthers vs Hurricanes Prediction, Picks and NHL Conference Final Odds for May 24: Bet Carolina (+134) in Game 3
No, Saturday’s matchup against the reigning Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers isn’t an elimination game for the Carolina Hurricanes, but boy does it feel like one after the Hurricanes offered little resistance in the first two games of the Eastern Conference Final.
The NHL betting odds have the Panthers priced at -155 to win Game 3 at home and take a commanding 3-0 lead in the series. Carolina at +134 to improve to 4-2 on the road in this year’s playoffs.
The NHL futures bets have Panthers at +120 and Carolina at +1200 in the odds of winning the Stanley Cup.
Let’s check out some NHL prop bets for Game 3 in the Hurricanes vs Panthers series.
Hurricanes vs Panthers Prediction Today, May 24
Hurricanes 3, Panthers 2
Carolina has won three of its last four playoff games as a road underdog. However, it is going to be a little bit harder to beat the defending champions at home than it was posting the wins versus the Islanders and the Devils in the 2023 playoffs.
Go with the visiting Canes to find a way to steal Game 3 when making NHL expert picks.
Top 2 Hurricanes vs Panthers Best NHL Player Props Today
1. Florida’s Sam Bennett to Score 1+ Goals (+225)
Sam Bennett already has three goals and an assist in the first two games of the season after having two goals in the three regular-season matchups with the Hurricanes.
Bennett already has scored a career-high nine goals in this year’s playoffs. We think he is a good free NHL pick on Saturday.
Bet on Sam Bennett to Score 1+ Goals (+225)
2. Sebastian Aho 1+ Assists (+125)
Sebastian Aho has one of Carolina’s two goals in this series and leads the Hurricanes with seven shots on goal. Aho has a goal, four assists and a +3 defensive rating in five road games in this year’s playoffs. Even though Aho continues to be targeted physically by the Florida players, he could deliver in the NHL prop bets.
Bet on Sebastian Aho 1+ Assists (+125)
Hurricanes vs Panthers Moneyline Pick
Maybe it is just wishful thinking on my part that the Hurricanes can make a series of this, but I like Carolina to find a way to win on Saturday in the biggest game of the season for the Hurricanes.
The Hurricanes won 3-1 the last time they played Florida on the road. It was one of the 16 road wins during the regular season. It was stunning to see how easy it was for Florida to win in Game 2 after capturing the series opener. It is time for Carolina to show why it is in the Eastern Conference Final for the third time in the last seven seasons.
Bet on the Hurricanes ML (+134)
Hurricanes vs Panthers Spread Pick
There is plenty of value with the Panthers at +175 on the -1.5 puckline. The Panthers swept the Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference Finals in 2023 and even though Florida is 7-2 in its last nine home games versus the Hurricanes, go with Carolina to cover.
Bet on the Hurricanes +1.5 (-205)
Hurricanes vs Panthers Over/Under Pick
Those who went with the game to land under the sports betting odds total of 5.5 had to be sweating a bit when Aleksander Barkov scored with 6:11 remaining in the third period to give the Panthers the 5-0 lead. Carolina had three shots on goal down the stretch to try to avoid being shut out.
Go with Game 3 to land under 5.5 goals as both teams will look to limit the odd-man rushes and trips to the penalty box.
Bet on Hurricanes vs Panthers under 5.5 (-125)
Hurricanes vs Panthers How to Watch
- Game: Carolina Hurricanes (55-33-6) vs Florida Panthers (57-35-4)
- Date/Time: Saturday, May 24, 8:00 p.m. ET
- Location: Amerant Bank Arena, Sunrise, FL
- Hurricanes vs Panthers Live Stream: NHL.com.
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Odds and information are accurate at the time of writing. Please check with official sources for the latest updates before placing any bets
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Hurricanes vs Panthers NHL FAQs
What team has scored the most goals in the third period in this year's playoffs?
Florida. The Panthers have outscored their opponents 20-11 in the third period in the postseason.
Are there any injuries that could impact Game 3 in the Hurricanes vs Panthers series?
Florida forward Sam Reinhart is day-to-day as are Carolina defensemen Jalen Chatfield and Sean Walker.
