Carolina Hurricanes Picks
1st in Metropolitan
(53 - 22)
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NHL Picks
Jack Eichel o0.5 Goals Scored (+230)
Eichel finally got more pucks through to the net in Game 4, but he’s still searching for his first goal against Carolina. He’s also only scored twice with a 4.1 shooting percentage all postseason despite racking up an impressive 6.59 individual expected goals and 19 high-danger scoring chances. So, with a go-to offensive role that includes jumping the boards with the No. 1 power-play unit, Eichel is set to snap his scoring slump in Game 5 given the quality opportunities he continues to generate.
Brandon Bussi o21.5 Total Saves (+100)
I’m anticipating the Golden Knights showing up on time and with an emphasis on testing the rookie goalie in Game 5. Bussi has only faced 22.76 shots per 60 minutes since taking over the crease in Game 3, and Vegas has recorded 25.2 shots per 60 this postseason, so a slight uptick from the Golden Knights is all it will take for Bussi to clear this low total.
The Hurricanes have flipped this series in their favor the past three games with an overall 54.9 expected goals percentage, in addition to a dominant 57.3 CF% at 5-on-5. Additionally, Golden Knights No. 1 Carter Hart has struggled to the tune of an .861 save percentage with 3.86 goals allowed below expected. Turning to the go-to duo of Taylor Hall and Logan Stankoven, they have combined for 33 points during the playoffs while being on the ice for a dominant 4.88 goals and 5.08 expected goals per 60 minutes. Skating to a 65.5 CF% and 72.5 xGF% at 5-on-5 further reinforces their elite play this postseason.
