Predators vs. Hurricanes Picks and Prediction – 3/25/2025

Nashville Predators (26-36-8) vs. Carolina Hurricanes (43-23-4)
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Location: PNC Arena, Raleigh, NC
TV: ESPN+

Previous Games:

• Predators: 4-1 loss to the St. Louis Blues
• Hurricanes: 5-2 win over the Anaheim Ducks

Head-to-Head:

Carolina has been in great form, winning 9 of their last 10, while Nashville has struggled, losing 5 of their last 6. The Hurricanes are a solid contender for the playoffs, sitting comfortably in the second spot of the Metropolitan Division, while Nashville is on the brink of elimination in the Western Conference.

Nashville Predators Breakdown:

Nashville is on a downward spiral, especially after a 4-1 loss to St. Louis. They’ve been inconsistent all season and are struggling to find offensive consistency, averaging just 2.54 goals per game. Defensively, they’ve allowed 3.26 goals per game. Goalie Juuse Saros has been the bright spot with a 2.92 GAA and .897 SV%, but he's been fighting an uphill battle with the team’s defensive struggles.

Carolina Hurricanes Breakdown:

Carolina is firing on all cylinders, with 9 wins in their last 10 games. They’ve been dominant both offensively (3.24 goals per game) and defensively (2.66 goals against per game). Goalie Frederik Andersen is in top form, with a 2.07 GAA and .918 SV%, and Carolina's power play, though not elite, still ranks solidly. Their penalty kill is exceptional, ranking first in the NHL.

Betting Trends:

Nashville Predators

• 1-5 in their last 6 games.
• The UNDER has cashed in 7 of their last 8.

Carolina Hurricanes

• 9-1 in their last 10 games.
• The UNDER has cashed in 4 of their last 6 against Central Division opponents.

Exact Score Prediction:

Carolina Hurricanes 3 – Nashville Predators 1

Our Best Bet:

Carolina Hurricanes -1.5 (-115)