New York Islanders vs Carolina Hurricanes 4/19/23 – Wednesday evening will mark Game 2 of the Eastern Conference quarterfinals between New York Islanders and Carolina Hurricanes in their series. Carolina Hurricanes had an impressive 3-1 regular-season record against the New York Islanders and opened up this series with a 2-1 home victory on Monday. The latest NHL betting trends predict that the Carolina Hurricanes are poised to win this matchup easily.
New York Islanders vs Carolina Hurricanes
Date & Time: Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET
Location: PNC Arena Raleigh, NC
TV: ESP2
New York Islanders vs Carolina Hurricanes 4/19/23 Betting Odds
Islanders
Moneyline: +149
Puckline: +1.5 (-195)
Total: 5 over (-130)
Hurricanes
Moneyline: -165
Puckline: -1.5 (+170)
Total: 5 under (+118)
New York Islanders vs Carolina Hurricanes Analysis
After suffering a 2-1 setback against the Hurricanes in their previous game, New York Islanders will look for ways to rebound after amassing 8 penalty minutes. As well, they had four power play chances but failed to convert any into goals. Overall, their offense left much to be desired as only 1 out of 26 attempts resulted in scoring for them during this loss. At even strength, the New York Islanders have given up 178 goals while scoring 207 on offense. Their opponents have attempted 219 power play attempts against them and scored 39 times during those opportunities. New York Islanders’ scoring capabilities have seen them score 242 goals this season while conceding 217. New York has attempted 2,524 shots and boasts a shooting percentage of 9.6%. For the season, they currently boast 93 points with their points percentage reaching 0.567. Additionally, 2,544 shots have been taken against them while they own a save percentage of 0.915. New York has had 222 power play opportunities this season and have scored 35 goals during that time, marking an efficiency percentage of 15.77%.
Carolina Hurricanes had four power play opportunities and took advantage of two. Their 37 shots on goal yielded two goals as they scored their only two goals of the matchup. In their current season, the Carolina Hurricanes have recorded 262 goals and earned 113 points to achieve a points percentage of 0.689. They have allowed 210 goals at even strength 170 total goals and 40 while they had less players on the ice, but have managed 212 at even strength and 50 on the power play respectively. Carolina has taken advantage of all 253 opportunities on the power play and have achieved an effective power play percentage of 19.76%. Carolina has attempted 2,852 shots with an effective shooting percentage of 9.19% while allowing opponents 2,132 attempts. Their penalty kill percentage on opponents 256 power play opportunities stands at 84.38% while their save percentage stands at 90.2%.
New York Islanders vs Carolina Hurricanes Against the Spread
NY Islanders are 2-14 SU in their last 16 games against Carolina. NY Islanders are 1-5 SU in their last 6 games on the road. NY Islanders are 2-7 SU in their last 9 games when playing on the road against Carolina. The total has gone UNDER in 4 of NY Islanders’ last 5 games against an opponent in the Metropolitan Division division. The total has gone UNDER in 6 of NY Islanders’ last 8 games played on a Wednesday.
The total has gone UNDER in 9 of Carolina’s last 11 games. Carolina are 6-3 SU in their last 9 games. The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Carolina’s last 5 games at home. Carolina are 7-2 SU in their last 9 games when playing at home against NY Islanders. The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Carolina’s last 10 games against an opponent in the Eastern Conference conference. Carolina are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games against an opponent in the Metropolitan Division division.
New York Islanders vs Carolina Hurricanes Free Pick
New York Islanders were not particularly impressive late in the season as they battled for playoff survival. The Carolina Hurricanes led most of the season and boasted more offensive power than the Isles. Carolina Hurricanes have been dominant against the New York Islanders this season. They won each of the four meetings against them including Monday’s triumph. NHL expert picks predict Carolina will remain victorious.
Free Pick: Carolina Hurricanes -1.5 (+170)
