New York Rangers vs Carolina Hurricanes Prediction: The second game of the series could quickly go to the Rangers

Prediction for the NHL New York Rangers vs Carolina Hurricanes match which will take place on May 8th. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

The Rangers had a great series with Washington. The New Yorkers beat the Capitals 4:0, so they've got a lot of energy left for their first meeting with Carolina, who are a much stronger team. The series' first game went to the Rangers, who beat the Hurricanes 4:3. They led 3:1 in the third period, and Artemi Panarin scored a crucial fourth goal to make it 4:3.

Carolina's first opponent in this playoff series was the Islanders. The Hurricanes won four games in the series but lost one - the fourth in overtime. Well, the Hurricanes took the fifth game quickly, 6:3. As for the first game of the new playoff series against the Rangers, they lost 4:3. Overall, Carolina looked great during the game, throwing a lot of shots at Shesterkin's goal and attacking, but luck was on their side that night.

The second game of the series could quickly go to the Rangers. There's no evident reason why Carolina would want to upset the best team in the East at the end of the regular season. Moreover, they've gone through the playoffs without a loss, winning one game after another (five in a row), which plays into New York's hands. With the support of their fans, the team will do it again. As a main bet, we'll take them with no loss.