Jets vs Hurricanes Picks and Prediction – 3/9/2025

On Sunday, the Winnipeg Jets (43-16-4) face off against the Carolina Hurricanes (37-22-4) at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh, North Carolina. Make sure you stay up to date with all the NHL action, with our expert NHL picks.

Carolina comes into this matchup on a three-game winning streak and has won four of their last five games. In a thrilling 3-2 victory over the Boston Bruins, Pyotr Kochetkov played a pivotal role for the Hurricanes by blocking 32 shots, achieving an impressive save rate of .941. This season, Sebastian Aho and Seth Jarvis have been standout players for Carolina, each contributing significantly with 24 goals. Following them, Jack Roslovic has made his mark by netting 19 goals to date. Aho, however, doesn't just lead in goals; he is the powerhouse of the team in terms of points, amassing 60 points, and he is also the top playmaker with 39 assists. In their recent five-game stretch, the Hurricanes have managed to hit the back of the net an average of 2.6 times per game as they aim to even out their series against Winnipeg. Across the entire season, Carolina's offense has been robust, maintaining an average of 3.2 goals per game.

Winnipeg enters this game on a one-game winning streak, but has dropped three of their last five games prior to their game against New Jersey. During their impressive 4-1 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers, Gabriel Vilardi was a standout contributor for the Winnipeg Jets, recording three assists. This season, Mark Scheifele is at the forefront of the team's goal-scoring efforts, having netted a total of 35 goals, making him the top goal-scorer for the Jets. Hot on his trail is Kyle Connor, who is the second-highest goal scorer with 32 goals. Connor is not just about goals; he is a pivotal playmaker, leading the team in overall points with 78, which includes an impressive 46 assists. The Jets have been defensively solid in their recent stretch of games, conceding an average of only 1.8 goals over the past five contests. They are aiming to complete a season sweep against the Carolina Hurricanes as they travel to Raleigh. On average, the Jets have been potent offensively, finding the back of the net 3.5 times per game.

As the series moves to Raleigh, the Jets aim to secure another victory over the Hurricanes. Carolina boasts an outstanding record on their home court and will attempt to leverage this advantage to the fullest. Meanwhile, Winnipeg is focusing on maintaining a strong defense and intensifying their offensive efforts to challenge the Hurricanes effectively. Final Score Prediction, Winnipeg Jets win 3-2.