Prediction, Odds & Head-to-Head History for Golden Knights vs Hurricanes Match on Friday, January 17th

• The Vegas Golden Knights visit the Carolina Hurricanes in a cross-conference clash on Friday night
• We’ve made our Golden Knights vs Hurricanes prediction for Friday, January 17, 2025
• Check out our Golden Knights vs Hurricanes prediction and odds for tonight’s NHL Network matchup

The Vegas Golden Knights (29-12-3) head to Raleigh to battle the Carolina Hurricanes (26-16-3) in an inter-conference showdown on Friday, January 17, 2025. Puck drop is slated for 7:00 PM Eastern Time at PNC Arena, with television coverage available on NHL Network.

The Hurricanes enter as home favorites at -150, while the over/under is listed at 6 goals. Can the Canes continue their recent dominance over Vegas and protect home ice? Let’s take a closer look.

Here is our Golden Knights vs Hurricanes prediction for Friday night.

Golden Knights vs Hurricanes Prediction

I’m backing the Hurricanes to get the job done at home. Carolina has won six of the last 10 meetings against Vegas, including the last three straight by a combined 14-6 margin. The Canes also boast an impressive 17-5-1 record at PNC Arena this season.

Jordan Staal has been a force for the Hurricanes lately, tallying five goals and four assists over his last 10 games. Martin Necas leads the Carolina attack with 16 goals and 35 assists on the year. The Canes’ offense, averaging 3.31 goals per game, matches up well against a slumping Vegas defense that has allowed 4+ goals in three of their last four.

Martin Nečas hammers it home to draw the @Canes within one 🔨 pic.twitter.com/O70Jfr5H6P

— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) January 16, 2025

While the Golden Knights have dangerous weapons in Jack Eichel (54 points) and Mark Stone (over a point per game), the Hurricanes have the defensive playmakers to contain them. Carolina ranks 9th in goals against (2.78) and 2nd in shots allowed (25.0) per game. They also boast the 2nd-ranked penalty kill at 85.1%.

Between the pipes, Pyotr Kochetkov is expected to start for the Hurricanes. He was solid in the teams’ previous meeting, stopping 30 of 32 shots in a 5-2 win in Vegas. The Knights have question marks in net, with Adin Hill & Ilya Samsonov each allowing 4+ goals in recent starts.

Adin Hill went for the goalie goal but wound up taking a penalty for handling the puck outside of the trapezoid 😭 pic.twitter.com/4KqjmqHatp

— B/R Open Ice (@BR_OpenIce) January 5, 2025

Possession metrics also favor Carolina. Over their last 10 games, the Canes have controlled 59.51% of shot attempts, 57.14% of shots on goal, 55.58% of scoring chances, and 55.68% of high-danger chances at 5v5. Vegas’ numbers are strong but trail the Hurricanes across the board.

The Hurricanes have also been a bit unlucky lately, with a 5v5 shooting percentage of just 7.42% and save percentage of 90.10%, equating to a 97.5 PDO over their last 10. Some positive regression could be in store.

At -150, the Hurricanes are well-priced to earn their fourth straight win over the Golden Knights on home ice. Carolina is deeper, plays a tighter defensive style that gives Vegas fits, and should benefit from an offensive breakout soon based on underlying numbers. Bet the Canes on the moneyline.

Friday NHL Pick:

• Hurricanes Moneyline (-150 at BetMGM)

Golden Knights vs Hurricanes Odds

The Hurricanes are solid -150 moneyline home favorites, meaning a $150 bet would profit $100 if they win. The Golden Knights are +125 road underdogs – a $100 wager would return $125 if they pull the upset.

Carolina is +170 to cover -1.5 goals, while Vegas is favored to stay within that margin at -210. Based on the juice, oddsmakers predict a close game that the Hurricanes win by 1-2 goals.

The total is set at 6 goals, with the under slightly juiced at -120 compared to +100 for the over. With two top-10 defenses and goalies capable of stealing games, bookmakers are expecting a lower-scoring, tight-checking affair.

Odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook as of January 17, 2025. Sign up with the BetMGM promo code to wager on Golden Knights vs Hurricanes.

VGK-CAR H2H History

The Hurricanes have had the upper hand in the last 10 meetings against Vegas, going 6-4-0. Carolina won the most recent matchup 5-2 in Vegas on November 11, 2024.

Last 5 Meetings

The Hurricanes are an impressive 15-5 straight up in their last 20 games at home, consistently defending their home turf at PNC Arena. Meanwhile, the Golden Knights have struggled against the Canes recently, going just 2-6 straight up in the last eight head-to-head meetings.

The highly anticipated matchup between the Vegas Golden Knights and the Carolina Hurricanes on Friday, January 17th is sure to be a thrilling game for hockey fans. Both teams have been performing well this season, making this game a must-watch for any hockey enthusiast.

In terms of prediction, the odds are fairly even for this game. The Golden Knights have a strong record on the road, but the Hurricanes have been dominant at home. It will likely come down to which team can capitalize on their opportunities and play solid defense.

Looking at the head-to-head history between these two teams, the Golden Knights have had the upper hand in recent matchups. However, the Hurricanes have been playing some of their best hockey this season and will be looking to turn the tide in their favor.

Key players to watch in this game include Vegas’ leading scorer, Max Pacioretty, and Carolina’s dynamic duo of Sebastian Aho and Andrei Svechnikov. These players have the ability to change the course of the game with their skill and playmaking abilities.

Overall, this game is shaping up to be a close and competitive matchup between two talented teams. Fans can expect a fast-paced and exciting game with plenty of scoring opportunities. Be sure to tune in on Friday night to see which team comes out on top in this highly anticipated showdown.