Carolina Hurricanes vs Tampa Bay Lightning Prediction: the Hurricanes looked better than the Lightning

Prediction for the NHL Carolina Hurricanes vs Tampa Bay Lightning match which will take place on October 12th. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

Carolina joins the season as one of the top favorites to win the Stanley Cup. It's true - the Hurricanes have a great squad and have every chance of at least improving on last season's performance when they reached the quarter-finals. Remember, the Rangers knocked the Hurricanes out in six games. Well, in the off-season, Carolina played six games, winning four. The day before, they beat Nashville 5:3.

Tampa Bay could easily win the Stanley Cup again this season. It's hard to say that the Lightning has strengthened, and the departure of Stamkos and Sergachev has weakened them considerably, but overall, the team has an incredible roster. Last season, Florida eliminated them in five games in the first round of the playoffs. In the pre-season, Tampa Bay won just twice in six games, and last season, they lost 2:1 in overtime to Carolina.

In the upcoming battle, we suggest betting on Carolina. After all, the Hurricanes looked better than the Lightning in pre-season, and they beat them 2:1 in overtime a week ago. Moreover, the Hurricanes start the season at home, and it's never a good idea to miss the first meeting with the fans.