New Jersey Devils vs Carolina Hurricanes 5/11/23 – Game 5 of the Second Round pits the New Jersey Devils against Carolina Hurricanes in what has been an even contest throughout. The Devils may have won Game 3, but have been outscored 17-3 in other three matches and now stand one step away from being eliminated from playoff contention. The Hurricanes won Game 1 and 2 and won 6-1 in Game 4. They now stand one win away from reaching the Eastern Conference Final. The Devils look to extend their season while the Hurricanes aim to claim the series on home ice. According to the latest NHL betting splits the Hurricanes are favored to win this game.
New Jersey Devils vs Carolina Hurricanes
Date & Time: Thursday, May 11, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET
Location: PNC Arena Raleigh, NC
TV: TNT
New Jersey Devils vs Carolina Hurricanes 5/11/23 Betting Odds
Devils
Moneyline: +113
Puckline: +1.5 (-240)
Total: 5.5 over (-120)
Hurricanes
Moneyline: -125
Puckline: -1.5 (+200)
Total: 5.5 under (+109)
New Jersey Devils vs Carolina Hurricanes Analysis
The New Jersey Devils trailing 3-1 in their series and have found it difficult to score goals; totalling only 11 through four games so far. Jack Hughes, Michael McLeod and Dawson Mercer scored four goals while providing seven assists – however the remaining players on offense have struggled mightily. Nico Hischier and Jesper Bratt play key roles in the forward unit but have only managed one goal and three assists so far in this series.
The Devils offense has struggled but their defense has faltered in this series, allowing 21 goals against. Dougie Hamilton, John Marino and Jonas Seigenthaler have led the top two pairings well but other members of their unit have struggled badly against Carolina Hurricanes’ open shots on net. Vitek Vanecek has struggled mightily this season, giving up 12 goals on 68 shots and his backup, Akira Schmid hasn’t fared much better either, allowing eight goals on only 48 attempts.
The Carolina Hurricanes have quickly taken control of this series by unleashing their offense to score 21 goals, including six in Game 4. Jordan Martinhook, Jordan Staal and Jesper Fast have led their respective lines with seven goals and 13 assists for an offensive surge that has extended far beyond just these three individuals. Seth Jarvis, Jesperi Kotkaniemi, and Martin Necas have combined for eight goals and three assists while defensemen Brett Pesce and Jaccob Slavin have contributed two goals and five assists from the point to push the offense over the edge.
The Hurricanes’ offense has carried them, while their defense has also played a critical role, only allowing 11 goals including only one in Game 4. Brent Burns and Jaccob Slavin have led the top pairing, while Brett Pesce, Brady Skjei and Shayne Gostisbehere have contributed by creating turnovers across all three zones and limiting shots on goal. Frederik Andersen has also played a key role in this series, saving 74 of 81 shots faced.
New Jersey Devils vs Carolina Hurricanes Against the Spread
The total has gone OVER in 5 of New Jersey’s last 6 games. New Jersey are 2-4 SU in their last 6 games. New Jersey are 3-8 SU in their last 11 games against Carolina. The total has gone OVER in 8 of New Jersey’s last 12 games on the road. New Jersey are 1-6 SU in their last 7 games when playing on the road against Carolina. The total has gone OVER in 9 of New Jersey’s last 13 games against an opponent in the Eastern Conference conference.
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Carolina’s last 5 games. Carolina are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games. The total has gone OVER in 6 of Carolina’s last 7 games against New Jersey. Carolina are 7-1 SU in their last 8 games at home. Carolina are 6-1 SU in their last 7 games when playing at home against New Jersey. The total has gone OVER in 7 of Carolina’s last 9 games against an opponent in the Eastern Conference conference.
New Jersey Devils vs Carolina Hurricanes Free Pick
The Hurricanes have dominated this series and look forward to taking control of home ice to seal this series win. The Hurricanes, who have conceded only one goal so far in this series, should contain New Jersey Devils offense through Brent Burns, Jaccob Slavin and their defense unit creating turnovers in their zone and limiting shots on goal, giving Frederik Andersen plenty of chances to make big saves and secure victory. The Hurricanes look to secure victory and advance to the Eastern Conference Final with an emphatic performance on home ice in Game 5 according to NHL betting experts.
Free Pick: Carolina Hurricanes -125
