Hurricanes vs Kraken Picks and Prediction – 10/27/2024

The Carolina Hurricanes will host the Seattle Kraken on October 26, 2024, in what promises to be a high-energy game. Both Carolina and Seattle have shown playoff-caliber talent thus far this season. This matchup will be a major barometer on both teams' playoff chances. Get in on all the action with our free NHL picks.

The Hurricanes have had a rocky start to their season, with defensive breakdowns causing them to allow a high number of goals in recent matchups. Sebastian Aho is always a major threat on offense, with 7 points so far this year. Martin Necas has also been impressive thus far, contributing 3 goals and 5 assists on the young season. Carolina is riding high after a 4-2 win over the Calgary Flames.

On the other side, the Kraken come into this game looking to get back to form after a tough 4-3 OT loss against the Winnipeg Jets. Jared McCann is the star for this squad, putting up 4 goals and 7 assists this season. Jordan Eberle has also been a bit of a revelation this year. Eberle has scored 6 goals with 2 assists. Seattle has struggled to get above .500, but a win against Carolina would huge for Seattle's momentum.

Both teams are evenly matched and have an ample chance to impose their gameplan and take a win in this matchup. As we see this being a close affair, with both teams having a shot, Seattle is the value play as the underdog. We like Seattle to pull out the win. Prediction: Seattle wins 4-2.