NHL Playoffs Matchup: Hurricanes vs. Capitals - Betting Odds & Game 5 Prognostication
The Eastern Conference first-round match-up between the Washington Capitals and the Carolina Hurricanes continues on Saturday, April 20, at 8 PM EST, with Game 5 being played at the Capital One Arena in Washington. The series is currently tied at 2-2.
The Capitals have been struggling offensively in the recent games, scoring only one goal in the last two contests. However, they have been impressive on home ice, finishing the postseason with a record of 24-11-6. The Capitals are also strong against division opponents, posting a 46-26 ATS record over the last two seasons.
The Hurricanes, on the other hand, have shown resilience in the series, bouncing back from a loss in overtime in Game 3 with a 5-0 win in Game 4, and a tight 2-1 victory in Game 5. The Hurricanes have a mixed record against division opponents, with a 25-35 ATS mark over the last two seasons.
The Hurricanes have performed exceptionally well on the road when playing against teams with a winning record, going 16-46 ATS (+76.7 Units) over the last three seasons. The Capitals, on the other hand, have a strong record of 63-44 ATS when facing teams with a winning record over the last two seasons.
The game will be a tight one, with the over/under set at 5 ½. The Capitals are currently 1 ½ goal favorites according to NHL betting lines. The expert pick for the game is Carolina Hurricanes 2 - Washington Capitals 3.
Updated NHL odds are available on MyBookie's online betting platform, which covers a wide range of topics, including the Calder Award race, Stanley Cup Finals, Monday Night Hockey, Weekly Hockey Action, and more. The game will be televised on NBC.
While the search results do not provide information about which Carolina Hurricanes player has scored the most goals in the current playoff series against the Washington Capitals, the Hurricanes' offensive prowess cannot be ignored, especially after their impressive performance in the last two games. The series promises to be an exciting one, with both teams evenly matched.
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