The NHL Eastern Conference Finals reaches its first elimination game Friday night, with the Carolina Hurricanes holding a 3-1 series lead over the Montreal Canadiens.
The Canadiens handed the Hurricanes their first loss of the postseason in Game 1, but Carolina responded with three straight victories to set up Friday night’s elimination game at Lenovo Center. Although Games 2 and 3 were tightly contested 3-2 overtime wins for Carolina, the Hurricanes showcased the dominance they’ve displayed all season with a 4-0 shutout victory in Game 4 in Montreal.
The Hurricanes are now one win away from advancing to their first Stanley Cup Final since winning it all in 2005-06, while the Canadiens will try to regroup and force at least one more game with a win Friday night.
Canadiens vs. Hurricanes Game 5 Odds
The Hurricanes return home Friday night with a chance to advance in front of their home crowd. Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook lists Carolina as sizable favorites for Game 5:
- Moneyline: Hurricanes -240, Canadiens +185
- Puck Line: Hurricanes -1.5 (+105), Canadiens +1.5 (-130)
- Total (Goals): Over 5.5 (-110), Under 5.5 (-110)
With Carolina sitting one win away from the Stanley Cup Final, the Hurricanes are massive favorites at -5000 odds to win the Eastern Conference Finals.
Canadiens vs. Hurricanes Picks & Predictions for Game 5
It’s win-or-go-home for the Canadiens and a chance to clinch the Eastern Conference for the Hurricanes, so both teams will be giving everything they have Friday night. Sign up with Hard Rock Bet to get in on the Game 5 action and check out the Stats Hub for betting insights and trends to help make more informed wagers.
Below is one featured pick for Canadiens vs. Hurricanes Game 5 from the Stats Hub:
Canadiens vs. Hurricanes Best Bet: Jackson Blake Over 0.5 Points
The Hurricanes appear to have found their rhythm after a lengthy break between series and a difficult Game 1 loss to Montreal. Carolina can now almost feel a Stanley Cup Final appearance with just one win separating it from advancing.
There’s no doubt Lenovo Center will have an electric atmosphere Friday night with the Hurricanes looking to clinch on home ice, and that energy could elevate Carolina’s top contributors. Jackson Blake has been one of those key contributors throughout the season.
Blake finished fifth on the team in points during the regular season, and the 22-year-old is now tied for the team lead with 13 points this postseason. While nine of those points have come via assists, Blake has also shown the ability to score goals.
Blake has recorded at least one point in three of his last five games and in eight of Carolina’s 12 playoff games overall. He has also tallied an assist in each of the last two games, which is another available market at Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook. However, taking him simply to record a point may be the safer option.
- Canadiens vs. Hurricanes Game 5 Player Prop Pick: Jackson Blake Over 0.5 Points (-130)
Top 5 Most-Bet Player Props for MTL-CAR
With so much on the line Friday night, hockey betting markets are heating up for Game 5, with these selections leading the way in player prop action:
- Andrei Svechnikov – Shots Over 2.5
- Andrei Svechnikov – Goals Over 0.5
- Frederik Andersen – Saves Over 18.5
- Sebastian Aho – Points Over 0.5
- Cole Caufield – Points Over 0.5
Canadiens vs. Hurricanes Game 5 Info
- 📍 Where: Lenovo Center, Raleigh, NC
- 📅 Date: Friday, May 29
- ⏰ Puck Drop: 8:00 PM ET
- 📺💻 TV/Streaming: TNT, truTV, HBO Max
- 🏒 Series: 3-1 Hurricanes
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