Toronto vs Carolina Prediction: Expecting Good Game for the Hurricanes

Prediction for the NHL match between Toronto vs Carolina, which will take place on December 31st. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

Toronto is doing quite well this season, but the team's fans expect more. The Maple Leafs currently sit in third place in the Atlantic Division with 41 points, and after a couple of losses, they might not be in the playoff zone. That's why it's worth putting effort into, but it's not working so far - four losses in the last five games. The day before, after the break, Toronto unexpectedly lost to Ottawa (2-4) and Columbus (5-6 OT).

Carolina looks about the same as Toronto this season. They, too, are not doing their best, and their playoff spot is also in question. The Hurricanes are fourth in the Metropolitan Division standings with 42 points. We note that on the eve of a short break, they failed two games but, immediately after, secured a 5-2 win over Nashville and a 5-3 over Montreal.

In the upcoming battle, we favor Carolina. The Hurricanes are good - they made two confident victories after a break. But Toronto lost to Ottawa and Columbus, opponents far from the Hurricanes' level. In addition, the Maple Leafs have a second day of back-to-back games, which is an asset for Carolina, who had more time to rest.