Hurricanes vs. Islanders Odds
| Hurricanes Odds | -160 |
| Islanders Odds | +135 |
| Over / Under | 5.5 -105 / -115 |
Here's everything you need to know about the Hurricanes vs. Islanders Game 3 on Thursday, April 25 – our expert NHL prediction and pick.
Thursday night's Game 3 NHL matchup between the Carolina Hurricanes and the New York Islanders is set to be an encounter to test the mettle of New York. With home ice in their favor, will the Islanders right the ship and prevent an 0-3 hole in the series?
This matchup showcases the high-flying Hurricanes who boast league-leading numbers on both offense and defense against the defensively gritty Islanders, which offers a fascinating contrast in styles.
Find my Hurricanes vs. Islanders Game 3 betting preview and prediction below.
Carolina Hurricanes
The Hurricanes boast one of the league's most dangerous offenses, leading the NHL in Corsi Percentage and ranking second in Expected Goals Percentage (xG%).
Their third-place rank in Expected Goals For and strong Power Play Performance, ranking third in goals on the man advantage, highlight their efficiency and explosiveness.
Defensively, Carolina is equally impressive, ranking second in Expected Goals Against and having the fewest Penalty Kill Goals Allowed. Starting goalie Frederik Andersen has been a standout this season, topping the charts in Save Percentage and Goals Against Average, which solidifies Carolina's status as a top contender.
New York Islanders
Conversely, the Islanders have struggled offensively, ranking low in puck control at 25th place in Corsi Percentage, though they manage a mid-tier ranking in xG%.
Their ability to convert high-danger chances into goals has been a saving grace, placing them 11th in Expected Goals For.
Defensively, the Islanders find themselves in a challenging position with the 21st rank in Expected Goals Against, despite being effective in managing high-danger situations. Goaltender Ilya Sorokin has faced difficulties, with lower rankings in key goaltending metrics, which could be exploited by the Hurricanes' aggressive offense.
Hurricanes vs. Islanders
Betting Pick & Prediction
Given the statistical overview and matchup dynamics, the best bet appears to be the Hurricanes Moneyline at -155 odds at Caesars.
Carolina's dominance in both offensive and defensive metrics, combined with Andersen's elite goaltending, gives them a clear advantage over the Islanders, whose struggles in net might be too significant to overcome in this contest.
Even with home ice in their favor, the Islanders do not have the ability to keep up with the Hurricanes’ elite talent across the board.
Opting for Carolina on the moneyline not only reflects the team's statistical superiority but also capitalizes on its momentum and strategic depth, setting up the Hurricanes to secure a 3-0 series lead and a chance to sweep New York.
Pick: Hurricanes ML (-155 at Caesars)
