The Anaheim Ducks (17-20-5) travel to face off against the Carolina Hurricanes (26-15-2) on Sunday, January 12th. This game will be played at Lenovo Center in Raleigh and televised on ESPN+. The Hurricanes are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Ducks are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Blackhawks. Puck drop is set for 5:00 ET.
Ducks vs Hurricanes
The Anaheim Ducks Look To Bounce Back From A Loss
Anaheim’s 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks dropped their record to 17-20-5. The Ducks were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 6 goals fell just short.
The Ducks trailed 3-0 before finally scoring in the third period. Brock McGinn got Anaheim on the board at 9:44 in the third, and Mason McTavish added another goal with just 4 seconds left.
The Carolina Hurricanes Are Coming Off A Win
With a 4-2 win over the Capitals, the Hurricanes moved to 26-15-2. Carolina covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6 goals, resulting in a push.
Carolina took the lead first, but the Capitals responded with two goals in the first period. The Hurricanes then scored three unanswered goals to secure the win, including an empty-netter in the final seconds.
Anaheim Offense Breakdown
Anaheim’s offense fired 39 shots on goal in their game against the Blackhawks but only found the net twice. Brock McGinn scored his second goal of the season at the 9:44 mark in the third period, while Mason McTavish added his second goal with just 4 seconds left, coming on a power play.
Ryan Strome picked up his fourth assist on McTavish’s goal, and Troy Terry added his fifth assist of the season. The Ducks recorded 16 giveaways in the game.
Hurricanes Offense Breakdown
Carolina’s offense put up 4 goals in their 4-2 win over Washington. Dmitry Orlov scored twice, bringing his season total to 3 goals. Martin Necas added his 6th goal and also picked up two assists, giving him 12 for the season. Andrei Svechnikov netted his 6th goal on an empty net with just 9 seconds left in the game.
The Hurricanes took 45 shots on goal but failed to convert on any power play opportunities. They scored once in the first period, twice in the second, and added their final goal in the third.
Anaheim Team Defense
Anaheim’s defense struggled early, giving up two first-period goals and another late in the second. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with an 86.2% save percentage, but the Ducks’ defense also allowed a late goal at 17:43 in the third period, sealing the 4-2 loss to Chicago.
Carolina Team Defense
After giving up two late goals in the first period, Carolina’s defense locked in, shutting out the Capitals in the final two frames. Pyotr Kochetkov finished with 19 saves and a 90.5% save percentage, while the Hurricanes’ defense added 7 takeaways and 10 hits.
Ducks vs Hurricanes Trends
- In their last three games away from home, the Ducks have a straight up record of 0-3 while going 1-2 vs. the spread. The team averaged 1 goals per game in this stretch.
- In their last three home games, Carolina has averaged 4 goals per game while allowing 2. The team’s record in this stretch was 3-0 while going 2-1 vs. the spread.
- Through their last five games as the underdog, the Hurricanes have an puck line record of 3-2 and a straight up mark of 3-2.
- In their last five games as the betting favorite, the Ducks have a strong straight up record of 4-1. In addition, their puck line record was 4-1 in these scenarios.
Ducks vs Hurricanes Prediction
When it comes to a moneyline bet in this game, our analysis leans towards the Hurricanes picking up the win. However, given the current odds of -458, I’d advise going with the puck line, as our predictions have the Hurricanes coming out on top by more than one goal.
For a puck line pick, we are going with the Hurricanes to win and cover. Look for the Hurricanes to win this one by multiple goals over the Ducks.
If you’re looking at the over/under line set at 6 goals, our prediction is that this game will exceed that mark, and we strongly advise placing a bet on the over.
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Last updated:January 12, 2025 Ducks, Hurricanes