The Carolina Hurricanes fought off a seven game series against the Boston Bruins. All seven games were won on home ice. Now Carolina faces the Rangers in a series that looks even to many gamblers. First round action saw the Rangers rise from the dead to beat the Penguins in a seven game thriller. New York fell behind 3-1 in the series but rallied to win the final three games with the NHL odds. Game seven was an overtime thriller that nearly made Ranger fans explode for joy.
The New York Rangers will face the Carolina Hurricanes in the second round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs.This best of seven series will take place from May 18 through May 30, 2022.
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New York Rangers vs. Carolina Hurricanes Series Schedule
Game 1: Rangers at Hurricanes, Wednesday, May 18, 7:00 p.m. ET (ESPN)
Game 2: Rangers at Hurricanes, Friday, May 20, 8:00 p.m. ET (ESPN)
Game 3: Hurricanes at Rangers, Sunday, May 22, 3:30 p.m. ET (ESPN)
Game 4: Hurricanes at Rangers, Tuesday, May 24, 7:00 p.m. ET (ESPN)
Game 5: Rangers at Hurricanes, Thursday, May 26, TBD (If Necessary)
Game 6: Hurricanes at Rangers, Saturday, May 28, TBD (If Necessary)
Game 7: Rangers at Hurricanes, Monday, May 30, TBD (If Necessary)
Odds Analysis
The Carolina Hurricanes opened as a -190 favorite to win this series against the New York Rangers, who opened as a +160 dog.
Two many gamblers, the Carolina Hurricanes are a hidden gem for the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Casual fans don’t know anything about Carolina. Some gamblers don’t know that the Hurricanes even exist. The fact that the masses ignore a quality Hurricanes team feeds right into the Wise Guys’ mentality. Sharps love nothing more than a quality team at a discount price. Carolina was one of the biggest moneymakers on the board this season.
The New York Rangers carry considerable popularity as a legacy franchise. New York is part of the Original Six teams that are the foundation of the NHL. Rangers’ tradition and history have been passed down from several generations of fans. And then playing in the largest city and media market adds to their branding.
With the Rangers' fame comes a larger price tag than for most other teams. Handicappers have to assess what the actual price of the Broadway Blueshirts should be and act accordingly.
New York Rangers
Rangers head coach Gerard Gallant is best known for taking the Vegas Golden Knights to the Stanley Cup Final as a first-year expansion team in 2018. Yet he was fired two years later. Gallant deserves credit for his team not caving into the Penguins when trailing 3-1 in the series. New York also trailed in games six and seven but never quit. As a result of their win over the Penguins, the Rangers will have hard-earned confidence against the Hurricanes.
Carolina Hurricanes
In the first round, the Hurricanes proved their championship credentials in their 3-2 win in game seven over Boston. Carolina played its best game of the series facing elimination if they lost. Head coach Rod Brind’Amour was a big reason for the victory in the series against Boston. Despite losing his top goalie and facing a tough Bruins team, Brind’Amour did not waver in his belief in his team. His game plan for game seven was superior and had the Bruins frustrated.
New York vs. Carolina Prediction
One advantage that Carolina has in this matchup is its recent playoff experience. Both teams are coming off pressure-packed seven game series wins in the first round. The difference should be the Hurricanes' defense. This season, Carolina ranked as the best team in the NHL for the fewest goals allowed.
BookMaker Pick: Carolina Hurricanes
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