Hurricanes haven’t won at Madison Square Garden since 2010

The New York Rangers aim to avoid their fourth loss in a row when they host the Carolina Hurricanes tonight. The Rangers have had a season from hell and are 3-10 SU in their last 13 games. New York opened as a +122 underdog and in that role is an atrocious 12-25 SU this season.

SHARK BITES
  • The total has gone OVER in three of the Hurricanes’ last four games vs the Rangers.
  • The Hurricanes are 2-7 SU and ATS in their last nine games vs divisional opponents.
  • The Rangers are 1-6 SU in their last seven games at home.

The Hurricanes are 3-7 SU in their last 10 games and sit six points back of the final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. The ’Canes have been as close to fade-worthy as possible when facing the Rangers as Carolina has dropped seven of the last 10 games in this matchup and has lost 14 straight games at Madison Square Garden dating back to 2010.

While the Rangers historically have the edge vs the Hurricanes, the reality is the Blueshirts have not been a great hockey team this season. New York is 12th in the Eastern Conference and barring a miracle is all but eliminated from playoff contention. Since the all-star break, the Rangers are dead last in the NHL in goals per game (2.21) and goals allowed per game (3.63).

The total opened at 6 and this game has all the makings of an UNDER. The Rangers’ offensive futility has been noted and the UNDER has hit in six of their last nine games. When you factor in that the UNDER has hit in four of the Hurricanes’ last five games, this matchup is shaping up to be a snoozefest in the Big Apple.

Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick

Betting fans looking to side with the New York Rangers in this one found them earlier as +122 underdogs on the NHL moneyline at Sportsbook. Betting the OVER/UNDER total instead? It was hovering near 6 at its open earlier today at Sportsbook and may have moved.

OddsShark computer prediction handicapping models run on this game pick a 3.6-2.2 victory for the Hurricanes. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.

Carolina Hurricanes vs New York Rangers Matchup

Team Betting Records & Power Rankings

The Rangers sit at 30-32-7 on the season; in comparison, the Carolina Hurricanes are currently 30-27-11. Looking to wager on the totals? New York is 37-31-1 OU, and Carolina is 28-38-2 OU. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and New York vs Carolina injuries news.

The NHL Power Rankings show a disparity between these teams, with the Rangers rated this week at No. 31 and the Hurricanes sitting at No. 14.

Statistical Matchup

Offensively, the game matches up the New York Rangers' No. 20-ranked offense (2.83 goals per game) against a Carolina Hurricanes defense that ranks No. 21 at 3.03 goals per game allowed. The Rangers power play has clicked at a 20.2% rate while the Hurricanes have a 78.26% rate on the penalty kill.

Recent Outings Betting Recap

Carolina won its last outing, a 3-2 result against the Blackhawks on March 8. Bettors who backed the Hurricanes at +108 on the moneyline won on the day, and the total score (5) sent UNDER bettors to the payout window.

Last time out for New York, they were a 4-3 loser as they battled the Panthers on the road. Moneyline bettors who got the Panthers at -200 were rewarded, while the 7 combined goals moved the game OVER for totals bettors.

Betting Trends
  • Carolina is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games
  • Carolina is 3-8 SU in its last 11 games
  • The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Carolina's last 5 games
  • Carolina is 10-5 ATS in its last 15 games on the road
  • New York is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games
  • New York is 4-8 ATS in its last 12 games
  • New York is 3-10 SU in its last 13 games
  • The total has gone UNDER in 6 of New York's last 9 games

Next Betting Matchups

Carolina home to Boston, Tuesday, March 13
New York home to Pittsburgh, Wednesday, March 14

The total has gone OVER in three of the Hurricanes’ last four games vs the Rangers. The Hurricanes are 2-7 SU and ATS in their last nine games vs divisional opponents.away The Rangers are 1-6 SU in their last seven games at home.home
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