Carolina Hurricanes Betting Guide: Lineups, Stats & Injuries

Carolina Hurricanes Roster

The Carolina Hurricanes finished the 2025 season with a record of 47-30-5 with 99 points and second in the Metropolitan Division, third in the Eastern Conference, and fifth in the NHL.

GM Don Waddell has done well building a roster filled with emerging talent. Now, the Hurricanes are aiming for another championship with a mix of experienced veterans and young players. Their odds to win the Stanley Cup sit at +750 (an 11.8% chance), and they have a 95.2% chance to make the playoffs based on -2000 odds.

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Canes Offense

The Carolina Hurricanes’ offense is among the league’s best this season after finishing in the top 10 offensively last year. The addition of Nikolaj Ehlers to an already strong possession-based system gives Carolina the potential for a dangerous line featuring Jarvis, Aho, and Ehlers.

The Hurricanes’ roster is full of top-tier talent, but the team has a history of falling short in crucial games and the playoffs. With key additions like Logan Stankoven and Taylor Hall, Carolina hopes to gain the edge needed to advance deeper in the postseason and make a run for the Stanley Cup.

Unfortunately, several injuries have hit the Canes’ roster, forcing rookies to step into the lineup.

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Carolina Hurricanes Defense Pairings

The Hurricanes have an excellent defense led by Jaccob Slavin. While the team has seen significant changes with the additions of defensemen K’Andre Miller and Alexander Nikishin, replacing veterans like Brent Burns, the unit is expected to remain strong this season. Success will depend on how quickly the new defense can gel. Each player is talented on their own, but it will take time for the new pairings to develop chemistry with the established core.

Carolina Hurricanes Goaltending

Frederik Andersen
Pytor Kochetkov

Goaltending improved last season. Once considered a weakness, it has become a strength, with the same two goalies. Pyotr Kochetkov finished 27-16-3 with a 2.60 goals-against average and a .897 save percentage over 47 games. Frederik Andersen went 13-8-1 with a 2.50 goals-against average and a .899 save percentage. Both were key in helping the Hurricanes rank seventh in goals against last season. The reliable duo looks to maintain that momentum in the new season.

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Notable Carolina Hurricanes Team Players

Sebastian Aho remains the Hurricanes’ top offensive weapon, but he’s supported by a strong group of forwards. Seth Jarvis and Jordan Staal provide reliable scoring, while Logan Stankoven adds energy to the lineup, giving Carolina solid depth across its forward lines.

On defense, Jaccob Slavin anchors the blue line with his steady play and strong positioning. He’s paired with Sean Walker, forming one of the top defensive pairings in the NHL. The Hurricanes also feature good depth on the back end, with Jalen Chatfield rounding out a solid 3–4 group that keeps the defensive structure strong.

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Carolina Hurricanes Games

The Hurricanes always value games within their own Metropolitan Division, as well as those from the Atlantic Division.

The Hurricanes made the playoffs last season, but fell short after a loss to the Florida Panthers in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Final. Below is the Canes' schedule for October, November and December.

Date	Opponent	Result
📆 Oct. 9	vs Devils	⭐ W 6-3
📆 Oct. 11	vs Flyers	⭐ W 4-3/OT
📆 Oct. 14	at Sharks	⭐ W 5-1
📆 Oct. 16	at Ducks	⭐ W 4-1
📆 Oct. 18	at Kings	⭐ W 4-3/OT
📆 Oct. 20	at Golden Knights	❌ L 4-1
📆 Oct. 23	at Avalanche	⭐ W 5-4/SO
📆 Oct. 25	at Stars	❌ L 3-2
📆 Oct. 28	vs Golden Knights	❌ L 6-3
📆 Oct. 30	vs Islanders	⭐ W 6-2
📆 Nov. 1	at Bruins	❌ L 2-1
📆 Nov. 4	at Rangers	TBD
📆 Nov. 6	vs Wild	TBD
📆 Nov. 8	vs Sabres	TBD
📆 Nov. 9	at Maple Leafs	TBD
📆 Nov. 11	vs Capitals	TBD
📆 Nov. 14	vs Canucks	TBD
📆 Nov. 15	vs Oilers	TBD
📆 Nov. 17	at Bruins	TBD
📆 Nov. 19	at Wild	TBD
📆 Nov. 21	at Jets	TBD
📆 Nov. 23	at Sabres	TBD
📆 Nov. 26	vs Rangers	TBD
📆 Nov. 28	vs Jets	TBD
📆 Nov. 30	vs Flames	TBD
📆 Dec. 4	vs Maple Leafs	TBD
📆 Dec. 6	vs Predators	TBD
📆 Dec. 7	vs Sharks	TBD
📆 Dec. 9	vs Blue Jackets	TBD
📆 Dec. 11	at Capitals	TBD
📆 Dec. 13	at Flyers	TBD
📆 Dec. 14	vs Flyers	TBD
📆 Dec. 17	at Predators	TBD
📆 Dec. 19	at Panthers	TBD
📆 Dec. 20	at Lightning	TBD
📆 Dec. 23	vs Panthers	TBD
📆 Dec. 27	vs Red Wings	TBD
📆 Dec. 29	vs Rangers	TBD
📆 Dec. 30	at Penguins	TBD

