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Panthers vs. Hurricanes prediction: Why Carolina is favored to win Friday's NHL matchup [1/16/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Florida Panthers vs Carolina Hurricanes predictions for NHL Friday.
The Carolina Hurricanes will square off with the Florida Panthers in NHL action at Lenovo Center on Friday, starting at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Hurricanes as the most likely winner of the Panthers vs. Hurricanes game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Friday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Panthers vs. Canes prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Friday's NHL matchup between the Panthers and Hurricanes 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Hurricanes a 58% chance of defeating the Panthers.
According to our model, the Panthers (+1.5) have a 63% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 58% chance of going over.
Panthers vs. Hurricanes odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Panthers | Hurricanes |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-160) | -1.5 (+140) |
| Moneyline | +150 | -178 |
| Total | o5.5 (-130) | u5.5 (+114) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Panthers vs. Hurricanes picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Panthers +1.5 | -160 |
| Moneyline | Panthers | +150 |
| Total | Over 5.5 | -130 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Panthers to win.
Panthers vs. Hurricanes player props
Who will score a goal in Panthers vs. Hurricanes?
According to our model, Sam Reinhart is most likely to score an anytime goal in Panthers vs. Hurricanes.
Our projections give Reinhart a 44.8% chance of scoring a goal at Lenovo Center, while the star is a 9.6% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Florida Panthers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 44.8% |
| Sam Bennett | 36.6% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 29.5% |
| Anton Lundell | 23.9% |
| Evan Rodrigues | 22.7% |
Carolina Hurricanes
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Seth Jarvis | 32.3% |
| Sebastian Aho | 29.7% |
| Nikolaj Ehlers | 27.6% |
| Jackson Blake | 23.5% |
| Andrei Svechnikov | 23.2% |
First goal scorer predictions
Florida Panthers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 9.6% |
| Sam Bennett | 7.7% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 5.2% |
| Evan Rodrigues | 4.2% |
| Anton Lundell | 4.1% |
Carolina Hurricanes
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Seth Jarvis | 6.5% |
| Sebastian Aho | 6.0% |
| Nikolaj Ehlers | 5.0% |
| Andrei Svechnikov | 4.4% |
| Jackson Blake | 4.3% |
Panthers vs. Canes game-day updates and essential details
Friday's action between the Hurricanes and Panthers at Lenovo Center is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Florida Panthers vs. Carolina Hurricanes
- Date: Friday, January 16, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Lenovo Center
Conclusion
We predict the Hurricanes, with a 58% win probability, will likely beat the Panthers on Friday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Panthers vs. Hurricanes insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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