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Hurricanes vs. Panthers Prediction: Florida Predicted to Win Game 3 [2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Saturday's Carolina Hurricanes vs Florida Panthers Game 3 matchup.
The Florida Panthers will take on the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 3 of the 2025 NHL Western Conference Final at Amerant Bank Arena on Saturday, starting at 8:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Panthers as the most likely winner of Game 3.
"Our team has used the latest data to run 10,000 simulations of Saturday's Carolina-Florida game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various other inputs, we estimate that the Panthers are more likely to win, while the Hurricanes have a lower chance of victory."
For a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Hurricanes vs. Panthers predictions page.
Panthers vs. Canes Prediction: Who Will Win Game 3?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL Playoffs game between the Hurricanes and Panthers 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Panthers a 56% chance of beating the Hurricanes in Game 3 of the 2025 Western Conference Finals.
According to our model, the Hurricanes (+1.5) have a 64% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 51% chance of staying under.
Hurricanes vs. Panthers Game 3 Odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Hurricanes | Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-185) | -1.5 (+172) |
| Moneyline | +126 | -148 |
| Total | o5.5 (+110) | u5.5 (-122) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Hurricanes vs. Panthers Picks and Best Bets for Game 3
Our model's strongest edge in today's Hurricanes vs. Panthers matchup is on the puck line.
Our expert predictions, matched against the current odds, reveal the best NHL picks and NHL best bets for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our full set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Hurricanes vs. Panthers Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Hurricanes vs. Panthers?
According to our model, Florida's Carter Verhaeghe is most likely to score the first goal in Hurricanes vs. Panthers.
Our projections give Verhaeghe a 7.1% chance of scoring the first goal at Amerant Bank Arena, while the Panthers star is a 33.6% chance of registering an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Carolina Hurricanes
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Seth Jarvis | 6.2% |
| Andrei Svechnikov | 5.9% |
| Sebastian Aho | 5.7% |
Florida Panthers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Carter Verhaeghe | 7.1% |
| Matthew Tkachuk | 6.7% |
| Sam Bennett | 5.2% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Carolina Hurricanes
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Seth Jarvis | 31.9% |
| Andrei Svechnikov | 29.9% |
| Sebastian Aho | 28.7% |
Florida Panthers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Carter Verhaeghe | 33.6% |
| Matthew Tkachuk | 30.4% |
| Sam Bennett | 27.6% |
Canes vs. Panthers Game 3 Updates and Essential Details
Saturday's Game 3 between the Panthers and Hurricanes in the Stanley Cup Playoffs is scheduled to begin at 8:00PM ET.
- Who: Carolina Hurricanes vs. Florida Panthers
- Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025
- Time: 8:00PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Amerant Bank Arena
The winner of the NHL Western Conference Final will progress to the Stanley Cup Final. Game 3 of the best-of-seven series between the Hurricanes and Panthers is at Florida's Amerant Bank Arena.
Dimers.com's full preview of Saturday's Hurricanes vs. Panthers matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Carolina vs. Florida picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Panthers, with a 56% win probability, will likely beat the Hurricanes in Game 3 of the 2025 Western Conference Finals.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Hurricanes vs. Panthers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date 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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