FLA Panthers vs CAR Hurricanes Prediction: the hosts will manage to add two points

Prediction for the NHL match which will take place on January 3. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

FLA Panthers

After the break, Florida performed ambiguously. First, they surprised in the match against Montreal. The team was so powerless that they could not score, while conceding four pucks. After that, the Panthers were furious and got back at the Rangers. Being in their own stands, the Panthers beat the opponent with a difference of two pucks - 5:3.

In the Eastern Conference table, Florida is fighting for a place in the top three. At the moment in its piggy bank as many points as the superior Toronto - 48.

CAR Hurricanes

The position of Carolina in the East table is not much different. Ahead of the game with Florida, the team can settle for fifth place with only two points less than their upcoming opponent. A win in the upcoming game will help the Hurricanes move up to fourth place.

The Hurricanes have been having problems with their conditioning lately. In the last five-game stretch, they managed to record only five points with two wins - 3:1 over the Rangers and 5:2 over New Jersey, as well as one loss outside of regulation time - 3:4 (B) to Columbus.

Expert Betting Tips

Both teams are fighting for a place in the top three of the Eastern Conference, but we like the Panthers more. Carolina doesn't shine on the road at all, having only eight wins in 19 games. In addition, Paul Maurice's team has been stronger in the last three head-to-head meetings. In general, we believe that the hosts will manage to add two points to their piggy bank. We'll bet on their final victory.