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Panthers vs. Hurricanes Prediction: Florida Predicted to Win Game 5 [2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Wednesday's Florida Panthers vs Carolina Hurricanes Game 5 matchup.
The Carolina Hurricanes will square off with the Florida Panthers in Game 5 of the 2025 NHL Western Conference Final at Lenovo Center on Wednesday, starting at 8:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Panthers as the most likely winner of Game 5.
"Our team has simulated the outcome of Wednesday's Florida-Carolina game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"With the latest updates and numerous other variables, we estimate the Panthers' chance of winning at 51%, with the Hurricanes at 49%."
For expanded analysis of Wednesday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Panthers vs. Hurricanes predictions page.
Canes vs. Panthers Prediction: Who Will Win Game 5?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Wednesday's NHL Playoffs matchup between the Panthers and Hurricanes 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Panthers a 51% chance of defeating the Hurricanes in Game 5 of the series.
According to our model, the Hurricanes (+1.5) have a 68% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 51% chance of staying under.
Panthers vs. Hurricanes Game 5 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 (+195) | +1.5 (-215) |
| Moneyline | -125 | +110 |
| Total | o5.5 (+112) | u5.5 (-125) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Panthers vs. Hurricanes Picks and Best Bets for Game 5
Our model's strongest edge in today's Panthers vs. Hurricanes matchup is on the puck line.
Our expert predictions, matched against the best odds, reveal the best NHL picks and NHL best bets for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our complete set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Panthers vs. Hurricanes Player Props
Who will score the first goal in Panthers vs. Hurricanes?
According to our model, Carolina's Seth Jarvis is most likely to score the first goal in Panthers vs. Hurricanes.
Our projections give Jarvis a 7.0% chance of scoring the first goal at Lenovo Center, while the Hurricanes star is a 33.6% chance of registering an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Florida Panthers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Carter Verhaeghe | 6.8% |
| Matthew Tkachuk | 6.2% |
| Sam Bennett | 5.3% |
Carolina Hurricanes
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Seth Jarvis | 7.0% |
| Sebastian Aho | 6.5% |
| Andrei Svechnikov | 5.8% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Florida Panthers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Carter Verhaeghe | 33.6% |
| Matthew Tkachuk | 28.8% |
| Sam Bennett | 25.9% |
Carolina Hurricanes
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Seth Jarvis | 33.6% |
| Sebastian Aho | 31.8% |
| Andrei Svechnikov | 31.4% |
Panthers vs. Canes Game 5 Updates and Essential Details
Wednesday's Game 5 between the Hurricanes and Panthers in the Stanley Cup Playoffs is scheduled to begin at 8:00PM ET.
- Who: Florida Panthers vs. Carolina Hurricanes
- Date: Wednesday, May 28, 2025
- Time: 8:00PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Lenovo Center
The winner of the NHL Western Conference Final will advance to the Stanley Cup Final. Game 5 of the best-of-seven series between the Panthers and Hurricanes is at Carolina's Lenovo Center.
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Wednesday's Panthers vs. Hurricanes matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Florida vs. Carolina picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Panthers, with a 51% win probability, will likely beat the Hurricanes in Game 5 of the 2025 Western Conference Finals.
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 sourced from 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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