NHL
Pittsburgh Penguins @ Carolina Hurricanes - November 7, 2024
November 07, 2024, 9:29am EST
TSG A.I. Picks
7:00pm EST, Thursday | Spread | Moneyline | Over/Under |
---|---|---|---|
Carolina Hurricanes | -1.5 +100 | -204 | O 6.5 -102 |
Pittsburgh Penguins | +1.5 -120 | +163 | U 6.5 -120 |
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For every pick our AI engine makes, it also assigns a score from 1-100 reflecting how "confident" we are each pick is likely to hit. The higher the score, the more confidence our AI models are that our picks are going to be winners.
Carolina Hurricanes
-1.5
+100
Pittsburgh Penguins
+1.5
-120
Moneyline
Carolina Hurricanes
-204
Pittsburgh Penguins
+163
Over/Under
Over 6.5
-102
Under 6.5
-120
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Pittsburgh Penguins
+1.5
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MONEYLINE PICK
Carolina Hurricanes
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Over
6.5
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As the stage is set for Thursday night’s clash between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Carolina Hurricanes at Lenovo Center, we find ourselves looking at a matchup that speaks volumes about current team form, offensive capabilities, and defensive strategies.
The Hurricanes are riding high on a seven-game winning streak and boast an impressive record of 9-2-0 this season. They’re averaging 3.9 goals per game with a staggering 36 shots—showcasing not only their scoring prowess but also their ability to generate opportunities in the offensive zone with an astounding 60.71% zone percentage. Their shooting percentage sits at just over 10%, which shows they’re not just firing pucks blindly but capitalizing on quality chances as well.
Defensively, Carolina has been equally formidable, registering an impressive save percentage of 89.6%. With a penalty kill rate of 83.33%, they’ve demonstrated resilience under pressure—a vital characteristic for any championship-caliber team.
On the flip side, the Penguins have had their struggles this season with a record of 5-7-2, including two wins out of their last nine games. This inconsistency has led them to be listed as underdogs heading into this matchup despite being a traditionally strong franchise in the league.
Pittsburgh averages just under three goals per game (2.9) and displays a shooting percentage below that of Carolina at approximately 9.4%. They also find themselves playing from behind quite often—evident from their low offensive zone percentage of roughly 48.8%. While they do manage to create some power play chances—averaging around two and three-quarter opportunities per game—their conversion rate is slightly lower than Carolina’s, sitting at around 22.5%.
When you look at both teams’ stats closely, it becomes apparent where each team excels and where they struggle; however, hockey is notoriously unpredictable—which makes predictions tricky but exhilarating! Given Carolina’s current momentum and superior numbers across various metrics—from offense to defense—it’s reasonable to predict that they will secure victory tonight.
That said, don’t count out the Penguins entirely; they may come into this game hungry for redemption after losing narrowly against New York Islanders in their previous outing. A motivated squad can make all the difference in these tightly contested matchups.
In terms of betting angles for those interested: I anticipate that while Carolina takes home the win—potentially extending their streak—we could see Pittsburgh cover the spread due to their need for improvement and tendency to keep games closer than expected lately.
Moreover, given both teams’ recent trends towards higher-scoring affairs (notably Carolina’s last game hitting double digits), I’d take a long look at betting over on totals as well because it seems likely we’ll witness several goals exchanged between these rivals tonight.
Ultimately expect skillful plays interspersed with moments where determination shines through – that’s what makes NHL matchups like these unforgettable!
Carolina Hurricanes vs Pittsburgh Penguins Live Odds & Betting History
Betting odds provided by BetUS
Wager Type | Carolina Hurricanes | Pittsburgh Penguins |
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Spread | -1.5 (+100) | +1.5 (-120) |
Moneyline | -204 | +163 |
Total | Under 6.5 (-120) | Over 6.5 (-102) |
Team Data | Carolina Hurricanes | Pittsburgh Penguins |
---|---|---|
Goals | 3.90 | 2.92 |
Assists | 6.50 | 4.77 |
Shots | 36.00 | 31.62 |
Shooting % | 10.71% | 9.39% |
Corsi % | 61.40% | 51.10% |
Offzone % | 60.71% | 48.81% |
Power Play Goals | 0.90 | 0.62 |
SAT A | 45.20 | 62.00 |
SAT F | 71.80 | 65.39 |
Save % | 89.60% | 88.80% |
Power Play Chance | 3.27 | 2.86 |
Power Play % | 25.00% | 22.50% |
Penalty Kill % | 83.33% | 85.37% |
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