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Penguins vs. Hurricanes Prediction and Odds - November 18, 2023
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Written by Dimers Data
The Carolina Hurricanes and Pittsburgh Penguins will lock horns in the NHL at PNC Arena on Saturday, with puck drop at 7:00PM ET.
Dimers' comprehensive betting preview for Saturday's Penguins vs. Hurricanes matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and best bets.
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Who Will Win: Penguins vs. Hurricanes
Using trusted computer power and data, Dimers.com has simulated the outcome of Saturday's Penguins-Hurricanes NHL matchup 10,000 times.
Dimers' independent predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, gives the Hurricanes a 59% chance of getting the W against the Penguins.
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Penguins vs. Hurricanes Odds
We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Penguins | Hurricanes |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-160) | -1.5 (+142) |
| Moneyline | +146 | -165 |
| Total | o6.5 (-110) | u6.5 (-106) |
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
The Hurricanes are currently -1.5 favorites versus the Penguins, with +142 at DraftKings Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
For the underdog Penguins (+1.5) to cover the puck line, FanDuel Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -160.
BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Hurricanes at -165. That means you can risk $165 to win $100, for a total payout of $265, if they get the W.
Meanwhile, FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Penguins at +146, where you can bet $100 to profit $146, earning a total payout of $246, if they win.
The Over/Under for total goals scored sits at 6.5 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -110, while FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best odds for the Under at -106.
According to DimersBOT, the Penguins (+1.5) have a 62% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal Over/Under has a 54% chance of going Under.
As always, make sure you check all of the online sports betting sites that are available in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.
Best Bets: Penguins vs. Hurricanes
By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have identified the best bets to place on this game:
- Puck Line: Penguins +1.5 @ -160 via FanDuel Sportsbook (62% probability)
- Moneyline: Penguins @ +146 via FanDuel Sportsbook (0.2% edge)
- Total: Under 6.5 @ -106 via FanDuel Sportsbook (54% probability)
Our best NHL bets are based on world-class simulations and gambling expertise to bring you the best possible plays every time.
While the Hurricanes are more likely to win the game, according to DimersBOT, taking the Penguins moneyline is the best option because of the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Dimers is pivotal to being a profitable bettor in the long run.
Penguins vs. Hurricanes Prediction
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Penguins vs. Hurricanes Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Penguins vs. Hurricanes? The data is in.
Listed below are the most likely first goal and most likely anytime goal scorers for both the Penguins and Hurricanes this Saturday.
And you know what, we provide this information to you for FREE to help you select the best prop bets for Saturday's game.
According to DimersBOT, Carolina's Sebastian Aho is most likely to score the first goal in Penguins vs. Hurricanes.
DimersBOT gives Aho a 6.6% chance of scoring the first goal at PNC Arena, while the Hurricanes star is a 34.9% chance of netting an anytime goal.
Scroll down for the complete list of first and anytime goal scorer probabilities.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Pittsburgh Penguins
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jake Guentzel | 6.3% |
| Sidney Crosby | 5.5% |
| Bryan Rust | 4.5% |
| Evgeni Malkin | 4.4% |
| Reilly Smith | 3.6% |
Carolina Hurricanes
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sebastian Aho | 6.6% |
| Seth Jarvis | 5.4% |
| Martin Necas | 5.2% |
| Andrei Svechnikov | 5.1% |
| Teuvo Teravainen | 4.8% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Pittsburgh Penguins
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jake Guentzel | 31.9% |
| Sidney Crosby | 31.2% |
| Evgeni Malkin | 25.4% |
| Bryan Rust | 25.4% |
| Reilly Smith | 23.9% |
Carolina Hurricanes
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sebastian Aho | 34.9% |
| Martin Necas | 27.6% |
| Andrei Svechnikov | 27.2% |
| Seth Jarvis | 26.9% |
| Teuvo Teravainen | 26.2% |
| Don't forget, DimersBOT updates often, so keep an eye on this article for any changes to our betting analysis before Penguins vs. Hurricanes on Saturday November 18, 2023. |
Penguins vs. Hurricanes Preview
Saturday's game between the Hurricanes and Penguins at PNC Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Carolina Hurricanes
- Date: Saturday November 18, 2023
- Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
- Venue: PNC Arena
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Conclusion
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