Carolina Hurricanes - Philadelphia Flyers predictions and free betting tips [21/03/2024]

The Carolina Hurricanes will host the Philadelphia Flyers in their forthcoming NHL regular season match.

Carolina Hurricanes

The Carolina Hurricanes have posted a laudable 43-20-6 record this season and recently added another victory to their tally, triumphing 4:1 against the New York Islanders. This feat is part of their impressive run in which they've won seven of their last eight games, with the only setback against the Rangers. In their triumph over Islanders, the Hurricanes demonstrated their resilience, scoring three goals in the first period and consolidating their lead with an empty net goal as the game drew to a close. The team surpassed the Islanders with 34 shots against 31 and proved to be equal challengers in the power play.

Sebastian Aho continues to be a pivotal figure for the Hurricanes, leading the team with 27 goals, 48 assists, and 184 shots on goal. Goalie Frederik Andersen plays a vital part in the team's defensive strategy, boasting 8 wins in 9 games, and an average 2.17 goals against per game. Overall, the Carolina Hurricanes continue to confirm their status as formidable contenders on ice, striking a balance in offense and defense, and striving to uplift their standings in preparation for the upcoming championship challenges.

Philadelphia Flyers

The Philadelphia Flyers show a steady quest towards the playoffs, amassing a 35-26-8 statistic after their recent victory over Toronto. This success enables the team to accrue 78 points, fuelling their playoff ambition in the Eastern Conference. Despite an early commanding 3:0 lead against Toronto, the Flyers barely managed to preserve their advantage, attained through an aggressive offense and 30 shots on goal. The team has been unable to clinch two consecutive wins over the past month, making their current victory particularly significant, especially following a four-game winning streak that ended in February.

Goalie Samuel Ersson, who blocked 27 shots against Toronto, highlights the team's eagerness to excel in all games, particularly considering previous defensive struggles causing the team to concede six or more goals in several matches. The team has demonstrated consistency, averaging 2.93 goals per game, while their defense concedes 3.01 goals per game. These figures underline their tenacity and readiness for the anticipated playoff challenges.

Head-to-Head

During the current regular season, Philadelphia and Carolina have squared off thrice within less than a month. The Hurricanes triumphed 3:2 away, and a few weeks later the Flyers returned the favour with a 3:1 victory on the road, after which the Hurricanes retaliated with a 4:1 victory in their own rink.

Prediction for the Carolina Hurricanes vs Philadelphia Flyers Game

Given the Hurricanes' assurance in their recent games with a four-match winning streak, and the Flyers' ongoing playoff quest, the bet is on a home win for the Hurricanes.