Hurricanes vs Devils Picks and Prediction – 4/26/2025

The Carolina Hurricanes take a road trip Friday night for game three of their first round matchup against the New Jersey Devils. Carolina has a 2 game lead in this series coming into game three following a two goal victory in game two. The Hurricanes offense averaged 3.24 goals and 31.7 shots per game this season and have averaged 3.5 goals per game during the playoffs. Defensively Carolina has been solid enough allowing 2.81 goals this year but have given up just one goal in each victory thus far in this series. Stay in the loop with our NHL Picks.

Frederik Anderson led the charge for Carolina in Game 2, posting a .962 save percentage while giving up just one goal on 26 shots across the game. Jordan Martinook led the way for the Carolina offense with one goal and one assist in just over 14.5 minutes on the ice. Seth Jarvis and Shayne Gostisbehere chipped in heavily as well scoring one goal apiece.

The New Jersey Devils return home down by two games and have lost four of the last five overall. Offensively New Jersey has averaged 2.93 goals and 28.1 shots per game but have scored just four goals total over their last four losses. Defensively the Devils were solid this season allowing 2.68 goals but have given up 17 goals during their last five games.

Jacob Markstrom struggled in Game 2 for New Jersey with a .926 save percentage for giving up two goals on 27 shots before Carolina found the empty net for their third goal of the game. Jesper Bratt was the only life in the New Jersey offense in Game 2 scoring one goal on three shots and just over 20.5 minutes on the ice.

Carolina has proven they are the better team in this game and will continue to roll on Friday. Take the Hurricanes Friday on the road to do the work leading to another win. The Hurricanes will get it done leading to a game 3 victory Friday on the road. Final Score Prediction, Carolina Hurricanes win 4-1.