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NHL Hurricanes 2025-2026 Season Outlook

The Carolina Hurricanes enter the 2025–26 campaign with lofty expectations, widely regarded as one of the top Stanley Cup contenders. In both the Metropolitan Division and the Eastern Conference, they are considered a team to beat. Anchored by long-term cornerstone players like Sebastian Aho and Jaccob Slavin, Carolina blends experienced veterans with emerging young talent under the leadership of coach Rod Brind’Amour. After reaching the Eastern Conference Finals last season, the Hurricanes are aiming to push even deeper into the playoffs this year.

The Hurricanes Stanley Cup odds are the second-best in the NHL at +750. They share these odds with the Golden Knights.

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Carolina Hurricanes Arena

Carolina plays at PNC Arena in Raleigh, which seats 18,680 for hockey. Diehard fans in North Carolina are know as "Caniacs."

How to Get Tickets to Hurricanes Games?

Tickets are available at the PNC Arena box office, ticket outlets such as Ticketmaster and StubHub, and through the team's website. The team frequently sells out, so it's wise to get in early if you can.

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Carolina Hurricanes FAQs

The Hurricanes first joined the NHL as the Hartford Whalers in 1979 when the National Hockey League and the World Hockey Association officially merged. They played in Massachusetts and Connecticut before moving to North Carolina in 1997, where they were renamed the Carolina Hurricanes.

The NHL Hurricanes represent North Carolina and play in Raleigh, NC. They moved to North Carolina from the greater New England area in the 1990s. They were originally called the New England Whalers and played in Boston, before moving to Hartford, Connecticut, and becoming the Hartford Whalers.

The Hartford Whalers became the Carolina Hurricanes in 1997. The then-New England Whalers joined the NHL in 1979 and changed their name to the Hartford Whalers. They moved to Raleigh, NC, so they could play in a more popular U.S. market.

Then-owner Peter Karmanos picked out the name "Hurricanes" himself, rather than holding a naming contest, when the team moved to Raleigh in 1997. He reportedly chose it because of the many hurricanes that hit the eastern North Carolina coastline.

The NHL Hurricanes play at PNC Arena in Raleigh, North Carolina. The address is: 1400 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, NC 27607. The PNC Arena seats 18,700 for ice hockey. While waiting for construction to finish in the 1990s, the Hurricanes previously played at the Greensboro Coliseum.

The Hurricanes play in the Metropolitan Division in the NHL. There are four total divisions in today's NHL: Atlantic, Metropolitan, Central and Pacific. The current Metropolitan Division teams include the Hurricanes, Rangers, Flyers, Penguins, Islanders, Devils, Capitals and Blue Jackets.

Yes, the Hurricanes have won the Stanley Cup Finals one time in franchise history. The win came in 2006 against the Edmonton Oilers. Their other Stanley Cup appearance came in 2002 against the Detroit Red Wings, who won that series.

You can watch the NHL's Carolina Hurricanes local games with FanDuel Sports, the Canes' official broadcasting partner. You can check if FanDuel Sports is available for purchase in your area using their website and your zip code. Some games stream on ESPN+ and Hulu. National games are broadcast on ABC, TNT, and ESPN.

Even though they don't play in the same division, one of Carolina's biggest rivals is the Boston Bruins. The teams have met frequently in the playoffs over the years. There is no love lost between the two organizations. The Florida Panthers and Washington Capitals are big rivals of the Hurricanes, as well.

The Carolina Hurricanes' Twitter (now known as "X") account is @Canes. You can access the account at twitter.com/canes or on the X smartphone app. You can follow their current feed for live score updates, analysis, behind-the-scenes moments, and more Hurricanes-related content.

The cheapest tickets for a Hurricanes game in Raleigh start out between $20-35, according to the latest prices on Ticketmaster, SeatGeek and Stubhub. Ticket prices vary based on where the seats are and who the Hurricanes are hosting.

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Carolina Hurricanes Betting Guide: Lineups, Stats, & Injuries